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September 20, 2026

Chattooga County E-911 Hiring Dispatchers

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Chattooga County E-911 is looking for new dispatchers, offering paid training, benefits and a starting wage that increases after an employee’s first year.

September 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – September 19, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 19, 2026:

September 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Cartersville Woman Charged With DUI After Early-Morning Traffic Stop In Summerville

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A Cartersville woman was charged with driving under the influence after a city police officer reported seeing her vehicle speeding and having difficulty maintaining its lane early Wednesday morning.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – September 18, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, September 18, 2026:

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Supreme Court Ruling Limits State’s Immunity For Property Damaged During Police Operations

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A recent Georgia Supreme Court ruling could have implications for property owners and law enforcement agencies across the state, including here in Northwest Georgia, by rejecting the idea that the state is automatically protected from compensation claims whenever private property is damaged during police activity.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Man Charged With Terroristic Threats Following Domestic Dispute

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A Chattooga County man was arrested after authorities say he sent threatening text messages to his mother and brother during a domestic dispute earlier this month.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New Georgia Law Gives Banks More Power To Stop Suspected Elder Financial Exploitation

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Georgia financial institutions now have additional authority to temporarily stop transactions when they suspect an elderly or disabled customer is being financially exploited.

September 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Traffic Change Planned On Rena Street During Finster Fest

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Chattooga County EMA is advising motorists about a temporary traffic change near Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden in Pennville during Finster Fest this weekend.

According to the Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency, Rena Street will temporarily operate as a one-lane road during the festival on Saturday and Sunday, September 19 and 20.

The traffic change is expected to go into effect Saturday morning between 7 and 8 AM and remain in place until the conclusion of the event.

County officials say the adjustment is necessary because of the large number of pedestrians expected to be walking to and from Finster Fest, along with buses transporting festival attendees throughout the weekend.

Motorists traveling through the area are being asked to use caution, watch for pedestrians and be prepared for possible delays.

Finster Fest will be held Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM until 5 PM each day at Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden in Pennville.

September 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – September 17, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, September 17, 2026:

September 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County EMA To Host Blood Drive In October

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The Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency is teaming up with Blood Assurance for a community blood drive next month in Summerville.

The blood drive will be held Friday, October 9, from 12:30 until 3:30 PM at the Chattooga County EMA office, 170 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Blood Assurance encourages residents who are able to donate to participate, emphasizing its message of “Give Local, Save Local.” Blood collected through the organization helps provide a local supply for hospitals and patients throughout the region.

Those planning to donate are encouraged to eat a good meal beforehand, drink extra water, avoid energy drinks and bring identification.

As an added incentive, donors who give blood during the month of October will receive a “Blood Donors Are Game Changers” T-shirt, while supplies last.

Appointments can be made using the QR code included on the blood drive flyer.

The Chattooga County EMA blood drive is scheduled for Friday, October 9, from 12:30-3:30 PM at 170 Farrar Drive in Summerville.