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April 12, 2026

Urgent Plea Issued For Senior Dog At Chattooga County Shelter

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An urgent call for help is going out from volunteers supporting the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, as a senior dog struggles to adjust after being surrendered.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Rising Costs Forcing Families To Rethink Summer Vacation Plans

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As summer approaches, many families across Georgia are reworking their vacation plans as rising costs continue to strain household budgets.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Fertilizer Price Spike Creating Challenges For Georgia Farmers This Spring

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As spring planting season gets underway, farmers across Georgia—including those in Northwest Georgia—are facing rising costs that are putting pressure on already tight budgets.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heavy Pollen Continues To Blanket Chattooga County

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Spring allergy season is in full force across Northwest Georgia, with high pollen levels continuing to impact residents in Chattooga County.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gardening Icon Walter Reeves Dies At 74

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A well-known voice and trusted expert in Georgia gardening has passed away. Walter Reeves, often referred to as “The Georgia Gardener,” has died at the age of 74.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville City Council To Consider Recreation Projects, Pavilion Bid, And Dog Park Discussion

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The Summerville City Council is set to meet Monday, April 13 at 5:00 PM, with several key items on the agenda impacting the community.

April 12, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Georgia Officials Warn Of DDS Text Scam Targeting Drivers

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Georgia officials are warning residents to be on alert after a wave of scam text messages claiming to come from the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS).

April 11, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Saturday – April 11, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 11, 2026:

April 11, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

High Fire Danger, Hot Temperatures Expected Across North Georgia

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Dry and increasingly hot conditions are expected to continue across North Georgia through the weekend and into next week, raising concerns about wildfire risk and worsening drought conditions.

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Arrested After Alleged Lewd Acts Observed In Dalton

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A Summerville man has been arrested following an incident in Dalton where police say he was observed performing lewd acts inside his vehicle.