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March 8, 2026

Chattooga Library Invites Readers to Join Adult Book Club in Summerville

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The Chattooga Library is inviting local readers to take part in its Adult Book Club, which meets every other week at the library in Summerville.

The group features a variety of reading selections chosen by participants, ranging from historical fiction to psychological thrillers and many genres in between. Organizers say the club is open to adults who enjoy reading and discussing books in a welcoming group setting.

The event will be held at the Chattooga Library, 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville, and each session lasts about one hour. For more information, call the Chattooga Library at 706-857-2553.

The next meeting time will be Monday, March 9, 2026 from 4-5 PM.

March 8, 2026

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Georgia Lawmakers Race Against the Clock on Crossover Day

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Georgia lawmakers worked down to the final hours on Crossover Day, one of the most important deadlines of the legislative session, as they rushed to move bills through the House and Senate before time ran out.

March 8, 2026

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Walker County Launches “Adopt a Dispatcher” Program for Telecommunicators Week

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Walker County is inviting community members to show appreciation for local emergency dispatchers through a new “Adopt a Dispatcher” program ahead of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, which will be observed April 12–18.

Dispatchers are often the first voice heard during emergencies, providing life-saving guidance to callers while coordinating responses from law enforcement, fire, and medical personnel.

Through the program, residents, businesses, and organizations can fill out a short form on the county’s website to be matched with a member of the Walker County E-911 team. Participants will receive basic information about the dispatcher they adopt to help inspire messages of appreciation such as handwritten notes, drawings, or small gifts.

Curtis Creekmur, Director of E-911, said dispatchers play a vital role in public safety, working behind the scenes around the clock to connect those in need with emergency services.

Community members interested in participating can sign up at walkercountyga.gov/adoptadispatcher or email r.pope@walkerga.us. The deadline to participate and deliver appreciation items is April 6, 2026.

March 8, 2026

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Busy Week of Athletics and Events Ahead at Chattooga High School

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Chattooga High School has a full schedule of athletic events and activities planned for the week of March 8–14, according to Assistant Principal and Athletic Director J. Mark Turner.

The week begins Monday with JV Baseball hosting Ridgeland at 5:00 p.m. On Tuesday, the Track and Field team will compete at home at 4:00 p.m., while tennis plays Coosa at the Rome Tennis Center at 4:00 p.m. Later that evening, JV and Varsity baseball travel to Dade County at 5:00 p.m., and soccer teams travel to Coosa for a 5:30 p.m. match.

Thursday features several home events including soccer against Dade County at 5:00 p.m. at Ben Windom Stadium and JV and Varsity baseball hosting Dade County at 5:00 p.m. The CTAE Advisory Meeting and Dinner will also be held Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the CHS Cafeteria.

On Friday, tennis hosts Model at the Rome Tennis Center at 4:00 p.m., soccer travels to Christian Heritage at 5:00 p.m., and JV baseball plays at Dade County at 5:30 p.m.

The week concludes Saturday with Varsity baseball traveling to North Sand Mountain for a noon game.

March 8, 2026

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AdventHealth Celebrates Grand Opening of New Primary Care and Urgent Care Clinic in Summerville

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AdventHealth Medical Group has officially celebrated the grand opening of its new Primary Care & Urgent Care clinic in Summerville, expanding access to health care services for families across Chattooga County.

March 8, 2026

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UGA Reports Strong Applicant Pool for Incoming Class of 2030

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The University of Georgia is reporting another strong and highly competitive admissions cycle for the Class of 2030, reflecting continued growth in student interest from across Georgia and beyond.

March 8, 2026

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Summerville City Council to Review Budget, Backhoe Bid, and Internship Positions Monday

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The Summerville City Council will meet Monday, March 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. with several action items on the agenda, including the mid-year budget ordinance, a bid award for a Caterpillar backhoe, and approval of five part-time summer internship positions.

Council members will also consider appointing Maisha Ludy to fill an unexpired term on the Sara Hightower Regional Library board, along with requests involving a mobile home at 92 Hill Avenue, sign permits, and a proposal for BRAG riders to camp at the Summerville Recreation Center and serve alcohol on May 31.

Another discussion item will focus on whether city customers should be allowed to opt out of garbage service.

The meeting will be held in the council room at Summerville City Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

March 7, 2026

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Clocks “Spring Forward” Tonight as Daylight Saving Time Begins

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will need to set their clocks forward one hour tonight as Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8, 2026.

The time change officially occurs at 2:00 a.m., when clocks move forward to 3:00 a.m. This means people will lose one hour of sleep, but evenings will have more daylight in the coming months.

Daylight Saving Time is used across most of the United States to make better use of daylight during the warmer months. With the change, sunsets will occur later in the evening, giving residents more daylight after work and school.

Fire officials also remind residents that the time change is a good opportunity to check smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, replacing batteries if needed to ensure they are working properly.

Daylight Saving Time will remain in effect until Sunday, November 1, 2026, when clocks will “fall back” one hour.

March 7, 2026

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Arrest Report – Saturday – March 7, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, March 7, 2026:

March 7, 2026

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Unseasonable Heat and Storm Threat Impact Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia This Weekend

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are experiencing temperatures that feel more like early summer than early March, with forecasters warning that temperatures could remain 15 to 20 degrees above normal through the coming days.