Georgia Attorney General Joins Crackdown on Gift Card Scams

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is warning consumers across the state to stay on alert for gift card scams, as fraud reports typically spike during the holiday season and into January when many people begin redeeming cards they received as gifts. Carr is joining attorneys general from other states in a public awareness push aimed at stopping criminals who steal gift card numbers, drain balances, and target victims through phone calls, texts, emails, and social media messages demanding payment in gift cards.

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Woman Arrested on Obstruction Charge After Interfering With Arrest

A Chattooga County woman was arrested on Christmas Eve after deputies say she interfered with an arrest involving a suspect with multiple warrants.

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More Charges Filed in Floyd County Tavern Robbery; Two Suspects Still Sought

Additional charges have been filed against a man accused of robbing the former State Line Tavern in Floyd County, near the Alabama state line, last Friday.

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Two Killed in New Year’s Day Head-On Crash in Cherokee County, Alabama

Two people were killed in a head-on collision on New Year’s Day in Cherokee County, Alabama.

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Arrest Report – Saturday – January 3, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, January 3, 2025:

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Rainy Saturday for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

Northwest Georgia will stay wet today as widespread rain continues through the morning and into the evening.

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Judge Melissa Hise Shares Update on Court Operations and New Initiatives for 2026

Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Judge Melissa Hise released a video update on January 1 highlighting several changes she says will improve efficiency in the courts and help the circuit stay better organized in 2026.

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Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden Reflects on Strong 2025, Looks Ahead to New Opportunities in 2026

Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden in Chattooga County is closing the book on a successful 2025, highlighting a year of growth, creativity, and global interest at the iconic folk art site.

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Summerville Man Arrested on Drug and Traffic Charges After Early-Morning Stop

A Summerville man was arrested in the early morning hours of December 26, 2025, following a traffic stop that led to drug-related charges, according to an arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

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Georgia Department of Education Unveils 2026 Legislative Priorities Ahead of General Assembly Session

As the new year begins, the Georgia Department of Education is turning its attention to the 2026 General Assembly, releasing a new list of legislative priorities aimed at shaping education policy under the Gold Dome.

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