The New Echota-Cherokee Capital State Historic Site in Calhoun, Georgia, invites the public to participate in a unique and engaging program on June 7th, 2025: Cherokee Weapons Crafting. From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, visitors will gather in the picnic area behind the museum for an afternoon immersed in history and hands-on crafting. The Rangers of New Echota-Cherokee Capital State Historic Site will lead the program, providing insights into traditional Cherokee weapons and their significance. Participants will have the opportunity to learn the art of fletching and, under the careful supervision of the Rangers, attach fletching to darts. This handcrafted dart will then become a cherished souvenir, a tangible reminder of their visit to New Echota. The program will culminate in a demonstration of two significant Cherokee weapons: the blowgun and the Atlatl. Witness the skill and ingenuity of these traditional tools firsthand. Admission to the event is required and includes access to the museum, a self-guided walking tour of the historic grounds, and all Ranger-led programs. Admission fees range from $6 to $8. New Echota is conveniently located just one mile east of Interstate 75 (Exit 317) on GA HWY 225 N. near Calhoun, Georgia. For further information, please call 706.624.1321 or visit GaStateParks.org/newechota.
The Chattooga County Tax Commissioner’s Office has announced the launch of new online services through the Georgia Department of Revenue’s MyMVD platform, offering residents a more convenient way to manage their vehicle registrations and titles. MyMVD now allows Chattooga County residents to register for an account and access all vehicles associated with their driver’s license. This secure platform enables users to: Renew or cancel vehicle tags and apply for a replacement title.
The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to residents regarding a scam in which individuals impersonate law enforcement officers and demand payment via Bitcoin. In a statement released last week, the Sheriff’s Office detailed a concerning trend where scammers contact victims, falsely identifying themselves as law enforcement, and instruct them to deposit money into a Bitcoin ATM. “We have had several cases where the caller identifies as Law Enforcement and has the victim go to a store and send money via a bitcoin atm,” the statement read. The Sheriff’s Office urges residents to exercise extreme caution when receiving unsolicited calls demanding payment through cryptocurrency. They emphasized that no legitimate law enforcement agency will ever request payments via Bitcoin or solicit payments over the phone. “If you have any questions on a call you receive, please call your local law enforcement agency,” the statement continued. “NO LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY WILL REQUEST PAYMENTS VIA BITCOIN OR SOLICIT PAYMENTS OVER THE PHONE.”
Chattooga County Clerk of Courts Kim Windle James has announced the cancellation of jury duty for the week of June 23, 2025. Residents who have received a summons to appear for jury duty during that week are advised to disregard the notice. No further action is required from those who received the summons. The Clerk of Courts office will issue new summons at a later date when jury duty is scheduled. For any questions, please contact the Chattooga County Clerk of Courts office.
The Georgia Lottery continues to be a powerhouse for education funding in the state, consistently delivering record-breaking profits year after year. In fiscal year 2023 alone, the lottery generated over $1.5 billion for Georgia’s schools, pushing its total contribution to education since inception to a staggering $26.8 billion. For eight consecutive years, the Georgia Lottery has surpassed the $1 billion mark in annual profits dedicated to education, solidifying its position as a vital funding source for key programs.
Georgia drivers are paying a hefty price for minimum car insurance coverage, exceeding the national average by a significant margin, according to a recent report by WZQZ News. (See related article from WZQZ) While full coverage in the state is only marginally more expensive than the national average (4%), minimum liability rates are a staggering 16% higher. This discrepancy is partially attributed to the state’s higher accident rate.
Drivers in the United States are being cautioned about a new wave of deceptive text messages aimed at stealing personal and financial information, as reported by various Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs). These fraudulent texts, known as “smishing” (SMS phishing), falsely assert that individuals have unpaid fees linked to traffic violations. The messages often threaten serious repercussions, such as large fines and possible suspension of driving privileges, if recipients do not quickly provide requested information. Authorities stress that these texts are not from real DMV offices or government agencies.
The City of Summerville is seeking sealed proposals for its 2025 Information Technology Services contract, covering the period from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026.