Longtime Educator Jeff Martin Set to Be Sworn In to Summerville City Council

Summerville is preparing to transition a familiar face from the Chattooga County education system into city leadership, as veteran educator Jeff Martin is set to be sworn in to the Summerville City Council tomorrow evening.

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Habitat for Humanity Coosa Valley Celebrates 61st Home Dedication in Honor of Donor John Hine

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On Sunday, November 16th, Habitat for Humanity Coosa Valley will commemorate a significant milestone with the dedication of its 61st home, built in loving memory of John Hine, a devoted volunteer and donor who championed the organization’s mission since its inception in 1984.

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Alabama Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Nearly Crushing Officer with Stolen Car in Dade County

A Fort Payne, Alabama, man was sentenced to serve ten years in state prison without the possibility of parole after a Dade County jury convicted him of Aggravated Assault stemming from a violent confrontation with law enforcement in 2022.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Disavows QAnon and “Jewish Space Lasers” Theory on ‘The View,’ Insists She Hasn’t ‘Changed’

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) used her high-profile appearance on ABC’s daytime talk show “The View” on Tuesday to distance herself from QAnon and associated conspiracy theories she has long supported, though she insisted she was a “victim” of misinformation rather than a person who had fundamentally changed her views.

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Chattooga County Community Answers Call, Delivers ‘Bountiful Boxes of Blessings’ to Students

Chattooga County residents have rallied with impressive generosity, answering a call from Whitney Allen, wife of Commissioner Andy Allen, to provide vital snack items for local schoolchildren. The initiative saw “bountiful boxes of blessings” distributed to all county schools on Friday, offering discreet nourishment to students ahead of the challenging holiday season.

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Farmers’ Almanac to Cease Publication After 2026 Edition

For over two centuries, its distinctive yellow cover has been a familiar sight in general stores, farmhouses, and homes across America, offering a blend of weather predictions, gardening advice, and homespun wisdom. Now, the Farmers’ Almanac, a publication deeply woven into the fabric of American rural life, has announced it will cease operations with its 2026 edition, citing insurmountable financial challenges in the contemporary media landscape.

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Arrest Report – Saturday – November 8, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, November 8, 2025:

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Veterans Day Parade In Summerville Postponed

From the City of Summerville: The City of Summerville Veteran’s Day Parade planned for Tuesday, November 11 will be postponed until a later date due to the extreme cold temperatures predicted for Tuesday morning. Thank you for your understanding.

Unsettled Weekend Gives Way to Potent Arctic Chill in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are experiencing mild, unsettled weather today, but meteorological conditions are rapidly preparing the region for a significant drop in temperatures, culminating in the first widespread freeze of the season early next week.

A Freeze Watch has already been issued for the area starting late Sunday night through Monday morning, as forecasters predict a dramatic shift from today’s highs in the 70s to lows potentially reaching the mid-20s.

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Chattooga High Basketball Tips Off Season with Red and Black Scrimmage; Community Asked to Donate Supplies Instead of Cash

Chattooga High School (CHS) basketball fans will get their first look at the 2025-2026 girls’ and boys’ teams next Tuesday, November 11th, during the annual Red and Black Scrimmage at CHS. The intersquad matchup serves as an important kick-off to the new season, inviting the entire community to meet the athletes.

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