Chattooga County Man Arrested on Obstruction Charge Following Christmas Eve Incident

A Chattooga County man was arrested on Christmas Eve following an incident that began at a local business and ended at a residence on Lakeside Lane, according to an arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

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Arrest Report – Thursday – January 1, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, January 1, 2026:

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Top Chattooga County News Stories of 2025

Here are some of the top stories from WZQZ Radio and our website at www.chattoogainfo.com for 2025, highlighting major legal battles, elections, public safety issues, education news, and political developments that shaped the year in Chattooga County.

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Summerville Police Investigate Property Damage Incident on Wood Street

Summerville Police responded to a report of property damage at a residence on Wood Street following an incident that reportedly occurred earlier in the week, according to a police report.

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Early Morning House Fire on Hunt Street and Highway 48 Contained; No Injuries Reported

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A Tuesday morning house fire was reported before 5 a.m. at a home near Hunt Street and Highway 48 in Summerville.

The Summerville Fire Department responded to the scene along with Summerville Police and other emergency workers. Officials say the fire was contained to a single room, preventing it from spreading throughout the home.

No injuries were reported and there was no word as the cause of the fire.

 

Arrest Report – Tuesday – December 30, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, December 30, 2025:

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Summerville Police Investigate Vehicle Entering Incident on Cox Street

Summerville Police are investigating a reported vehicle entering incident that occurred earlier this week.

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Summerville Fire Department Conducting Hydrant Flushing Today and Tuesday

Today, Monday, December 29, 2025, the City of Summerville Fire Department began routine fire hydrant flushing and maintenance, continuing Tuesday, December 30, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. as crews work to keep the city’s hydrants in reliable working order.

Residents in northeast Summerville may notice activity and brief service effects in the:

  • Highway 27 area

  • Lake Wanda Reita Road area

  • Back Penn Road area

Fire Department personnel will be performing essential tasks on hydrants across the area, including lubrication, flushing, and function checks. During the process, some customers may experience temporary water discoloration, which officials say is normal and safe.

If discoloration occurs, residents are advised to run cold water from a tap for a few minutes until it clears.

Arrest Report – Monday – December 29, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, December 29, 2025:

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Year-End Tax & Donation Checklist: What Chattooga County Residents Should Do Before Dec. 31

As the year wraps up across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, the final days of December are a key window for anyone trying to get organized for tax season—especially when it comes to charitable giving and last-minute tax planning. Here are a few reminders to consider before the calendar turns:

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