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April 8, 2026

Floyd County Approves Courthouse Stabilization Contract After Fire

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Floyd County leaders have approved a contract to begin stabilizing the Historic Floyd County Courthouse after the March 23 fire, marking a major step toward eventually reopening parts of downtown Rome, including Fifth Avenue.

April 6, 2026

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USDA To Drop Oral Rabies Vaccine Baits Across Chattooga County Region

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Low-flying aircraft will be seen across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture begins distributing oral rabies vaccine baits to help prevent the spread of raccoon rabies. The baiting effort is scheduled to take place from April 7 through April 15 as part of a larger cooperative program involving USDA Wildlife Services, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Georgia Department of Public Health, and other agencies.

April 6, 2026

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Walker State Prison Family Open House Highlights Rehabilitation And Reentry Efforts

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Walker State Prison in Rock Spring recently hosted a family open house event designed to give offenders an opportunity to spend meaningful time with their loved ones while also highlighting the programs and services available at the facility. The event gave family members a closer look at the prison’s rehabilitation efforts and its broader mission of encouraging accountability, personal growth, and stronger family ties.

April 5, 2026

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Georgia Lawmakers Pass Bill Targeting Homeless Encampments, Sanctuary Policies

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Georgia lawmakers have passed a controversial bill that could allow property owners to take legal action against local governments over homeless encampments and immigration enforcement policies.

April 5, 2026

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Georgia Lawmakers Pass Bill That Could Impact School Zone Speed Cameras

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A last-minute bill passed by Georgia lawmakers could bring major changes to how school zone speed cameras operate across the state.

April 4, 2026

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Arrest Report – Saturday – April 4, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 4, 2026:

April 4, 2026

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Georgia Lawmakers Approve Income Tax Cuts As Property Tax Plan Falls Short

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Georgia lawmakers have approved a plan to cut the state’s income tax rate, but a broader effort to overhaul property taxes fell short before the end of the legislative session.

April 4, 2026

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Walker County Opens First Pickleball Courts In Unincorporated Area

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Pickleball players in Walker County now have a new place to play, as four new courts have opened at Walker Rocks Park on the Walker County Civic Center campus.

April 4, 2026

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Chattooga County Poultry Team Places 4th In State Competition

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Members of the Chattooga County FFA program are being recognized for an impressive showing at the Georgia FFA Poultry Judging Competition, earning a 4th place finish in the state.

April 3, 2026

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Arrest Report – Friday – April 3, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 3, 2026: