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September 9, 2026

Four Arrested After Meth Seized During Turkey Mountain Road Search

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Four people were arrested after officers with the Rome-Floyd Metro Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence on Turkey Mountain Road in the Armuchee area.

According to Floyd County Jail records, officers seized more than an ounce of methamphetamine, along with digital scales and packaging materials.

Roland Jovan Johnson, 45, and Marissa Shaye Cannon, 27, are both charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.

James Darrell Cagle Jr., 45, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

David Johnson, 58, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and theft by receiving stolen property. Jail records indicate that charge is connected to a stolen Can-Am Defender vehicle found during the investigation.

The case remains part of the Rome-Floyd Metro Task Force’s ongoing drug enforcement efforts in Floyd County.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Historic District Hill Cemetery Project Nears Completion In Walker County

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A decade-long effort to preserve and honor an important piece of African American history in Walker County is nearing completion, with a formal dedication ceremony now scheduled for next month.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Council Approves $5-Per-Hour Pay Increase For Firefighters

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The Trion Town Council has approved a significant pay increase for firefighters, a move aimed at improving compensation and helping retain fire personnel.

During the council’s August 27 meeting, Mayor Mickey McGraw made a motion to increase firefighter pay by $5 per hour. The motion was seconded and received unanimous approval from the council.

Under an ongoing cost-sharing arrangement between the town and Mount Vernon Mills, the company will pay half of the increase, or $2.50 per hour.

The increase represents an effort by town officials to improve compensation for the firefighters who provide emergency response and fire protection services to the Trion community.

The unanimous vote puts the higher hourly pay in place with the cost of the increase shared equally between the Town of Trion and Mount Vernon Mills.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – September 8, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, September 8, 2026:

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sunny And Warmer Today; Rain Chances Return By The Weekend

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Northwest Georgia will see plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures today, with the dry weather expected to continue through much of the workweek before rain and thunderstorm chances return heading into the weekend.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Groceries And Clothes Closet Available Thursday In Trion

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There’s Hope for the Hungry will be in Trion this Thursday, September 10, offering free groceries to area residents.

The food distribution will be held at Central Avenue Baptist Church in Trion from 10 AM until 1 PM.

No identification is required to receive groceries. However, recipients must be present to receive the food.

The free Clothes Closet will also be open Thursday from 10 AM until 12:30 PM. The Clothes Closet is located at 14074 Highway 27 in Trion, behind Dixie Subs.

Residents who could benefit from either program are encouraged to take advantage of the services and to share the information with friends, neighbors or family members who may need assistance.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Taliaferro Creek Among North Georgia Waters Stocked With Trout

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Anglers in Chattooga County have another opportunity for trout fishing following the latest round of stocking by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Continues Fight To Eradicate Invasive Yellow-Legged Hornet

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Georgia agriculture officials are continuing an aggressive effort to track and eradicate the invasive yellow-legged hornet, with more than 1,000 of the insects found during August alone.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lawsuit Filed Over 2025 Chattooga County Prisoner Transport Crash

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A Centre, Alabama woman has filed a lawsuit against Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader and a sheriff’s office employee, alleging she suffered serious injuries when a prisoner transport van crashed in July 2025.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Remain Elevated After Labor Day Weekend

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Georgia motorists are starting the shortened work week with gasoline prices still well above where they were a year ago.