Mohawk’s Summerville Facility Transforms Plastic Bottles Into Carpet, Weaving Sustainability With Local Economy

In a significant demonstration of sustainable manufacturing and vertical integration, Mohawk Industries’ facility in Summerville, Georgia, is operating at the forefront of the company’s efforts to turn reclaimed plastic bottles into high-quality polyester fibers for its vast carpet business. This innovative plant not only bolsters Mohawk’s environmental commitments but also stands as a vital pillar of the local and regional economy.

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Summerville Gears Up For 51st Annual Sum-Nelly Festival, Celebrating Autumn And Heritage

Summerville Parks and Recreation is gearing up for an annual tradition: the Sum-Nelly Festival. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 4, 2025, as Dowdy Park will once again transform into a vibrant hub of arts, crafts, food, and entertainment for the 51st iteration of this beloved community event.

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Last Call for Unpaid Taxes: Chattooga County Tax Sale Begins Today At 10 AM On Courthouse Steps

Property owners in Chattooga County with outstanding tax bills face a final deadline this morning, as the county’s tax sale is set to commence today at 10 AM on the courthouse steps. Properties with unresolved debts will be put up for public auction.

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Two Rome, GA Residents Killed, Seven Children Injured in Tragic Alabama ATV Accident

Two Rome, Georgia residents are dead and seven children are injured following a tragic side-by-side ATV accident that occurred last Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Indian Mountain ATV Park in Cherokee County, Alabama.

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Georgia Shows Significant Foreclosure Rate While Chattooga County Foreclosures Are Down

Georgia recorded a significant number of foreclosure filings in the first half of 2025, with activity showing an uptick as the year progressed into summer. However, localized data reveals a contrasting picture, with some areas experiencing a substantial decrease in distressed properties.

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Chattooga County Prepares For Cooler Labor Day, Midweek Rain And Storms

Chattooga County, Georgia residents can anticipate a significant shift in early September weather, with forecasts predicting cooler-than-average temperatures and a rising chance of rain and thunderstorms from Labor Day, Monday, September 1st, through Thursday, September 4th, 2025. A weather system is expected to bring increased precipitation, particularly impacting the middle of the week.

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Arrest Report – Monday – September 1, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, September 1, 2025:

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Chattooga County Offices, Banks Close for Labor Day; Federal Holiday Honors American Workers

Governmental offices across Chattooga County, including municipal offices in Lyerly, Menlo, Summerville, and Trion, are closed today in observance of Labor Day. Area banks and post offices are also shut, reflecting the federal holiday status.

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Last Chance: Registration Closes Today for Twisted Ankle Race Benefiting Sloppy Floyd State Park

Runners and outdoor enthusiasts looking to support James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park have only a few hours left to register for the annual Twisted Ankle Race, with the registration deadline set for today, September 1, 2025. All proceeds from the challenging event directly benefit the Friends of James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park.

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Georgia Cotton Industry Faces New Threat: Invasive Jassid Spreads, Commissioner Harper Urges Vigilance

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J. Harper has issued a critical warning to the state’s cotton producers, urging immediate vigilance against the invasive Cotton Jassid (Amrasca biguttula). First identified in Seminole County in July 2025, the destructive pest is now rapidly spreading across Georgia’s vital cotton belt, posing a significant threat to the state’s top row-crop.

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