Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Appoints Benjamin A. Land To Georgia Supreme Court

Last week, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced his decision to appoint The Honorable Benjamin A. Land to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court of Georgia created by the retirement of The Honorable Michael P. Boggs earlier this year.

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Summerville Looks To Hire Water Treatment Plant Operator

The City of Summerville, Georgia, is looking for a Class III Water Treatment Plant Operator. This position focuses on providing safe and clean drinking water to the community by managing the water treatment facility’s operations.

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Heat And Isolated Thunderstorms On Tap For Today

Residents across Northwest Georgia are advised to prepare for a potent combination of isolated thunderstorms and dangerously high heat index values expected this afternoon and evening. Forecasters warn of potential gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and frequent lightning accompanying the storms. Heat index values, which account for both temperature and humidity, are projected to soar from the upper 90’s to just shy of an oppressive 105 degrees across much of the region this afternoon and early evening. The actual high temperature for today is expected to reach around 92 degrees, with a heat index peaking at 98 degrees.

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Georgia DPS Urges Caution As Off-Highway Vehicle Crashes Lead To 14 Fatalities So Far This Year

As the summer season hits its peak, the Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) is issuing a critical safety reminder regarding the operation of multipurpose off-highway vehicles (MPOHVs), all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), low-speed vehicles (LSVs), and golf carts, following a concerning rise in severe incidents across the state.

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Dancing With Our Stars Chattooga Style Set for July 26

Chattooga County is gearing up for an evening of dazzling entertainment and community spirit as “Dancing With Our Stars Chattooga Style” is set to take place on Saturday, July 26, at Chattooga High School. This highly anticipated event will see local personalities partner up to showcase their dance moves, all while raising funds for a valuable community cause.

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Advent Health And Anthem Blue Cross Sign Multi-Year Agreement

AdventHealth and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia (Anthem) today announced the successful execution of a new multi-year contractual agreement, guaranteeing uninterrupted in-network access to high-quality, compassionate care for Anthem members across Northwest Georgia.

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Trion Seeks Wastewater Operator Trainee Or State Licensed Operator for Night Shift

The Town of Trion is currently accepting applications for a wastewater operator trainee or a state licensed wastewater operator to join their team on the night shift at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The position offers competitive wages based on experience and state certification level.

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Chattooga County Man Arrested In Floyd County After Domestic Dispute

A Chattooga County man was arrested last week in Floyd County following what authorities describe as a domestic dispute where he allegedly shoved his girlfriend’s head through a wall. Cody Scott Collins, of Summerville, was taken into custody after reports detailed an altercation stemming from an argument over Collins’ attempt to stay with his ex-wife.

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U.S. Department Of Education To Release Funds For 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program

Reports indicate that the U.S. Department of Education will announce the release of federal funds for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program (Title IV-B) on Monday. This program is aimed at supporting afterschool and summer learning programs that many Georgia families rely on.

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Massive Drug Bust Strikes Whitfield County, Seizing Deadly Fentanyl And Apprehending Gang Member

Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Detectives have announced one of the largest drug busts in recent county history, culminating in the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal narcotics, including enough fentanyl to be lethal to over 100,000 people, and the arrest of a known gang member.

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