Driver Knocks over Brick Column at Summerville Graveyard, Flees

A Summerville man has been issued a citation after leaving the scene of an accident where he drove into one of the brick columns at the Summerville Graveyard.

Officers with the Summerville Police Department investigated the scene of the October 13th accident last Monday following a call-in report from a citizen. After the officers located a gold, mid-1990’s Honda front bumper at the scene of the accident, a lookout was posted for bumper-less cars matching that description.

A 1995 Honda Accord matching that description was located shortly thereafter Tuesday morning on Rome Blvd. The driver, Summerville resident William Davis Jr., told the officer that he had been involved in a small collision at the city graveyard but did not realize he had damaged anything, and did not realize he had lost his bumper until getting home.

Davis’ side of the story was forwarded to the investigating officer, but he was issued a citation for damage to property and leaving the scene of an incident.

Dishwasher

Portable dishwasher for sale $ 45.00 call 706-734-3708.

Calvary Baptist Fall Hayride and Chili Supper

The community is invited to join Calvary Baptist Church for our Annual Fall Hayride and Chili Supper. Meet at the back of the Menlo ball fields at 5:00 on Sat,, Oct. 27th. You will enjoy rides on the hay wagon and an evening around the campfire and under the stars, as well as lots of delicious food. Bring a camping chair. Call 770 235-76538 with any questions.. In case of rain, meet at Calvary Baptist at 6:00 for food and fun.

Arrest Report – Saturday – October 20, 2018

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, October 20, 2018:

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WZQZ to Re-Broadcast County BOE Forum this Evening

WZQZ will broadcast the 2018 County Board of Education forum in its entirety later this evening on FM 99.1 and AM 1180 at 7 PM. WZQZ has enhanced audio of the forum for rebroadcast. You can also watch the full forum on YouTube by clicking here. Read highlights from the forum by clicking here.

The forum, sponsored by WZQZ News and The Summerville News, was held on Tuesday evening earlier this week and featured all six Chattooga County Board of Education candidates; that is,

  • Seat #2 incumbent Alma Lewis (D), and challenger Brad Hayes (R);
  • Seat #3 incumbent Eddie Massey (D), and challenger Sammy Ballard (R);
  • Seat #4 incumbent Larry Weesner (D), and challenger Julia Houston (R).

Early voting for the County BOE race (as well as all other national, state, and local mid-terms) will continue through November 2nd. November 2nd is also the last day to request an absentee ballot, which must be submitted by November 9th. The general election will be held November 6th.

Santa Claus Announces Tentative Schedule

According to North Pole Press Secretary Jon Dennis, Santa Claus has announced his and Mrs. Claus’ tentative Chattooga County schedule for the holiday season.

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Summerville Depot is Site for Oktoberfest, Old-Fashioned Sunday Dinner this Weekend

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This weekend will be the only weekend you can celebrate German traditions and old-timey Southern American Sunday dinners back-to-back. Oktoberfest and the Old-Fashioned Sunday Dinner will be held at the historic Summerville train depot on Saturday and Sunday respectively.

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“Leadership Chattooga” Class Tours Local Factories

Press Release from Chattooga Chamber of Commerce

The 2018 Leadership Chattooga class had an eye-opening industry tour on Thursday.

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Red Cross Calling for Healthy Donors to Maintain Supply

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As influenza activity picks up, the American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to give blood to ensure a strong blood supply for patients in need.

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Wanted kittens

Person wants 2 kittens, prefer females, inside only. 706-676-1036