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August 3, 2026

Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct Following Parking Lot Confrontation in Summerville

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A Summerville man was cited for disorderly conduct after police responded to a heated confrontation in a parking lot on Saturday night.

According to the Summerville Police Department, Officer B. Campbell was patrolling the area of Highway 114 at approximately 9:35 p.m. on July 25 when he observed what appeared to be a verbal altercation between a man and a woman in the parking lot of the Pay N Tote convenience store.

The individuals were identified as Cody Cameron and Hilary Hall. Police said the officer made contact with both parties and learned that Hall was speaking with Cameron about his wife and children. Cameron reportedly told the officer that he did not like his wife being friends with Hall and confronted her in the parking lot.

According to the report, Cameron appeared to be intoxicated and admitted that he had been drinking. Officer Campbell issued Cameron a citation for disorderly conduct, alleging he engaged in a belligerent and hostile manner in public while intoxicated.

No additional charges or injuries were reported.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond Celebrates 25 Nurse Residency Program Graduates

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AdventHealth Redmond recently celebrated 25 nurses who completed the hospital’s yearlong Nurse Residency Program, marking their transition from nursing school into professional practice.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Federal Judge Allows Georgia Residents to Seek PFAS Water Cleanup Cost Claims

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A federal judge has ruled that residents in and around Summerville may continue pursuing claims seeking reimbursement for costs associated with cleaning up drinking water contaminated by PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals.”

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Property Assessment Notices Mailed; Tax Bills Will Come Later This Fall

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Property owners across Chattooga County are beginning to receive their 2026 property assessment notices in the mail, but county officials say those notices should not be mistaken for a tax bill.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Northwest Georgia Likely to Stay Hot Through Mid-August, NOAA Outlook Shows

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Residents across Northwest Georgia should prepare for a continued stretch of summer heat as the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center indicates a strong likelihood of above-normal temperatures through at least August 11.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Sunday – August 2, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, August 2, 2026:

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scattered Storms Return This Week as Temperatures Gradually Climb

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Northwest Georgia will begin the week with seasonably mild temperatures before daily rain chances and hotter conditions return.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

State Senator Meets With Summerville Officials About Ongoing Flooding Problems

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State Senator Lanny Thomas met with local and state officials in Summerville to discuss ongoing flooding concerns near Bryant and Sons and other areas of the city.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Queen City Lake Beach To Remain Closed As E. Coli Investigation Continues

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Queen City Lake Beach in LaFayette will remain closed into next week as city officials continue investigating elevated E. coli levels in the water.

The City of LaFayette says daily testing has been conducted in an effort to determine the source of the contamination. While E. coli levels remain elevated, officials say the testing patterns have been inconclusive. The city is expanding the testing area to collect additional data and develop a clearer picture of the problem.

City officials are also working with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for guidance concerning the non-native duck population around the lake, which may be contributing to the elevated bacteria levels.

Residents have also reported a sewer leak located some distance from the shoreline. The line is privately owned, and the city says the organization responsible for it has begun making repairs. That work is expected to be completed in the coming weeks.

Officials say they do not want to draw conclusions before the testing is complete and will continue collecting data while the beach remains closed.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Fall Admission Deadline Approaching August 4

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Students planning to attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College this fall are encouraged to complete their applications soon. The fall admissions deadline is Tuesday, August 4.

GNTC offers more than 200 degree, diploma and certificate programs across six campus locations in Northwest Georgia. Programs include aviation and industrial technologies, business, cybersecurity, health sciences, nursing, and public service careers.

The college also offers hands-on training, financial aid opportunities, and says many programs provide strong job placement opportunities for graduates.

Prospective students can apply online by visiting gntc.edu/admissions/apply before the August 4 deadline.