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September 11, 2026

Summerville PFAS Lawsuit Moves Forward Against Major Chemical Manufacturers

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A federal lawsuit over PFAS contamination of Summerville’s drinking water supply continues moving toward trial after a federal judge rejected efforts by major chemical manufacturers to dispose of significant portions of the case.

September 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Calhoun Man Accused Of Secretly Recording 10-Year-Old Child

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A Calhoun man is facing several charges after authorities say he secretly used a cell phone to record a 10-year-old child while she was getting dressed.

According to an arrest warrant and Floyd County Jail records, 42-year-old Zachary Joe Shortnancy was arrested Tuesday at his home on Everett Springs Road.

Authorities allege Shortnancy placed a cell phone camera under a wall and recorded the 10-year-old child while she was getting dressed in her room.

Shortnancy is charged with child molestation, unlawful eavesdropping or surveillance, and peeping Tom.

The publicly available arrest information does not provide additional details about when the alleged recording occurred or how investigators became aware of it. The child is not being identified.

The charges are allegations and have not been proven in court.

September 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

25 Years Later: America Remembers September 11, 2001

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Today marks 25 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, a day that changed the United States forever and claimed the lives of 2,977 people.

September 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hot And Sunny Today, Storm Chances Increase Friday And Saturday

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Hot and sunny weather continues across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today, with temperatures remaining above normal for the second half of the week.

September 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Museum Of LaFayette Seeks Local Cherokee Family Histories For New Exhibit

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The Museum of LaFayette is asking area residents to help document local Cherokee history as the museum prepares a new exhibit at the historic Chattooga Academy in LaFayette.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Northwest Georgia Regional Fair Opens Friday In Calhoun

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Another longtime Northwest Georgia fall tradition gets underway this week as the Northwest Georgia Regional Fair opens Friday in Gordon County.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GSP Investigation Reveals New Details In Fatal Highway 114 Crash

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The Georgia State Patrol’s Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team is continuing to investigate the August 25 crash on Highway 114 in Lyerly that claimed the life of a local man.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Ms. Betty Looking For A New Home At Chattooga County Animal Shelter

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is hoping a local family will open its home to Ms. Betty, a brindle dog recently surrendered to the shelter and now available for adoption.

According to Friends of Chattooga County Animal Shelter, Ms. Betty has done well with other dogs and everyone she has met. Shelter supporters describe her as playful and loving, with a particular fondness for squeaky toys.

Ms. Betty is ready to trade her shelter kennel for a permanent home, and residents interested in adopting are encouraged to stop by and meet her.

The adoption fee is $25.

The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is located at 464 Red Oak Drive in Summerville. The shelter is open from 10 AM until 4 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday visits are by appointment.

For additional information about Ms. Betty or other animals available for adoption, call the shelter at 706-857-0679.

Those who aren’t able to adopt can still help by sharing information about Ms. Betty and other shelter animals with friends and family.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Power Disconnections Draw Attention As Customers Struggle With Summer Bills

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A new report is drawing attention to the number of Georgia Power customers losing electric service for nonpayment as families deal with high summer electricity bills.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation Accepting 2026 Grant Applications

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The Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle, continuing a program that has provided more than $8.4 million for projects benefiting Menlo, Chattooga County and surrounding areas over the past two decades.