The City of Summerville is seeking qualified contractors to submit sealed bids for a crucial raw water line connection project at its Raccoon Creek Water Treatment Plant (WTP). This significant infrastructure upgrade aims to enhance the city’s water delivery capabilities.
James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park is set to host a day of excitement and outdoor exploration with its annual Outdoor Adventure Day and Kid’s Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, September 27th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event promises a wide array of activities designed for all ages, with a special focus on young fishing enthusiasts.
Foam Products Corporation, a major employer and global leader in its industry, will host a job fair on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Trion Recreation Department. The event, aimed at filling full-time positions, will run from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Chattooga High School’s Counseling Department is set to host a crucial informational event, the “Junior and Senior Essentials Night,” designed to equip students and their families with vital resources for post-graduation planning. The evening is scheduled for Thursday, September 4th, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Chattooga High School Cafeteria.
The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is set to host an exciting and educational highlight with its 2025 Agriculture Demonstration Kitchen, proudly sponsored by the Chattooga County Farm Bureau. From Thursday, August 21st, to Sunday, August 24th, fairgoers will have the unique opportunity to learn new skills and witness live demonstrations from a diverse array of local gardeners, craftsmen, chefs, and experts.
Americans are facing an unprecedented wave of debt collection activity, with new data revealing a staggering 150% increase in reported calls during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous year. Alarmingly, nearly half of these complaints involved abusive or harassing tactics, raising significant consumer protection concerns.
Chattooga County residents are advised to prepare for a warm and humid week ahead, spanning from Tuesday, August 19th, through Friday, August 22nd. The forecast indicates daily chances of afternoon and evening thunderstorms, influenced by a weak high-pressure system and the distant effects of Hurricane Erin.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, August 19, 2025:
Georgia drivers are experiencing a minor increase at the pump this week, with the state’s average price for regular unleaded gasoline rising a penny compared to a week ago. The current average stands at $2.91 per gallon, a figure that can fluctuate overnight.
State Representative Eddie Lumsden, R-Armuchee, who represents all of Chattooga County and a portion of Floyd County, has been named Vice Chair of a new House committee tasked with investigating the rapidly increasing cost of insurance in Georgia.
