Red Cross Urges Blood Donations As Fall Schedules Put Supply At Risk

The American Red Cross is asking Northwest Georgia residents to roll up their sleeves this September as the organization works to protect the nation’s blood supply heading into fall.

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AdventHealth Opens New Primary Care Practice In Rome

AdventHealth has expanded its health care services in Northwest Georgia with the opening of a new primary care practice in Rome.

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Vehicle Damages Mailbox On Bellah Avenue In Summerville

Summerville Police responded to a report of property damage after a vehicle apparently struck a mailbox on Bellah Avenue over the weekend.

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Chattanooga National Cemetery To Join National 9/11 Day Of Service

As the nation prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the Department of Veterans Affairs is inviting Northwest Georgia and Chattanooga-area residents to honor those who died through a day of volunteer service.

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Dade County Sheriff Reviewing Allegations Of Improper Credit Card Use By Commissioner

The Dade County Sheriff’s Office is reviewing allegations involving the possible improper use of a county credit card by a Dade County commissioner, and Sheriff Ray Cross has asked the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to help determine how the matter should proceed.

According to a statement from the Sheriff’s Office, Cross has received calls from multiple citizens over the past several days asking his office to investigate allegations that were voiced during the Dade County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 3.

Dade County records confirm the commission held its regular monthly workshop and meeting that evening at the Dade County Administrative Building in Trenton.

The Sheriff’s Office says it has since been provided with documents and receipts obtained by concerned citizens through the Georgia Open Records Act.

Investigators are currently reviewing those records while maintaining communication with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation concerning their findings.

Because of the nature of the complaints, Cross said he has asked the GBI to make a determination regarding how to move forward as the investigation unfolds.

At this point, the Sheriff’s Office has not identified the commissioner involved in the allegations, and no criminal charges have been announced.

The sheriff’s statement also does not detail the purchases or transactions being questioned, the amount of money involved or the specific allegations made during the September 3 meeting.

The Dade County Sheriff’s Office says nothing further will be released at this time.

WZQZ News will continue following the story as additional information becomes available.

JBAR Manufacturing Hiring For Logistics And Customer Service Position

JBAR Manufacturing in Trion is looking to add a new employee to its team, with the family-owned farm equipment company currently accepting applications for a logistics and customer service position.

The position pays $45,000 per year, with working hours of 9 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

According to the company’s hiring announcement, knowledge of farm equipment is required. The job is primarily a customer service position, with responsibilities that include handling logistics, working with JBAR dealers and assisting with production scheduling.

A drug test is required for the position. JBAR’s announcement also states that insurance and retirement benefits are not offered with the job.

JBAR Manufacturing has been family owned since 1972, marking 53 years in the farm equipment business.

Those interested in the position should apply in person at JBAR Manufacturing, 17877 Highway 27 in Trion.

Summerville Veterinary Clinic Announces New Saturday Walk-In Schedule

The Summerville Veterinary Clinic will begin a new Saturday schedule in October.

Starting in October, the clinic will offer walk-in service only on the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Numbers will be handed out beginning at 8 AM, with patients seen on a first-come, first-served basis from 8 AM until noon. Dr. Hopkins will begin seeing clients at 9 AM.

During the week, Dr. Hopkins sees appointments Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 AM until 5 PM.

Anyone who would like to schedule a weekday appointment can call the Summerville Veterinary Clinic at 706-857-2918.

New Bethel Baptist Church Holding Revival And Homecoming

New Bethel Baptist Church in Trion is inviting the community to a series of special services beginning tonight.

Revival services will be held September 9 through September 11 at 7 PM nightly, with Pastor Gary Munson serving as guest preacher.

The church will then celebrate Homecoming on Sunday, September 13 at 11 AM. Brother Miles Carter will be the guest preacher for the Homecoming service, and a meal will be served afterward.

New Bethel Baptist Church is located at 100 New Bethel Church Road in Trion.

For additional information, contact Pastor Charles H. Smith at 423-802-5833.

Arrest Report – Wednesday – September 9, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, September 9, 2026:

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Hot And Dry Today, Storm Chances Increase By The Weekend

Warm and mostly dry weather continues across Chattooga County today, with sunshine and a high near 91. Winds will be light, becoming southeast around 5 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 68.

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