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February 8, 2026

Becky Duke Honored for 50 Years of Service to Chattooga County

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Becky Duke was honored this past week for an extraordinary milestone — 50 years of service to Chattooga County.

February 8, 2026

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Armuchee Couple Jailed on Child Cruelty, Animal Cruelty Charges After Reports of Filthy Living Conditions

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A couple in Armuchee is facing felony child cruelty charges after authorities say two children—both minors—were sent to school with animal feces on their clothing and bookbags, and were living in what investigators described as deplorable conditions inside the home.

February 7, 2026

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Arrest Report – Saturday – February 7, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, February 7, 2026:

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 7, 2026

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Construction Underway on 2,000-Foot Highland Avenue Sewer Line

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The City of Summerville has construction underway on a 2,000-foot sewer line extension along Highland Avenue, a project designed to strengthen city infrastructure and support growth in the area.

City officials say the sewer expansion will improve service capacity for current customers and future development, helping reduce dependence on septic systems where city sewer access becomes available. The project is expected to deliver long-term benefits by improving sanitation reliability and positioning Summerville for continued residential and commercial needs.

Work crews will be active along portions of the route as the extension progresses. Drivers and nearby residents are encouraged to use caution around work zones and watch for any temporary access changes while construction continues.

February 6, 2026

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Trion Man Arrested After Alleged Illegal Dumping on Sikes Story Road

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A Trion man was arrested in Floyd County after authorities say he illegally dumped a large amount of debris along Sikes Story Road.

February 6, 2026

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Two Arrested After Series of 911 Calls and Disturbance on Scoggins Street in Summerville

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Two people were arrested in Summerville after police say officers responded repeatedly to a residence on Scoggins Street following multiple 911 calls reporting an escalating disturbance involving alcohol and loud arguing.

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 28, 2026

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1,900 Chattooga County Tax Bills Still Unpaid for 2025; Delinquent Letters Going Out This Week

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Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is reminding residents that about 1,900 parcels remain unpaid for 2025 property taxes that were due December 10, 2025. Hampton says delinquent letters will be mailed out this week and encourages anyone who may have missed a bill to make payment soon to avoid added costs.

January 26, 2026

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County Inmate Stabbed With A Pencil Repeatedly

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A Chattooga County Jail inmate was hospitalized last week after being repeatedly stabbed with a pencil during an altercation inside the facility, according to Sheriff Mark Schrader.