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May 22, 2026

Georgia Labor Force, Employment Reach All-Time Highs in April

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The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the state reached new all-time highs in both labor force participation and total employment during April, while Georgia’s unemployment rate remained well below the national average.

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – May 21, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, May 21, 2026:

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DPS Urges Safe Driving For Memorial Day Weekend

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As Georgia travelers prepare for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the Georgia Department of Public Safety is urging drivers to make safety a top priority.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Reported Stolen Vehicle Case In Summerville Determined To Be Civil Dispute

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A vehicle reported stolen in Summerville over the weekend has now been determined to be part of a civil dispute, according to the Summerville Police Department.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Six-Year-Old Finds Firearm On Summerville Playground

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The Summerville Police Department says a six-year-old child found a loaded firearm on a playground at Summerville Gardens.

According to an incident report, Officer Matt Kinnamon was dispatched to 127 Summerville Gardens on May 14 after maintenance technician Adam Gill reported the discovery. Gill told police the child found the firearm and brought it to him.

Gill unloaded the gun, removed the magazine, and reported the incident. Police said the firearm was checked through dispatch and was confirmed not to be stolen.

Officer Kinnamon collected the firearm and placed it into evidence for safekeeping.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DPH Confirms Three New Measles Cases In Metro Atlanta Family

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The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed three new measles cases involving members of a metro Atlanta family who recently traveled internationally.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Jones and Jackson Advance to GOP Runoff for Georgia Governor

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Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones has advanced to a Republican runoff in the race for governor following Tuesday’s Primary Election.

According to statewide results, Jones and businessman Rick Jackson emerged as the top two Republican candidates and will now face each other in a runoff election. Neither candidate received the required majority of votes needed to secure the nomination outright.

Jones, who currently serves as Georgia’s lieutenant governor, carried a number of counties across Northwest Georgia, including strong support in Chattooga County. Jackson also performed well statewide, setting up what is expected to be a closely watched runoff race in the coming weeks.

The winner of the Republican runoff will advance to the General Election later this year.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Offers Relief Ahead Of Memorial Day Travel

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As Memorial Day weekend and the summer travel season approach, Georgia drivers are getting some relief from the state’s extended gas tax suspension.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Officials Urge ATV Safety As Summer Riding Season Begins

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With school letting out and summer getting underway, safety officials are reminding families across Northwest Georgia to use caution when riding ATVs and other off-road vehicles.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Proposed Georgia Power Deal Promises Small Savings After Years Of Rising Bills

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Georgia Power customers could see slightly lower electric bills later this year under a proposed agreement now headed to the Georgia Public Service Commission for approval.