DPH: “Minor Precautions” Due To Saharan Dust In NW Georgia

The Georgia Department of Public Health is urging people, especially individuals with chronic lung conditions, to protect themselves from dust from the Saharan dust cloud as it moves over Georgia. The dust cloud is expected to be around for the next few days.

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Georgia COVID-19 Cases Continue To Rise – More Cases In Chattooga County

Georgia state health officials reported on Saturday there have been 2,776 people in the state who have died from the coronavirus –  six more since Friday.

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Georgia “Beach Week” Canceled For 2020

The Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division (CRD) is taking precautions to keep the public safe and prevent the spread of Covid-19.  Due to the importance of public safety, the annual BeachWeek Events, typically scheduled for the week leading up to Independence Day, have been canceled.

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Georgia DOL Process Unemployment Claims

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The Georgia Department of Labor has processed over 2.7 million regular unemployment claims in the past 14 weeks, more than the last seven years combined. 

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BBB: Avoid Pet Sitter Scams

If you’re a pet sitter and receive a request to watch a potential client’s pet, make sure you know who you’re dealing with. Fraudsters love to scour online ads and in the newspaper for opportunities to make a few bucks.

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Mr. Alvin Junior Ray, Obit (M)

Mr. Alvin Junior Ray, age 93, of Gaylesville, AL, died Friday, June 26, 2020, at his residence.

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Arrest Report – Saturday – June 27, 2020

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, June 27, 2020:

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New Hope North Singing

New Hope North Baptist Church will be having a Saturday night singing with the Greesons July 18th at 7:00 PM the church is at 10510 Hwy 337

GNTC Seeks CNA Instructor

GNTC’s Office of Economic Development is seeking qualified applicants for the positions of Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor at the Walker County Campus, Catoosa County Campus, and the Floyd County Campus. These positions are expected work on an as needed basis, totaling up to no more than 29 hours per week.

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Chattooga World War II Veteran Honored With Medals

Saying “It’s never too late to do the right thing”, Georgia’s Adjutant General, Major General Thomas Carden, presented medals to one of Chattooga County’s most well known World War II veterans – Mr. Hoyt Williams.

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