Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is reminding Chattooga County residents that voters approved two additional tax exemptions last year that aim to provide relief from rising property values and associated taxes.
A group of state lawmakers in Georgia introduced Senate Bill 34 to protect residential customers of Georgia Power from having to pay for data center operations. This bill aims to change state law governed by the Public Service Commission to prevent commercial data center costs from being passed on to consumers in rates or charges.
A familiar face at the Chattooga County Probate Court is marking a significant milestone this week, as Becky Duke celebrates 49 years of unwavering service to the citizens of Chattooga County.
The Chattooga County Junior Livestock Evaluation Team achieved first place at the Area 1 FFA contest this week, earning them a spot in the state contest in March. The junior members who played a vital role in this success are RosaLee Hammond, Lottie Houch, Mae Yarbrough, and Jackson Montgomery. Their hard work and dedication were key to their win, and the community looks forward to their performance at the state competition. Although the senior team did not advance, they secured sixth place in their division and received gold rankings. Senior members included Lane Bridges, Kasen Elsberry, LeeAnna Moseley, and Morgan Ward. Gratitude is extended to Liv and Lakelin Pilcher and Mr. Greason at Berry College for their support during practice. The Chattooga County FFA program also expressed special thanks to Eddie Elsberry for his assistance in preparation.
A legal showdown is set for Monday at the Chattooga County courthouse involving a local chicken farmer, neighboring landowners, and the county government. The case concerns Rocking S. Farms LLC, which has sought an injunction against the county’s attempt to stop the construction of four chicken houses in Gore.
At the request of the Georgia State Patrol, GBI agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Gordon County. One man was injured in the incident. No officers were injured.
Well above normal temperatures are expected through the weekend, with an unsettled pattern bringing scattered showers through Friday for Northwest Georgia. Light rain is anticipated over our area Saturday night and Sunday morning. Heavier and more widespread rain is forecast for next Tuesday and Wednesday. Today, we will see cloudy skies with a 50% chance of rain and highs in the low to mid 70s.
In the short term, warm weather will continue with scattered showers. There are no significant weather concerns. A zonal flow pattern will cause clouds and showers, but no strong storms are expected. Afternoon convection is likely here in Northwest Georgia. There may be patchy dense fog in some areas this morning, which will clear by 10 AM.
In the long term, a quasi-zonal upper pattern will persist, bringing weak frontal systems and moisture into the area. Isolated to scattered showers are possible mainly Saturday night and Sunday morning, with light rainfall expected. A more significant frontal system will move in early next week, leading to increased rainfall amounts, especially north of Atlanta. Temperatures will remain warm through the weekend, with a slight cool down next week.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, February 6, 2025:
A recent report from the Summerville Police Department involved a report of theft of services that occurred on January 29th. An officer was dispatched to 42 Cherokee Street after city employees reported tampering with a water meter. Upon arrival, the officer met with city officials who revealed that an unknown individual had manipulated the cut-off lock on the water meter, reinstating water service that had been terminated. According to the city employees, the water supply had been shut off on January 11, 2025, but was unexpectedly turned back on just a few days later, on January 20, 2025. The investigation revealed that the total value of the water consumed during this unauthorized period amounted to $214.89. However, upon further examination of the property in question, it appeared that the residence had been abandoned. No suspects were named in the report.
A 21-year-old man from Spring Creek Road in Trion has been sentenced this week in Chattooga County Superior Court following serious charges of child molestation and enticing a child for indecent purposes.