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May 7, 2026

Chattooga County 4-H Shotgun Team Sending 13 Shooters To State Competition

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The Chattooga County 4-H Shotgun Team is celebrating a strong showing after a recent competition in Gordon County, with 13 local shooters advancing to the state competition.

According to the team, five juniors and eight seniors qualified for state, while Owen Hester earned a perfect score during the event. The Junior Team also captured second place honors, along with one of the Senior Teams.

Junior shooters advancing to state include Nathanael Reimer, RosaLee Hammond, Brayden Forman, Henry Housch, and John Reimer.

Senior team members advancing are Jonas Hardy, Genna Baker, Gabe Smith, Owen Hester, Jackson Montgomery, Brax Cook-Bevels, David Mangan, and Jaden Treadaway.

Team leaders praised the athletes for their hard work and dedication throughout the season as they prepare for state competition in the coming weeks.

May 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Jefferson’s in Summerville Names Briana Carmon 2026 Teacher Of The Year

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Jefferson’s Restaurant in Summerville has announced Briana Carmon, Agriculture teacher at Summerville Middle School, as the 2026 Jefferson’s Summerville Teacher of the Year.

May 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Teloga Community Food Drive Set For May 23 In Summerville

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Residents in the Teloga community will have an opportunity to receive free food and lend a helping hand during an upcoming food distribution event later this month.

The Teloga Community Food Drive is scheduled for Saturday, May 23rd, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., or while supplies last. The event will be held at Beersheba Presbyterian Church, located at 9977 Highway 337 in Summerville.

Organizers say no identification is required to receive food, but ask that attendees not line up before 9:30 a.m.

The event will provide free food distribution to those in need and is supported by Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation and Helping Hands.

Volunteers are also needed for the event, with organizers encouraging community members to come out and support their neighbors.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – May 6, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, May 6, 2026:

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Severe Storms, Flooding Today Into Thursday

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia should prepare for a potentially dangerous round of severe weather beginning today and continuing through Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested After Domestic Disturbance In Summerville

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A man was arrested following a domestic disturbance in Summerville, according to a report from the Summerville Police Department that was released this week.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Blood Drive Scheduled In Trion On May 15

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A community blood drive is set for Friday, May 15 at Atrium Health Floyd–Chattooga ER, located at 13583 Highway 27 in Trion.

The drive will take place from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., and organizers say just one donation can help save up to three lives.

Those who donate between May 1st and May 15th will also be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card as part of the Blood Assurance “Local Hero” promotion.

Appointments can be scheduled online at bloodassurance.org/chattoogaer.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Outdoor Burning Ban Now In Effect Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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An annual outdoor burning ban is now in effect across Chattooga County and much of north and central Georgia.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Begins Issuing Special Tax Refunds

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Georgia taxpayers could soon see extra money coming their way.

Governor Brian Kemp and the Georgia Department of Revenue announced Monday that the state has started issuing one-time special tax refunds authorized under House Bill 1000 during the 2026 legislative session.

The refund will return more than $1 billion to Georgia taxpayers. It is the fourth special refund of its kind under Governor Kemp, following similar refunds issued in 2022, 2023, and 2025.

Most eligible taxpayers who filed both their 2024 and 2025 Georgia income tax returns before the deadline can expect to receive their refund in the coming weeks.

Refund amounts are capped at $250 for single filers and married individuals filing separately, $375 for head of household filers, and $500 for married couples filing jointly.

To qualify, taxpayers must have filed both required returns, paid into the system, and not owe the Georgia Department of Revenue.

Taxpayers can check eligibility through the Surplus Tax Refund Eligibility Tool on the Georgia Tax Center website.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested For DUI After Traffic Stop In Summerville

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A Summerville man was arrested on DUI charges following a traffic stop according to a report released this week from the Summerville Police Department.