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May 1, 2026

Perfect Scores Highlight Latest Chattooga County Health Inspections

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The latest health inspection report for Chattooga County covering April 15 through April 30 shows a strong run of perfect scores across local schools and restaurants.

The following establishments all received a 100 health inspection score during the reporting period:

Menlo Elementary School – inspected April 29
Leroy Massey Elementary – inspected April 28
Summerville Middle School – inspected April 28
Trion School – inspected April 27
Chattooga Head Start / Early Head Start – inspected April 22
Chattooga High School – inspected April 16
Domino’s Pizza in Summerville – inspected April 15

Health officials say these scores reflect proper food handling, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.

Residents are reminded that if they ever have concerns or complaints about a food service establishment or tourist accommodation in Chattooga County, they can contact the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department at (706) 857-3377.

April 2, 2026

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Health Inspection Scores – Last Half of March, 2026

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The latest health inspection scores released by the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department show perfect scores for two Summerville restaurants.

Burger King, located at 11245 Highway 27 in Summerville, received a score of 100 on a routine inspection conducted March 30, 2026. The inspection was completed by Rashelle Eubanks.

Taco Bell, located at 11317 Highway 27 in Summerville, also earned a perfect score of 100. That routine inspection took place on March 17, 2026, and was also conducted by Rashelle Eubanks.

The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department reminds residents that complaints involving any food service establishment or tourist accommodation operating in Chattooga County may be reported by calling 706-857-3377.

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.

March 7, 2026

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PFAS Concerns Continue in Northwest Georgia as Proposed Legislation Could Affect Chattooga County Lawsuit

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Concerns over PFAS contamination — often called “forever chemicals” — continue to affect communities across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, as lawmakers debate legislation that could change how pollution cases are handled in the state.

March 2, 2026

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Proposed Senate Bill Could Halt Chattooga County PFAS Lawsuit and Others Across Georgia

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The Finley Law Firm — which represents Chattooga County in PFAS-related litigation — is warning that a proposed bill in the Georgia Senate could effectively end the county’s case and shut down similar lawsuits filed by local governments across the state seeking cleanup costs for “forever chemical” contamination.

February 16, 2026

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Chattooga County Health Inspection Scores – First Half of February, 2026

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The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department has released health inspection results for the first half of February 2026, showing a range of scores for local food service establishments in Summerville and Trion.

February 11, 2026

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Gordon County PFAS Lawsuit Adds Momentum to “Forever Chemical” Fight as Summerville Water Customers Watch Closely

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A new wave of legal action over PFAS—often called “forever chemicals”—is building across Northwest Georgia, and a lawsuit filed by Gordon County is adding fresh pressure on companies tied to the region’s carpet and chemical supply chain.

February 2, 2026

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Subway Locations Earn Perfect Health Inspection Scores in Late January Checks

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Two Subway locations in Chattooga County received perfect scores in the latest round of health inspections released by the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department for the last half of January 2026.

SUBWAY 13814 at 9880 Commerce Street earned a score of 100 on its January 29, 2026 inspection.

SUBWAY 33504 at 13427 Highway 27 also received a 100 on its January 22, 2026 inspection. Both locations are permitted as food service establishments in Chattooga County.

Should you ever have a complaint about any food service or tourist accommodation operating in Chattooga County, you may register that complaint by calling the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department at 706-857-3377.

The two Subway locations were the only health inspections reported for the last half of January.

January 19, 2026

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Chattooga County Environmental Health Releases Early January Inspection Scores

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The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department has released health inspection results for the first half of January 2026, showing perfect scores for two tourist accommodation facilities in the county.

Express Inn & Suites, located at 14364 Highway 27 in Trion, earned a score of 100 on its most recent inspection conducted January 14, 2026.

James H. Floyd State Park, located at 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Road in Summerville, also received a score of 100 on its latest inspection conducted January 7, 2026.

Should you ever have any complaint about any food service or tourist accommodation that operates in Chattooga County, you can contact Chattooga County Environmental Health at (706) 857-3377.