Kemp Approves Medicaid Expansion For Low-Income Moms

Low-income moms will be eligible for a year of Medicaid coverage under a bill Gov. Brian Kemp just quietly signed into law.

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Tent Revival In Lyerly

There will be a tent revival at 3887  Taliaferro Springs Road June 5th – June 12th.  Call  706-676-7490 for information.

Arrest Report – Thursday – May 19, 2022

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, May 19, 2022:

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Portion Of West Cove Road Closing In Walker County

Walker County officials say a section of West Cove Road near Andrews Lane will be closed beginning May 23 for culvert replacement.

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Rome Man Accused Of Assaulting Another With Baseball Bat

Yesterday, WZQZ News told you about a Summerville man who was arrested after assaulting another man with a baseball bat.  A man in Rome has now been charged with assaulting another with a baseball bat as well.

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Chattooga County Extension Office Offering Free SBIRT Training

Chattooga County Extension is part of the Rural Health and Safety Grant which covers 6 counties in Georgia. Through this grant the extension office is offering a FREE SBIRT Training Course. It is great for anyone who has an interest in serving citizens of GA.  The details are below.

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DPH Statement On Baby Formula Shortage

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging parents unable to find baby formula typically used for their child to contact their pediatrician about appropriate nutritional and safe feeding alternatives. Georgia WIC is working with WIC agencies statewide, local grocers and retailers, and formula manufacturers to help locate formula for clients, especially those in need of specialized formula.

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Northwest Georgia Woman Arrested In Alabama On Drug Charges

A northwest Georgia woman is facing a long list of drug charges in Cherokee County, Alabama.

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Asian Longhorn Tick Causing Concern For Georgia Farmers

The Asian Longhorned Tick has been found in two counties in Georgia, and that is causing concern for area farmers.  Chattooga County Young Farmer Director Lauren Jarret says that Young Farmers got an update from the Georgia Department of Agriculture about the presence of the tick at their last meeting.

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Vietnam Veterans Alliance Annual BBQ This Saturday

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The Vietnam Veterans Alliance annual Barbecue for Veterans is set for May 21st this year. It starts at noon on Homer Cagle Road, South of Roper. All veterans and their families are invited for free barbecue, live music and fellowship. For more information, call (423) 762 9146.