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April 9, 2026

Vehicle Reported Stolen From Raymond Street In Summerville

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A vehicle theft reported in Summerville is under investigation after a resident discovered her car missing from her property on Raymond Street.

April 8, 2026

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Arrest Report – Wednesday – April 8, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, April 8, 2026:

April 8, 2026

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Fire Danger High As Dry Weather Continues Across Chattooga County

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Dry conditions and near-normal temperatures are expected to hold steady across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through the remainder of the week, but it’s the fire danger that has officials on alert.

April 8, 2026

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Chattooga County Delivers Strong Republican Wins In Both Runoff Races

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Chattooga County voters delivered decisive Republican victories in both of Tuesday’s special election runoff races, with Clay Fuller winning the U.S. House District 14 contest and Lanny Thomas capturing the Georgia State Senate District 53 seat. Official Georgia results show Fuller won Chattooga County with 2,546 votes, or 69.81 percent, compared to 1,101 votes, or 30.19 percent, for Democrat Shawn Harris. In the Senate race, Thomas defeated John Bentley “Jack” Zibluk with 2,686 votes, or 74.38 percent, to 925 votes, or 25.62 percent.

April 8, 2026

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Floyd County Approves Courthouse Stabilization Contract After Fire

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Floyd County leaders have approved a contract to begin stabilizing the Historic Floyd County Courthouse after the March 23 fire, marking a major step toward eventually reopening parts of downtown Rome, including Fifth Avenue.

April 8, 2026

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Runoff Election May Be Over, But Chattooga Voters Head Back To The Polls Soon

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Voters across Northwest Georgia cast ballots Tuesday in the special election runoff for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District and the 53rd State Senate District, but another important election is already just ahead for Chattooga County voters.

April 8, 2026

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Chattooga County EMA/E-911 Hiring Full-Time Communications Officers

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Chattooga County EMA and E-911 is now hiring full-time Communications Officers, offering an opportunity to serve on the front lines of public safety.

April 8, 2026

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SMS FFA Plant Sale Set For April 15–18 In Summerville

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Garden season is right around the corner, and Summerville Middle School’s FFA program is getting ready to help the community grow with its annual plant sale.

The SMS FFA Plant Sale will take place April 15 through April 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. each day, with a special Saturday sale on April 18 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

The sale will be held at the Summerville Middle School greenhouse, located at 200 Middle School Road.

Shoppers will find a wide variety of plants, including hanging baskets, petunias, succulents, herbs, ferns, and spider plants, along with a large selection of vegetables like tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, peppers, and melons.

Prices range from $1 plants and herbs to $15 hanging baskets, with bundle deals available on several items.

Organizers say the event is a great opportunity to support local students while picking up plants for spring gardens, landscaping, and outdoor spaces.

April 8, 2026

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Chattooga Indians Football Sets Parent Meeting For April 15

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Chattooga Indians Football is calling on players and parents to attend an important meeting as preparations begin for the upcoming seasons.

The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Chattooga High School cafeteria.

Organizers say at least one parent or guardian is required to attend. The meeting will cover schedules for the spring, summer, and fall, along with important information on free physicals, player expectations, fundraisers, and more.

School officials say the meeting is an important step in getting ready for the 2026 football season and ensuring both players and families are informed and prepared.

April 8, 2026

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GNTC Accepting Applications For New Scholarship For Disabled Veterans

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is now accepting applications through April 30 for the summer term under a new state scholarship designed to help disabled veterans continue their education.