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May 20, 2026

Six-Year-Old Finds Firearm On Summerville Playground

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The Summerville Police Department says a six-year-old child found a loaded firearm on a playground at Summerville Gardens.

According to an incident report, Officer Matt Kinnamon was dispatched to 127 Summerville Gardens on May 14 after maintenance technician Adam Gill reported the discovery. Gill told police the child found the firearm and brought it to him.

Gill unloaded the gun, removed the magazine, and reported the incident. Police said the firearm was checked through dispatch and was confirmed not to be stolen.

Officer Kinnamon collected the firearm and placed it into evidence for safekeeping.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Montessori To Hold End-Of-Year Parade Thursday

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Summerville Montessori School will celebrate its students with an end-of-year parade on Thursday, May 21, at 5 p.m.

The parade will begin at Chattooga High School, travel down Highway 114 to Highway 27, and continue to the school.

Family, friends, and community members are invited to come out and support the students and celebrate their achievements from the school year.

Any graduating seniors who previously attended Montessori are also invited to take part in the parade and serve as grand marshals in recognition of their graduation and accomplishments.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – May 19, 2026

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

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Warm, Dry Weather Continues Today; Rain Chances Return Wednesday

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Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect warm and mostly dry weather today as a dry air mass remains in place across the region. Skies will be mostly sunny, with only some high clouds and fair-weather clouds developing during the afternoon.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Voters Head To Polls Today For Primary Election Day

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Today is Primary Election Day in Chattooga County and across Georgia, with voters heading to the polls to cast ballots in local, state, and federal races.

Polling locations across Chattooga County opened at 7 a.m. this morning and will remain open until 7 p.m. Any voter who is in line by 7 p.m. will still be allowed to vote.

Residents are reminded to bring a valid photo ID when voting. Acceptable forms of identification include a Georgia driver’s license, state-issued ID card, passport, military ID, or other approved government-issued photo identification.

Election officials encourage voters to confirm their polling location before heading out. Remember, no voting will take place today at the Chattooga County Registrars Office – you must vote in your local precinct.

Voters who requested absentee ballots are also reminded that completed ballots must be returned by the time polls close this evening.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Santa Special Tickets Now On Sale For 2026 Holiday Season

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The City of Summerville has announced that tickets are now available for the popular Summerville Santa Special train excursions for the 2026 holiday season.

The rides will take place aboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s holiday train and are scheduled for November 28-29, December 5-6, and December 11-12.

Organizers say the annual event offers families a festive Christmas experience in downtown Summerville, complete with holiday decorations, shopping, and special activities for children. Officials describe the event as having a “small-town Hallmark movie” atmosphere.

Tickets are priced at $24 for ages 2 and older, and organizers encourage residents to purchase early because the rides traditionally sell out.

Tickets can be purchased through the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum website.

May 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – May 18, 2026

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

May 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Warm Temperatures Continue Across Northwest Georgia; Storm Chances Increase Later This Week

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Residents across Northwest Georgia and Chattooga County can expect another warm day Monday, with afternoon highs climbing into the upper 80s and lower 90s.

May 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Health Inspection Scores – First Half of May 2026

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The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department has released its latest food service inspection scores for the first half of May 2026.

All listed locations received scores in the 90s or above, with three locations receiving perfect scores of 100.

Pudding Pops’ base of operation and mobile unit, both located at 190 Alred Street in Summerville, each received a perfect score of 100 during inspections on May 12.

Lyerly School also received a perfect score of 100 during its May 1 inspection.

Other scores included Waffle House in Summerville with a 96 on May 8, and Zaxby’s in Summerville with a 99 on May 7.

For more information, or for any complaints about any food service or tourist accommodation that operates in Chattooga County, residents may contact the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department at 706-857-3377.

May 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Woman Charged With Harassing Communications In Rome

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A Summerville woman was jailed in Rome after reports said she harassed staff at Atrium Health Floyd.

According to Floyd County Jail records, 43-year-old Treva Misuni Wiggins of Summerville was taken into custody after allegedly contacting the hospital despite previously being banned from the facility.

Reports stated that Wiggins had been informed that Atrium Health Floyd would no longer provide her treatment. Despite that notice, authorities said she allegedly continued to contact the hospital, leading to the charge.

Wiggins was charged with harassing communications.