August 22, 2026

Arrest Report – Saturday – August 22, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, August 22, 2026:

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sunny, Less Humid Weather Arrives For The Weekend

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can look forward to a noticeably more comfortable weekend as drier air moves into the region, bringing plenty of sunshine, lower humidity and cooler nighttime temperatures.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Rolls Past Gordon Lee While Chattooga Falls To LaFayette In Season Openers

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Trion 36 – Gordon Lee 7

LaFayette 33 – Chattooga 14

Trion Rolls Past Gordon Lee 36-7 In Season Opener

The Trion Bulldogs opened the 2026 football season in impressive fashion Friday night, defeating longtime rival Gordon Lee 36-7 at Sam R. McCain Memorial Stadium.

The victory gives Trion a 1-0 start to the season under head coach Sean Patrick and provides an early boost for a Bulldog team looking to build on last year’s playoff appearance. The win was also a measure of revenge for Trion after Gordon Lee defeated the Bulldogs 23-12 in Chickamauga last season.

Trion established control of Friday night’s game and never allowed Gordon Lee to generate enough offense to seriously threaten the Bulldogs’ lead. The Bulldogs put 36 points on the scoreboard while holding the Trojans to a single touchdown.

The performance was particularly encouraging for a Trion program that entered the season emphasizing improvement on both sides of the football. The Bulldogs returned several experienced players from last year’s team, including quarterback and defensive back Linc Allen, running back and linebacker Landon Kimbell, and Hudson Thomas at defensive end and tight end.

Friday night’s victory also reversed the outcome of the most recent meeting in a rivalry that has featured plenty of memorable games. Trion has enjoyed considerable success in the series in recent years, including wins of 30-6 in 2024, 56-14 in 2023 and 45-19 in 2022.

The 36-7 final puts Trion at 1-0, while Gordon Lee begins the season at 0-1.

The Bulldogs won’t have long to celebrate.

Trion will remain at home next Friday, August 28, when the Bulldogs welcome the Model Blue Devils to Sam R. McCain Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

LaFayette Tops Chattooga 33-14 In Season Opener

The Chattooga Indians opened the 2026 football season at home Friday night, falling to the LaFayette Ramblers 33-14 at the Little Big Horn.

LaFayette was able to build the advantage it needed and keep Chattooga from mounting a comeback, handing the Indians a loss in their first game of the new season. The victory moves LaFayette to 1-0, while Chattooga begins the year at 0-1.

Chattooga reached the end zone twice during the contest, but the Indians were unable to keep pace with a LaFayette offense that finished the night with 33 points.

The season opener was an early test for a Chattooga team that entered 2026 determined to return to the state playoffs after narrowly missing the postseason last year.

Head coach Roone Gable and the Indians entered the season with several returning contributors and an emphasis on developing the team’s younger players while building around the experience returning on both sides of the football.

Friday night’s game also continued a longtime Northwest Georgia matchup between the two programs. LaFayette has now won the last two meetings after defeating Chattooga 25-0 in 2025. Chattooga’s most recent victory in the series came in 2024, when the Indians defeated the Ramblers 30-0 at the Little Big Horn.

Chattooga will now have an open week, giving the Indians additional time to evaluate the opener and prepare for their next opponent.

The Indians return to action Friday, September 4, when the Model Blue Devils come to the Little Big Horn for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff.

Chattooga will then begin Region 7-AA play the following week, making the Model game another important opportunity for the Indians to make adjustments before the region portion of the schedule gets underway.

Final: LaFayette 33, Chattooga 14.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Gas Department Seeks Public Input Through Natural Gas Survey

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The City of Summerville Gas Department is asking residents and business owners throughout its service area to participate in a Natural Gas Public Awareness Survey.

City officials say the survey is designed to measure how well customers understand natural gas pipeline information and safety awareness. Feedback from the public will help the department evaluate its public education efforts and identify areas where additional information may be needed.

The Summerville Gas Department serves customers not only inside the City of Summerville, but also in surrounding portions of Chattooga County and in the Armuchee and northern Floyd County area.

Residents and business owners can complete the survey by downloading it from the City of Summerville website. Paper copies are also available at Summerville City Hall, and completed surveys may be mailed to P.O. Box 580, Summerville, Georgia 30747.

The city says participation will help support local infrastructure and contribute to a safer and more reliable natural gas system for the communities served by the department.

The survey and additional information are available through the City of Summerville’s website HERE

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Food Talk Workshop Coming To LaFayette-Walker County Library

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Walker County residents will have an opportunity this fall to learn how to eat healthier, stretch their grocery budgets and prepare nutritious meals during a free Food Talk workshop series in LaFayette.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Concerned Citizens Offering Free Property Tax Appeal Forms Today In Summerville

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Chattooga County property owners who want to appeal their 2026 property assessment can pick up a free appeal form in downtown Summerville today.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

4-H And FFA Poultry Show And Auction Set For Chattooga County Fair

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Months of work by local 4-H and FFA members will be on display next weekend when the 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair hosts its annual 4-H and FFA Poultry Show and Auction.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Multi-Employer Job Fair Coming To Walker County Civic Center

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Job seekers from across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity next month to meet with employers from several counties during a multi-employer job fair in Walker County.

WorkSource Georgia and the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority will host the event on Tuesday, September 22, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 North Highway 27 in Rock Spring.

Employers from Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade and Walker counties are expected to participate and will be recruiting for available positions.

Organizers are encouraging job seekers to prepare in advance by creating an individual account through the WorkSource Georgia portal before attending. Applicants should also bring multiple copies of their resumes to share with prospective employers.

The job fair is designed to connect area residents directly with companies that are currently hiring and give employers an opportunity to meet potential workers from throughout the four-county region.

The event is being co-sponsored by the Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce, Chattooga Chamber of Commerce, Alliance for Dade and The Walker Chamber of Commerce.

The multi-employer job fair will be held Tuesday, September 22, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Assigns Mickey Floyd To Building Inspection Duties

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The City of Summerville is moving to strengthen its building inspection program, with Mickey Floyd taking on additional responsibilities as a building inspector while continuing his work with the city’s fire department.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Data Center Standards Committee To Hold First Meeting

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Walker County officials are beginning a formal review of local regulations governing data centers, with the first meeting of the newly formed Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee scheduled for next week.