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February 4, 2026

Summerville Man Charged After Police Say Neighbor’s Dog Was Shot

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A Summerville man was arrested this week after police say he shot his neighbor’s dog after blaming it for killing his chickens. Summerville Police say 34-year-old Cody Allen Lane allegedly went onto the victim’s property on Roosevelt Street on New Year’s Day, told the dog’s owner he intended to kill the dog, then took the animal by the collar, dragged it into a wooded area, and shot it. Lane was charged this week by Summerville Police, and the case is scheduled to be heard in Summerville Municipal Court with a court date set for April 7, 2026.

February 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Public Library Announces 2026 Royal Ball Dates, Tickets On Sale February 3

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The Chattooga Public Library has announced its annual Royal Ball, set for March 14th, 20th, and 21st, 2026, with festivities beginning at 5:30 PM each evening. Families are invited to “join the princesses” for food, fun, and dancing.

Tickets go on sale February 3rd during library hours and cost $10, with each ticket admitting one child and one adult. For more information, contact the library at 706-857-2553—and organizers note that no tickets will be sold or reserved by phone.

February 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Animal Shelter Launches “Adopt a Kennel” Sponsorship Program

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is inviting the community to help support local dogs through a new “Adopt a Kennel” sponsorship program. The program is open to businesses, individuals, classrooms, families, and anyone who wants to help, offering a direct way to support the shelter and the animals in its care.

February 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Retired Brigadier General Shawn Harris to Host Town Hall in Summerville Ahead of March 10 Special Election

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The public is invited to attend a Town Hall hosted by (Ret.) Brigadier General Shawn Harris on Thursday, February 5th in Summerville. Harris is a candidate in the March 10 special election to fill the U.S. House seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.

February 2, 2026

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Arrest Report – Monday – February 2, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, February 2, 2026:

February 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Community Comes Together to Help Remove Fire-Damaged Henry’s BBQ

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Godfrey’s Tree Service is expressing heartfelt thanks to the many community members, volunteers, and businesses who stepped up to help with the demolition and cleanup of the fire-destroyed, longtime local favorite Henry’s BBQ. What unfolded over the cleanup effort was more than a job—it was a powerful example of community spirit in action.

February 2, 2026

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Summerville City Council to Hold Special Called Meeting This Evening

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The Summerville City Council will meet in a Special Called Meeting this evening, Monday, February 2, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Summerville City Hall. The agenda includes a discussion of the FY 2025–2026 Mid-Year Budget, including presentations from Natural Gas Connection (NGC), Carter & Sloope, and the FY 2025–2026 Mid-Year Budget presentation. The meeting will also include public comments before adjournment. You can see the complete agenda for tonight’s meeting below:

February 2, 2026

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Subway Locations Earn Perfect Health Inspection Scores in Late January Checks

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Two Subway locations in Chattooga County received perfect scores in the latest round of health inspections released by the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department for the last half of January 2026.

SUBWAY 13814 at 9880 Commerce Street earned a score of 100 on its January 29, 2026 inspection.

SUBWAY 33504 at 13427 Highway 27 also received a 100 on its January 22, 2026 inspection. Both locations are permitted as food service establishments in Chattooga County.

Should you ever have a complaint about any food service or tourist accommodation operating in Chattooga County, you may register that complaint by calling the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department at 706-857-3377.

The two Subway locations were the only health inspections reported for the last half of January.

February 1, 2026

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Final Day for Summerville Spring Sports Registration is Today

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Today marks the final day for Spring Sports Registration for the 2026 season through Summerville Parks and Recreation.

Online registration is open through the end of the day today, Sunday, February 1 at www.summervillerec.org.

Sports offered for the spring season include Tee-Ball, Baseball, Softball, and Volleyball.

Officials also remind parents that the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) has updated its age control date for baseball and softball. Player ages for those sports will now be determined based on age as of June 30, 2026.

Summerville Parks and Recreation encourages families to complete registration before the deadline and review the updated age guidelines prior to signing up.

January 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Early Head Start Hiring Two Teacher Positions in Chattooga County

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The Family Resource Agency of North Georgia Head Start/Early Head Start/Pre-K Program is accepting applications for two Early Head Start Teacher positions at the Chattooga Head Start/Early Head Start location. The start date will be determined later, and the positions are full-time at 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with no weekends, totaling 1,976 annual hours.