Chattooga County and the rest of northwest Georgia are facing several more days of warm, dry weather, with fire danger concerns expected to continue through the end of the workweek.
Advance voting for the May 19, 2026 General Primary and Nonpartisan General Election is set to begin soon in Chattooga County, with important dates and details now finalized for local voters.
Chattooga County EMA/E-911 is now accepting applications for full-time Communications Officers, offering an opportunity to serve on the front lines of public safety.
The position features a split shift schedule, typically from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., with a rotating schedule of two days on and two days off, along with every other weekend consisting of three days on and three days off. Officials note that flexibility is required, as employees may be asked to cover additional shifts.
Starting pay is $16 per hour, with scheduled raises, including increases after the first six weeks, again after another six weeks, and an additional raise around the one-year mark.
Applicants must obtain state certification to maintain employment. Initial training is provided in-house, followed by a required one-week POST Communications Officer course at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth, which includes an on-campus stay.
Those interested can apply by calling 706-857-3400, selecting option 1 or 2.
Officials say the role is critical in helping guide emergency response efforts, serving as a calm and steady voice for those in need.
The City of Summerville is inviting the community out for an evening of live music as the Natural Gas Friday Night Concert series continues on April 24.
This week’s featured performance will showcase Pink Houses, a John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band, taking the stage from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will take place along East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.
An opening local act will kick things off at 7 p.m., setting the stage for a full night of entertainment in the city’s Entertainment District streetscape.
Organizers encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere filled with great music and community spirit.
The concert is free and open to the public.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, April 21, 2026:
Residents across Chattooga County and the wider Northwest Georgia region can expect several more days of warm, dry weather, increasing the risk for outdoor fires through the end of the workweek.
Plant lovers across Chattooga County are invited to take part in a popular community event returning next month.
The 6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap is scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd from 2 to 6 p.m. at Teloga Spring Farm, located at 9505 Highway 337 in Summerville.
Organizers say the free event will bring together the community for an afternoon of plants, fellowship, and fun. Attendees are encouraged to bring plants to swap, along with friends and family.
This year’s event will also feature raffle tickets, food trucks, a bake sale, and a variety of vendors.
All donations from the event will benefit the Animal Advocates of Chattooga County and the Teloga Fire Department.
Organizers note the event is cash-only, and cell service may be limited in the area.
The City of Summerville is now accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a Caterpillar 910 Wheel Loader as part of ongoing efforts to support infrastructure and maintenance projects across the city.
Officials say the equipment will play a key role in daily operations, helping city crews handle a variety of tasks more efficiently and reliably.
Bids must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on May 19, 2026, and delivered to Summerville City Hall located at 120 Georgia Avenue. City leaders are encouraging qualified vendors to review all requirements carefully and submit complete bid packages.
Detailed specifications and submission guidelines are available through the City of Summerville’s official website.
Sex crime charges are among the latest indictments returned by a Chattooga County grand jury, with two Summerville men named in the cases.
According to the indictment report, Ayden Matthew Ard, of 271 Scoggins Street in Summerville, was indicted on charges of statutory rape and sodomy. Court records cited in the report state the alleged victim is between 13 and 16 years old and younger than the accused. Also indicted was Michael Lamar Battles, of 702 Scoggins Street in Summerville, on charges of child molestation and grooming of a minor.
The indictments are part of the latest group of felony cases returned in Chattooga County. An indictment is a formal accusation, and all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
CRC Chattooga is inviting volunteers, donors, churches, and mission supporters to a special Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Dinner on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the North Summerville Gym, located behind the current CRC Food Pantry.