Police Respond To Dispute Between Neighbors At Summerville Gardens

Summerville Police were called to a residential neighborhood following a dispute involving two men who reportedly had a history of disagreements.

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Advance Voting Begins Tuesday In Chattooga County For November General Election

Advance voting for the November 3 General Election begins tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13, in Chattooga County and continues through Friday, October 30.

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Woman Arrested After Returning To Summerville Home Despite Criminal Trespass Warning

A 49-year-old woman was arrested by Summerville Police after allegedly returning to a residence where she had previously been warned not to enter.

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Northwest Georgia Area Agency On Aging Seeking Proposals For Senior Services

The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission’s Area Agency on Aging is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to provide programs and services for older adults and caregivers throughout Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County.

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Chattooga County Health Department Hosting Breast Cancer Awareness Event Friday

The Chattooga County Health Department will host a special Breast Cancer Awareness event this Friday, October 16, as part of activities recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The event will take place from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Chattooga County Health Department, located at 60 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Attendees will have access to a variety of resources and services, including breast exams for those who choose to receive one, assistance with mammogram paperwork and information about scheduling a mammogram.

The event will also feature goody bags, a limited number of breast cancer awareness T-shirts and light refreshments.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed each October to encourage awareness of the disease and the importance of regular screenings and early detection.

Health officials encourage area residents to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about breast health and available screening resources.

For additional information about Friday’s event, contact the Chattooga County Health Department at 706-857-3471.

County, State And Federal Offices Closed Monday For Columbus Day

A number of government offices and public services will be closed today, Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of Columbus Day, which is also recognized federally as Indigenous Peoples’ Day by some communities.

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GNTC Program Helps Students Overcome Financial Barriers To College And Career Training

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is highlighting a federally funded program that helps eligible students overcome financial challenges while pursuing college degrees, technical certificates and workforce training.

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West Nile Virus Cases Rise To 17 In Georgia As Mosquito Season Continues

The number of confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in Georgia has more than doubled over the past month, prompting state health officials to remind residents that mosquito season is not over.

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New Traffic Safety Grant Includes Chattooga County In Regional Enforcement Network

A new traffic safety grant awarded to the Calhoun Police Department will support coordinated law enforcement efforts across ten Northwest Georgia counties, including Chattooga County.

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Summerville City Council To Consider Emergency Gas Repairs, Grant Funding And Equipment Purchases Monday

The Summerville City Council will meet Monday, October 12, at 5 PM, with emergency natural gas infrastructure repairs, federal grant funding and city equipment purchases among the items on the agenda.

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