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April 29, 2026

City Of Summerville Seeking Bids For Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion

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The City of Summerville is accepting sealed bids for the construction and installation of an outdoor basketball court clear-span pavilion.

Bids will be received at Summerville City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue, until 10:00 AM on May 22, 2026. Bids will be opened the same day at 10:00 AM in the City Hall Council Room.

The project is listed as RFB-2026-123 Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion. All bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes with the project name clearly marked on the outside.

City officials say bids must remain valid for 60 business days, and late submissions will not be accepted. The bid will not be awarded until designated city officials have had time to review each submission.

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April 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Theft Reported On Highland Avenue In Summerville

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The Summerville Police Department is investigating a theft by taking case reported at a residence on Highland Avenue.

According to the incident report, the case involves stolen property from the home, including several cans of Diet Coke with a reported value of about five dollars.

The incident was classified as “all other larceny,” and no suspect information was immediately available at the time of the report. Authorities say the case remains under investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Summerville Police Department.

April 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Burglary Reported At Summerville Residence On Houston London Drive

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The Summerville Police Department is investigating a burglary reported at a residence on Houston London Drive.

According to the incident report, the break-in involved a home where several items were taken, including a smoker grill, a Black Cricket cellphone, and a 50-inch Roku flat screen television. The total value of the stolen property was estimated at more than $1,100.

The victim told officers the residence had been locked prior to the incident, and there were no obvious signs of forced entry when the report was taken. Authorities say the items were discovered missing after the fact, and the case has been turned over for further investigation.

Police have not released any suspect information at this time. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Summerville Police Department as the investigation continues.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Rabies Clinic Scheduled

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Summerville Veterinary Clinic will host a rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, May 16, at Chattooga High School.

The clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the school’s parking lot. Pet owners are asked to enter from the Highway 100 entrance and follow posted signs and arrows.

Rabies vaccinations will be available for $10 each. The clinic will be conducted as a drive-through service, with pets remaining inside vehicles while vaccinations are administered.

Organizers say the event offers a convenient and affordable way for residents to keep their pets up to date on rabies vaccinations.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Plant Swap Set For May 2 In Teloga

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The 6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap is set to take place Saturday, May 2, at Teloga Spring Farm in Summerville.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hurley Community Development Center Earns Michael L. Starr Award

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A major preservation project in Summerville has received one of Georgia’s top historic preservation honors.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

National Day Of Prayer In Chattooga County Set For May 7

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The National Day of Prayer in Chattooga County will be observed on Thursday, May 7, beginning at 6:30 PM.

Pastor Gary Howell of United Christian Fellowship says the gathering will be held at the Open Air Pavilion in downtown Summerville. In the event of rain, the observance will be moved to the Chattooga County Ag Center.

The National Day of Prayer is held each year on the first Thursday in May, inviting communities across the country to gather in prayer for the nation, its leaders, families, schools, churches, and local communities.

The public is invited to attend.

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Grand Jury Returns Recent Indictments

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The Chattooga County Grand Jury has handed down several indictments against individuals, according to Superior Court records.

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

First Farm Stand Card Program Kicks Off In Chattooga County

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The Chattooga County Young Farmers Association is launching its first Farm Stand Card program during the months of May and June, giving residents a fun way to support local farmers and farm stands.

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Early Voting Begins Today For Georgia Primary Election

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Early voting is now underway across Chattooga County and the state of Georgia as the General Primary election approaches.