Residents of Chattooga County will notice significant changes in their upcoming property tax assessment notices this year, a direct result of the newly implemented Georgia House Bill 92. The legislation aims to improve transparency and provide property owners with earlier notification regarding potential tax obligations.
James Burton Crawford, 50, of Woodstock, was arrested by Bartow County deputies and charged with 40 counts of unlawful surveillance, according to authorities. The charges stem from alleged incidents occurring between June 2 and August 26, 2023. The investigation began in October of last year after a detective with the Adairsville Police Department met with a complainant regarding a hidden camera discovered inside a restroom at the Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service satellite office on Legacy Way in Adairsville. A part-time paramedic reportedly noticed a suspicious clock on a restroom shelf and, upon closer examination, found it contained a hidden camera and an SD card. According to reports, the company’s IT department reviewed the footage and allegedly discovered video of Crawford, a Metro paramedic, moving the camera within the restroom and adjusting its positioning. Crawford was booked into the Bartow County Jail but has since been released on a $50,000 bond. The investigation into the case is ongoing.
Georgia drivers are seeing a small drop in gas prices, with the current average cost for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline at $2. 91. This marks a decrease of 1 cent from last week, 4 cents from a month ago, and 49 cents from last year. Filling a 15-gallon tank now costs about $43. 65, saving drivers around $8. 00 compared to last year’s prices. Montrae Waiters from AAA explains that low crude oil prices are keeping pump prices stable.
Commissioner Andy Allen is facing a criminal warrant application filed against him in the Magistrate Court of Chattooga County. The application stems from an alleged incident that occurred on March 3, 2025, and was filed by William Wilson of Annville, KY.
Here is an arrest summary report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for April 25-28, 2025:
Northwest Georgia residents can expect mostly sunny skies today, with a high temperature near 81 degrees. A gentle southeast wind will blow between 5 and 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 15 mph. Tonight will bring partly cloudy conditions and a low of around 60 degrees. The southeast wind will calm to around 5 mph. Tuesday will see mostly cloudy skies return, with a high again near 81 degrees. A south wind will be light, around 5 mph. Tuesday night will be partly cloudy with a low near 60 and calm winds. The National Weather Service is forecasting a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. While a strong storm or two is possible, severe weather is currently considered unlikely during this period. The potential for more widespread thunderstorm activity increases significantly on Friday. Forecasters advise residents to monitor weather updates closely, as a few strong or even severe storms cannot be ruled out at the end of the week.
Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader says that a family is searching for a missing teenager who was last seen in the Teloga area. The girl’s name is Lindsey Bryson and she goes by “Lou”. Her family believes she may be in Summerville, Trion or the Rome area. Anyone with information should contact the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office at 706-857-3411.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, April 28, 2025:
The City of Summerville is soliciting sealed bids for the demolition of a house and subsequent site restoration at 20 University Circle, Summerville, Georgia 30747. The project, identified as RFB-2025-114-House Demolition, aims to clear the site for future development and improve the aesthetic appeal of the area. Sealed bids must be submitted to the City of Summerville, located at 120 Georgia Ave., Summerville, Georgia 30747, no later than 2:00 p.m. on May 9, 2025. All bids must remain valid for 60 business days following the bid opening. The bid opening will take place promptly at 2:00 p.m. on May 9, 2025, in the Council Room at City Hall. The contents of the bids will be made available to all interested parties, including the respondents. Detailed information and specifications regarding the project and bidding requirements are available within the official bid document. All submitted bids are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in that document. Potential bidders are encouraged to review the complete RFB documentation carefully before submitting their proposals. The City of Summerville looks forward to receiving competitive bids for this important project.
Chattooga County students interested in agriculture and animal husbandry are encouraged to sign up for the Chattooga County Young Farmers annual Pig Project. The deadline to apply is May 23, 2025. For a participation fee of $100, students will receive two piglets to raise and care for throughout the summer and fall. This hands-on project provides invaluable experience in animal management, responsibility, and the agricultural process. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their hard work at the Chattooga County Agricultural Fair in August during a special preview show. The pigs will then be judged and auctioned off at a final show and auction held in November. This event provides students with the opportunity to earn proceeds from their efforts and learn about the agricultural marketplace. Space is limited based on the availability of pigs, and preference will be given to students involved in 4-H and FFA programs. Interested students are encouraged to apply quickly. For more information and application details, contact Chattooga Young Farmer Director Lauren Jarrett at ljarrett@chattooga.k12.ga.us.
