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May 30, 2026

Plenty Happening Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia Today

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Several events are happening today, Saturday, May 30, giving families across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia a variety of ways to spend the day.

May 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Couple Charged With Child Trafficking, Rape, And Aggravated Sodomy

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A Walker County couple is facing multiple serious felony charges following an investigation into alleged child abuse and trafficking.

According to the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation began May 15 after deputies received a tip concerning possible abuse involving a child.

Investigators later obtained warrants charging 60-year-old David Rutherford and 43-year-old Heather Rutherford, both of Flintstone, with trafficking, rape, and aggravated sodomy.

Deputies executed a search warrant May 22 at a residence on Nancy Lane in Flintstone as part of the ongoing investigation.

Authorities say the couple had already been taken into custody in Rhea County, Tennessee before the search warrant was carried out.

Officials stated the arrests were made without incident and involved coordination between the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, and the Rhea County Sheriff’s Office.

The investigation remains ongoing.

May 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Commissioners To Consider Rezoning Requests, Road Closure, And County Projects

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 4th at 6:30 p.m. at the Walker County Courthouse Annex IV in LaFayette.

May 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Rain Chances Ease Slightly, But Stormy Pattern Sticks Around In Northwest Georgia

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Northwest Georgia will get a little break from the heavier coverage of showers and storms today and Thursday, but the rainy pattern is far from over.

May 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heavy Rain, Flooding Threat And Strong Storms Continue Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia should prepare for several more days of wet and stormy weather as an active weather pattern continues to bring repeated rounds of showers and thunderstorms across the region.

May 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

LaFayette Honeybee Festival Returns May 30 With Music, Food, and Family Fun

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The annual LaFayette Honeybee Festival is set for Saturday, May 30, 2026, in downtown LaFayette, Georgia, bringing a full day of entertainment, educational activities, food, and family fun to Northwest Georgia.

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Animal Shelter Temporarily Closes After Canine Distemper Case

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The Walker County Animal Shelter will be closed for at least 30 days after a litter of surrendered puppies tested positive for canine distemper virus.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lee Bohannon Named Interim Head Football Coach At LaFayette High School

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LaFayette High School has announced Lee Bohannon as the interim head football coach for the upcoming 2026 football season.

May 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Offers Relief Ahead Of Memorial Day Travel

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As Memorial Day weekend and the summer travel season approach, Georgia drivers are getting some relief from the state’s extended gas tax suspension.

May 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Peaceful Protest Held In Downtown Summerville Supporting Trion Student In ICE Custody

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Members of the Chattooga County Democratic Party organized a peaceful protest in downtown Summerville on Saturday in support of a Trion High School student currently being held by federal immigration authorities.