Here are the latest health inspection scores from the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department for the first half of November, 2025:
Georgia drivers are seeing a minor bump at the pump this week, with the statewide average gas price inching up by one cent to $2.81 per gallon. The modest increase comes as crude oil prices fluctuate and regional demand for fuel begins to rise in anticipation of the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period.
Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has appointed Chris Harper as the new Director of the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD), effective December 1, 2025. Harper has been with the WRD since 1999, serving most recently as Assistant Chief of Fisheries Management.
Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® announced last week that Walker County has been awarded the 2026 Placemaking Project, dedicating significant resources to enhance the safety and security of Walker Rocks Park, particularly for children with special needs.
There’s Hope For The Hungry will be distributing food at the South Summerville Baptist Church this Wednesday November 19th from 10am until 1pm. No ID is required but food must be picked up in person.
The City of Summerville Fire Department has issued an advisory regarding critical maintenance work scheduled for their fire hydrant system in the South East sector of the city. The necessary annual flushing and inspection process will take place today, Monday, November 17, 2025, between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, November 17, 2025:
Northwest Georgia residents are urged to exercise extreme caution as critical fire weather conditions are forecast for this afternoon, followed by a prolonged period of unseasonably warm temperatures and potential record highs throughout the week. Minimal rain chances are expected until at least Friday, exacerbating dry conditions.
Georgia’s state coffers saw a significant boost in October, with net tax collections rising by 6.9% compared to the same month last year. The surge, which exceeded $2.7 billion, represents an acceleration in revenue growth for the Peach State, according to new figures released Friday by the Georgia Department of Revenue.
As Georgians look ahead to the 2025 holiday season, projections indicate an average per-person spending of approximately $1,210. However, this festive outlook is tempered by widespread consumer anticipation of price increases, signaling a cost-conscious Christmas for many across the Peach State.