The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program in Chattooga County has officially opened registration for families seeking assistance with Christmas gifts for their children this holiday season. The first sign-up session is being held today, Saturday, October 11, 2025, providing an early opportunity for local families to participate.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, October 10, 2025:
Northwest Georgia and Chattooga County residents are preparing for a dominant stretch of beautiful weather, featuring abundant sunshine and gradually rising temperatures from today (Friday) through Monday. While the four-day outlook promises ideal conditions for outdoor activities, the extended dry spell offers no immediate relief for ongoing drought concerns across the region.
Local dollars are set to receive a major boost as the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce officially announces the relaunch of the “Love Local Community Card” program. To introduce the revamped system and demonstrate its benefits, the Chamber will host a catered Lunch & Learn event on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Chattooga Civic Center.
A Northwest Georgia man, Damien Doming, was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, after a jury found him guilty of multiple severe child sexual abuse charges. The conviction stems from the sexual assault of a nine-year-old child, his former step-daughter, that occurred when they resided together in Ringgold.
On Saturday, October 11, 2025, Chattooga County will host a big day of festivals and community events.
Georgia’s deer hunters are gearing up for the start of the 2025 Primitive Weapons Deer Season, which officially begins on Saturday, October 11, 2025. This season provides an extended window for hunters, running through January 11, 2026, and allows for the pursuit of either-sex deer across much of the state.
A Summerville resident was killed Thursday evening, October 9, 2025, in a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a sedan in Chattooga County. The Chattooga County Coroner’s office and the Georgia State Patrol are investigating the incident that occurred in the 6500 block of Dry Creek Road.
Chattooga County property owners can expect their 2025 tax bills in the mail, following a brief delay attributed to state compliance requirements. To ensure residents have sufficient time to prepare, the county has officially extended the payment deadline.
In September, Georgia’s net tax collections reached nearly $3.27 billion, an increase of $60.3 million, or 1.9 percent, compared to the same month in FY 2025. Year-to-date collections are $8.17 billion, up $64.5 million, or 0.8 percent, from September 2024.
