Gaylesville Man Charged In Georgia For Forging Checks

A Cherokee County (Alabama) man was jailed in northwest Georgia after he allegedly stole three payroll checks from a Rome-area business.

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Memorial Day Services Today In Trion & Summerville

Chattooga County residents will have two opportunities to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms at programs to be held in both Trion and Summerville.

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Menlo Man Arrested In Walker County

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A forty-two-year-old Menlo man was arrested in Walker County last week after being found on private property without permission.  According to jail records from the Walker County Sheriff’s Department, Shaun Samuel Lee of a Jamestown Road, Menlo address was arrested for criminal trespass.  In addition to the trespassing charges, Lee was also charged with being a pedestrian under the influence of alcohol.

Gas More Expensive This Memorial Day Weekend

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If you’re among the 37 million Americans predicted to travel this Memorial Day, part of planning your trip means knowing how much it will cost to fill up the tank, and that will be more than it has been for the past several years.

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FCC Announces “Emergency Broadband Benefit Program”

Earlier this month, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced the Emergency Broadband Benefit program that provides a discount on internet services to qualifying households and families. It is designed to help those who have struggled to afford internet during COVID-19.

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US Forest Service Looking For NexGen Ambassadors

The US Forest Service is looking for young folks who love the outdoors to become NextGen Ambassadors. The program offers training in outdoor skills, stewardship and leadership.

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Mrs. Ruthie Mae Hedgecoth, Obit (C)

Mrs. Ruthie Mae Hedgecoth, age 62 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021 at her residence following an extended illness.

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Mrs. Deborah Annette “Debbie” Ratliff Austin, Obit (M)

Mrs. Deborah Annette “Debbie” Ratliff Austin, age 62, of Summerville, GA, died Friday, May 28, 2021, at Redmond Regional Medical Center.

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GSP: Play It Safe Memorial Day Weekend

The Georgia State Patrol today reminded motorists to begin planning now if they will be traveling during the Memorial Day holiday weekend.   The Georgia Department of Public Safety, urges motorists to have their vehicles inspected before beginning a long holiday weekend trip to reduce the chances of a breakdown during travel.

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CHS Graduation To Be Held Indoors

From Chattooga High School :

Due to the uncertainty and threat of possible severe weather, Chattooga High School’s Graduation ceremony will be held in the Gym. The ceremony will be livestreamed on the Smoke Signals You Tube channel. A link can be found on the CHS Website and Facebook page. Start time is 8pm, doors will open at 6pm. Due to limited seating capacity, you must have a ticket to enter. Tickets were provided to graduates this morning.