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June 24, 2026

Arrest Report – Wednesday – June 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, June 24, 2026:

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County EMA Hosting Community Blood Drive July 13

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Residents will have an opportunity to help save lives and support local patients during an upcoming blood drive hosted by the Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency.

June 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Holly Chaney Speaks To Chattooga County Democrats About Jobs, Healthcare And Community Growth

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Candidate Holly Chaney recently spoke at a meeting of the Chattooga County Democratic Party, where she answered questions from members and outlined her objectives as a representative for Georgia House District 12.

June 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Donald Abernathy Receives Sunflower Award for Outstanding Service and Compassion

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AdventHealth Redmond has recognized Donald Abernathy as the recipient of the Sunflower Award for the first quarter of 2026.

June 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

TVA Investing Billions To Meet Growing Power Demand Across The Tennessee Valley

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As population growth, industrial expansion, and increased electricity usage continue across the Southeast, the Tennessee Valley Authority is making major investments in power generation and grid infrastructure to meet rising demand throughout its seven-state service region.

June 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Council To Consider Adding Juneteenth As Paid Holiday

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City of Summerville employees could receive an additional paid holiday beginning in 2027 if the city council approves a proposal to recognize Juneteenth as an official city holiday.

June 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Sunday – June 21, 2026

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

June 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New Report Shows More Than 660 Chattooga County Residents Live In Subsidized Housing

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A new report from USAFacts, using data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, shows that hundreds of Chattooga County residents rely on federally subsidized housing programs.

June 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Lawmakers Advance Bill To Delay Ballot QR Code Changes Until 2028

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Georgia lawmakers have taken the first major step toward resolving a voting system issue that threatened to complicate the state’s upcoming elections.

June 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

DNR Says Invasive Tegu Lizards Can Be Killed On Sight In Georgia

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Georgia wildlife officials are asking residents to be on the lookout for a large invasive lizard that poses a threat to native wildlife.