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August 28, 2026

Hiking 101 Program Coming To James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park

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James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park will celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day with a special Hiking 101 program on Saturday, September 12.

The program begins at 2:30 PM, with participants meeting in front of the park office.

Park rangers will lead a guided hike along the Lower Lake Trail, teaching participants some of the basics of hiking. The program will cover how to safely hike trails, what hikers should pack and how to prepare for an emergency while enjoying the outdoors.

Organizers say the program is open to all ages and is designed for people who are new to hiking as well as those who simply want to spend some time outdoors and learn more about safely navigating trails.

The Hiking 101 program itself is free, although a $10 park pass is required.

Anyone interested in participating is asked to register by calling the James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park office at 706-857-0826.

James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park is located near Summerville in Chattooga County.

August 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Could Add 145 Species To State Protected List

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Georgia is considering the first major update to its list of protected plants and animals in two decades, a move that could add 145 species whose populations are declining or facing significant threats.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Opening Day Weather Outlook For The Chattooga County Fair

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The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair opens today, and the weather may require fairgoers to keep an eye on the sky.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – August 27, 2026

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

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Agricultural Fair Opens Today

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The wait is over for one of Chattooga County’s biggest annual events, as the 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair opens this afternoon in Summerville.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Commissioner Allen Seeks Changes Before Approving GMASS Agreement.

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Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen is raising questions about the terms of a proposed new three-year contract with Georgia Mass Appraisal Solutions and Services, or GMASS, the private company that provides property appraisal services for the county.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Indicted On Child Molestation And Assault Charges

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A Summerville man is facing multiple felony charges involving allegations that he molested one child and physically assaulted two other children.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond Honors Alli Beth Surrett With DAISY Award

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AdventHealth Redmond has named Alli Beth Surrett as its second-quarter 2026 DAISY Award recipient, recognizing her for extraordinary nursing care, compassion and patient advocacy.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Murder Trial Underway In Chattooga County Superior Court

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A murder trial is taking place this week in Chattooga County Superior Court involving the June 2025 shooting death of 27-year-old Christopher “DJ” Chapman.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Reminds Hunters About Hunter Education Requirements

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With Georgia hunting seasons approaching, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters to make sure they have completed required hunter education before heading to the woods or purchasing a season hunting license.