Armuchee Mourns Freshman Football Player David Clemones; Game Postponed After Fatal Wreck

The Armuchee High School community is in mourning following the tragic death of freshman football player David Clemones, 15, in a multi-vehicle wreck Tuesday night. In response to the profound loss, the school’s home football game against Gordon Lee, originally scheduled for tonight, Friday, September 12, has been postponed until Tuesday, October 10.

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Cast Your Creativity: 2026 Fish Art Contest Now Open to Young Artists

The 2026 Fish Art Contest, a free and engaging program designed to inspire youth in kindergarten through 12th grade, is officially open for submissions. Announced by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wildlife Resources Division, the contest encourages young artists to explore the wonders of aquatic life through their creativity, with a final deadline of February 28, 2026.

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Berry College Earns Prestigious Spot on Forbes 2026 America’s Top Colleges List

Berry College has been named to Forbes’ highly anticipated 2026 America’s Top Colleges list, further solidifying its reputation as a leading institution for producing successful, high-earning, and influential graduates with manageable student debt.

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Summerville Man Arrested for Simple Battery Following Domestic Incident

A Summerville man was arrested on Saturday evening after Chattooga County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a domestic dispute that reportedly turned physical. John Riley Reece, 60, faces charges of simple battery under the Family Violence Act.

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Summerville Announces Key Dates for 2025 Municipal General and Special Elections

The City of Summerville has released important dates and information regarding its upcoming Municipal General and Special Election, scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Residents are encouraged to prepare early and participate in shaping their local government.

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Cherokee County, Alabama Sheriff Jeff Shaver Announces Re-election Bid for 2026

Cherokee County, Alabama Sheriff Jeff Shaver officially announced this week that he will seek re-election in the May 2026 Republican Primary, pledging to continue his commitment to public safety, transparency, and community service for the citizens of Cherokee County.

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88-Year-Old Man Dies in Fatal House Fire on Byrds Chapel Road in Dade County

An 88-year-old man tragically died in a residential structure fire Wednesday at his home on 99 Byrds Chapel Road, according to officials. Fire crews from multiple agencies, including New Salem, South Dade Fire, Dade County Station 1, and McLemore Fire, responded to the scene. Upon arrival, firefighters found the residence fully engulfed in flames. The home was ultimately declared a total loss due to the extensive damage. Firefighters extricated the victim from the burning structure, but he was pronounced deceased at the scene. The identity of the deceased was not immediately released, pending notice to the family.  The cause of the fatal blaze remains under investigation by authorities. No additional details were immediately available.

Arrest Report – Thursday – September 11, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, September 11, 2025:

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Chattooga County Seeing A Warm, Dry, and Sunny Stretch as High Pressure Dominates

Residents of Chattooga County, Georgia, can look forward to a stretch of remarkably warm, dry, and sunny weather this week. A strong high-pressure system is firmly in control of Northwest Georgia’s weather, promising clear skies and temperatures climbing notably above the seasonal average for early autumn.

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AdventHealth Georgia Invites Northwest Georgia To Free ‘Night of Hope’ Concert Featuring Danny Gokey

Northwest Georgia residents are invited to an uplifting evening of music and community spirit as AdventHealth Georgia presents its ‘A Night of Hope Community Concert,’ featuring acclaimed Christian Recording Artist Danny Gokey. The free, open-to-the-public event is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, at 7 p.m. at Ridge Ferry Park.

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