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August 17, 2026

WZQZ Pet of the Week: Meet Simba

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This week’s WZQZ Pet of the Week is Simba, a lovable boy waiting at the Chattooga County Animal Shelter for someone to give him a forever home.

Simba is described as the total package, with a gentle and loving temperament and a big “teddy bear” personality.

He enjoys running, playing and having fun, but when playtime is finished, Simba is perfectly happy turning into a couch potato and relaxing by your side.

Shelter staff say Simba would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a dog who can enjoy an adventure and then come home and settle in for plenty of cuddles.

And Simba’s adoption fee is just $25.

Anyone interested in meeting Simba can visit or contact the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, located at 464 Red Oak Drive in Summerville.

The shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesdays are available by appointment.

For additional information about Simba or other animals available for adoption, call the shelter at 706-857-0679.

If Simba sounds like the companion your family has been looking for, consider stopping by the shelter and meeting this week’s WZQZ Pet of the Week.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summer Heat Brings Higher Power Bills — And Renewed Scrutiny of Georgia Power Rates

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With temperatures pushing into the upper 90s and heat index readings topping 100 degrees across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, air conditioners are working overtime — and many households are seeing the consequences when their electric bills arrive.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City of Summerville Seeks Bids for Road Work, New Trucks and Wastewater Facility Project

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The City of Summerville has posted a series of requests for bids during August, seeking contractors and vendors for projects ranging from street resurfacing and improvements at the wastewater treatment plant to the purchase of several new city trucks.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Community Resource Center Seeks Help With Roof Replacement

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The Community Resource Center of Chattooga is turning to the community for help replacing an aging roof that leaders say has reached the end of its lifespan and could threaten services relied upon by thousands of local families.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scammers Target Consumers With Fake Unclaimed Life Insurance Letters

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Consumers are being warned about a scam involving official-looking letters claiming the recipient may be entitled to millions of dollars in unclaimed life insurance money.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Police Arrest Driver Following Sovereign Citizen Claims

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A traffic stop in Summerville resulted in an arrest after police say a driver refused to provide a driver’s license and made statements associated with the “Sovereign Citizen” movement.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Canning Jars For Sale

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Canning jars for sale. Quart 6 dollars dozen, pints 4 dollars dozen, comes with rings. Call 706-238-2304 after 5 p.m.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Sunday – August 16, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, August 16, 2026:

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dangerous Heat Continues For Northwest Georgia

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Dangerous summer heat will remain the main weather concern across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through Monday, with heat index values climbing above 100 degrees and the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms developing across far North Georgia Monday afternoon and evening.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mrs. Alice M. Black, Obit (M)

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On August 14th, 2026, Alice M. Black, a cherished mother, grandmother (Nanna), and sister, went home to be with Jesus at the age of 82.

Alice was born on October 31st, 1943, in Gaylesville AL. Throughout her 82 years on this Earth, she beautifully exemplified the virtuous woman described in Proverbs 31. She looked well to the ways of her household, and the teaching of kindness was always on her tongue. Her children rise up and call her blessed.

Alice worked at Munich American Reinsurance for 47 years where she managed the microfilm department. Alice’s home was always open, and she welcomed and fed all. She attended Faith Baptist Church in Menlo, GA.

Her unwavering faith in Christ was the anchor of her life. She taught her family the power of prayer, the importance of scripture, and the beauty of unconditional love. Her love of Christ guided her steps every single day.

She is survived by her loving children, Alan and JoAnne Black, And Kimberly Brumit; her grandchildren, Taylor Fehr, Justice Fehr, Kenneth Black, Ashlee Stoker, Nicholas Black, Douglas Brumit, And Skylor Fehr and her great grandchildren, Sabastian, Isabella, Declan, and Salem. She was welcomed into Heaven by her Savior, her parents, Amos H. and Clarabell Mitchell, her brothers, Charles Mitchell and Gary Mitchell and her sisters, Isabell Zolnik, Jackie Mitchell, Bonnie Moesnner, and Shirley Meek.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Scott Quinn officiating. Interment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Justice Fehr, Kenneth Black, Nicholas Black, Douglas Brumit, Skylor Fehr, and Grant Dahl.

Ms. Black 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.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.