City of Summerville Hiring Recreation Administrative Assistant

The City of Summerville is now accepting applications for a Recreation Administrative Assistant to support the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. The position focuses on administrative support, customer service, and helping coordinate recreation programs, youth and adult sports leagues, facility rentals, and community events.

According to the job description, the employee will assist with program registrations, scheduling, financial processing, marketing, and front-desk customer service, while also helping organize leagues, tournaments, camps, and special events. The role is primarily office-based but may also involve work at recreation facilities, athletic fields, and community events, including some evening or weekend hours.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, and experience in administrative support, customer service, or recreation program administration is preferred. Experience with recreation registration systems, event coordination, or youth sports programs is also considered beneficial.

City officials say the position plays an important role in helping ensure Summerville’s recreation programs and events run smoothly for local families and participants.

Chattooga County Man Arrested After Domestic Incident on Bryant Road

A Chattooga County man was arrested Sunday following a domestic disturbance on Bryant Road, according to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

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Two Women Arrested After Altercation at Leroy Massey Elementary School

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Two women were arrested following an altercation in the drive-through area of Leroy Massey Elementary School in Summerville, according to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

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Police Investigating Theft from Vehicle on Hinton Street in Summerville

The Summerville Police Department is investigating a reported theft from a vehicle that occurred on Hinton Street earlier this month.

According to an incident report, an officer was dispatched on March 7 to 229 Hinton Street after a man reported that someone had entered his truck and stolen several items. The victim told police the suspect took Xanax and a wallet from inside the vehicle.

Police say the wallet reportedly contained the victim’s driver’s license, debit card, and approximately $200 in cash. The victim told officers he believes the suspect gained entry to the truck by opening the rear glass and unlocking the door.

Authorities say the case remains under investigation.

Arrest Report – Wednesday – March 11, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, March 11, 2026:

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Hoss Named WZQZ Pet of the Week at Chattooga County Animal Shelter

The WZQZ Pet of the Week is Hoss, a 2-year-old male dog currently waiting for a home at the Chattooga County Animal Shelter in Summerville. Shelter staff describe Hoss as a “big teddy bear” with a friendly personality who would love to find a family willing to give him a second chance.

Hoss came to the shelter as a stray and is not yet neutered, but he is available for adoption now with a $25 adoption fee. Anyone interested in meeting Hoss can visit the Chattooga County Animal Shelter at 464 Red Oak Drive in Summerville. The shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with Wednesday visits by appointment, and also opens the first Saturday of each month for adoptions only.

For more information, contact the shelter at 706-857-0679 and ask about Hoss, the WZQZ Pet of the Week.

Severe Storms Possible Tonight as Cold Front moves into Northwest Georgia

A cold front is expected to sweep through Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia late this evening into early Thursday, bringing widespread showers and thunderstorms, with some storms possibly becoming strong to severe.

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Trion Elementary Seeking Paraprofessionals for 2026–2027 School Year

Trion Elementary School is seeking applicants to fill two paraprofessional positions for the 2026–2027 school year.

The positions are based at Trion Elementary School and involve assisting teachers and supporting elementary students in the classroom.

According to the posting, candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED and meet one of the following qualifications:

  • Hold an associate’s degree or higher from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) accepted accredited institution with at least 60 semester hours of college coursework, or

  • Pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.

Interested candidates are asked to submit an application and letter of interest to Beth Pelham at beth.pelham@trionschools.org.

Lightning Strike Destroys Barn on Commissioner Andy Allen’s Farm

Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen said Tuesday that a barn on his farm was destroyed after being struck by lightning during storms overnight.

Allen and his wife, Whitney, said the lightning strike hit a fence charger, which sparked the fire that resulted in the barn being a total loss.

In a statement, the Allens thanked the Gore Fire Department and Hays State Prison firefighters for their quick response.

“We want to take this opportunity to thank Gore Fire Department and Hays Prison on their quick response and professionalism that they showed early this morning,” the statement said. “During the storms last night lightning hit our fence charger which sparked a fire and our barn was a total loss.”

The Allens said firefighters worked quickly to ensure the fire was fully contained and did not spread to their nearby horse barn.

“We appreciate their efforts and kindness,” the statement concluded.

Fuller, Harris Advance to Runoff in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District

Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris will face each other in an April 7 runoff election after no candidate received a majority in Tuesday’s special election to fill the remaining months of Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat.

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