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September 9, 2026

Georgia Power Disconnections Draw Attention As Customers Struggle With Summer Bills

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A new report is drawing attention to the number of Georgia Power customers losing electric service for nonpayment as families deal with high summer electricity bills.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation Accepting 2026 Grant Applications

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The Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle, continuing a program that has provided more than $8.4 million for projects benefiting Menlo, Chattooga County and surrounding areas over the past two decades.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Four Arrested After Meth Seized During Turkey Mountain Road Search

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Four people were arrested after officers with the Rome-Floyd Metro Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence on Turkey Mountain Road in the Armuchee area.

According to Floyd County Jail records, officers seized more than an ounce of methamphetamine, along with digital scales and packaging materials.

Roland Jovan Johnson, 45, and Marissa Shaye Cannon, 27, are both charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.

James Darrell Cagle Jr., 45, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

David Johnson, 58, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and theft by receiving stolen property. Jail records indicate that charge is connected to a stolen Can-Am Defender vehicle found during the investigation.

The case remains part of the Rome-Floyd Metro Task Force’s ongoing drug enforcement efforts in Floyd County.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Historic District Hill Cemetery Project Nears Completion In Walker County

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A decade-long effort to preserve and honor an important piece of African American history in Walker County is nearing completion, with a formal dedication ceremony now scheduled for next month.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Council Approves $5-Per-Hour Pay Increase For Firefighters

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The Trion Town Council has approved a significant pay increase for firefighters, a move aimed at improving compensation and helping retain fire personnel.

During the council’s August 27 meeting, Mayor Mickey McGraw made a motion to increase firefighter pay by $5 per hour. The motion was seconded and received unanimous approval from the council.

Under an ongoing cost-sharing arrangement between the town and Mount Vernon Mills, the company will pay half of the increase, or $2.50 per hour.

The increase represents an effort by town officials to improve compensation for the firefighters who provide emergency response and fire protection services to the Trion community.

The unanimous vote puts the higher hourly pay in place with the cost of the increase shared equally between the Town of Trion and Mount Vernon Mills.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Ms. Sarah Lee “Sally” Parsons, Obit. (M)

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Ms. Sarah Lee “Sally” Parsons, age 72, of Menlo, GA, died Saturday, September 5, 2026, at her residence.

Ms. Parsons was born August 17, 1954, in Kent, CT, daughter of the late George Edward Parsons and Eva Augusta Clark Parsons. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a Registered Nurse Clinician at Tampa General Hospital. Ms. Parsons held national certifications in the fields of Rehabilitation Nursing, Case Management, and Pain Management. She was also a member of the Reading Buddies program through the Menlo Housing Authority. Ms. Parsons loved horses and was a lifelong equestrian. She volunteered at The Valley View Ranch Girls Equestrian Camp in Cloudland, GA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Parsons.

Survivors include her partner, J.J. Watts; a brother, Robert Lane Parsons; and a niece, Ashley Newsome.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Mount Olive Cemetery with Rev. Jared Pickard officiating.

There will be no visitation.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Sarah Lee Parson Scholarship Fund at The Valley View Ranch (606 Valley View Ranch Road – Cloudland, GA 30731).

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mr. Phillip Randy Crabtree, Obit. (C)

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Mr. Phillip Randy Crabtree, age 74 of the Teloga Community, Summerville, passed away Monday, September 7, 2026 at this residence.

Randy was born in Summerville, Georgia on December 23, 1951, the youngest and last remaining son of the late C.W. Crabtree and Clara Maude Self Crabtree. He was a member of the Son Rise Community Church and was retired from the maintenance department of Covenant College. Randy had an impeccable work ethic. He was either working or helping others do something.

In addition to his parents, Randy was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Lynn Young Crabtree; and all of his 10 brothers and sisters.

Randy is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law that he considered his daughters, Ross and Lindsey Crabtree and Blake and Carrie Crabtree; four grandchildren, Parker Crabtree, Grey Crabtree, Katie Beth Crabtree and Hudson Wilbanks; one great granddaughter, Rynlee Crabtree; and 32 nieces and nephews.

Memorial Graveside Services for Randy will be held Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. in the Macedonia Cemetery with Rev. Kevin Woods officiating.

Randy’s family will receive friends Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mrs. Tina Michelle Lively Striblin, Obit. (M)

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Mrs. Tina Michelle Lively Striblin, age 52, of Summerville, GA, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at her residence.

Mrs. Striblin was born March 4, 1974, in Rome, GA, daughter of Wanda Lynn Drake Wilbanks and the late Earl Lively. She was employed with the State of Georgia in Early Childhood Education. She enjoyed flowers and loved taking care of children and others and putting smiles on their faces.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents and great-grandparents, and a nephew, Grant Taylor.

Survivors include her husband, Joe Striblin; son, Maverik (Kaitlin) Van Powell; daughters, Kaylee Layne Driver, Ashley Striblin (Austin Meadows), and Chelsy Striblin (Stanton Womack); parents, Wanda and Larry Wilbanks; a brother, J.R. (Ashley) Wilbanks; sister, Mandy (Todd) Taylor; grandchildren, Brodie Meadows, Waylon Meadows, Cedar Womack, and Ridge Womack.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chris Holman officiating.

Mrs. Striblin will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service on Wednesday.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Homecoming At Little Sand Mountain Baptist Church

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LITTLE SAND MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH WILL BE HAVING HOMECOMING SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2026. ON THIS SPECIAL DAY THE WORSHIP SERVICE WILL BEGIN AT 10:30 A.M. WITH SINGING BY LAKESIDE.

LARRY BROOKS WILL BE PREACHING, LUNCH WILL BE SERVED FOLLOWING THE SERVICE.

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ATTEND.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – September 8, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, September 8, 2026: