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July 8, 2026

Publix Recalls Frozen Blueberries Sold in Georgia After E. coli Illnesses Reported

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Publix customers in Georgia are being urged to check their freezers after the grocery chain recalled a specific lot of frozen blueberries linked to 12 confirmed cases of E. coli illness.

July 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Health Inspection Scores Released For Late June

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The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department has released food service inspection scores for the last half of June 2026, with several local establishments receiving perfect scores.

Perfect scores of 100 were reported for Dirt Pour Coffee & Smoothie Bar, Menlo Restaurant, Jim’s Restaurant, Hwy 27 Nutrition, Rosita’s and Amaze and Graze.

Other recent scores included McDonald’s in Summerville with a 91, Hays CI in Trion with a 91, El Pueblito Mexican Grill with an 87 and Hays Staff Dining with an 82.

The inspections were conducted between June 16 and June 30.

Anyone with concerns about a food service establishment or tourist accommodation operating in Chattooga County may file a complaint by calling the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department at 706-857-3377.

July 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

UGA Extension Offers Food Safety Tips for Fourth of July Cookouts

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As families across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia fire up their grills for Independence Day celebrations, the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension is reminding everyone that food safety should be just as important as the menu.

July 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

CDC Investigating Multi-State Parasite Outbreak Linked to Severe Diarrhea

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Health officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of a foodborne parasite that has sickened at least 145 people across the United States, including cases in Georgia.

July 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Department Of Public Health Urges Safe And Healthy Fourth Of July Weekend

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The Georgia Department of Public Health is reminding Georgians and visitors to stay safe and healthy while celebrating the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

June 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Health Inspections: Restaurants, Pool Receive High Scores In Late May

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The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department has released its latest inspection scores for food service establishments and public swimming facilities for the second half of May 2026.

May 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

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 16, 2026

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Health Inspection Scores – First Half of April, 2026

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Here are the latest health inspection scores from the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department for the first half of April, 2026:

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.

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.