A routine traffic stop for a minor infraction in Chattooga County on Friday, July 19, 2025, quickly escalated into a drug arrest when a deputy discovered methamphetamine and marijuana in a vehicle. Brandon Monroe Samuels, 42, was taken into custody and charged with Possession of Methamphetamine following the incident.
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TYM North America, the North American subsidiary of global agricultural machinery leader TYM (led by CEOs Kim Hee-yong and Kim Do-hoon), announced this week the grand opening of its TYM Cedartown Campus in Cedartown, Georgia. This state-of-the-art facility is set to serve as a pivotal southeastern parts and service base, significantly bolstering the company’s operational capabilities across the region.
A Northwest Georgia man has been arrested and charged with 35 counts of sexual exploitation of children following an investigation by the Cartersville Police Department stemming from an online tip.
Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia residents are currently experiencing typical summertime weather, but meteorologists are warning of a significant shift towards extremely hot conditions next week. Daytime highs are projected to climb steadily, reaching into the mid to upper 90s, with potential heat index values nearing triple digits, posing a risk to those outdoors.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, July 25, 2025:
Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and E-911 are actively seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as full-time Communications Officers, emphasizing the profound and often unsung heroism involved in the role.
After a week dedicated to fostering bonds of friendship and promoting peace, Summerville is set to culminate its community-wide celebration with a vibrant Friendship Festival this Saturday, July 26th. The free community event invites citizens and businesses alike to join in a day of fun, food, and fellowship at the Summerville Depot and the World Friendship Pocket Park, running from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Students across the Chattooga County School District returned to classrooms today, marking the official start of the 2025-2026 academic year. The new school year opened with an optimistic message from Superintendent Michelle Helie, Ed.D., emphasizing the district’s commitment to community, excellence, and student success.
The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced Thursday that Northwest Georgia experienced a slight increase in its unemployment rate for June, rising three-tenths of a point to 3.5% over the month. This uptick comes as the region navigates typical seasonal fluctuations, though one county, Chattooga, saw an unusually sharp increase in initial unemployment claims.
What began as an attempt to serve an arrest warrant for another individual unexpectedly led to the drug-related arrest of a Summerville man on Thursday evening. Raleigh Leon Styles, 63, was taken into custody after deputies allegedly discovered methamphetamine and fentanyl in his vehicle.
