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A train accident in Lindale in neighboring Floyd County was reported at 4:15 AM on Saturday morning.  The accident and resulting collision hampered traffic from Lindale to Riverbend Center in Rome.   Rome police say that two coal cars came off the track near Park Avenue.  One of the engines broke loose and continued towards Rome, colliding with a southbound train off Riverbend.  A diesel fuel leak was quickly contained and there were no other environmental or hazmat concerns.  There were no injuries reported.

Chattooga County government is reminding area residents that they an take advantage of the Hyper-Reach notification system.  During times of emergency, Hyper-Reach sends messages via automated telephone calls, text messaging (SMS), email, and social media, such as Twitter. Other uses of Hyper-Reach include Amber alerts, toxic chemical warnings, and armed shooter alerts. You can sign up for the notification system online.  If you have questions, or if you do not have access to sign up for Hyper Reach call Chattooga EMA / 911 at  706-857-3400.  Find out all the details below:

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There is good news and bad news at the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fish Hatchery in Summerville following the Labor Day Weekend Flood. 

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The Trion Fire Department will have a 9/11 Memorial Run  happening today at the Trion Fire Department on Fourth Street in Trion. 

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On a tour of flood-damaged parts of Chattooga County this past week, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp answered questions from homeowners and business owners about whether any government assistance is coming their way after the historic flood that hit Chattooga County over Labor Day Weekend.

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The City of Menlo told WZQZ News on Saturday afternoon that the boil water order has been lifted.  If you are a Menlo City Water customer, you are no longer required to boil your water before using.  This notice is for Menlo City Water Customers ONLY! It does not apply to City of Summerville water customers who are still under a boil water order at this time.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 10, 2022:

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New Generation Church, located near United Community Bank in Summerville, will be offering free, hot showers today (Saturday) from 9 AM – 6 PM.  Anyone in need is welcome to come by.