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February 12, 2026

Sourdough Bread Class Set for February 15 in Summerville

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Residents in Chattooga County will have the opportunity to learn the art of sourdough baking this weekend at a free, hands-on class in Summerville.

The Summerville Seventh-day Adventist Church is hosting a Sourdough Bread Class on Sunday, February 15 at 4 p.m. The class will be held at the church, located at 1759 Highway 114 in Summerville.

Organizers say the beginner-friendly class will teach participants how to make a classic sourdough loaf from scratch. Each attendee will receive a sourdough starter to take home, allowing them to continue baking after the class.

The event is free and open to the public, but organizers ask that attendees RSVP in advance so enough starters can be prepared. Friends are welcome to attend.

RSVP is required – Register HERE

February 12, 2026

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Southern Serenity Skin + Spa to Hold Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Summerville

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A new locally owned skincare business is celebrating its official opening this week in Summerville.

February 12, 2026

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Sheriff Schrader Warns Parents After Girls Allegedly Abducted by Online Contact, Suspect Arrested in Georgia

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Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader is urging parents to closely monitor their children’s online activity after sharing a report about two Florida girls who were allegedly abducted by a man they had been communicating with for months through popular apps.

February 12, 2026

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New Home Construction Slows in Walker County, but 2025 Still Ranks Among Best Years on Record

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New home construction in unincorporated Walker County slowed in 2025 as rising construction costs pushed home prices higher, but county officials say activity remains historically strong despite the slowdown.

February 12, 2026

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Georgia’s January Net Tax Revenues Down 0.6%

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Georgia’s net tax collections slipped slightly in January, with the state reporting $3.03 billion in net tax revenue for the month — down $18.1 million, or 0.6%, compared to January of last year. State officials framed the dip as a modest month-to-month decline, not a major shift in overall revenue performance.

February 11, 2026

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Arrest Report – Wednesday – February 11, 2026

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

February 11, 2026

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Rainy Start, Warm Midweek, Then Widespread Rain Ahead for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will see a damp start to Wednesday, followed by unseasonably warm temperatures through the rest of the week before a stronger weather system brings widespread rain this weekend.

February 11, 2026

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Georgia Lawmakers Move to Let Pharmacists Prescribe Contraception Under New Bill

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Georgia lawmakers are advancing a bill that would allow pharmacists to prescribe and administer hormonal contraception, potentially making birth control more accessible across the state without a doctor’s visit.

February 11, 2026

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Georgia House Votes to Expand Feral Hog Trapping and Hunting Options

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The Georgia House has approved legislation aimed at expanding how landowners and wildlife control operators can trap and hunt feral hogs—an invasive species blamed for widespread damage to crops, pastures, wildlife habitat, and property across the state. Supporters say the measure is designed to remove red tape and help reduce hog populations that reproduce quickly and are difficult to control.

February 11, 2026

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Gordon County PFAS Lawsuit Adds Momentum to “Forever Chemical” Fight as Summerville Water Customers Watch Closely

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A new wave of legal action over PFAS—often called “forever chemicals”—is building across Northwest Georgia, and a lawsuit filed by Gordon County is adding fresh pressure on companies tied to the region’s carpet and chemical supply chain.