Bartow Police Need Help Identifying Body

The Bartow County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in identifying a man found deceased in Allatoona Lake in September.

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10 More Cases of Polio-like Illness Confirmed in U.S.

There are new concerning new details about a mysterious illness that’s paralyzing children.

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President Headed to Chattanooga, Macon

President Donald Trump is scheduled to come to Chattanooga for a rally this Sunday to help Republican Marsha Blackburn in her Nov. 6 battle with Democrat Phil Bredesen to become Tennessee’s next U.S. senator, news website Axios reported.

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North Georgia Cruisers to host Cruise In

The North Georgia Cruiser will be holding their final Cruise In for the year Saturday November 3rd from 11 to 3 at the Depot on East Washington Street. Come out and enjoy a day of fun, food and fellowship and help the Cruisers buy toys and help this area’s needy during the holidays…

Several Meat Products Recalled as Salmonella Wave Hits U.S.

UBC Food Distributors Inc. voluntarily recalled 7-ounce plastic containers of Baraka brand hot curry powder (UPC Code 822514265566) and curry powder (UPC Code 822514265535), according to the US Food and Drug Administration. This recall is due to a high level of lead found in these products by the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.

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Last Week to Vote Early Starts Today

Early voting is headed into its last week in Chattooga County. Since early voting began, over 2300 Chattooga County voters have made their voices heard in the 2018 November midterm election.

Early ballots can be cast at the Chattooga County Registrar Office on Commerce Street, just south of the courthouse, between 8:30 AM and 5 PM from today (Monday) until Friday.

Be sure to bring a valid picture ID when you come to vote.

According to the Chattooga County Registrar Office, 2,357 is the exact number of votes cast by the polls closed Saturday evening. This includes 118 returned absentee ballots of the 253 that have been mailed to voters.

The General Election will be held on November 6th.

Mrs. Mary Jo (Hurley) Woodham, Obit. (M)

Mrs. Mary Jo (Hurley) Woodham age 89 of Calhoun, GA passed away Saturday- October 27, 2018 at Pruitt Health Care- Rome, GA.

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NPR: “Zombie Deer Disease” Could Spread to Humans

Deer across North America are dying from a mysterious disease that gradually destroys the animal’s nervous system, and National Public Radio recently reported that scientists are concerned about the possibility of human infection.

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Scams Circulating During Medicare Open Enrollment

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, there are over 59 million Americans currently enrolled to receive Medicare benefits. It is because of this ever-growing number that scammers and deceptive salespeople are targeting Medicare beneficiaries. It is important to be aware of current scams and laws that can safeguard your identity and benefits.

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Summerville Renaissance Festival & North Georgia Cruiser’s Cruise-In

On this Saturday, November 3rd, dress as royalty, fairies, pirates, and peasants while you enjoy shopping, art, games, and a feast fit for a king. The Summerville Renaissance Festival will return with pageantry, arts, music, dancing, artisans, theater, food, and more. Renaissance Performers from Georgia and Tennessee will be on hand to give festival goers a magical experience. Find King Henry the 8th, Fairy Grandmother, human gargoyles, and the King of the Trolls. The Renaissance Festival hours are from 11 AM – 5 PM.

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