Georgia Power customers could see slightly lower electric bills later this year under a proposed agreement now headed to the Georgia Public Service Commission for approval.
The Georgia State Patrol is warning drivers about a scam involving fake text messages claiming to be from law enforcement.
According to GSP, scammers are sending messages saying recipients have outstanding violations or fines connected to their vehicle. The messages may threaten enforcement action or arrest and urge people to click a link to make a payment.
State officials say GSP troopers will not send text messages demanding money, threatening arrest, or asking drivers to click a link to resolve official violations.
Anyone who receives one of these messages should not click the link, reply, provide personal information, or send payment.
Drivers who are concerned about a possible citation or fine should contact the Georgia Department of Public Safety or their local court directly using verified contact information.
Officials say these scams are designed to create fear and urgency, and drivers should slow down, verify first, and contact the proper agency directly if they have questions.
To kids of all ages, Lyerly Community Church will be having their annual Vacation Bible School on June 20th from 10-1 pm. Put On Your Armor for God is our theme this year. We will have bible school lessons, crafts and water games, plus provide lunch for everyone. Kids should bring a towel and wear clothes that can get wet. We hope you join us because we are going to have a great time! For more information contact Pastor Marshall Bryan at 706-409-0329. Lyerly Community Church is at 105 Oak Hill Road, Lyerly, GA right across from Lyerly school.
Sardis Baptist Church in Lyerly will host a 5th Sunday Night Singing on May 31, beginning at 6:00 P.m. Several churches will be participating.
Pastor James Maples invites everyone to come.
Subligna Baptist Church Vacation Bible School will be May 31st thru June 4th
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Ages PreK thru 12th Grade
Dinner will be served each night!
Theme is “Illumination Station”
Call 706-397-8114 for more information
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, May 18, 2026:
Residents across Northwest Georgia and Chattooga County can expect another warm day Monday, with afternoon highs climbing into the upper 80s and lower 90s.
Election Day for the May 19, 2026 General Primary and Nonpartisan General Election is tomorrow in Chattooga County.
Polls will be open Tuesday from 7 AM until 7 PM. Voters are reminded that they must go to their assigned Election Day polling location, not the Registrars Office.
According to the Chattooga County Board of Elections, 1,301 ballots were cast during Advance Voting, which has now ended.
As of Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 AM, 53 absentee by mail ballots had been issued. Of those, 42 had been accepted and 11 remained outstanding. The deadline to submit an application for an absentee by mail ballot has passed.
Voters will be required to show a government-issued photo ID when checking in to vote. Those voting in person will also be asked to select a Democratic, Republican, or Nonpartisan ballot.