As the days grow shorter and the chill of autumn settles in, it’s that time of year again: daylight saving time will officially end on Sunday, November 3, as confirmed by the Old Farmer’s Almanac. The clock change will take place at 2 a.m. local time, rather than the more commonly assumed midnight. To avoid confusion, the Almanac recommends setting your clocks back an hour before heading to bed on Saturday night.
A routine traffic stop on Highway 114 North led to the arrest of Hilario Lopez Duarte, a 38-year-old male from Honduras, for driving without a license. The incident occurred when a Chattooga County Sheriff’s Deputy observed a 2009 GMC Sierra pickup truck with a dim tag light, which was insufficient for visibility. As the deputy approached the vehicle in the Subway parking lot at the intersection of Rome Boulevard and Highway 48, he requested the driver’s license. Duarte responded that he did not possess a valid license and instead provided an identification card issued in Honduras. Given the circumstances, the deputy instructed Duarte to exit the vehicle and arranged for the passenger to call for someone to retrieve the truck. While waiting for a licensed driver to arrive, Duarte was placed under arrest for the driving offense. He was subsequently transported to the local jail, where a citation was issued, and he received a warning regarding the tag light violation. During the booking process, a background check revealed an outstanding warrant from Hamilton County, Tennessee, prompting authorities to place a hold for extradition.
In September, Georgia’s economy showed steady growth, adding 6,800 jobs and experiencing a slight increase in unemployment. Over the past year, the state added 66,900 jobs, despite the Federal Reserve’s efforts to combat inflation with high interest rates.
Walker County, in partnership with Terracon Consultants, will host a community meeting tonight to discuss the county’s brownfield grant program. The meeting will include updates on properties enrolled in the program, such as the Peerless Woolen Mill and Crystal Springs Print Works Mill. Property owners will have the opportunity to learn how to get involved in the program. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p. m. at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring. Brownfield sites are properties with potential environmental contamination that hinder their full use. In 2023, Walker County initiated a program to assess and clean up 30 brownfield sites with funding from a $500,000 grant from the EPA, shared with the cities of Chickamauga, LaFayette, and Rossville.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, October 21, 2024:
Georgia’s much-anticipated deer hunting season officially began this past Saturday in most of the state, except for some areas that were impacted by Hurricane Helene. Once again this year, hunters will have the opportunity to share their bounty with those less fortunate through the Hunters for the Hungry program.
Trion Fire Department Fire Chief William Justin Lowe Sr. and Assistant Fire Chief David A. Lowe have successfully completed the comprehensive online prerequisites for the Fire and Emergency Services Instructor 2 course. This achievement qualifies them to attend the specialized training session at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth this week. The course is designed to teach fire service personnel on how to develop training for their agency. Topics range from lesson plan development, development of learning objectives, test development, and evaluation of training. The final exam and presentation will be administered through Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training. This advanced training will equip them with enhanced skills and knowledge needed to effectively train and mentor future firefighters and emergency responders in the community.
Earlier this month, a routine traffic stop led to the arrest of a man suspected of driving under the influence after a deputy observed erratic driving behavior on Gore Subligna Road.The incident began when a Chattooga County Sheriff’s Deputy was traveling south on Gore Subligna Road, just south of Stinett Road. The deputy noticed a black 2010 Dodge Charger traveling northbound that crossed over the center line, forcing the deputy to maneuver toward the shoulder to avoid a collision. After ensuring it was safe to turn around, the deputy intercepted the vehicle on East Armurchee Road, approximately a quarter-mile from the initial incident. Upon approaching the car, the deputy requested the driver’s license and informed him of the reason for the stop. The driver complied, presenting his license and acknowledging the situation. However, the deputy quickly detected the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the driver, who exhibited bloodshot, glassy eyes and slurred speech. When questioned about his alcohol consumption, the driver claimed to have consumed just two beers. Forty-five-year-old Tomereo Shawn Perry was arrested and charged with DUI and was booked into the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.
At least seven people were killed in a tragic incident when the gangway of a ferry dock on Sapelo Island in Georgia collapsed, leading to multiple individuals falling into the water. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources confirmed the fatalities and stated that several people were transported to hospitals while search efforts continue. The incident occurred as people were heading to the island to celebrate the Gullah-Geechee community. President Biden expressed sadness over the tragedy, offering condolences to the victims’ families and expressing concern for the injured and missing individuals. Approximately 20 people fell into the water, but the exact number of injuries is unknown. The cause of the collapse is currently under investigation by the McIntosh County Sheriff’s Office and state officials.
