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October 9, 2026

Driver Arrested Following Traffic Stop On Highway 27 Near Roberts Drive

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A 30-year-old man was arrested after a Chattooga County deputy discovered multiple alleged violations during a traffic stop on Highway 27.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Power Data Breach Affects About 300,000 Customers

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Georgia Power is notifying approximately 300,000 customers after hackers gained access to personal information through the utility company’s online customer portal.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

North Georgia EMC Operation Round Up Awards Nearly $5,000 To Organizations Serving Chattooga County

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Nine nonprofit organizations serving Chattooga County are receiving nearly $5,000 through North Georgia EMC’s Operation Round Up program.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Approves Land Swap For New Fire Rescue Headquarters In Rock Spring

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Walker County is moving forward with plans for a new Fire Rescue headquarters and replacement for Fire Station 1 in Rock Spring.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Home Sales Decline In September As Prices And Inventory Remain Elevated

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Home sales slowed in Chattooga County during September compared with the same month last year, even as the average selling price increased and prospective buyers continued to see a growing selection of available properties.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Charged With False Report After Investigation Into Wrecked Mustang

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A 39-year-old Chattooga County man was arrested after authorities investigated a wreck involving a Ford Mustang and determined that his account of what happened was inconsistent with evidence gathered at the scene.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Educator Selected To Present Artificial Intelligence Research At Two National Conferences

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An educator at Georgia Northwestern Technical College is gaining national recognition for her work helping instructors adapt to the growing use of artificial intelligence in education.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through November 5

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Georgia motorists will continue getting a break at the gas pump after Governor Brian Kemp extended the state’s suspension of motor fuel taxes through November 5.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

National Weather Service Warns Of Prolonged Strong Winds Across Northwest Georgia This Weekend

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The National Weather Service in Peachtree City is warning residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to prepare for an extended period of strong, gusty winds beginning Friday night and continuing through Sunday morning.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Mini Renaissance Festival Canceled Due To Weather; Indoor Celebration Still Planned Saturday

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Summerville Mini Renaissance Festival Canceled Due to Inclement Weather; Indoor Renaissance Celebration Planned