Free “Silent Night, Holy Night” Violin Concert Tonight in Summerville Featuring Acclaimed Violinist

A special night of Christmas music is planned for tonight at 7 p.m. at the Summerville Seventh-day Adventist Church, as acclaimed violinist Jaime brings his “Silent Night, Holy Night Violin Concert” to Chattooga County.

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City of Summerville Accepting Sealed Bids for Sludge Pad Project at Wastewater Treatment Plant

The City of Summerville is accepting sealed bids for the construction of a sludge pad at its Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), with proposals due by 2:00 p.m. on January 5, 2026.

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Arrest Report – Tuesday – December 16, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, December 16, 2025:

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Cool Start Gives Way to Midweek Warm-Up in Chattooga County, Rain Returns Thursday

Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to another clear and chilly day, but a noticeable warm-up is on the way as the week progresses.

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Walker County “Stocking Full of Love” Toy Store Helps 1,400 Children This Christmas

Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson says this year’s Stocking Full of Love toy store was a major success, providing holiday help for families across the county.

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Chattooga Library to Host “Holly Jolly Holiday Party” Dec. 18 in Summerville

Families across Chattooga County are invited to celebrate the season at the Holly Jolly Holiday Party at the Chattooga Library on Thursday, Dec. 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The event, hosted by the Sara Hightower Regional Library System, is open to the public and geared toward all ages. Organizers say the evening will feature a hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating, and a special holiday visit from Mrs. Claus.

The party will be held at the Chattooga Library, 360 Farrar Drive, Summerville.

Contraband Crackdown: Hays State Prison Again in the Spotlight as Smuggling Attempts Continue Across Georgia

An attempted drug-smuggling incident tied to Hays State Prison over the weekend is the latest reminder of a growing problem facing Georgia’s prison system: contraband—especially drugs and cell phones—continuing to make its way into facilities through increasingly aggressive and sophisticated methods.

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Georgia DPS Graduates New Commercial Vehicle Officers Following 19 Weeks of Training

The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE) Division of the Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) marked a major milestone Friday with the graduation of its 14th Commercial Vehicle Officer (CVO) School at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth.

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AAA: Cold Snap Brings a Cool Break on Georgia Gas Price Average

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While extreme cold settles across Georgia, drivers are seeing a bit of relief where it matters, at the pump as the state’s average gas price moved lower this week. As of Monday, the statewide average sits at $2.76 per gallon, though daily price changes remain possible.

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Cold Weather Advisory For Northwest Georgia – Warm Up On The Way

A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this Monday morning as a blast of Arctic air sends temperatures plunging into the teens, with wind chill values in the single digits in some locations. The coldest readings are expected in low-lying and rural areas, where residents may feel the harshest impacts during the early morning hours.

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