Cherokee County, Alabama Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Jordan Kelley has been appointed secretary of the National Association of School Resource Officers, giving the local agency representation in a national school-safety leadership role.
Many home gardeners across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are finding that this year’s tomato crop hasn’t lived up to expectations. While tomato plants may appear healthy, many are producing fewer tomatoes than normal, dropping blossoms before fruit develops, or producing fruit that cracks, rots, or ripens unevenly.
The Chattooga County Historical Society is inviting the public to its Summer Meeting today, featuring a firsthand account from a Chattooga County native who took part in one of the most significant military operations in American history.
The meeting begins at 2 p.m. today at the Historic Summerville Depot in downtown Summerville. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to attend.
Featured speaker Jim Lenderman will share his experiences as a U.S. Marine helicopter pilot during the 1980 Iranian hostage rescue attempt, known as Operation Eagle Claw. Lenderman will also discuss his later service flying President Ronald Reagan aboard Marine One, providing a unique perspective on both military and presidential aviation.
The Historical Society says the presentation offers a rare opportunity to hear an inspiring story from one of Chattooga County’s own while learning more about an important chapter in American history. The event is free and open to the public.
The Town of Trion’s Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH) Committee will hold a public meeting on Monday, July 20, at 5 p.m. in the Town Hall Conference Room.
The GICH Committee works with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and the University of Georgia to develop long-term strategies for addressing local housing needs and strengthening the community.
In Trion, the committee focuses on issues such as rehabilitating older homes, encouraging neighborhood revitalization, reducing blight, improving code enforcement and planning for future housing opportunities that support economic growth and community stability.
Mayor Mickey D. McGraw said anyone with questions or comments is encouraged to contact him or the Town Hall office for additional information.
The meeting is open to the public.
Trail runners from across the Southeast are invited to lace up for the 20th annual Twisted Ankle Trail Race at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, as the popular event celebrates two decades of racing and giving back to the park.
To mark the milestone, organizers are adding a special 20-mile race for 2026 only, giving participants the chance to make two climbs to Becky’s Bluff. The race lineup also includes a beginner-friendly 5K, a challenging 10-mile, and a half marathon, offering options for runners of all experience levels.
The scenic courses feature a mix of wide trails, single-track sections, Marble Mine, and the iconic climb to Becky’s Bluff, where runners will enjoy a stretch along the Pinhoti Trail before descending. Organizers say the courses include plenty of rocks and roots, providing the technical challenge trail runners have come to expect.
Since its beginning, the Twisted Ankle Trail Race has donated all proceeds to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, helping support improvements and preservation efforts.
Additional race information, course maps and registration details are available at twistedanklerace.com.
Federal health officials have identified shredded iceberg lettuce served at certain Taco Bell restaurants as the source of a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that can cause prolonged watery diarrhea.
Oak Hill Methodist Church to Celebrate Homecoming August 2
Oak Hill Methodist Church is inviting the community to its annual Homecoming celebration on Sunday, August 2.
The service will begin at 10:30 a.m., with Kirk Ayers serving as worship leader. Following the morning worship service, everyone is invited to stay for a covered dish lunch and a time of fellowship.
Pastor David Humphrey and the congregation of Oak Hill Methodist Church are extending an open invitation to the community to attend the special service, enjoy food and fellowship, and celebrate together.
The church encourages anyone looking for a place to worship or reconnect with friends and neighbors to join them for the annual Homecoming celebration.
Mr. Daniel Richard “Danny” Eldredge, age 79, of Cloudland, GA, died Friday, July 17, 2026, at Atrium Health Floyd.
Mr. Eldredge was born September 16, 1946, in Atlanta, GA, son of the late Lemuel and Anabelle Lee Eldredge. He was a member of the Fort Payne Church of God, and prior to his retirement, was employed as a railroad engineer with Norfolk Southern. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Mr. Eldredge was also an airplane pilot and skydiver, and was an avid gun collector.
Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Kate Eldredge; children, Jeremy Shayne Harrington, Jody (Melody) Harrington, and Jamie (Ken) Rettie; a brother, Marty (Terri) Eldredge; grandchildren, Shayne Harrington, Cody Harrington, Kortney Harrington, Andrew Yennie, Isaiah Yennie, Delaney Harrington, Matthew Goodwin, Jordan (Samantha) Clay, Luke Rettie, and Heather Rettie; and a great-grandson, Grayson Clay.
Memorial services for Mr. Eldredge will be held at 4:00 P.M. Monday, July 20, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Colley officiating.
There will be a gathering of family and friends at Mason Funeral Home from 3:00 P.M. until the hour of service on Monday.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, July 18, 2026:
A hot and muggy Saturday is expected across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing during the afternoon.