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September 16, 2026

Greg “Hawk” Hawkins Appointed Deputy Coroner In Chattooga County

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Greg “Hawk” Hawkins has been appointed Deputy Coroner of Chattooga County, continuing a long career of service in local emergency services.

Hawkins was sworn in Monday by Judge Gary Woods, with Chattooga County Coroner Jeremy McElhaney and Senior Deputy Coroner Earle Rainwater in attendance.

A longtime resident of Menlo, Hawkins has served Chattooga County for many years in emergency medical services. He worked as a paramedic and supervisor with Redmond EMS, building decades of experience responding to emergencies throughout the county.

Hawkins is also a 2018 graduate of the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Chattooga class.

Earlier this year, Hawkins received regional recognition for his service in emergency medicine. In March, he was honored as the EMS Pioneer of the Year by the Northwest Georgia Regional Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council.

His appointment as Deputy Coroner adds another chapter to a career centered on public service and emergency response in Chattooga County.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested After Report Of Cursing At People Along Summerville Street

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A man was arrested for public intoxication after Summerville Police responded to a report of a man allegedly cursing at people while walking along a city street.

According to a Summerville Police Department incident report, Officer Ibzan Ramirez was dispatched to 215 State Street on September 9. When the officer arrived, he reported seeing a man walking on State Street toward Hawkins Drive.

Police identified the man as Fernando Powell. According to the report, Powell gave unclear answers when asked what was going on and said he was walking to his aunt’s residence.

The officer reported detecting an odor of alcohol coming from Powell’s breath and said Powell had bloodshot and watery eyes, a strong odor of alcohol and slurred speech. Police also reported that he was unsteady while standing and walking.

A consent search reportedly found only a black cell phone and green lighter.

The officer determined that Powell was allegedly under the influence of alcohol to the extent that he was unable to safely care for himself in a public place.

Powell was arrested for public intoxication and transported to the Chattooga County Jail without further incident.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Challenges Community To “Light Your Porch Pink” For Breast Cancer Awareness

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AdventHealth Georgia is once again asking residents across Northwest Georgia to turn their porch lights pink during October in support of breast cancer awareness.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

17 Chattooga County Students Earn Academic Honors At GNTC

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Seventeen Chattooga County students have earned academic honors at Georgia Northwestern Technical College for the summer 2026 semester.

GNTC announced its President’s and Dean’s Lists Monday. To qualify for the President’s List, students must maintain a GPA of 3.8 or higher while carrying at least 12 credit hours. The Dean’s List recognizes students maintaining a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79 with at least 12 credit hours.

Twelve Chattooga County students were named to the President’s List: Jonathan Bean, Jared Campbell, Melisa Cargle, Raven Dallas, Molly Jeon, Derek Mitchell, Jerry Morris, Amanda Parker, Courtney Trammell, Alyssa White, Mayahuel Yaoapoqa and Sueann Yaoapoqa.

Five Chattooga County students were named to the Dean’s List: Tammy Chandler, Darby Hall, Isis Hines, Stephanie Smith and Adam Tallman.

Students from across GNTC’s Northwest Georgia service area were recognized for their academic achievement.

The complete President’s and Dean’s Lists, including students from Chattooga, Catoosa, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Polk, Walker and Whitfield counties, can be viewed on the GNTC website: View The Complete GNTC President’s And Dean’s Lists

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Community Health Fair Set For Friday In Summerville

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A Community Health Fair will be held this Friday evening in Summerville, offering free health screenings, food and health information to area residents.

The event will take place Friday, September 18, from 6 until 8 PM at the Fairway Recreation Center, 81 Senior Drive in Summerville.

The health fair is being presented by the Summerville Seventh-day Adventist Church and will feature Dr. Thomas Jackson, who will share information drawn from 48 years of gospel-medical missionary work. Topics will include managing diabetes and high blood pressure.

The evening will include free health screenings, an informative health seminar, an interactive health fair, complimentary food, music and giveaways.

Organizers say seating is limited and an RSVP is required. Those interested in attending may contact Christie Williams at 706-859-1140.

The event is designed to provide practical health information while giving local residents an opportunity to learn more about taking charge of their health.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Armuchee Woman Charged With Cruelty To Children

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An Armuchee woman was arrested over the weekend following an alleged incident involving a minor family member.

According to Floyd County Jail records, 52-year-old Patricia Katherine Gonzalez was arrested at her residence on Tency Lane and charged with first-degree cruelty to children and simple battery.

Authorities allege Gonzalez grabbed the minor by the hair and pulled her down by it.

Jail records also state that Gonzalez grabbed the victim by the arm, leaving a visible red mark.

Gonzalez was taken into custody on the two charges.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Former Berry College Student Found Dead On Campus Tuesday

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A former Berry College student was found dead on the college campus Tuesday afternoon following a search that brought a large law enforcement presence to the area.

According to information provided to WZQZ News, the victim was a former Berry student who attended the college more than 10 years ago and was visiting the campus Tuesday.

The Floyd County Police Department SWAT Team was conducting training in the area when officers received the call concerning the missing person at around noon Tuesday.

Officers began searching for the individual and located the victim at approximately 2 PM. The victim was found with what authorities described as a self-inflicted wound.

The incident explains the significant law enforcement presence reported at Berry College during the afternoon.

The victim’s identity has not been released.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mr. Ronald “Ronnie” Grady Winters, Obit. (M)

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Mr. Ronald “Ronnie” Grady Winters, age 80 of Lyerly, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, September 13 2026, surrounded by his family at his home in the Oak Hill Community following an extended illness.

Mr. Winters was born in Summerville, Georgia on July 4, 1946, the son of the late Frances and Grady Winters. He was a graduate of Chattooga High School Class of 1964 and was a small business owner. He was a member of Oak Hill Methodist Church. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 55 years, Peggy Winters and by lifelong friends Ralph Kellett and Billy Edwards.

He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Kristi and Robert Beach; son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Abbey Winters; grandchildren Gray Beach, Walt Beach, Jack Weaver and Payton Weaver; sister Carol Winters; special nieces Lori Kellett and Lacey Baker; and special great-nieces and nephews Gracie and Doug Colbert, Kylor Kellett, Ruby Kellett, Shelby Baker, Olivia Baker, Colton Baker and Kaisen Colbert.

Mr. Winters was a wonderful and beloved husband, and was the most amazing father and grandfather. He grew up on his family’s farm and was a proud veteran serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. After returning home from the military he operated Oak Hill Farms with his father and later with his children and grandchildren raising cattle. He owned and operated Ronnie Winters’ Bankson Tire and Oil Company in Summerville, Georgia until his retirement. Even in retirement he never slowed down and was always a hard worker that few could keep up with. He enjoyed attending events for his grandchildren and never missed anything. With his wife, he loved hosting class and family reunions at a family home that was moved to their farm and remodeled. His true passion was restoring classic cars and tractors and collecting antique gas and oil pumps and signs and was known for his collection of Pure Oil signs. The taillights of his 1965 Plymouth Belvedere were seen by friends across Chattooga County as he passed them racing on the Smallan Road during his younger years. He was a proud member of the VFW Post 6688, American Legion Post 129, Summerville-Trion Optimist Club (President and Board Member), Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce (Board Member), North Georgia Cruisers, Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority (Board Member), Georgia Oilmen’s Association (Board Member), Georgia Tire Dealers and Retreaders Association and was a Stakeholder in the Southeastern Pure Oil Jobbers Cooperative. His love and attention to the needs of Veterans and Youth in our community was widely known and felt.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Mason Funeral Home with the Reverend Wayne Pace officiating. Interment will be in the Oak Hill Methodist Church Cemetery with the Reverend David Humphreys Officiating. Active pallbearers are Gray Beach, Walt Beach, Jack Weaver, Kyle Kellett, Kylor Kellett, Doug Colbert, Bowden Heathcock, Colton Baker, Jackson Powell and Callen Kerce. Honorary pallbearers will be VFW Post 6688, American Legion Post 129, Brandon Croy, Cassey Ray, Tony White, Johnny Crawford, Joe Reed, Chip Williams, Eddie Williams, Randy Anderson, Farrell Anderson, The Summerville Trion Optimist Club and Oak Hill Methodist Church Members.

Mr. Winters will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until the service hour on Sunday.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Chattooga Unit of the Boys and Girls Club (P.O. Box 636 – Summerville, GA 30747).

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mr. Larry Allen Stoker, Obit. (C)

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Mr. Larry Allen Stoker, age 70 of the Spring Creek Community, Trion, Georgia, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026 in a Rome hospital.

Larry was born in Lafayette, Georgia on June 5, 1956, son of the late Amos Lee Stoker and Jo Ann White Stoker. He was a member of the Welcome Hill Baptist Church, where he was very active in many areas of the ministry. Larry retired from the Central Garage at Mt. Vernon Mills following 47 years of service, and was member of the Trion Masonic Lodge #160 F&AM. He was an avid outdoorsman that loved to deer hunt and fish, but his favorite activity was spending time with and helping his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by a son, Jason Stoker and a sister, Vickie Rena Stoker Davis.

Larry is survived by his wife, Johnnie Stoker; son, Cody Stoker; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathy and Charles Ratledge and Tammy and Elliot Norton; brothers and sisters-in-law, Amos Lee Stoker, Jr., Greg and Sherry Stoker and Mark and Debbie Stoker; three grandchildren, Gage Stoker, Addison Wilson and Hayleigh Cochran; three great grandchildren, Salem Stoker, Sebastian Howard and Declan Stoker; and a number nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and extended family members.

Private Graveside services for Larry will be held in the Pettyjohn Cemetery with Pastor Terry Shores officiating.

Per Larry’s instructions, there will be no visitation.

The family respectfully asks that no flowers be sent, but to please make memorial contributions in Larry’s name to the Welcome Hill Baptist Church, 107 Welcome Hill Rd, Trion, GA 30753.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Homecoming At Teloga Baptist Church

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Homecoming at Teloga Baptist Church September 20, 2026. Begins at 10:30. Guest speakers will be David Pettyjohn and Pastor Tony Weaver. Singers will be Heirborn Quartet.