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August 18, 2026

Richard B. Russell Regional Airport Manager Earns National Accreditation

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The manager of Richard B. Russell Regional Airport in Rome has earned a prestigious professional accreditation held by fewer than six percent of members of the American Association of Airport Executives.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Students Get Free Admission On Opening Night Of Chattooga County Fair

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Students will get into the Chattooga County Agricultural Fair free on opening night, as the annual fair prepares to return to Summerville later this month.

Opening night is Thursday, August 27, with the fair open from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. According to the Chattooga County Fair, every student who comes through the gate Thursday night will receive free admission.

Thursday will also feature the fair’s lowest-priced armband night, with unlimited rides for $25.

Fairgoers can expect the traditional midway experience with rides, games, prizes and plenty of fair food, including funnel cakes.

The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is held at 40 Middle School Road in Summerville.

The fair continues through the weekend, giving families across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia several opportunities to enjoy one of the community’s annual late-summer traditions.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Climb As Oil Markets React To Middle East Uncertainty

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Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as rising crude oil prices and continued uncertainty surrounding the war in the Middle East put upward pressure on gasoline prices.

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

Arrest Report – Monday – August 17, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, August 17, 2026:

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dangerous Heat Continues Monday With Strong Storms Possible In North Georgia

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Dangerous heat will remain the biggest weather concern across Northwest Georgia today, but forecasters are also watching the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms to move into North Georgia later Monday evening.

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

Northwest Georgia Inland Port Sets Record With 41% Jump in July Cargo

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Northwest Georgia’s Appalachian Regional Port is reporting record-breaking business, with container traffic jumping 41 percent in July as the inland terminal continues to expand its role in connecting the region’s manufacturers and businesses with global markets.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

WZQZ Pet of the Week: Meet Simba

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This week’s WZQZ Pet of the Week is Simba, a lovable boy waiting at the Chattooga County Animal Shelter for someone to give him a forever home.

Simba is described as the total package, with a gentle and loving temperament and a big “teddy bear” personality.

He enjoys running, playing and having fun, but when playtime is finished, Simba is perfectly happy turning into a couch potato and relaxing by your side.

Shelter staff say Simba would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a dog who can enjoy an adventure and then come home and settle in for plenty of cuddles.

And Simba’s adoption fee is just $25.

Anyone interested in meeting Simba can visit or contact the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, located at 464 Red Oak Drive in Summerville.

The shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesdays are available by appointment.

For additional information about Simba or other animals available for adoption, call the shelter at 706-857-0679.

If Simba sounds like the companion your family has been looking for, consider stopping by the shelter and meeting this week’s WZQZ Pet of the Week.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summer Heat Brings Higher Power Bills — And Renewed Scrutiny of Georgia Power Rates

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With temperatures pushing into the upper 90s and heat index readings topping 100 degrees across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, air conditioners are working overtime — and many households are seeing the consequences when their electric bills arrive.