Old Fashioned Sunday Dinner & Train Arrival At The Summerville Depot Set For October 12

Step back in time to a slower pace of life and enjoy an “Old Fashioned Sunday Dinner” at the Historic Summerville Depot. Event goers will have the opportunity to enjoy an “Old Fashioned Sunday Dinner” while enjoying live gospel music.

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Walker County Secures $25,000 Federal Grant to Inventory Historic Resources, Paving Way for Future Preservation Funding

Walker County is set to significantly boost its efforts in historic preservation after receiving a $25,000 federal grant designated for a comprehensive survey of the county’s historic resources.

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Georgia Sees Declining Christian Identification Amidst Pockets of Denominational Growth

New data for 2024 reveals a complex and somewhat contradictory landscape for religious observance in Georgia. While the state continues to boast a higher proportion of religiously active individuals compared to national averages, a broader trend of declining Christian identification is evident. However, specific denominations, notably Georgia Baptists, are reporting significant increases in church attendance and baptisms, suggesting a nuanced picture of faith in the Peach State.

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Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Teenager on Dry Creek Road

A devastating two-vehicle collision on Dry Creek Road Thursday afternoon has resulted in the tragic death of a 15-year-old male motorcyclist. The incident, which occurred at approximately 4:18 PM, took the life of Armuchee High School student, Elijah Andrew Espy.

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Menlo Lions Club Brunswick Stew

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The Menlo Lions Club will be making their famous Brunswick Stew Friday the 17th of October. Pick up will be Saturday morning between 7 AM and 10 AM at Menlo School lunchroom. Price is still $30 a gallon or $8 a quart. To place orders contact Lee Majors at 706-862-2857 or Elaine at 706-862-2378.

Arrest Report – Thursday – October 9, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, October 9, 2025:

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Sum Nelly Festival Smashes Records in 51st Year, Drawing 6,600 Attendees to Dowdy Park

The 51st annual Sum Nelly Festival, a cornerstone of Summerville’s cultural calendar, officially set a new attendance record last weekend, underscoring the event’s continued and growing popularity within the community.

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GDOT Announces Daytime Lane Closure on I-75 South for Shoulder Repairs Wednesday

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is alerting motorists to a scheduled lane and shoulder closure on Interstate 75 Southbound this Wednesday, October 8, as maintenance crews conduct essential shoulder repairs.

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Chattanooga Man Convicted of Fentanyl Trafficking in Catoosa County, Sentenced to Prison

A Catoosa County jury convicted Ladarius Nollie, a 35-year-old resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee, of trafficking fentanyl following a one-day trial held before Chief Superior Court Judge Brian House. Nollie was immediately sentenced to five years in prison, followed by 25 years of probation.

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