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July 9, 2026

Governor Kemp Leads Economic Development Mission to Scotland and Ireland

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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp are leading an international economic development mission this week to Scotland and Ireland, where they are meeting with business leaders and government officials to strengthen relationships and encourage additional investment in Georgia.

The delegation includes representatives from the Georgia Department of Economic Development and will meet with executives from Hyundai Motor Group, whose investments in Georgia represent the largest economic development project in state history. The Governor is also scheduled to meet with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and visit several companies with operations in Georgia.

Among the companies participating are Kerry Group, which operates food-processing facilities in Rome and Calhoun, along with CRH, Kingspan Group, Mallaghan, and Smurfit Westrock. The delegation will also tour the Georgia Southern University Wexford Campus to promote educational and economic partnerships between Georgia and Ireland.

Governor Kemp said the trip is focused on creating new jobs and expanding opportunities for hardworking Georgians through continued international investment.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mr. Dennis Ray Morgan, Obit. (ER)

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Mr. Dennis Ray Morgan, age 66, of Summerville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday morning, July 7, 2026, at His residence. Mr. Morgan was born in Summerville, Georgia on May 16, 1960, to the late Harvey B. and Boneida Peterson Morgan. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Air Force and a truck driver for Swift Transportation. In addition to Parents, He was preceded in death by a son, the late Daniel Morgan and grandson, the late Nick Litchfield.

Surviving are daughters, Amanda Driver and Jessica Miller; son, Matthew (Matt) Morgan; sister, Kathy Morgan; brothers, Harvey (Butch) Morgan, Bill Morgan, and David Morgan; grandchildren, Gavin Morgan, Brodie Morgan, D.J. Litchfield, Alexis Morgan, Megan Driver, Alyssa Katelyn Phillips, Sara Driver, and Nikki Litchfield; great grandchildren, Ke’ziah Balao and Maverick Phillips; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 11th, at 11:00 A.M. from the United Christian Fellowship, with Rev. Gary Howell officiating, interment in Summerville Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Charles Miller, Joseph Litchfield, Gavin Morgan, Jacob Phillips, Nathan Green, and James Dover. The Family will receive friends Saturday from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. at the Church.

Earle Rainwater Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Mr. Dennis Ray Morgan, who passed away Tuesday.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – July 8, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, July 8, 2026:

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

South Commerce Street COC-Talks From The Bible July 8, 2026

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July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Community Church July 8, 2026

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July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hot, Humid Weather Continues Before Storm Chances Increase This Weekend

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Residents across Chattooga County and northwest Georgia can expect another stretch of typical July weather today, with plenty of sunshine, afternoon heat, and only a slight chance of a few pop-up showers or thunderstorms late in the day.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High School Announces Orientation, Locker And Parking Purchase Dates

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Trion High School has announced important back-to-school dates for students and families.

Freshman and new student orientation will be held Wednesday, July 29, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Students and parents should meet at the high school gym. New students and freshmen will also be able to purchase lockers during orientation.

Locker and parking purchases for returning students will be held Friday, July 24, at the back entrance of Trion High School. Seniors may purchase from 8:30 until 9:30 a.m., juniors from 9:30 until 11 a.m., sophomores from 11 a.m. until noon, and freshmen from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m.

Students must wait until their assigned time slot to make purchases.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

UGA Extension Bringing Master Cattlemen’s Program to Chattooga County This Fall

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Cattle producers across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to expand their knowledge and improve herd management this fall as the University of Georgia Extension brings the 2026 Northwest Georgia Master Cattlemen’s Program to Chattooga County.

The eight-week program begins Monday, September 14, and will meet each Monday at 6 p.m. through November 2 at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

Participants will hear from University of Georgia specialists and industry experts on a wide range of topics, including beef quality assurance, herd selection, cattle economics and marketing, herd health management, parasite control, facilities, nutrition, reproductive management and forage management.

The registration fee is $100 and includes a notebook, program hat and meals. Registration is open through September 8.

To register, call the Chattooga County Extension Office at 706-857-0744, scan the QR code on the program flyer or visit bit.ly/49yrFld.

Extension officials say the program is designed for both new and experienced cattle producers looking to strengthen their management skills and improve the profitability of their operations.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Firearm Arrest in Chattooga County

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A 20-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after a Chattooga County Sheriff’s deputy reportedly discovered marijuana packaged for sale and a firearm during a traffic stop late last month.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Recent Rainfall Eases Drought, Lowers Wildfire Risk Across Northwest Georgia

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Recent rainfall has lowered the immediate wildfire threat across Northwest Georgia, but the latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows Chattooga, Floyd and Walker counties remain Abnormally Dry, indicating the region has not fully recovered from recent dry conditions.