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June 27, 2026

State Identifies Three Georgia Beaches With Elevated Fecal Bacteria Levels

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Anyone planning a trip to the Georgia coast this summer may want to check beach conditions before heading into the water.

State officials have identified 15 miles of beachfront on Tybee Island, St. Simons Island, and Jekyll Island where elevated levels of enterococci, a type of fecal bacteria, have exceeded recreational water quality standards. The affected beach segments have been classified as “not supporting” recreational use under the Clean Water Act.

According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, enterococci bacteria can originate from wastewater, failing septic systems, stormwater runoff, wildlife, and pet waste. While the bacteria itself is used as an indicator, elevated levels may signal the presence of other disease-causing organisms that can increase the risk of illness for swimmers.

State officials are working to develop cleanup plans for the affected waters, and public comments on those plans are being accepted through July 16. Before visiting Georgia’s beaches, officials recommend checking the latest advisories through the Georgia Healthy Beaches program

December 21, 2025

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Chattooga County Farm Bureau Honored at State Convention for Excellence in Agricultural Advocacy

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Georgia Farm Bureau President Tom McCall (left) presents Chattooga County Farm Bureau President Bill Bryan with the Planter Award during the 88th Annual Georgia Farm Bureau Convention on Jekyll Island.

Chattooga County Farm Bureau continues to demonstrate its commitment to agriculture education and community involvement across Northwest Georgia. The organization says it is grateful to be an active part of the local community and values opportunities to interact with residents and students to promote agricultural awareness.

December 10, 2025

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Georgia Farm Bureau Meets on Jekyll Island This Week as Chattooga County Couple Steps Into Statewide Young Farmer Leadership

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The Georgia Farm Bureau is meeting on Jekyll Island this week, bringing farmers and rural community leaders together from across the state to focus on agriculture, advocacy, and the issues facing Georgia’s farm families.

December 9, 2025

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Georgia Farm Bureau Members Meet on Jekyll Island This Week for Annual Convention

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Georgia Farm Bureau members are meeting on Jekyll Island this week for the organization’s 88th annual convention, a three-day gathering running December 7th through the 9th at the Jekyll Island Convention Center.

December 8, 2025

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Chattooga Young Farmers Announce Holiday Party, Meet-and-Greet, and January Awards Banquet

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Chattooga County Young Farmers have a busy slate of events coming up in December and January, including a Christmas party, a chance to meet Georgia’s Agriculture Commissioner, and the group’s annual awards banquet.