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January 22, 2026

Henry’s BBQ Destroyed by Fire; Community Rallying to Support Henry/Foster Family and Employees

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Henry’s BBQ, a longtime staple in Chattooga County, was destroyed by fire Tuesday evening, leaving the restaurant a total loss and putting multiple local families in a difficult and uncertain position. Those close to the business say the Henry/Foster family has long been known for being kind and hardworking, and that Chasity has poured her heart into keeping the family restaurant running while serving the community. Employees who depended on those shifts now have no workplace to return to as they try to provide for themselves and their families. The loss extends beyond the building itself, impacting a business that has been part of daily life in Chattooga County for years and the workers who helped keep it going. Supporters are now asking the public to consider donating if they are able and to share the fundraising page widely to help the family and employees navigate the difficult days ahead. Here is a link to the fundraising account: Here

January 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Winter Storm Watch Expanded for Northwest Georgia: Lookout Mountain Faces Higher Ice and Snow Risk While Valleys Prepare for Dangerous Travel Into Monday

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A Winter Storm Watch is now in effect for a large portion of North and Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga and Walker County areas, from late Friday night through Monday morning. The National Weather Service says heavy mixed precipitation is possible during that time, with total snow and sleet accumulations up to four inches and ice accumulations greater than one quarter of an inch also possible.

January 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Argument Over Filming Led to Fight at Trion Walmart; Warrants Issued, Suspects Picked Up in Summerville

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Details released this week in an incident report indicate a dispute that started with bickering inside Walmart and escalated into an argument over recording on a cellphone led to a physical fight at the Trion Walmart earlier this month.

January 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Avian Influenza Confirmed at Commercial Poultry Operation in Walker County

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The Georgia Department of Agriculture says Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed at a commercial poultry operation in Walker County, marking Georgia’s first confirmed HPAI case of 2026 and the fourth case in a commercial poultry operation in the state since the nationwide outbreak began in February 2022.

State officials say the producer noticed increased mortality on Sunday, January 11, and contacted the Georgia Poultry Laboratory Network. Samples were collected and tested Monday, with the positive result confirmed by the state lab Monday evening and later confirmed by USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory on Tuesday, January 13.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Emergency Management Team deployed to the site to begin depopulation, disposal, cleaning, and disinfection. The affected premises housed approximately 71,264 broiler breeders, and response operations are expected to continue through the week.

A 10-kilometer (6.2-mile) quarantine zone has been established around the operation. Officials say all commercial poultry operations within that radius are under quarantine and will undergo surveillance testing for at least two weeks, and the affected premises has been secured so that only authorized personnel may enter.

January 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Hit-and-Run: Driver Arrested After Pedestrian Struck in Crosswalk on Commerce Street

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A Summerville hit-and-run investigation has led to the arrest of Charm Hedgecoth, 31, in connection with a crash that injured Ray Blount at the intersection of Commerce Street and East First Avenue.

January 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Clay Fuller Resigns as Lookout Mountain DA to Run for Congress; Deanna Reisman Serving as Acting DA

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Clay Fuller has officially resigned as District Attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit, effective January 12, 2026, after qualifying to run for the U.S. House of Representatives.

Fuller is entering the race for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, a seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene and one that includes Chattooga County. The contest is already drawing heavy interest, with more than 20 other Republicans, Democrats, and Independent candidates also announcing intentions to run for the seat.

With Fuller stepping down, Deanna Reisman is serving as the circuit’s acting District Attorney.

January 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Protest Planned TODAY at Dowdy Park Over Summerville’s Proposed Beaver Trapping

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A protest is planned TODAY (Sunday, January 11) at 2 p.m. at Dowdy Park in Summerville, organized in response to Mayor Rickey Hughes’ recent comments about removing beavers from local waterways.

January 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High School to Host Rising Freshman Night for Class of 2030

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Chattooga High School will welcome future students and their families during Rising Freshman Night for the Class of 2030 on Thursday, January 15, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on campus.

School officials say the evening is designed to help incoming freshmen and their families become familiar with life at Chattooga High School. Attendees will have the opportunity to take campus tours, meet staff, and learn about graduation requirements, class schedules, career pathways, athletics, and other academic and extracurricular opportunities available to students.

Rising Freshman Night also gives parents and students a chance to ask questions and better understand expectations as students prepare to transition from middle school to high school.

Families of current eighth-grade students planning to attend Chattooga High School are encouraged to attend.

January 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Pre-K Registration Opens February 13

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Pre-K registration for Trion Elementary School begins Friday, February 13th for all students wishing to enroll in the 2026-2027 school year. Parents/Legal Guardians may stop by the elementary office beginning at 8:30 am on February 13th to pick up enrollment packets and turn in required documentation.

January 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City of Summerville to Honor Mayor Harry Harvey at Jan. 8 Reception

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The City of Summerville is inviting the public to a reception recognizing Mayor Harry Harvey for his years of dedicated service to the community.

The reception will be held Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Summerville City Hall. City officials say the event is an opportunity for residents to stop by, offer congratulations, and celebrate Mayor Harvey’s leadership and contributions to Summerville.

The public is invited to attend.