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August 30, 2026

Some Walker County Residents Can Get 60% Reimbursement For Septic Repairs

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Some Walker County homeowners with failing septic systems may qualify to have 60% of the cost of repairs reimbursed through a new round of grant funding.

August 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Measles Outbreak Linked To Metro Atlanta Daycare

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Georgia health officials have confirmed four additional cases of measles connected to a daycare in metro Atlanta, bringing the state’s reported total to 11 cases so far in 2026.

August 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Substitute Teacher Arrested Following Incident At Summerville Middle

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A substitute teacher working for the Chattooga County School System was arrested following an incident at Summerville Middle School.

August 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – August 28, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, August 28, 2026:

August 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Could Receive Nearly $135 Million In Landmark Meta Settlement

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Georgia could receive nearly $135 million under a landmark multistate settlement with Meta Platforms that will also bring major changes to how children and teenagers use Facebook and Instagram.

August 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Could Add 145 Species To State Protected List

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Georgia is considering the first major update to its list of protected plants and animals in two decades, a move that could add 145 species whose populations are declining or facing significant threats.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – August 27, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, August 27, 2026:

August 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – August 26, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, August 26, 2026:

August 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Power Pushes Back Against Data Center “Misinformation”

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As data centers continue to expand across Georgia, Georgia Power is pushing back against what company officials describe as misinformation surrounding the massive facilities and their impact on residential electric customers.

August 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Agriculture Officials Warn Of Fake Farmers Market Vendor Scam

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The Georgia Department of Agriculture is warning farmers, vendors and small-business owners about a fraudulent event advertised on social media as being held at the Atlanta State Farmers Market.