The 12u Summerville Indian All-Star baseball team is gearing up for the State Baseball Tournament in Statesboro, Georgia, and they’re holding a fundraising event to help make their trip a success! Saturday, June 21st, the team will be hosting a BBQ fundraiser in the Fit Pit parking lot. Delicious BBQ plates will be available for $10 each. Pre-orders are being taken now, but plates will also be sold on the spot. In addition to the BBQ, the team will also be holding a car wash in the Auto Zone parking lot during the same time. Get your car sparkling clean for just $7, or make a donation of your choosing. All proceeds will go towards travel expenses and ensuring the boys have a fun and memorable experience during the State Baseball Tournament. You are encouraged to come out next Saturday to the Fit Pit and Auto Zone parking lots, grab a BBQ plate, get your car washed, and support the Summerville Indian All-Stars as they head to Statesboro!

Data has identified Chattooga County, Georgia, as facing a concerning high rate of cancer, particularly cancers of the trachea, bronchus, and lung. The data reveals a significant disparity, with male residents experiencing these cancers at a substantially higher rate than their female counterparts. While national cancer death rates have been on a downward trend, new findings from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) highlight a troubling disparity between rural and urban areas. Rural America, including Chattooga County, is experiencing a slower reduction in cancer death rates (1.0 percent per year) compared to the more significant decrease seen in urban areas (1.6 percent per year). This disparity is primarily attributed to elevated death rates associated with lung, colorectal, prostate, and cervical cancers. Further complicating the issue, rural counties like Chattooga are also reporting higher rates of new diagnoses for lung, colorectal, and cervical cancers. Interestingly, these areas show lower rates of new breast and prostate cancer cases compared to urban centers. Experts emphasize that while geographical location is not a sole determinant of cancer risk, it can significantly impact access to crucial prevention, diagnosis, and treatment opportunities. The CDC underscores the importance of targeted public health efforts and interventions, stating that many cancer cases and deaths are preventable with the implementation of strategic strategies and resources.

Gordon County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit detectives have dismantled a methamphetamine trafficking operation following an investigation on Tara Drive near Calhoun. Acting on a tip, detectives, in conjunction with Probation/Parole officers from the Department of Community Supervision, executed a search warrant at a private residence located at 200 Tara Drive. The search yielded a significant quantity of solid crystal methamphetamine, as well as a large amount of liquid methamphetamine. Detectives also discovered the components of a “laboratory” used to convert liquid methamphetamine into its solid, traffickable form. In addition to methamphetamine, investigators uncovered cocaine and psilocybin mushrooms, a hallucinogenic substance, at the residence. The occupant of the home, identified as 62-year-old Tracy Van McEntyre of Tara Drive, was arrested and charged with Manufacturing and Trafficking Methamphetamine, along with numerous other drug-related offenses. The investigation is ongoing.

The official start of Summer is approaching, and the temperatures are rising. The Salvation Army of Rome, GA is in urgent need of bottled water to offer to the homeless of the community.

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Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit (LMJC) District Attorney Clayton Fuller invited crime victims to meet with Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles Member Joyette Holmes on Thursday, providing them a crucial opportunity to share the impact of violent crimes and voice their opinions on potential parole for offenders.

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Residents across Northwest Georgia awoke to pleasant conditions this morning, with temperatures in the upper 60s and partly cloudy skies. However, the National Weather Service is forecasting a significant chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day, particularly this afternoon and evening. A weather system developing over the Tennessee Valley and northern Alabama is expected to move into Northwest Georgia just before sunset. While the probability of severe weather remains low, isolated storms could produce heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and gusty winds. The forecast calls for mostly cloudy conditions today, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms are expected, mainly before 9 PM. Some storms could bring heavy rainfall. The low temperature tonight will be around 68 degrees Fahrenheit, with a southwest wind around 5 mph. There is an 80% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and a half-inch possible. The threat of storms continues into Father’s Day on Sunday, with an increased chance of daytime storms in the afternoon, mainly after 2 PM. Sunday night will likely see showers and thunderstorms before 11 PM, followed by a chance of showers between 11 PM and 2 AM. Patchy fog is also expected after 4 AM. The low will be around 69 degrees, with a southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. The chance of precipitation is 60%. Looking ahead to Monday, the forecast indicates a continued chance of showers before 11 AM, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11 AM and 2 PM, and finally, showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 PM. Patchy fog is also possible before 8 AM. The high temperature will be near 86 degrees, with an 80% chance of precipitation.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, June 14, 2025:

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In an effort to bolster the county’s preparedness for potential disasters, Chattooga County Emergency Management Director Pamela Vaughn is urging residents to join the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The program equips everyday citizens with vital skills needed to assist their communities in the wake of emergencies when professional first responders might be delayed or overwhelmed.

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The City of Summerville is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Payroll/Finance Clerk. This vital position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, as well as performing a range of financial duties crucial to the city’s operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing weekly and monthly payroll, completing required quarterly reports, submitting payroll taxes, and preparing and distributing W-2s. They will also maintain employee leave records, distribute monthly reports to department heads, reconcile credit card payments, and prepare reconciliation requests for probation payments. Beyond payroll duties, the role involves preparing daily reports, entering journal entries, providing customer service, preparing invoices as needed, and assisting with budget preparation. The candidate will also serve as an Accounts Payable backup and maintain the confidentiality of personnel and City information, including fraud prevention measures. The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one to two years of experience in accounting or a similar role. The work environment is typically indoors in a controlled office setting, primarily involving sitting at a desk or table. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately to be considered for this important role in the City of Summerville’s finance department. Further details about the application process can be found on the city’s website HERE or by contacting City Hall directly.