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August 19, 2026

Summerville Man Reports Attempted Burglary On Martin Street

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Summerville Police responded to a Martin Street residence after a homeowner reported an attempted burglary in which he armed himself and went outside to investigate.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Police Charge Driver With DUI Following Motorcycle Crash

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A motorcycle crash at the intersection of Highland Avenue and Commerce Street led to a DUI charge early Friday morning, according to the Summerville Police Department.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Postal Carrier Bitten By Dog While Delivering Mail In Summerville

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A United States Postal Service employee was bitten by a dog while delivering mail at a Summerville residence last week, according to an incident report from the Summerville Police Department.

Officer Joshua Mitchell reported that he met with complainant Ethan York at the United States Postal Service on August 11 following the incident.

According to the report, York said he was delivering mail at a residence on Hinton Street when he approached the front door. As he reached the residence, a dog inside the home began barking.

York told police that the homeowner opened the front door to allow her dog outside. The report states that the dog ran toward York and bit him on the inside of his right leg, behind his right knee.

Police photographed the injury and provided York with information concerning the dog.

The Summerville Police Department report states that the dog was reported to be current on all required vaccinations through Summerville Veterinary Hospital.

No additional injuries or charges were listed in the incident narrative.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Accused Of Threatening Pay-n-Tote Employee In Summerville

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Summerville Police responded to the Pay-n-Tote on Lyerly Highway last week after a man allegedly confronted an employee and made threatening statements, according to an incident report from the Summerville Police Department.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Accused of Taking Red Dolly From Rome Boulevard Property

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A Summerville man was arrested after police say he took a red dolly from another man’s property on Rome Boulevard and later told an officer he wanted to borrow it.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Police Arrest Driver Following Sovereign Citizen Claims

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A traffic stop in Summerville resulted in an arrest after police say a driver refused to provide a driver’s license and made statements associated with the “Sovereign Citizen” movement.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Police Investigate Alleged Shoplifting at Dollar General

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The Summerville Police Department investigated a reported shoplifting incident at the Dollar General located at Commerce Street and Kelly Street after a store employee reported seeing a man allegedly conceal merchandise and leave without paying.

August 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville City Council To Meet Today With Police Vehicles, Employee Pay And City Projects On Agenda

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The Summerville City Council will meet today, Monday, August 10, for its regular called meeting, with several purchases, personnel matters and city projects scheduled for discussion and possible action.

The meeting begins at 5 p.m. at Summerville City Hall. The agenda lists Mayor Rickey Hughes along with council members Simone Adams, Dana W. Mosley, Jeff Martin, Joe Money Jr. and Zachary Martin.

Mayor Hughes’ comments will include announcements and a proclamation for Terry Money. The council will also consider approval of minutes from its July 13 regular called meeting.

Several items are included on the consent agenda. The council is being asked to authorize the city manager to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between Mountain Education and the City of Summerville. Proposed amendments to city policies concerning employee concerns, disciplinary actions and terminations are also listed.

Council members will consider several sign requests along with a Georgia Environmental Finance Authority resolution concerning a loan modification. The agenda also calls for approval of a $6,400 NyHart service agreement for actuarial valuation work and the purchase of various-sized Hymax couplings from Ferguson Waterworks for $18,569.70.

Under new business, the council is scheduled to discuss and possibly take action on a resolution reinstating the city’s Code of Ordinances regarding buildings and building regulations. Council members will also consider a pay increase for the Public Safety Director due to additional duties and approve pay for the interim Water Treatment Plant supervisor.

Another major item involves the proposed purchase of two police vehicles from Prater Ford. The agenda lists a cost not to exceed $45,331.76 for each base vehicle, along with $11,918 per vehicle to install emergency equipment through Coosa Valley Communications and additional costs for vehicle lettering through Hi-Tech Signs & Graphs.

The council will also consider quotes for a metal maintenance shop and a concrete pad for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. An executive session concerning personnel is also on the agenda.

Here is the complete agenda for the meeting:

August 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Traffic Stop Leads To Marijuana Citation

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A Lyerly man was cited on a marijuana possession charge following a traffic stop in Summerville, according to a Summerville Police Department incident report.

August 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mississippi Man Arrested For DUI After Traffic Stop In Summerville

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A Mississippi man was arrested in Summerville after a police officer reported observing a vehicle traveling well above the posted speed limit during the early morning hours of July 31.