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September 10, 2026

Vehicle Damages Mailbox On Bellah Avenue In Summerville

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Summerville Police responded to a report of property damage after a vehicle apparently struck a mailbox on Bellah Avenue over the weekend.

September 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattanooga National Cemetery To Join National 9/11 Day Of Service

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As the nation prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the Department of Veterans Affairs is inviting Northwest Georgia and Chattanooga-area residents to honor those who died through a day of volunteer service.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dade County Sheriff Reviewing Allegations Of Improper Credit Card Use By Commissioner

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The Dade County Sheriff’s Office is reviewing allegations involving the possible improper use of a county credit card by a Dade County commissioner, and Sheriff Ray Cross has asked the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to help determine how the matter should proceed.

According to a statement from the Sheriff’s Office, Cross has received calls from multiple citizens over the past several days asking his office to investigate allegations that were voiced during the Dade County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 3.

Dade County records confirm the commission held its regular monthly workshop and meeting that evening at the Dade County Administrative Building in Trenton.

The Sheriff’s Office says it has since been provided with documents and receipts obtained by concerned citizens through the Georgia Open Records Act.

Investigators are currently reviewing those records while maintaining communication with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation concerning their findings.

Because of the nature of the complaints, Cross said he has asked the GBI to make a determination regarding how to move forward as the investigation unfolds.

At this point, the Sheriff’s Office has not identified the commissioner involved in the allegations, and no criminal charges have been announced.

The sheriff’s statement also does not detail the purchases or transactions being questioned, the amount of money involved or the specific allegations made during the September 3 meeting.

The Dade County Sheriff’s Office says nothing further will be released at this time.

WZQZ News will continue following the story as additional information becomes available.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

JBAR Manufacturing Hiring For Logistics And Customer Service Position

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JBAR Manufacturing in Trion is looking to add a new employee to its team, with the family-owned farm equipment company currently accepting applications for a logistics and customer service position.

The position pays $45,000 per year, with working hours of 9 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

According to the company’s hiring announcement, knowledge of farm equipment is required. The job is primarily a customer service position, with responsibilities that include handling logistics, working with JBAR dealers and assisting with production scheduling.

A drug test is required for the position. JBAR’s announcement also states that insurance and retirement benefits are not offered with the job.

JBAR Manufacturing has been family owned since 1972, marking 53 years in the farm equipment business.

Those interested in the position should apply in person at JBAR Manufacturing, 17877 Highway 27 in Trion.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Veterinary Clinic Announces New Saturday Walk-In Schedule

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The Summerville Veterinary Clinic will begin a new Saturday schedule in October.

Starting in October, the clinic will offer walk-in service only on the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Numbers will be handed out beginning at 8 AM, with patients seen on a first-come, first-served basis from 8 AM until noon. Dr. Hopkins will begin seeing clients at 9 AM.

During the week, Dr. Hopkins sees appointments Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 AM until 5 PM.

Anyone who would like to schedule a weekday appointment can call the Summerville Veterinary Clinic at 706-857-2918.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – September 9, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, September 9, 2026:

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hot And Dry Today, Storm Chances Increase By The Weekend

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Warm and mostly dry weather continues across Chattooga County today, with sunshine and a high near 91. Winds will be light, becoming southeast around 5 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 68.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Vehicle Reported Stolen From Summerville Residence

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Summerville Police are investigating the theft of a vehicle that was reported missing from a residence early Sunday morning.

According to a Summerville Police Department incident report, Officer J. Pledger was dispatched at approximately 9:34 AM on Sunday, September 6, after Connie Bramlett reported that her vehicle had been stolen.

Bramlett told police she discovered the vehicle missing when she attempted to leave her residence that morning. She said a neighbor had last seen the vehicle at approximately 4 AM.

Police described the stolen vehicle as a black Ford EcoSport Titanium with dings in various areas. Bramlett told officers she was unsure whether the vehicle was locked when it was taken.

According to the report, officers spoke with neighbors and determined the vehicle was still outside the residence at approximately 4 AM. A neighbor reported hearing a vehicle with no muffler at around 5:30 AM, leading police to believe the Ford was taken sometime between 4 and 5:30 AM.

Police checked the vehicle identification number and obtained the vehicle’s tag information. A BOLO — Be On the Lookout — was issued to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office, Trion City Police Department and surrounding counties.

The officer later attempted to locate the vehicle but was unsuccessful. The vehicle information was entered into GCIC.

The investigation remains ongoing.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Northwest Georgia Regional Fair Opens Friday In Calhoun

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Another longtime Northwest Georgia fall tradition gets underway this week as the Northwest Georgia Regional Fair opens Friday in Gordon County.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GSP Investigation Reveals New Details In Fatal Highway 114 Crash

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The Georgia State Patrol’s Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team is continuing to investigate the August 25 crash on Highway 114 in Lyerly that claimed the life of a local man.