Catoosa Jury Convicts 53-Year-Old in Domestic Violence Shooting Case; Judge Sentences Him to 22 Years

A Catoosa County jury has convicted Shane Murray Bowling, 53, of Aggravated Assault, Family Violence Battery, and Discharge of a Firearm Near a Public Street following a violent attack on his girlfriend earlier this year. After a pre-sentence investigation, a judge sentenced Bowling on October 22, 2025, to 22 years, with the first 15 years to be served in custody. Court officials said that once Bowling is released, he must complete a Family Violence Intervention Program and undergo a substance-abuse evaluation.

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Arrest Report – Thursday – December 4, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, December 4, 2025:

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Political Shuffle Ahead: Greene to Leave Congress as Multiple Candidates Announce State and Federal Bids

Northwest Georgia’s political landscape is shifting as Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene prepares to step down from her seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Greene announced she will resign effective January 5, 2026, a move that will trigger a special election to fill the remainder of her term.

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State Senator Colton Moore Shows “Strong Interest” in Running for GA-14 Congressional Seat

State Senator Colton Moore, who represents Chattooga, Walker, Dade, Catoosa, and a portion of Floyd County in the Georgia General Assembly, says he is showing “strong interest” in running for the now-open U.S. House seat in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.

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Costco Thanksgiving Email Scam Circulating

A new email scam promising a free Thanksgiving meal from Costco is circulating nationwide, and officials warn that Chattooga County residents should be on alert. The message, which appears to come from Costco, offers an “exclusive gourmet Thanksgiving turkey dinner” in exchange for completing a short survey.

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