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May 28, 2026

Chattooga County Assessor’s Office Informs Residents About Property Appraisal Visits

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The Chattooga County Assessor’s Office is notifying residents that representatives from Georgia Mass Appraisal Solutions & Services, Incorporated — known as GMASS — are currently visiting properties throughout the county.

According to the notice released by the Assessor’s Office, the company has been contracted by the Board of Assessors to perform various appraisal services as part of county property assessments.

Officials say the inspections are being conducted in accordance with Georgia law and that appraisers will carry identification badges showing they are working for the Chattooga County Assessor’s Office. Their vehicles will also display the GMASS logo.

The Assessor’s Office says employee photos and vehicle information have been provided to Chattooga County 911 and local law enforcement agencies.

Residents with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact the Chattooga County Assessor’s Office at 706-857-0737.

May 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Arrested After Disorderly Conduct Incident

A Summerville man was arrested by the Summerville Police Department following a disorderly conduct incident at a residence on Sixth Avenue.

May 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Suspicious Activity Reported At Summerville Advance Auto Parts

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Summerville Police are investigating suspicious activity reported behind Advance Auto Parts on Commerce Street.

According to the report, officers responded after the store manager discovered someone had apparently tried to break into the business by damaging a power meter box near the back of the building.

Police also reported finding a pile of trash behind the dumpster containing items that did not appear to belong to the business, including toilet paper, canned foods, and other materials.

Extra patrols were requested around the property, and the investigation remains ongoing.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – April 25, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 25, 2026:

April 10, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Community Connect Day Planned For May 30 At Summerville Train Depot

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A community-wide event designed to connect residents with local organizations, businesses, and services is set for Saturday, May 30, in downtown Summerville.

April 2, 2026

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Health Inspection Scores – Last Half of March, 2026

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The latest health inspection scores released by the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department show perfect scores for two Summerville restaurants.

Burger King, located at 11245 Highway 27 in Summerville, received a score of 100 on a routine inspection conducted March 30, 2026. The inspection was completed by Rashelle Eubanks.

Taco Bell, located at 11317 Highway 27 in Summerville, also earned a perfect score of 100. That routine inspection took place on March 17, 2026, and was also conducted by Rashelle Eubanks.

The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department reminds residents that complaints involving any food service establishment or tourist accommodation operating in Chattooga County may be reported by calling 706-857-3377.

March 27, 2026

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Arrest Report – Friday – March 27, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, March 27, 2026:

March 21, 2026

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Warm Weather Brings More Visitors to Sloppy Floyd State Park

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Warmer temperatures are bringing more visitors to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park in Summerville, with park officials reporting an increase in both day-use guests and campers in recent weeks.

March 20, 2026

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Unseasonably Warm, Dry Weather Continues Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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A stretch of unseasonably warm and dry weather is expected to continue across Chattooga County and the rest of northwest Georgia through the weekend and into early next week.

March 16, 2026

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Former Commissioner Responds to Audit Concerns as County Works to Reconcile Finances

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Former Chattooga County Commissioner Blake Elsberry is responding to recent online discussions about findings from the ongoing 2024 audit of Chattooga County finances, offering context about accounting discrepancies identified during that time.