Arrest Report – Thursday – February 12, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, February 12, 2026:

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FIRE DANGER STATEMENT IN EFFECT; Weekend Storms to Bring Heavy Rain to Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

A Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for all of north and central Georgia, including Chattooga County and surrounding Northwest Georgia communities, until 6PM today due to low relative humidity levels and dry conditions.

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Becky Duke Honored for 50 Years of Service to Chattooga County

Becky Duke was honored this past week for an extraordinary milestone — 50 years of service to Chattooga County.

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Housing Affordability Squeeze Grows in Chattooga County as Prices Rise and Rentals Stay Tight

For many families in Chattooga County, housing is still considered “more affordable than the big cities” — but that doesn’t mean it feels affordable on a local paycheck.

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Red Cross Urges Caregivers in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to Get CPR/AED Training During Heart Month

Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, millions of Americans are balancing the role of caregiver — often caring for young children and aging loved ones at the same time. Yet many caregivers say they are not prepared to respond to a medical emergency like cardiac arrest, even though it can happen suddenly and without warning.

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Fire Danger and Strong Winds Impact Chattooga County, Northwest Georgia

Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are dealing with a mix of cold, wind, and fire weather concerns this weekend as a Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for much of north and east central Georgia on Saturday.

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Cooler Today, Sunshine Returns This Afternoon in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia — Warm-Up Coming Next Week

Folks across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to a gray, chilly start this Thursday, February 5, 2026, with widespread low clouds hanging tough through the morning hours. A steady northwest breeze is adding an extra bite to the air, and temperatures early today are stuck in the 30s across much of the area. Even though the morning may feel damp and dreary, it’s not a rainy setup—just low clouds and cool air lingering behind the departing weather system.

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Pre-K Enrollment Opens Today for Chattooga County Schools 2026–2027 Year

Families in Lyerly, Menlo, and Summerville can begin enrolling for Chattooga County Schools Pre-K for the 2026–2027 school year starting today, Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Parents and guardians can register online by scanning the QR code on the district flyer, or by visiting the Chattooga County Schools website and selecting the Enrollment Center. School officials remind families to use the Pre-K enrollment link and not the K–12 registration option.

For those who prefer to enroll in person, registration will be held at the Chattooga County Enrollment Center on Thursday, Feb. 5 and Friday, Feb. 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., located at 302 Maple Drive in Summerville. Families who cannot attend during those hours can call 706-857-3490 to schedule an appointment.

To be eligible, children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026. Required documents include a certified birth certificate, proof of Georgia residency, a photo ID for the parent or guardian, the child’s Social Security card, insurance information or other proof of coverage, and required health and immunization forms.

For more information, families can contact the Pre-K office at 706-857-3490.

Arrest Report – Wednesday – February 4, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, February 4, 2026:

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Cold Front Brings an End to Today’s Rain, Followed by a Sharp Chill Thursday Morning

Light rain and low clouds will remain widespread across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through much of today, keeping temperatures on the mild side for early February.

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