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May 27, 2026

Floyd County Expands Fight Against PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Contamination

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Tuesday evening, the Floyd County Commission approved Arnold & Itkin LLP as lead counsel to represent the county in pursuing legal claims connected to PFAS contamination affecting local landfills, drinking water wells, parks, and other public properties.

April 1, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Understanding Water Systems In Chattooga County Amid PFAS Concerns

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A meeting was held Monday evening in Rome to discuss PFAS contamination in water systems across Northwest Georgia. The Ben Finley Law Firm hosted the public forum at The Forum in Rome, with consumer advocate Erin Brockovich in attendance.

March 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mayor Rickey Hughes Says Summerville to Use $4.5 Million Grant for PFAS Removal and Water System Upgrades

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The City of Summerville is moving forward with plans to improve its water system after receiving a $4.5 million grant from the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority to address PFAS contamination.

March 20, 2026

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Summerville Awarded $4.5 Million Grant to Improve Drinking Water System

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The City of Summerville is receiving a major boost for its public water system after being awarded a $4.5 million grant from the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority to help address emerging contaminants in drinking water.

December 22, 2025

by Jimmy Holbrook

Deadline Nears for Water Benefit Appointments Linked to PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit

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Residents who selected the settlement water benefit connected to the Summerville drinking water lawsuit are being reminded that a critical deadline is approaching. Claimants must call Fontis Water at (678) 494-1981 to schedule a delivery appointment by January 31, 2026. Officials say anyone who fails to schedule by that date will forfeit the water benefit.