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June 25, 2026

Summerville Residents Reminded to Call 811 Before Digging

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Summerville residents planning outdoor projects are being reminded to call 811 before beginning any digging or excavation work.

Whether installing a privacy fence, starting construction, or preparing for a pool project, homeowners and contractors are required by Georgia law to contact Georgia 811 at least three business days before digging begins.

Underground utility lines can include natural gas pipes, water mains, sewer lines, and electric cables. Striking one of those lines can cause service outages, costly repairs, injuries, or dangerous emergency situations.

The Georgia 811 service is free. After a request is submitted, utility companies will mark the approximate location of underground lines using color-coded paint or flags. Anyone digging near marked lines should use caution and hand tools when working within 24 inches of a marked utility.

Residents can contact Georgia 811 by dialing 811, calling 800-282-7411, or visiting Georgia811.com.

Summerville officials encourage everyone to help protect public safety and utility service by remembering one simple rule: call before you dig.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

DeKalb County Hiring Event Set For June 25 In Fort Payne

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Job seekers from across Northeast Alabama and Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to connect with regional employers during the DeKalb County Hiring Event on Thursday, June 25.

The event will be held from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at the Wills Valley Recreation Center, located at 4420 Godfrey Avenue NE in Fort Payne.

Several employers are expected to participate, including G2, Siemens Energy, Plasman, DeKalb Regional Medical Center, Thrive Outdoor, Ferguson, and others. Organizers say the event is designed to bring employers and prospective employees together in one location, allowing job seekers to learn about available positions and meet directly with hiring representatives.

The hiring event is being presented through a partnership involving the Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce, the City of Fort Payne, the DeKalb County Economic Development Authority, Career Connect North Alabama, and AIDT.

Individuals interested in attending are encouraged to pre-register online, though walk-ins may also be welcomed.

Organizers say the event is ideal for those seeking a new career opportunity, exploring different industries, or looking to make connections with employers currently hiring throughout the region.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – June 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, June 24, 2026:

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Warmer Temperatures Return; Storm Chances Increase by Friday

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A stretch of pleasant summer weather will continue across Chattooga County through the remainder of the week before temperatures begin climbing into the 90s this weekend and early next week.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Woman Turns Over Stolen iPad Recovered By Summerville Police

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A stolen Apple iPad reported missing in Tennessee was recovered by the Summerville Police Department after tracking information led officers to a residence on Scoggins Street.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County EMA Hosting Community Blood Drive July 13

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Residents will have an opportunity to help save lives and support local patients during an upcoming blood drive hosted by the Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scouts And Veterans Retire Hundreds Of American Flags In Chattooga County

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Veterans and local scouts came together in Chattooga County to honor the American flag with dignity and respect during a flag retirement ceremony at VFW Post 6688 on Memorial Drive.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Alabama Teen Charged In Highway 48 Drive-By Shooting Investigation

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A 17-year-old Alabama resident has been arrested and charged in connection with a drive-by shooting that occurred earlier this month near the Georgia-Alabama state line on Highway 48.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Adopts $29.33 Million Budget With No Tax or Utility Rate Increases

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The City of Summerville has approved a balanced budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year that includes no increases to property taxes or utility base rates.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Transfer Station To Begin Sunday Hours

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Chattooga County residents will soon have an additional opportunity each week to dispose of household garbage as county officials expand operating hours at the county’s main transfer station.

Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen announced that the transfer station on Stockade Road will begin opening on Sundays, providing residents with a weekend option for household waste disposal.

Under the new schedule, the county’s main transfer station will operate from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Sundays.

Allen said the change is intended to help residents who have difficulty visiting the facility during normal weekday hours.

“This will let people get rid of some of their household garbage on the weekends,” Allen said.

The expanded hours will apply only to the county’s main transfer station on Stockade Road. Other garbage collection sites located throughout Chattooga County will remain closed on Sundays.

According to Allen, opening every collection site on Sundays would significantly increase personnel and operating costs. County leaders instead chose to focus on adding hours at the main transfer station while keeping expenses manageable.

Allen said he has wanted to open the main site on Sundays for some time and believes the added hours will provide greater convenience for residents whose work schedules and other commitments make weekday visits difficult.

County officials hope the expanded access will help residents keep up with household waste disposal needs without requiring costly expansions at collection sites across the county.