A Northwest Georgia man is being held for authorities in Florida following his arrest on Dean Avenue in Rome earlier this week. According to Floyd County authorities, 37-year-old Mark Kristopher Pegg, of Silver Creek, Georgia,  is wanted in Bay County, Florida on warrants charging him with child abuse, homicide, and negligent homicide by vehicle. According to the arrest report, Pegg was picked up by the U.S. Marshals Service Southeast Fugitive Task Force. He remains in the Floyd County Jail on a felony fugitive from justice charge.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Georgia warns shoppers about rising scams this holiday season, with online shopping scams increasing by 125%. Red flags for holiday shoppers include sellers asking for payment through gift cards, offering multiple items for the price of one, and urgent payment demands via Cash App or Venmo. The BBB advises against giving personal information online, especially for deals that seem too good to be true. When buying from new sellers, research thoroughly, check for a BBB profile, and watch for fake gift cards. Additionally, be cautious of porch pirates by ensuring secure delivery methods.

Curative Insurance Company, in partnership with the Health Analytics and Insights Group, published results from a survey highlighting significant issues faced by Georgians with employer-sponsored health insurance. About 55% of people in Georgia get their health benefits from their jobs. The survey of 500 adults in Georgia revealed concerning trends, such as 41% of working Georgians delaying healthcare and 50% not filling prescriptions due to high costs, even though they have insurance.

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The Summerville Depot and East Washington streetscape will become a “Winter Wonderland” today from 10:00 a. m. to 3:00 p. m. , featuring over 44 craft and food vendors for the Christmas shopping season and Small Business Saturday. The public can enjoy shopping, dining, children’s activities, and visits with Santa.

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Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader announced that Justice Cardoza, a 26-year-old man reported missing from Trion, was located safely on Friday. Cardoza had been missing since Thanksgiving Day, having last been seen on India Drive in Trion. Sheriff Schrader noted that Cardoza is autistic, which heightened concerns for his safety during the search. The sheriff revealed that Cardoza has previously managed to reach Summerville quickly when he had left his home in Trion.  The sheriff reported around 11:15 AM that Cordoza had been found safe, but did not reveal where the man was located.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, November 29, 2024:

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A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies after allegedly using counterfeit currency at Rome-area McDonald’s restaurants. Malik Rayon Morris Baker faces two felony counts of 1st-degree forgery and one misdemeanor count of theft by deception. The charges stem from incidents that took place on November 17, when Baker reportedly used counterfeit $50 bills at McDonald’s locations on Martha Berry Highway and Turner McCall Boulevard. According to arrest warrants and records from the Floyd County Jail, Baker’s actions raised suspicions among restaurant staff, leading to an investigation by local authorities.

The holiday spirit is alive and well at Chattooga Family Connection, as the organization gears up once again to create Christmas stockings for children in the area. Director Maisha Ludy is reaching out to the community, announcing that there are still stockings available for donations, and inviting everyone to get involved in this heartwarming initiative.

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Only a few spots are available for the 2024 Chattooga Young Farmers annual Holiday Wreath Class.  The event will take place this coming Thursday, December 5th at the Chattooga County Ag Center, located on Middle School Drive in Summerville.  The cost is $40 for non-members and $20 for Young Farmer members.  The cost of the class includes all the supplies for your holiday wreath and a light supper.  For more information, contact Chattooga Young Farmer Director Lauren Jarrett.

The Chattooga Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a special event honoring the 2024 graduating class of Leadership Chattooga. Join the Chamber for a catered luncheon that will celebrate the achievements of these remarkable individuals who have shown exceptional commitment and dedication to improving our community. The event will feature Angie Hutchins, Executive Director of the Community Resource Center (CRC), as the Special Guest Speaker. The public is invited to this celebration, which will provide a fantastic opportunity to network and engage with community leaders. Reservations are required to ensure your spot at this event. The cost for Chamber members is $12, while non-members can attend for $17.  The meeting will be held on December 17th at Noon at the Chattooga County Civic Center on Highway 48 in Summerville.  Click HERE to reserve your seat.