Chattooga County is considering a plan to increase local sales taxes to reduce property tax burdens. However, proposals like this have faced staunch criticism from tax policy experts and advocates who highlight potential negative impacts on residents and local government stability. The main issue revolves around moving from a property tax system to one that relies more on sales tax.
Summerville Main Street, in collaboration with the City of Summerville, will host two upcoming listening sessions this August, inviting downtown business and property owners to provide crucial input on the redesign and restriping of parking spaces following recent repaving efforts.
The Trion Recreation Department is urgently seeking community volunteers to fill multiple coaching vacancies ahead of its upcoming youth soccer season.
Christopher Mark Tidmore, a 36-year-old man from Summerville, was convicted of committing multiple acts of sexual abuse against his 15-year-old adopted daughter and his daughter’s 15-year-old friend.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, August 12, 2025:
With critical blood supplies running low across the nation, the American Red Cross is issuing an urgent appeal to Chattooga County residents to roll up their sleeves and donate blood today, Tuesday, August 12, 2025. A vital blood drive is scheduled from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chattooga County Chamber & Civic Center.
Residents of Northwest Georgia should prepare for a prolonged period of wet weather and high humidity as a very warm and moist air mass, influenced by a tropical disturbance near the Florida Panhandle, settles over the region. A southeasterly flow is funneling copious amounts of tropical moisture into the area, setting the stage for daily chances of showers and thunderstorms throughout the forecast period.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has identified the second individual found deceased last month in a Summerville residence, bringing clarity to a grim discovery that launched a double death investigation. The second victim has been identified as 46-year-old Amy Michelle Waits of Summerville.
A Trion woman arrested for shoplifting at the local Walmart now faces additional charges, including an outstanding warrant and allegations of attempting to slip out of hand restraints during her transport to jail.
The highly anticipated Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is set to return this year, running from August 21st to August 24th, promising four days of family-friendly entertainment, educational exhibits, and thrilling attractions, many of which are completely free with general admission.
