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September 25, 2026

Northwest Georgia Employment Reaches Record High As Unemployment Edges Up

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Northwest Georgia’s unemployment rate unchanged at 5.6 percent, Rome Down

Northwest Georgia added workers during August, with both the regional labor force and the number of people employed reaching all-time highs, according to new figures from the Georgia Department of Labor.

September 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Firearms Deer Season Just Weeks Away In Georgia And Alabama

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Georgia deer hunters are already in the woods for archery season, but the opening of the state’s regular firearms deer season is now just a few weeks away.

September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Ms. Fredie Mae Elrod, Obit. (M)

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Ms. Fredie Mae Elrod White, age 96, of Cartersville, GA, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Cartersville Crossing.

Ms. White was born January 2, 1930, in Summerville, GA, daughter of the late Fred B. Elrod and Teriah Bynum Elrod. She was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of Cartersville, and prior to her retirement, worked as a supervisor with Lawtex. Ms. White loved her family who referred to her as “the best cook in the world.”

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by all of her siblings as well as a granddaughter, Toni White.

Survivors include her son, Gary White; daughters, Theresa Pinson and Elizabeth Ann White; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the Summerville Cemetery with Mr. Jim Little officiating.

There will be no visitation and those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to gather at Summerville Cemetery prior to the time of service.

September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mrs. Mary Lucille Mason Wood, Obit. (M)

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Mrs. Mary Lucille Mason Wood, age 90, of Summerville, GA, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at her residence.

Mrs. Wood was born December 17, 1935, in Jamestown, AL, daughter of the late William “Bill” Mason and Bessie Crane Mason. She was a longtime member of the West Summerville Baptist Church, and prior to her retirement, was employed as a caregiver in the home healthcare industry. Mrs. Wood loved roses and she enjoyed baking, with coconut cake being her specialty.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Ann Tucker, Cledia Wood, and Sue Phillips.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Wood; sisters, Joyce (Ray) Burke, Judy Tucker; and her special caregivers, Tammy Tucker and Carlton Jackson.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Saturday, September 26, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Glenn Ezell officiating. Interment will follow in Johnson Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jamie Tucker, Shannon Tucker, John Tucker, Gilbert Laney, Casey Evans, and Chuck Wood. Honorary pallbearers will be Joey Ezell, Carlton Jackson, Jimbo Burke, and Stacey and Bill Womack.

Mrs. Wood will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. until the hour of service on Saturday.

September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – September 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, September 24, 2026:

September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

South Commerce Street COC- Talks From The Bible September 24, 2026

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September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Community Church September 24, 2026

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September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Thursday Weather: First Real Taste Of Fall Arrives

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A noticeable change in the weather settles into Northwest Georgia today as cooler and much drier air moves into the region, bringing what will feel like the first real taste of fall.

September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Millage Rate To Be Set Friday; School Board Rate Drops To 8.518 Mills

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Chattooga County property owners now know one major part of their 2026 property tax calculation, while another will be determined Friday.

September 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested After Returning To Sixth Avenue Home Despite Trespass Warning

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A Summerville man was arrested after police say he returned to a Sixth Avenue residence despite having previously been told by law enforcement not to return.