Deadline Nears for Water Benefit Appointments Linked to PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit

Residents who selected the settlement water benefit connected to the Summerville drinking water lawsuit are being reminded that a critical deadline is approaching. Claimants must call Fontis Water at (678) 494-1981 to schedule a delivery appointment by January 31, 2026. Officials say anyone who fails to schedule by that date will forfeit the water benefit.

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Black-Eyed Pea Luncheon to Follow First Day Hike at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park Story:

Visitors ringing in the New Year at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park are invited to stay for a traditional Southern meal after their hike. The Friends of James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park will host a Black-Eyed Pea Luncheon on January 1, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Picnic Shelter 4.

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Lyerly Senior Reports Suspected Debit Card Fraud

An 82-year-old Lyerly woman has reported suspected financial card fraud after her bank advised her to file a report with the Summerville Police Department, highlighting a growing problem that law enforcement and consumer advocates say can strike anyone — but often targets seniors.

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6th Annual Subligna Christmas Parade Set for Tuesday Evening, December 23

Residents in the Subligna Community are invited out for the 6th Annual Subligna Christmas Parade Tuesday evening, December 23, a community tradition that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues as a celebration of local spirit and pride.

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New Georgia Tags, Dealer Rules Coming in 2026; Chattooga Tax Commissioner Explains What Drivers Should Know

Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton says local drivers are already asking about Georgia’s new specialty license plates and changes tied to temporary tags heading into 2026 — and she wants residents to know how the process will work locally.

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Liberty Mutual, Safeco Customers in Georgia to See More Auto Insurance Savings After New Rate Cuts

Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced additional insurance savings for Liberty Mutual and Safeco customers across Georgia following newly approved rate reductions for both companies.

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Hydrant Flushing Scheduled in Southeast Summerville on December 22

The City of Summerville Fire Department has announced a planned fire hydrant flushing operation set for Monday, December 22, 2025, running from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The work will focus on southeast Summerville, including the Highway 27 area, Lake Wanda Reita Road, and the Washington Avenue area.

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Arrest Report – Sunday – December 21, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, December 21, 2025:

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Springlike Warmth Builds Across Chattooga County Ahead of Christmas

If it doesn’t feel like late December in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia, you’re not imagining it. A warmer-than-normal pattern is taking hold and will only strengthen as we move through the week and into the Christmas holiday.

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Arrest Report – Saturday – December 20, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, December 20, 2025:

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