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September 15, 2026

Bid Deadline Approaching For First Phase Of Tooga Theatre Renovation

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Chattooga County is preparing to take another step toward renovation of the historic Tooga Theatre in downtown Summerville, with contractors facing a deadline later this week to submit bids for the first phase of the project.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Two Menlo Residents Face Meth Trafficking Charges In Cherokee County

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Two Menlo residents were arrested in Cherokee County, Alabama, late last month on methamphetamine trafficking charges.

According to Cherokee County arrest records, 30-year-old Tristan Bruno-Mendez of Menlo and 28-year-old Amber Schrader of Menlo were arrested by the Cedar Bluff Police Department.

Both were charged with trafficking methamphetamine and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.

The available arrest information does not state where the arrests occurred, how much methamphetamine was allegedly involved, or provide additional details about the circumstances that led to the arrests.

Under Alabama law, methamphetamine trafficking begins at 28 grams or more, and the penalties increase substantially depending on the amount involved. For 28 grams to less than 500 grams, state law provides for a mandatory minimum sentence of three years in prison and a $50,000 fine. For 500 grams to less than one kilogram, the mandatory minimum increases to five years and a $100,000 fine. Larger quantities can bring still more severe mandatory sentences and fines.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Climb Above $4 As Local Drivers Feel The Increase

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Georgia motorists are paying considerably more at the pump as rising crude oil prices continue to push gasoline prices higher across the state.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Antique Tractor & Small Engine Show Coming To Summerville Train Depot

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A celebration of rural American history and the evolution of farming technology is coming to downtown Summerville later this month.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Board Of Education Meeting Set For Thursday

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The Chattooga County Board of Education will hold its regular September meeting later this week.

The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, from 6 until 8 PM at the Chattooga County Education Center, 206 Penn Street in Summerville.

Under the school system’s 2026-2027 meeting schedule, the Board of Education normally meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 PM, with exceptions during October, February and April.

The September meeting comes as the school system moves further into the 2026-2027 academic year.

The school board is currently chaired by Lori Brady, with Tiffany Lawrence serving as vice-chair. Other members are Chad Dodd, Bonnie Fletcher and Derrick Eckroat. Dr. Michelle Helie serves as superintendent of Chattooga County Schools.

Thursday’s meeting is open to the public. The school system also provides a formal process for members of the public who wish to participate in board meetings.

The Chattooga County Board of Education September meeting begins at 6 PM Thursday at the Chattooga County Education Center on Penn Street in Summerville.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Three Chattooga County Establishments Earn Perfect Environmental Health Inspection Scores

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Three Chattooga County establishments inspected during the first half of September received perfect scores of 100 from Environmental Health inspectors.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Students Taking Part In Regional Teen Maze This Week

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High school sophomores from Chattooga County are joining students from across Northwest Georgia this week for an interactive program designed to show teenagers how the choices they make today can have lasting consequences.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Health Department Now Offering Flu And COVID Vaccines

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The Chattooga County Health Department is now offering flu and updated COVID-19 vaccines on a walk-in basis at its office at 60 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Shawn Harris To Host Town Hall In Summerville

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Democratic congressional candidate Shawn Harris will make a campaign stop in Chattooga County next week, hosting a town hall meeting in Summerville.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – September 14, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, September 14, 2026: