AAA says gas prices in Georgia increased slightly, averaging $2. 94 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. This is 1 cent more than last week, and only 8 cents less than last year. Filling a 15-gallon tank costs about $44. 10. Consumers are paying nearly $2. 00 less than they did a year ago. Crude oil prices remain steady, but there are concerns that tariffs might cause future price increases.

Nationally, gas prices rose by 4 cents to $3. 13 amid tariff worries. Gasoline demand increased, while production dipped. Crude oil prices fell to $71. 03 a barrel, with inventories rising but still below the five-year average.

The most expensive Georgia metro markets – are Savannah ($3.04), Atlanta ($2.97), and Valdosta ($2.96).

The least expensive Georgia metro markets – are Warner Robins ($2.88), Albany ($2.86), and Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.81).

Area gas price averages – Chattooga ($2.87), Walker ($2.84), Floyd ($2.91), Gordon ($2.84), DeKalb, AL ($2.74), Cherokee, AL ($2.73).

Last weekend, the Cloverleaf Project Achievement event showcased the talent and hard work of local 4-H participants. Held at Georgia Highlands College, this event is one of the most significant programs offered by Georgia 4-H, designed to engage students in grades 4-6 in hands-on learning and public speaking.

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As of December 2024, ICE has entered into Jail Enforcement Model (JEM) agreements with 60 law enforcement agencies across 16 states, enhancing collaboration between federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in immigration enforcement. In Georgia, for example, ICE has partnered with six law enforcement agencies, including the Georgia Department of Corrections. Notably, three of the five other agencies are located in Northwest Georgia and include: Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, Polk County Sheriff’s Office, and Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office.

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An incident on 6th Street in Summerville last week resulted in the arrest of 59-year-old Horace Wooten Jr., who faced multiple charges following a confrontation with law enforcement. Witnesses reported that Wooten was seen walking eastbound on 6th Street when an officer, who was aware of outstanding felony warrants related to a past domestic violence incident, attempted to engage him.

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State Rep. Eddie Lumsden (R-Armuchee), who represents all of Chattooga County and a portion of Floyd County in the Georgia House, has introduced a bill that would provide training for first responders dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. 

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A pedestrian was struck by an oncoming vehicle on Highway 27 in Trion on Monday evening.  Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader told WZQZ on Monday night that it appears that the pedestrian stepped out in front of vehicle, just north of B&B Auto Sales.  The pedestrian was seriously injured and was airlifted by Lifeforce to a Chattanooga hospital.  The identity of the victim was not immediately available.  WZQZ will have more information as it becomes available.

In a hearing at the Chattooga County Superior Court this morning, Rocking S. Farms LLC faced off against the county government in a dispute over the construction of four chicken houses in Gore. The case centers around a permit obtained last year by farmer Dustin Smith, who has begun preparations for the poultry houses on land he claims to have been rightfully authorized to develop.

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Residents of Northwest Georgia are in for a cloudy Monday with highs only in the low to mid-50’s and rain showers overnight into Tuesday.

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, February 10, 2025:

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