Chattooga County Public Works is offering a summer employment opportunity for an individual seeking outdoor work and a chance to contribute to the community. The department is currently looking to hire a Grass Mower to maintain public lawns and green spaces throughout Summerville. The position offers competitive hourly pay and valuable work experience. Responsibilities include mowing, weed eating, general landscaping tasks, and ensuring the safe and correct use of equipment. Applicants must be 18 years or older, able to work in outdoor conditions, and be reliable and punctual. This seasonal position offers a great chance to join a supportive team and gain practical skills. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply in person at the Public Works Department located at 1 Stockade Road, Summerville, or at the Chattooga County Commissioner’s office at 10102 Commerce Street, Summerville GA, 30747. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to spend your summer outdoors while making a positive impact on Chattooga County. This position is for the Summer of 2025.

A 29-year-old Lyerly man wound up in jail on his birthday after  being stopped by Summerville Police on Highway 114 last Thursday.  According to arrest records from the Summerville Police Department, police pulled over a black GMC Sierra after an officer noticed that the tags were expired.  When officers approached the vehicle, the driver showed signs of being under the influence of alcohol.  Michael Chaney Warnock was charged with multiple offences including driving under the influence of alcohol, license not on person, expired tag, open container of alcohol, a seat belt violation and failure to signal when changing lanes.  Additionally, police say that Warnock had the tag for a different vehicle on his truck, which lead to the additional charge of affixing a license plate with the intent to conceal identity.  Warnock was booked into the Chattooga County Jail following his arrest.

Chattooga County, along with Lyerly, Menlo, Summerville, and Trion, is starting a five-year update to their joint comprehensive plan. A public hearing will be held to explain the update process and show how residents can get involved. The Chattooga County Joint Comprehensive Plan, 2021-2025, helps guide the development of these communities. This update is important for ongoing growth, following Georgia’s planning laws. The hearing will inform residents on ways to contribute, supported by a committee chosen by local governments. Citizen participation is encouraged. The draft plan will be ready for public review in October 2025 and submitted for review to the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. Final approval is needed by February 2026 to keep their Qualified Local Government status and access federal funding. The public hearing will take place on April 22, 2025, at 2:00 p. m. at the Chattooga County Civic Center, 44 GA-Hwy. 48 in Summerville. Residents are invited to attend and help shape their communities’ future.

A Dalton-based law firm is actively recruiting area farmers and landowners to join a class action lawsuit against manufacturers and other parties allegedly responsible for PFAS contamination. The firm is running advertisements heard on WZQZ Radio, urging those affected to come forward and participate in the legal action.

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For over five decades, Camp Hamby has been a cornerstone of the Summerville community, providing children with a safe and enriching summer experience rooted in faith, creativity, and outdoor exploration.

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Residents of Chattooga County will have the opportunity to voice their opinions regarding a beer and wine license application for the Borderline Quick Stop, planned for 10895 GA-114 in Lyerly. The notice, officially filed with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of Chattooga County, announces a public hearing scheduled for April 15, 2025, at 5 PM in the Chattooga County Commissioner’s Office, located at 10102 Commerce St., Summerville, Georgia. Ashish Patel, listed as the Manager and Owner of Borderline Quick Stop, submitted the application. The hearing provides a platform for interested individuals to express any concerns or support they may have regarding the issuance of the license. The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board encourages all concerned citizens to attend the hearing on April 15th to voice their opinions and contribute to the decision-making process.

A Henagar woman was killed in a motorcycle crash Sunday afternoon.

The wreck happened at about 5:55 p.m. on Alabama 35 near the 12-mile marker, about six miles north of Gaylesville, in Cherokee County.

According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, 21-year-old Christina T. Powell was killed when the motorcycle she was driving left the roadway and hit several trees. She was thrown from the motorcycle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

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Mostly sunny skies are expected today, but clouds will begin to move into Northwest Georgia late in the afternoon. Temperatures will rise, with highs in mid-80’s, around 10 degrees above normal. Southwest winds will strengthen slightly, with gusts over 20 mph during the afternoon.

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