The Eleventh annual Sequoyah Quilt Show is scheduled for Saturday, October 19 during the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 20 during the hours of 11:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. inside the Historic Summerville Depot, located at 119 East Washington Street in downtown Summerville. Quilts of all ages, colors, patterns, and designs will be on display, along with live demonstrations. The show will feature a wide variety of modern, antique, and rare quilts. Those looking to purchase quilts, quilt related items, or quilting products may also find something at this event.

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DeKalb County, Alabama Sheriff Nick Welden has confirmed that Logan Ryan Jackson, 36, of Mentone, was involved in the production of child pornography. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) alerted DeKalb County Investigators about the potential upload of child sexual abuse material to an online search service. A search warrant was executed on October 9, 2024, and it was discovered that Jackson possessed numerous videos and images depicting children engaged in sexual acts. Several electronic devices were confiscated, and the investigation is ongoing with additional charges pending. Jackson was charged with Possession of Child Porn (x10). Sheriff Welden expressed gratitude for the collaboration between NCMEC and the Alabama Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, stating that there is no indication that Jackson was involved in the production of any videos or images and that every instance of child pornography is a victimization of the child involved.

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In a significant public health alert, millions of pounds of ready-to-eat chicken and turkey products have been recalled due to potential listeria contamination. The affected items, produced by pre-cooked meat supplier Bruce Pac, include nearly 10,000 pounds of pre-cooked meats that were distributed to major retailers across the nation.

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, October 15, 2024:

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Temperatures are in the upper 30s and low 40s in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama this morning and the cooler temperatures are expected to be around for the next couple of days, leading to a frost advisory for Wednesday and Thursday mornings by the National Weather Service.

Today will be sunny with highs around 65 degrees and a light wind shifting to the northwest at 5 mph, potentially gusting up to 15 mph later. Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures around 38 degrees and a north wind of 5 to 10 mph, gusting up to 20 mph. Wednesday will be sunny with a high near 60 degrees, similar wind conditions, and clear skies at night with a low of around 35 degrees. Areas of frost may be present Thursday morning before 9 AM, but sunshine will warm things up, reaching a high of 64 degrees. Friday will start with patchy frost before 8 AM, followed by sunny skies and a high near 69 degrees. The weekend looks promising with sunny weather and highs near 72 degrees on Saturday.

With the possibility of frost, residents are reminded to act to protect sensitive vegetation.

A check for $1 million was presented during the Summerville City Council meeting last night. The funding, awarded by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, is earmarked for essential sewer improvements on Highland Avenue. The City of Summerville plans to utilize the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to enhance the sewer system, a critical upgrade aimed at benefiting the local community. According to city officials, the project is expected to directly assist 25 residents, with 23 of those individuals—approximately 92%—falling into the low-to-moderate income bracket. The total cost of the sewer improvement project is projected to be $1,108,584. This includes an additional $108,584 in match and leverage funds from the City of Summerville. Community Development Block Grants support Georgia communities in development and revitalization to provide housing and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents. Eligible activities include housing improvement, public facilities, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization. Eligible applicants are cities with under 50,000 people and counties with under 200,000 people.

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader announced that generous donations collected for Hurricane Helene victims in North Carolina were successfully delivered last week. Beginning the donation drive just days ago, the Sheriff’s department wrapped up collections last Tuesday, amassing an impressive four enclosed pull-behind trailers and a 53-foot semi-trailer brimming with essential supplies, all destined for Rutherford County, NC.

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Last week, students from Chattooga High School and Lyerly Elementary School participated in an informative class focused on hunter safety. Led by Mr. David Yarbrough, a certified hunter safety instructor and the high school’s agriculture teacher, the course provided students with essential skills for safe and responsible outdoor activities.

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