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February 9, 2026

Adult Craft Event Planned at Chattooga Library

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Adults in Chattooga County are invited to take part in a creative afternoon at the Chattooga Library with an upcoming Adult Craft event scheduled for Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the library’s location on Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Participants will have the opportunity to relax and create a decorative vase for Valentine’s Day, with all supplies provided by the library. Organizers say registration is not required, and the event is open to the public.

The program is hosted by the Sara Hightower Regional Library System and is designed to offer adults a fun, stress-free way to connect and get creative. For more information, residents can call 706-857-2553 or stop by the Chattooga Library.

February 9, 2026

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Summerville Students Honored Among Newest National Technical Honor Society Inductees at GNTC

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Three students from Summerville were among 108 new inductees welcomed into Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s chapter of the National Technical Honor Society during a recent ceremony held on the college’s Gordon County Campus in Calhoun.

February 9, 2026

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Chattooga County Dairy Heifer Show Set for Feb. 14 at Ag Center in Summerville

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Chattooga County residents are invited to come out and support local student livestock projects during The Chattooga County Dairy Heifer Show, set for Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center in Summerville.

Organizers say the event is open to the public and is aimed at showcasing and encouraging the county’s dairy exhibitors. Concessions will be available, and cow patty bingo squares will be sold during the event. Cow patty bingo begins at 12 p.m., and the winner will receive $150.

The Chattooga County Agricultural Center is located at 40 Middle School Road in Summerville.

February 9, 2026

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Chattooga Sheriff Warns of Rising Jail Bond and Ankle Monitor Scam Calls

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Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader is warning area residents as reports increase of scams involving fake jail bond payments and ankle monitor fees across Chattooga County and surrounding areas.

February 8, 2026

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Summerville City Council Meeting Monday Evening

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The Summerville City Council will hold its regular called meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., but this month’s session will not be held at Summerville City Hall where meetings are normally conducted. Instead, the meeting will take place at the Summerville Recreation Center on Highway 100.

February 8, 2026

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Becky Duke Honored for 50 Years of Service to Chattooga County

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Becky Duke was honored this past week for an extraordinary milestone — 50 years of service to Chattooga County.

February 8, 2026

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Chattooga County Animal Shelter Launches “Adopt a Kitty Corner” Sponsorship Program

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is inviting the community to help support cats in its care through a new initiative called “Adopt a Kitty Corner.” The program allows businesses, families, classrooms, organizations, and individuals to sponsor a cat space inside the shelter and directly support cats as they wait for adoption.

February 8, 2026

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Housing Affordability Squeeze Grows in Chattooga County as Prices Rise and Rentals Stay Tight

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For many families in Chattooga County, housing is still considered “more affordable than the big cities” — but that doesn’t mean it feels affordable on a local paycheck.

February 8, 2026

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Red Cross Urges Caregivers in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to Get CPR/AED Training During Heart Month

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Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, millions of Americans are balancing the role of caregiver — often caring for young children and aging loved ones at the same time. Yet many caregivers say they are not prepared to respond to a medical emergency like cardiac arrest, even though it can happen suddenly and without warning.

February 7, 2026

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Fire Danger and Strong Winds Impact Chattooga County, Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are dealing with a mix of cold, wind, and fire weather concerns this weekend as a Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for much of north and east central Georgia on Saturday.