
Visitors to Georgia’s state parks see the trails, picnic shelters, campgrounds, lakes and other amenities, but much of the work that helps improve and preserve those parks is supported by volunteers working behind the scenes.

Visitors to Georgia’s state parks see the trails, picnic shelters, campgrounds, lakes and other amenities, but much of the work that helps improve and preserve those parks is supported by volunteers working behind the scenes.

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

A Heat Advisory remains in effect today across much of North and Central Georgia as another hot and humid afternoon is expected. In Chattooga County, the high will reach around 95 degrees, with the heat index potentially climbing to around 102.

The City of Summerville has formally expressed its support for the PROPEL Program, a University of Georgia initiative designed to help rural communities develop strategies for long-term economic growth and stability.

A community voter registration and education event called “Power to the Polls” will be held Saturday, September 19, from 10 AM until 2 PM at the Fairway Recreation Center, 81 Senior Drive in Summerville.
The event is being hosted by Summerville City Councilwoman Simone Adams and Ashley Adams and will offer voter registration assistance and verification.
Organizers say those attending should bring a valid photo ID.
The event will also feature free lunch while supplies last, along with giveaways and prizes throughout the day.
“Power to the Polls” is being promoted as a community voter registration and education initiative under the theme “Your Voice, Your Vote.”
Anyone with questions or interested in volunteering can call 706-537-3869.

Chattooga County voters who plan to vote by absentee ballot in the November 3 General and Special Election can now submit their applications.
According to Chattooga County Elections and Registration, absentee-by-mail applications must be received between August 17 and October 23, 2026.
The first absentee ballots will be mailed beginning October 5.
Completed absentee ballots must be received by the Registrar’s Office no later than 7 PM on Election Day, November 3. Officials say absentee ballots should not be turned in at Election Day polling locations. Ballots taken to a polling location on Election Day will be voided or cancelled and must instead be returned to the Registrar’s Office at 10017 Commerce Street in Summerville.
Different deadlines apply to voters covered under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act.
Voters with questions about absentee voting can contact Chattooga County Elections and Registration.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 5, 2026:

The Model Blue Devils continued their strong start to the 2026 season Friday night, defeating the Chattooga Indians 42-7 at the Little Big Horn.

Dangerous late-summer heat will continue across Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia today, with the National Weather Service keeping a Heat Advisory in effect until 8 PM this evening.

A Summerville woman reported a missing purse to the Summerville Police Department after discovering it was no longer in her vehicle.
According to an incident report, Brandy Leigh Arnold told police that while her vehicle was parked on the side of the road on Bellah Avenue near Espy Street, her purse was removed from the vehicle.
Arnold said she had been away from the vehicle from approximately 8:30 AM until 2:26 PM on September 2.
The missing purse was described as baby blue with stiff handles. Inside was a brown wallet with “L” symbols on it containing Arnold’s driver’s license, credit cards and Social Security card.
The incident was documented by the Summerville Police Department as lost/missing property.