
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 5, 2026:

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 5, 2026:

The Model Blue Devils continued their strong start to the 2026 season Friday night, defeating the Chattooga Indians 42-7 at the Little Big Horn.

Dangerous late-summer heat will continue across Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia today, with the National Weather Service keeping a Heat Advisory in effect until 8 PM this evening.

Another day of dangerous late-summer heat is expected across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today, with temperatures climbing well into the 90s and heat index values reaching the triple digits.

Students who missed the start of the traditional fall semester still have another opportunity to begin classes this year at Georgia Northwestern Technical College.

The race for Georgia House District 12 is set for November, with incumbent Republican Eddie Lumsden of Armuchee facing Democratic challenger Holly Chaney of Trion and the latest campaign finance reports showing a substantial difference in the amount of money available to the two campaigns.

A new community voter registration and education event is coming to Summerville next month, with organizers hoping to help residents prepare for upcoming elections.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is warning farmers, vendors and small-business owners about a fraudulent event advertised on social media as being held at the Atlanta State Farmers Market.

The Housing Authority of the City of Summerville is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant.
According to the job announcement, the Housing Authority is looking for a highly motivated, knowledgeable and qualified applicant for the position.
The Administrative Assistant will perform high-level administrative duties and should have demonstrated knowledge of multifamily housing management, accounts payable, payroll and general office management.
Applicants must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, be insurable and have no alcohol, drug-related or criminal record.
Applications may be picked up at the Housing Authority Office at 56 Ross Street in Summerville.
Applications will be accepted through September 4, 2026.
The Housing Authority of the City of Summerville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Members of the Chattooga High School Class of 1968 are making plans to get together next month for their annual class reunion.
The gathering will be held Saturday, September 19, at The Red Lobster on Shorter Avenue in Rome.
Class members will have a dining room reserved beginning at 2 PM and continuing until 6 PM.
Organizers say they hope all classmates and their spouses will attend and are also extending an invitation to members of other classes who would like to join them.
The reunion will be casual, providing classmates an opportunity to visit, catch up and share memories.
Anyone with questions or who may be hesitant about attending is encouraged to contact Vicki McCorsley at 770-313-5207.