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August 4, 2026

Red Cross Shares Heat Safety Tips For Student Athletes As Fall Practices Begin

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With high school fall sports, marching band and other outdoor activities getting underway, the American Red Cross of Georgia is reminding coaches, parents and students to take extra precautions as late-summer heat continues across the state.

The Red Cross recommends scheduling practices during the cooler morning or evening hours, gradually increasing workout intensity as students adjust to the heat, and making sure participants drink water every 20 minutes—even if they don’t feel thirsty. Frequent rest breaks in the shade, lightweight clothing and reducing heavy protective equipment when possible can also help lower the risk of heat-related illness.

Coaches and parents are also encouraged to learn CPR, know how to use an AED, and recognize the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Students should stop exercising immediately and seek help if they experience dizziness, confusion, nausea, weakness or muscle cramps. Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate medical attention.

The American Red Cross says taking simple precautions can help keep athletes, band members and other students safe while enjoying outdoor activities during Georgia’s hottest weeks of the year.

August 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Begin To Fall As Oil Costs Ease

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Georgia drivers are getting a little relief at the pump as gasoline prices begin to decline following a drop in crude oil prices. The decrease comes as concerns over potential global supply disruptions have eased, reducing the cost of producing gasoline.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Recreation Extends Soccer And Football Registration Through August 5

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The Trion Recreation Department has extended registration for both youth soccer and football through Wednesday, August 5.

The department says additional children are still needed for the upcoming soccer and football seasons, giving families a few more days to complete registration.

Trion Recreation is also seeking volunteer coaches for the 6-and-under, 8-and-under, and 12-and-under soccer teams. Organizers say coaching provides an opportunity to mentor young athletes, encourage teamwork and support Trion’s youth programs.

Parents interested in registering a child, along with anyone willing to volunteer as a soccer coach, should contact the Trion Recreation Department before the August 5 deadline.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – August 3, 2026

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Here is the arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, August 3, 2026:

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scattered Storms Continue This Week; Hotter Temperatures Return By The Weekend

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia should keep the umbrella handy this week as the National Weather Service forecasts daily chances for afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms through the weekend.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mohawk Industries Reports Major Environmental Gains, Sets New Climate and Waste Goals

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Mohawk Industries says it exceeded several of its major environmental goals in 2025 while expanding recycling, renewable energy, employee development and community programs around the world.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Extending Data Center Moratorium, Adopt 2027 Budget

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners is expected to tackle several major issues during its regular meeting on Thursday, August 6, including public hearings on the county’s proposed 2027 fiscal year budget and a proposal to extend the county’s temporary moratorium on new data centers from its current duration to 180 days.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond Celebrates 25 Nurse Residency Program Graduates

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AdventHealth Redmond recently celebrated 25 nurses who completed the hospital’s yearlong Nurse Residency Program, marking their transition from nursing school into professional practice.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Northwest Georgia Likely to Stay Hot Through Mid-August, NOAA Outlook Shows

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Residents across Northwest Georgia should prepare for a continued stretch of summer heat as the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center indicates a strong likelihood of above-normal temperatures through at least August 11.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Sunday – August 2, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, August 2, 2026: