Georgia Senate Advances Plan to Reduce, Eventually Eliminate State Income Tax

A group of mostly Republican Georgia state senators is moving quickly to advance legislation that would reduce the state’s personal income tax, marking the first step in a long-term plan to eliminate the tax entirely by 2032.

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Arrest Report – Wednesday – February 11, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, February 11, 2026:

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Georgia Gas Prices Hold Steady as February Begins, Offering Relief for Local Drivers

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Georgia drivers are seeing familiar numbers at the pump this week, as the state’s average gas price remains unchanged from last week. As of Monday, the average is holding at $2.66 per gallon, though motorists could still see minor day-to-day fluctuations depending on location and timing.

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Summerville Police Make Arrest After Domestic Disturbance; Disorderly Conduct Charge Filed

A 22-year-old Fortson, Georgia woman was arrested on Sunday by Summerville Police after a physical domestic disturbance on Orchard Road.  According to a report from the Summerville Police Department, Diana Christine Valentine Gryer was accused of assaulting several people at the residence.  Police charged Greyer with disorderly conduct and she was booked into the Chattooga County Jail.

Rome Man Sentenced to Federal Prison After Social Media Threats Against President Trump

A Floyd County man has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison after authorities say he threatened to kill President Donald Trump through a social media livestream.

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Summerville City Council to Address Budget, Fireworks, and Public Safety at Monday Meeting

The Summerville City Council is set to meet for a regular called session on Monday, February 9, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Summerville Recreation Center, located at 220 Highway 100.

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Arrest Report – Monday – February 9, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, February 9, 2026:

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Environmental Hazards Found in Walker County Courthouse, Officials Briefed on Mold, Asbestos, Lead Concerns

Walker County Commissioners were told Thursday that a recent walkthrough and structural review of the Walker County Courthouse revealed multiple environmental hazards inside the aging facility.

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Becky Duke Honored for 50 Years of Service to Chattooga County

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

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

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.

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