Jeffery Bexter Hines, Obit (M)

Mr. Jeffery Bexter Hines, age 65, of Summerville, GA, died Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in Mableton, GA.

Mr. Hines was born December 9, 1960, son of Syble Rogers Hines and the late Brintz Hines.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Rodney Hines, Tammy Hines, and Andy Hines.

Survivors include his mother, Syble Hines; siblings, Farrell (Sherry) Hines, Kenny (Letitia) Hines, Carol Hines Godfrey, and Randy (Marsha) Hines; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Nate Villatero officiating. Private interment will be held in West Hill Cemetery.

Mr. Hines will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service on Wednesday.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.

David Joseph Hutcherson, Obit (M)

Mr. David Joseph Hutcherson, age 53, of Summerville, GA, died Friday, January 30, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Hutcherson was born March 13, 1972, in Indianapolis, IN, son of Earl and Beverly Hutcherson. He was employed as a health insurance sales agent. Mr. Hutcherson was a devoted and loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend.

Survivors include his son, Zachary Hutcherson; daughters, Kayla Hutcherson and Courtney Hutcherson; parents, Earl and Beverly Hutcherson; a sister, Hollie Hutcherson; and nephew, Brandon McGee.

No formal services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests any donations be made to the American Heart Association in his memory.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.

Arrest Report – Monday – February 2, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, February 2, 2026:

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Lyerly Community Church – Morning Devotion – Monday 2/2/26

 

South Commerce Street Church of Christ – Talks From The Bible Program – Monday 2/2/26

 

Cold Morning Gives Way to Warmer, Wetter Midweek in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are starting the work week with lingering cold, as early morning temperatures dipped into the low 20s Monday, with wind chills making it feel like the teens.

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Mobile Food Pantry at Leroy Massey Elementary School Today from 9 AM – 11 AM

If you need food, go visit Leroy Massey Elementary School from 9 am- 11 am. It is first come first serve. Open to anyone in the community in need.

Severe Weather Preparedness Week Underway in Georgia, Thunderstorm Safety Tips for Monday

This week is severe weather week in Georgia. Today, Monday Feb. 2 – Friday Feb. 6.

Today’s focus is Day 1 (Feb. 2): Thunderstorm Safety. Thunderstorms can produce dangerous conditions in a short amount of time, including damaging straight-line winds, large hail, torrential rain, and frequent lightning. Even storms that don’t appear severe at first can quickly intensify, so having a plan and staying weather-aware is key.

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Community Comes Together to Help Remove Fire-Damaged Henry’s BBQ

Godfrey’s Tree Service is expressing heartfelt thanks to the many community members, volunteers, and businesses who stepped up to help with the demolition and cleanup of the fire-destroyed, longtime local favorite Henry’s BBQ. What unfolded over the cleanup effort was more than a job—it was a powerful example of community spirit in action.

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Chattooga County Animal Control & Shelter at Capacity – Updated

Earlier it was reported that the Chattooga County Animal Shelter was at full capacity and was not taking in animals.  WZQZ News has been notified that information is incorrect.  The shelter is operating normally at this time.  Area residents are still encouraged to consider adopting animals from the Chattooga County Animal Shelter.