Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, February 7, 2026:
Summerville Police issued a trespass warning following a complaint at a residence on Montgomery Street, according to a police report.
The City of Summerville has construction underway on a 2,000-foot sewer line extension along Highland Avenue, a project designed to strengthen city infrastructure and support growth in the area.
City officials say the sewer expansion will improve service capacity for current customers and future development, helping reduce dependence on septic systems where city sewer access becomes available. The project is expected to deliver long-term benefits by improving sanitation reliability and positioning Summerville for continued residential and commercial needs.
Work crews will be active along portions of the route as the extension progresses. Drivers and nearby residents are encouraged to use caution around work zones and watch for any temporary access changes while construction continues.
The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging (NWGAAA) will hold its quarterly meeting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 24, at the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Conference Room, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive. The meeting is open to the public.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College has announced its President’s List and Dean’s List honorees for the Fall 2025 semester, and Chattooga County students are well represented among those recognized for outstanding academic achievement.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, February 6, 2026:
A former employee of the Summerville Veterinary Clinic has been charged following an investigation into missing funds that police say occurred over several months in late 2025.
A Trion man was arrested in Floyd County after authorities say he illegally dumped a large amount of debris along Sikes Story Road.
A Summerville man was arrested this week after police say he shot his neighbor’s dog after blaming it for killing his chickens. Summerville Police say 34-year-old Cody Allen Lane allegedly went onto the victim’s property on Roosevelt Street on New Year’s Day, told the dog’s owner he intended to kill the dog, then took the animal by the collar, dragged it into a wooded area, and shot it. Lane was charged this week by Summerville Police, and the case is scheduled to be heard in Summerville Municipal Court with a court date set for April 7, 2026.
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February 4 at 10:00 a.m. — Community Resource Center of Chattooga, 50 Eleanor Ave., Summerville
Habitat for Humanity is inviting residents to learn more about the opportunity to become a homeowner through an upcoming Habitat for Humanity Orientation Meeting focused on families in Chattooga County. The meeting will explain how eligible families can receive a brand-new home through sweat equity and a very low mortgage payment.
Organizers say the program is designed for first-time homeowners who have lived in Chattooga County for at least one year, have sustainable income, and are willing to contribute sweat equity by helping build their home and others in the community. The orientation is open to renters and families who are interested in owning a safe, affordable home and want to learn more about the application process and requirements.
Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley serves Floyd, Chattooga, and Polk Counties in Northwest Georgia, working to expand access to safe, decent, and affordable housing across the region. Community members who think they may qualify are encouraged to attend and find out more information.