In November 2023, the U. S. Department of Agriculture informed state officials that Georgia was “severely out of compliance” with SNAP application processing times. A report highlighted problems like a mismanaged application prioritization, insufficient staff for 52,000 backlogged applications, and lack of a system to reassign applications. Little has improved over the past year.
A Georgia Lottery player purchased a lucky $10,000 winning Mega Millions ticket in Rome for the drawing held on Dec. 3, 2024. The next Mega Millions drawing is set for tonight, with an estimated jackpot of $579 million — the 10th largest in the game’s history.
AdventHealth Redmond announced that it has received accreditation under the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), a joint quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS).
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, December 5, 2024:
In Georgia, over half of the land in 50 counties is at risk of landslides, with 10 counties having over 90% risk. Landslides, caused by various factors like heavy rain and earthquakes, often occur in mountainous regions. The Geological Survey notes that weak earth on steep slopes is especially vulnerable.
Summerville Police are investigating the theft of a gun on Allen Street. According to a report released by the police department, on Monday of this week, the victim called police and informed them that a Hi-Point Camo 9MM pistol had been stolen from their vehicle. The victim identified a possible suspect to police and the incident has been turned over to an investigator with the Summerville Police Department.
As holiday celebrations continue into December, the American Red Cross encourages donors to keep the blood supply top of mind by giving blood or platelets this month. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to help ensure patients can continue to receive the care they need in the coming weeks.
A Thanksgiving gathering ended in arrest for a Chattooga County man last Wednesday. Jacob Riley Smith, 33, was arrested for multiple offenses, including obstruction of law enforcement and disorderly conduct. The situation began around 7:50 PM when Chattooga County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to 606 Sloppy Floyd Lake Road after reports of a domestic dispute. The complainant stated that Smith, who had been invited to the celebration, arrived drunk around 3 PM and behaved aggressively towards other guests throughout the afternoon. Although Smith was not at the house when officers arrived, they searched for him and eventually found him hiding in brush near the residence. Smith refused to follow commands from law enforcement and resisted when deputies tried to help him out of the bushes. Deputies then restrained Smith, who continued to struggle while being transported to jail. Upon arrival at the Chattooga County Jail, he was placed in a restraint chair due to his ongoing combative behavior.
Children of all ages are invited to enjoy holiday cheer at The City of Summerville’s annual Christmas In The Park event in Dowdy Park. Christmas In The Park will take place on Thursday, December 5 from 6:00 p. m. to 8:00 p. m. Santa will arrive at the park at 6:00 p. m. to meet children and offer free photos. There will be a Best Dressed Elf Contest, an Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest, live musical entertainment, and many fun activities planned for the evening. This year’s event will also feature vendors selling various crafts, food, baked goods, and other merchandise.
Summerville Police arrested a 26-year-old man on Tuesday night after he was accused of disturbing the peace. Police were called to a Hunt Street address in Summerville, where Raymond Jordan Laney was reportedly being “loud and boisterous and belligerent”. Police say that Laney was yelling curse words and disturbing neighbors in the area. He was arrested around 10 PM and was taken to the Chattooga County Jail on disorderly conduct charges.
