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November 2, 2026

Two People Found Dead In Gordon County Home; GBI Assisting With Investigation

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The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office and Georgia Bureau of Investigation are investigating the deaths of two people found inside a residence in the Sugar Valley community over the weekend.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Former School Bus Driver Arrested On Felony Charge Following Investigation Into Child Dragging Incident

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A Chattooga County school bus driver previously arrested after a child was dragged by a school bus in Summerville is now facing a felony charge following the completion of an investigation by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia State Patrol Now Accepting Digital Driver’s Licenses During Traffic Stops

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Georgia motorists now have the option of showing a digital driver’s license or state identification card during traffic stops and other interactions with the Georgia State Patrol.

October 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – October 31, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, October 31, 2026:

October 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Gang-Related Altercation At Hays State Prison Triggers Lockdowns Across Georgia

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Three inmates were injured in an altercation at Hays State Prison in Trion on Tuesday, October 27, prompting the Georgia Department of Corrections to place more than two dozen correctional facilities across the state on lockdown amid concerns about possible gang retaliation.

October 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – October 27, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, October 27, 2026:

October 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Menlo City Council Approves Ordinance Prohibiting Camping On Public Property

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The Menlo City Council has approved a new ordinance prohibiting camping and certain other activities on public property within the city limits.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Transportation Board To Consider New Rules For School Zone Speed Cameras Today

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The Georgia State Transportation Board will meet today at 9 AM in Atlanta to consider adopting updated regulations governing automated speed enforcement cameras in school zones.

October 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City Of Summerville Reminds Residents To Call 811 Before Digging

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The City of Summerville is reminding residents and contractors about the importance of contacting Georgia 811 before beginning any digging or excavation project to help prevent damage to underground utility lines.

October 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Voters To Decide Three Constitutional Amendments As Early Voting Gets Underway In Chattooga County

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Georgia voters heading to the polls for the November 3 General Election will be asked to decide three proposed amendments to the Georgia Constitution. The questions involve property tax treatment for agricultural land, how probate court judges are elected, and how the state funds emergency 911 services.

While the amendments will appear on ballots throughout Georgia, their potential effects could also be felt in Chattooga County, particularly among farmers, property owners and those who depend on local emergency services.

Early voting began Tuesday, October 13, and all advance voting in Chattooga County takes place at the Chattooga County Registrar’s Office in Summerville.