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October 1, 2026

12-Year-Old Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle On Highway 114

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A 12-year-old was taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Highway 114 in Summerville Wednesday evening.

According to a Summerville Police Department crash report, the accident happened September 30 in the area of Highway 114 and East Street/Ralph Stanley Drive.

Police said a 2011 Nissan Altima, driven by Teya Sharae Hedgcoth of Summerville, was traveling south on Highway 114 when the collision occurred. The 12-year-old pedestrian was crossing the highway from east to west.

The crash report lists failure to yield as a contributing factor for the pedestrian and lists no contributing factors for the driver. The vehicle was traveling straight when the accident occurred.

The child suffered what the report classified as a suspected minor or visible injury and was transported by Atrium EMS to Floyd Hospital for treatment.

According to the report, EMS was notified at approximately 8:14 PM, arrived at the scene at 8:21 PM and arrived at the hospital shortly before 9 PM.

A witness who was crossing the highway with the child confirmed the events to the investigating officer.

October 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sum Nelly Still On For Saturday; Summerville Adds November Harvest Festival For Vendors

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The 52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival will still go on as planned this Saturday, but the City of Summerville is now offering vendors an additional fall festival opportunity in November.

Summerville Parks and Recreation Director Adam Wilson announced Thursday that the city is organizing a new Summerville Harvest Festival for Saturday, November 7, from 9 AM until 5 PM at Dowdy Park.

Wilson said vendors who are already registered for this weekend’s Sum Nelly Festival will be able to participate in the November event free of charge.

That means vendors who have already paid for a Sum Nelly space can set up for both events — this Saturday’s Sum Nelly Festival and the November 7 Summerville Harvest Festival — without paying another vendor registration fee for the November event.

Registration for the Summerville Harvest Festival will open Monday, October 5, at www.summervillerec.org.

Meanwhile, the city says Sum Nelly will still be held this Saturday, October 3, from 9 AM until 3 PM on East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.

The festival was moved from Dowdy Park and its hours shortened because of weather concerns.

Wilson also said the Sum Nelly vendor map will be released Thursday.

The announcement comes as some Sum Nelly vendors have been circulating a petition asking that this weekend’s festival be postponed because of concerns about rain, possible flooding, attendance and the financial investment vendors have already made in the event.

For now, the city is keeping Sum Nelly on Saturday’s schedule while also giving registered vendors a second opportunity to participate in a fall festival at Dowdy Park next month.

October 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sum Nelly Vendors Start Petition Asking For Festival To Be Postponed

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Some vendors scheduled to participate in this weekend’s 52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival have started an online petition asking Summerville Parks and Recreation to postpone the event because of concerns about anticipated rain and the possibility of flooding.

October 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

School Bus Driver Arrested After Child Dragged By Bus In Summerville

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A Chattooga County school bus driver was arrested Wednesday after police said a child became caught in the bus door and was dragged along Union Street in Summerville.

June 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Man Indicted on Aggravated Battery Charge

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A Trion man has been indicted by a Chattooga County Grand Jury in connection with a January assault that prosecutors say left the victim without the use of his arm.

According to the indictment, Brian Hayes George, of 1184 Spring Creek Road in Trion, was formally indicted on one count of aggravated battery stemming from an incident that allegedly occurred on January 26.

The indictment alleges that George “maliciously caused bodily harm” to Matthew Rex Porter by depriving him of the use of his arm.

No additional details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault were included in the court filing.

Under Georgia law, aggravated battery is a felony offense. The charge carries the possibility of a prison sentence if a defendant is convicted in court.

An indictment is a formal accusation and is not a determination of guilt. All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

June 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – June 1, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, June 1, 2026:

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City of Summerville Announces Memorial Day Closings

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The City of Summerville has announced that all non-emergency city offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

City officials say the closure is part of the annual observance honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

While administrative offices will be closed for the holiday, emergency services including the Summerville Police Department and Summerville Fire Department will continue operating as normal throughout the weekend and holiday.

Regular business hours for city offices will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

City leaders are encouraging residents to have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend while taking time to remember and honor America’s fallen heroes.

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City of Menlo Plans Independence Day Celebration

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The City of Menlo is preparing for a full day of Independence Day festivities on Saturday, July 4th, with a community celebration and parade planned for residents and visitors.

According to information released by the city, activities will take place from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., with the annual Fourth of July parade scheduled to begin at 11 a.m.

Organizers say the celebration will include vendors, inflatables, and additional family-friendly activities throughout the day.

Community members are encouraged to come out and enjoy the holiday celebration while supporting local vendors and taking part in one of Menlo’s longtime Independence Day traditions.

Additional event details are expected to be announced as the holiday approaches.

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

CRBI Swim Guide Returns for Memorial Day Weekend

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The Coosa River Basin Initiative’s Swim Guide will return for the summer season beginning Memorial Day weekend.

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sexual Assault Center of Northwest Georgia Seeking Board of Directors Members

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The Sexual Assault Center of Northwest Georgia is currently seeking compassionate and community-minded individuals interested in serving on its Board of Directors.