Arrest Report – Friday – September 4, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, September 4, 2026:

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Labor Day Gospel Fest Set For Monday In Cloudland

The Cloudland Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor a Labor Day Gospel Fest this Monday, September 7, at Cloudland Community Park.

The event will be held from 10 AM until 2 PM Eastern Time and there is no admission charge.

The Gospel Fest will feature open-mic gospel music, and sound equipment will be provided. Musicians are encouraged to bring their instruments and join in during the event.

The Cloudland Volunteer Fire Department will also be selling barbecue plates for $10, which includes a drink.

The Labor Day Gospel Fest offers residents an opportunity to enjoy gospel music, food and fellowship while supporting the Cloudland Volunteer Fire Department.

Again, the event is Monday from 10 AM until 2 PM at Cloudland Community Park, with no admission fee.

Heat Advisory Continues Today As Temperatures Reach Mid-90s

Another round of dangerous heat is expected across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today, with temperatures climbing into the mid-90s and heat index values topping 100 degrees.

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Man Arrested After Allegedly Damaging Cable Box And Resisting Deputy

A 69-year-old man was arrested after a Chattooga County sheriff’s deputy responded to a report of someone tampering with a cable box on Mississippi Avenue last Friday.

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Georgia Department Of Labor Adjusts Timeline For New Unemployment System

The Georgia Department of Labor is adjusting the rollout timeline for UI Inspire, the largest unemployment insurance system modernization project in Georgia history.

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AAA Urges Drivers To Prepare Vehicles Before Labor Day Road Trips

AAA says nearly 405,000 drivers needed roadside assistance during last year’s Labor Day holiday travel period. The most common problems involved towing, battery issues and flat tires.

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Chattooga County Offices To Close Monday For Labor Day

Chattooga County government offices will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

According to County Clerk Johnna Allen, the Chattooga County Transfer Station and all county dump sites will also be closed Monday.

County offices, the Transfer Station and dump sites will reopen Tuesday, September 8.

Residents who normally use the Transfer Station or county dump sites on Mondays should plan accordingly for the holiday closure.

The Chattooga County Commissioner’s Office wished everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend.

Sunrise And Sunset Paddles Coming To Sloppy Floyd State Park

Visitors to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park will have two opportunities Saturday to get out on the Lower Lake with park rangers for special guided paddles.

The park will hold a Sunrise Paddle Saturday, September 5, from 7 until 8 AM. Participants should meet at the park office by 7 AM and bring water along with clothing that can get wet.

Later Saturday, rangers will head back onto the Lower Lake for a Sunset Paddle. Participants should meet at the park office by 7 PM, with the paddle scheduled for 7:30 PM.

For either event, the cost is $20 per person with kayak rental included, or $10 per person for those bringing their own kayak. A $10 park pass is also required.

Registration is required for both events. To register or get additional information, call the Sloppy Floyd State Park office at 706-857-0826.

Man Charged With Simple Assault Following Fair Street Dispute

A 24-year-old man was arrested following a reported domestic dispute on Fair Street last Friday.

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State Audit Says Georgia Voter Rolls Achieve 99.9% Accuracy

Georgia election officials say a new state audit found the state’s voter registration rolls have achieved a 99.9% accuracy rate when it comes to records that could potentially allow an ineligible or improperly verified individual to vote.

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