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June 4, 2026

Safety Day With The Summerville Fire Department Happening Today At Chattooga Library

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Children and families will have an opportunity to learn about fire safety and meet local firefighters during a special event happening today at the Chattooga County Library in Summerville.

The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is hosting Safety Day with the Summerville Fire Department today at 11 a.m. at the Chattooga Library, located at 360 Farrar Drive.

The event is designed for children ages 0 to 11 and will feature local firefighters sharing important safety information in a fun and engaging environment. Young attendees will also have the opportunity to tour a fire truck, meet firefighters, and learn about the equipment they use to protect the community.

Organizers say the program is intended to help children become more familiar with fire safety practices while giving them a chance to interact with local first responders.

The event is free and open to the public. Families are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this educational opportunity while school is out for the summer.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park Hosting Turtle Hike June 6

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Nature lovers of all ages are invited to lace up their hiking shoes and head to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park this weekend for a guided Turtle Hike.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Early Head Start Accepting Applications For Upcoming School Year

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Families in Chattooga County are encouraged to apply now as Chattooga Early Head Start begins accepting applications for the upcoming school year.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Students Named Gilman Scholars

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Three Berry College students have received Gilman Scholarships to support their study abroad programs in Japan, Spain and Costa Rica this summer.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – June 3, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, June 3, 2026:

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Cooler Mornings and Dry Conditions Through Saturday

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Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will continue to enjoy an unusually comfortable stretch of early June weather, with dry skies, cool mornings, and mild afternoon temperatures expected through the end of the work week.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Wild West Fun, Steam Train Arrival Planned At Summerville Depot Saturday

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A day of cowboy adventures, family activities, shopping, and railroad history is coming to downtown Summerville this Saturday as Summerville Main Street hosts its annual Wild West celebration at the Historic Summerville Depot.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Rising Housing Costs Continue To Squeeze Chattooga County Residents

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Finding affordable housing has become increasingly difficult for many families in Chattooga County as rent prices continue to rise while wages struggle to keep pace with the cost of living.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Foundation Scholarship Application Period Now Open

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Students planning to attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College now have an opportunity to apply for scholarship assistance through the GNTC Foundation.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Drivers Seeing Higher Gas Prices After Tax Suspension Ends

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The price of filling up is headed higher now that Georgia’s temporary gas tax suspension has expired.