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February 9, 2026

Arrest Report – Monday – February 9, 2026

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

February 8, 2026

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Summerville City Council Meeting Monday Evening

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The Summerville City Council will hold its regular called meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., but this month’s session will not be held at Summerville City Hall where meetings are normally conducted. Instead, the meeting will take place at the Summerville Recreation Center on Highway 100.

February 7, 2026

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Shorter University Launches Nationwide Search for Next President

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Shorter University in Rome has announced a nationwide search for its next president, following the tenure of President Don Dowless. The university is seeking a Christ-centered, visionary leader to guide the school forward, noting the search as a chance to reaffirm its mission to “Transform Lives through Christ.”

February 7, 2026

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Trespass Warning Issued After Incident on Montgomery Street in Summerville

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Summerville Police issued a trespass warning following a complaint at a residence on Montgomery Street, according to a police report.

February 6, 2026

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City of Summerville to Hold First Reading of Mid-Year Budget Ordinance Monday

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The Mayor and Council of the City of Summerville will hold the first reading of the FY 2025–2026 Mid-Year Budget Ordinance on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Summerville Recreation Center, located at 220 Highway 100, Summerville, Georgia 30747, and the public is invited to attend. City officials encourage residents to come out and stay informed as the mid-year budget ordinance is presented for its first reading.

February 5, 2026

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Floyd Superior Court Dismisses TPO Petitions Against Dr. Raj Miniyar Amid Online Allegations

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The Superior Court of Floyd County has dismissed all Temporary Protective Order petitions filed against Dr. Raj Miniyar, a pediatrician practicing in Rome who also operates a clinic in Trion, giving the case local interest for families in Chattooga County as well.

January 31, 2026

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Chattooga County Young Farmers Share February Update and Upcoming Events

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Young Farmers Director Lauren Jarrett has released a February update for the Chattooga County Young Farmers Association, highlighting upcoming educational programs, certification opportunities, and recognition of local agricultural leaders.

January 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Early Head Start Hiring Two Teacher Positions in Chattooga County

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The Family Resource Agency of North Georgia Head Start/Early Head Start/Pre-K Program is accepting applications for two Early Head Start Teacher positions at the Chattooga Head Start/Early Head Start location. The start date will be determined later, and the positions are full-time at 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with no weekends, totaling 1,976 annual hours.

January 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Camp Hamby Celebrates Decades of Faith, Friendship, and Fun for Chattooga County Kids

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For generations of families in Chattooga County, Camp Hamby has been a summertime tradition where children learn, grow, and build friendships in a setting rooted in faith and community. Operated by local United Methodist Churches, the long-running day camp has served as a welcoming place for kids to explore their relationship with Jesus while enjoying a full schedule of classic camp activities.

January 29, 2026

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Trion High Student Ryder Harris Joins Nearly 100 Young Entrepreneurs on Georgia FLEX Trip to Capitol and AmericasMart

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A Trion High School student is among nearly 100 student entrepreneurs from across Georgia who took part in the inaugural statewide Georgia FLEX field trip in Atlanta. Ryder Harris was able to attend because he participates in the FLEX Entrepreneurial Program through the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce.