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April 13, 2026

Dalton Police Seeking Additional Victims In Lewd Acts Case Involving Summerville Man

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The Dalton Police Department says investigators are looking for additional victims after a 21-year-old Chattooga County man was arrested for allegedly performing lewd acts inside his vehicle while watching a jogger.

April 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Ducky Derby Returns To Summerville With Races, Vendors, And Family Fun

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A popular community tradition is making its return to downtown Summerville as the Ducky Derby is set for Saturday, May 9.

April 13, 2026

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Georgia Families Feeling The Pinch As Health Insurance Costs Continue To Climb

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Health insurance costs continue to put pressure on family budgets in Georgia, and even when premiums are not the highest in the country, many households here still feel the strain more sharply than families in other states. Nationally, the average annual premium for employer-sponsored family coverage reached $26,993 in 2025, with workers paying an average of $6,850 of that total out of pocket. At the same time, workers’ wages rose 4% while family premiums rose 6%, meaning insurance costs are still growing faster than paychecks.

April 13, 2026

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Dry, Warm Forecast Expected To Worsen Drought Conditions In Northwest Georgia

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This week’s forecast for Northwest Georgia is raising concerns as continued dry and unusually warm conditions are expected to prolong—and potentially worsen—ongoing drought conditions across the region.

April 12, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Sunday – April 12, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, April 12, 2026:

April 12, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Red Flag Warning Issued As Fire Danger Rises Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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High fire danger conditions are expected to return across Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia today as very warm, dry weather continues to grip the region.

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for far north Georgia, including areas near Chattooga County, from noon through 8:00 p.m. Sunday. Officials say a combination of low humidity, dry vegetation, and breezy winds will create conditions where fires can start easily and spread quickly.

April 12, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga County TANF Job Opening Offers Temporary State Work Opportunity

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A job opening in Chattooga County is now being advertised through the Georgia Department of Human Services, but officials say applicants should understand this is not a standard public job posting.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Urgent Plea Issued For Senior Dog At Chattooga County Shelter

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An urgent call for help is going out from volunteers supporting the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, as a senior dog struggles to adjust after being surrendered.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Rising Costs Forcing Families To Rethink Summer Vacation Plans

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As summer approaches, many families across Georgia are reworking their vacation plans as rising costs continue to strain household budgets.

April 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Fertilizer Price Spike Creating Challenges For Georgia Farmers This Spring

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As spring planting season gets underway, farmers across Georgia—including those in Northwest Georgia—are facing rising costs that are putting pressure on already tight budgets.