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March 15, 2026

Walker County Authorities Seek Public’s Help Finding Stolen Box Truck

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The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after a 2014 Freightliner 26-foot box truck was reported stolen from a residence on Mustang Street in Rossville.

According to authorities, the truck was taken on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The vehicle is described as a white box truck with “Mack Freight” written in blue lettering on the doors and displaying Georgia tag WMN594.

Anyone with information about the stolen truck is asked to contact Detective Eddie Hill at 706-670-1962 or email ehill@walkerso.com. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Walker County Sheriff’s Office website.

March 14, 2026

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Arrest Report – Saturday – March 14, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, March 14, 2026

March 13, 2026

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Arrest Report – Friday – March 13, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, March 13, 2026:

March 13, 2026

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Summerville Man Accused Of Using False Information To Apply For Driver’s License

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A Summerville man is facing a felony charge after authorities say he used fraudulent information while applying for a Georgia driver’s license in Rome.

According to Floyd County Jail records, 55-year-old Mark Williams went to the Georgia Department of Driver Services on Martha Berry Highway in Rome on February 9, 2024, and completed an application for a driver’s license using a different name and date of birth.

Investigators said Williams then signed the application, certifying that the information he provided was correct.

Williams is charged with one felony count of false statements and writings.

March 13, 2026

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Trion Recreation Department Announces New Dog Park Entry Requirements

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The Trion Recreation Department is reminding residents that new requirements are now in place for those wishing to use Brinley’s Dog Park in Trion.

March 13, 2026

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Berry College Issues Important Prom Season Reminder, Updates Photo Guidelines

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Berry College is reminding families and students to review its updated photography guidelines as prom and homecoming season brings a major increase in campus traffic.

March 13, 2026

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Centre Man Charged In Child Exploitation Investigation Following ICAC Cyber Tip

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A Centre man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation by the Centre Police Department tied to an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) cyber tip received in late January 2026.

March 12, 2026

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Arrest Report – Thursday – March 12, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, March 10, 2026:

March 12, 2026

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Walker County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Jury Duty Scam Calls

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The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new wave of scam calls from people falsely claiming to be employees or officers with the agency. According to the sheriff’s office, callers are telling victims they missed jury duty and now have a warrant, while also making it appear the call is coming from the sheriff’s office main phone line.

Officials say the Walker County Sheriff’s Office does not operate this way and is urging the public not to give out personal information or send money to anyone they do not know. Anyone with questions about the calls is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office directly at 706-670-1931.

March 12, 2026

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Chattooga County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison in Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse Case

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A Chattooga County man has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted by a jury on multiple charges involving the physical and sexual abuse of children, according to the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.