With Republican Governor Brian Kemp term-limited, the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial election is already attracting a competitive field of candidates from both major parties, setting the stage for what promises to be a closely watched race.
Chattooga County Schools are actively recruiting dedicated individuals to fill various substitute roles, including substitute teachers, school food service workers, and custodians, to ensure the continued smooth operation and support of its educational environment.
The Town of Lyerly has officially announced the dates for its 2025 General Election, inviting residents to cast their votes for Mayor and two Town Council seats. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with candidate qualifying set to open in August 2025.
Georgians are facing high electricity bills due to several factors like hot summers, high fuel costs, and costly infrastructure projects. Despite the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) freezing Georgia Power’s base rates until at least 2028, this decision has led to significant debate among consumer advocates and clean energy supporters.
A multi-agency traffic safety checkpoint conducted in Chattooga County resulted in the arrest of a local man on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol. John William Silvers, 40, was taken into custody after sheriff’s deputies and assisting officers observed signs of impairment and located an open alcoholic beverage in his vehicle.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriffs Office for Sunday, August 10, 2025:
Residents of Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, should prepare for a stretch of warm, humid weather coupled with daily chances of showers and thunderstorms as the new week approaches. From Sunday, August 10th, through Wednesday, August 13th, the region can expect typical mid-August conditions, according to the latest weather summary.
Sardis Baptist Church in the Chattoogaville Community, recognized as the oldest church in Chattooga County, is holding its annual homecoming celebration today, Sunday, August 10th. The long-standing institution, whose history predates the establishment of Chattooga County itself, the Georgia Baptist Convention, and even the Southern Baptist Convention, invites the public to join in its special services and celebration.
A meteorite that dramatically punched a hole through a Georgia homeowner’s roof last month has been officially identified by scientists as being older than the Earth itself, offering a rare glimpse into the primordial solar system.
Chattooga County Schools is embarking on a transformative new year with the launch of two significant initiatives aimed at enhancing student literacy and overall academic success: a comprehensive vision care program and a mobile literacy bookmobile.