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April 9, 2026

Summerville Woman Arrested On Methamphetamine Charges Following Traffic Stop

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A traffic stop in Summerville led to the arrest of a Summerville woman on drug-related charges.

According to reports, Summerville Police officers made contact with Barbara Ann Brock, 72, during a stop along Highway 114. Officers observed behavior consistent with drug use and conducted further investigation.

Authorities reported finding a substance believed to be methamphetamine, along with drug-related objects. Brock admitted to recent meth use and was taken into custody without incident.

She was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession and use of drug-related objects. Her vehicle was released to a licensed driver, and the case remains active.

April 9, 2026

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Summerville Man Jailed In Rome Following DUI Traffic Stop

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A Summerville man was arrested and jailed in Rome following a traffic stop at the intersection of Georgia 140 and Floyd Springs Road, according to reports from law enforcement.

Authorities identified the man as Jason Matthew Reece, 31, of Summerville. Officers said the stop was initiated after they observed Reece failing to maintain his lane of travel, prompting them to pull the vehicle over.

During the investigation, officers determined that Reece was allegedly driving under the influence of methadone and alcohol.

As a result of the stop, Reece was taken into custody and charged with DUI, reckless driving, and failure to maintain lane.

April 9, 2026

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Vehicle Reported Stolen From Raymond Street In Summerville

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A vehicle theft reported in Summerville is under investigation after a resident discovered her car missing from her property on Raymond Street.

April 8, 2026

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Arrest Report – Wednesday – April 8, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, April 8, 2026:

April 8, 2026

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Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Arrest In Mountain View Area

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A routine traffic stop in the Trion area last Saturday night led to multiple charges, including a felony drug arrest, according to a report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

April 8, 2026

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Chattooga County EMA/E-911 Hiring Full-Time Communications Officers

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Chattooga County EMA and E-911 is now hiring full-time Communications Officers, offering an opportunity to serve on the front lines of public safety.

April 7, 2026

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Arrest Report – Tuesday – April 7, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, April 7, 2026:

April 7, 2026

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More Details Released In Fatal Rossville Shooting That Claimed Trion Man’s Life

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We now have more details about a Trion man who was shot and killed Friday night at a worksite in Rossville.

April 6, 2026

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Arrest Report – Monday – April 6, 2026

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

April 6, 2026

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Atrium Health Floyd Honors Community Partnerships At Flagpole Dedication In Chattooga County

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Atrium Health Floyd recently joined community leaders, local organizations, and first responders for a Flagpole Dedication Ceremony at its freestanding emergency department in Chattooga County, highlighting the healthcare system’s longstanding commitment to the community it has served for more than 80 years.