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October 15, 2026

Pregnancy Resource Center Of Chattooga County Hosting Community Open House Today

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The Pregnancy Resource Center of Chattooga County is inviting the public to an open house today, Thursday, October 15, from 4 PM until 6 PM at its facility in Summerville.

The center is located at 11564 Highway 27, next to the Boys & Girls Club.

The event will give community members an opportunity to tour the facility, meet those involved with the organization, and learn more about the center and what’s new.

Refreshments will be served during the open house, and visitors will have an opportunity to see the facility firsthand.

The Pregnancy Resource Center of Chattooga County provides support and resources for women and families facing pregnancy-related needs.

Organizers encourage residents to stop by during the two-hour event to become better acquainted with the center and its work in the community.

The open house is scheduled for today from 4 PM until 6 PM at 11564 Highway 27 in Summerville.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Transportation Board To Consider New Rules For School Zone Speed Cameras Today

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The Georgia State Transportation Board will meet today at 9 AM in Atlanta to consider adopting updated regulations governing automated speed enforcement cameras in school zones.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City Of Summerville Reminds Residents To Call 811 Before Digging

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The City of Summerville is reminding residents and contractors about the importance of contacting Georgia 811 before beginning any digging or excavation project to help prevent damage to underground utility lines.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Halloween Activities Planned Across Chattooga County With Events In Summerville, Trion, Menlo And Lyerly

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Families across Chattooga County will have several opportunities to celebrate Halloween this year, with community events scheduled in Summerville, Trion, Menlo and Lyerly.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Two Arrested On Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop In Chattooga County

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Two people were arrested on drug charges following a late-night traffic stop in Chattooga County after a deputy observed a vehicle traveling without properly functioning lights.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Fall Colors Expected To Peak Soon At James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park

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Fall is arriving in Northwest Georgia, and James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park near Summerville is preparing for one of the most colorful times of the year.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Tax Revenues Increase 2.3 Percent In September As Sales Tax Collections Climb

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Georgia’s tax collections increased during September, with stronger sales tax and corporate income tax revenues helping offset a decline in individual income tax collections.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Voters Can Cast Ballots Saturday As Early Voting Continues

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Chattooga County voters who are unable to visit the polls during the regular workweek will have an opportunity to vote this Saturday, October 17, as the first weekend of advance voting gets underway for the November 3 General Election.

October 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – October 14, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, October 14, 2026:

October 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Near-Record Heat Today Before Strong Cold Front Brings Weekend Cooldown

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Residents across Chattooga County can expect another unusually warm October day today, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s before a strong cold front brings much cooler weather to Northwest Georgia this weekend.