Georgia Democrats made sweeping gains in Tuesday’s General Election, winning every statewide office on the ballot, taking control of the Georgia House of Representatives for the first time in more than two decades and narrowing the Republican majority in the state Senate.
The Salvation Army of Rome is seeking volunteers and community support for its annual holiday programs, which provide Christmas assistance to families and senior citizens throughout the area, including Chattooga County.
The Summerville Police Department responded to a single-vehicle accident Wednesday night, November 4, after a driver reportedly crashed into a retaining wall along Jakeville Avenue.
The Chattooga County Historical Society will hold its November meeting this Sunday, November 8, offering an opportunity for residents to learn more about local history while visiting one of the county’s historic homes.
The Chattooga County Library is bringing back its annual “Food For Fines” program, giving patrons an opportunity to reduce overdue library fines while helping provide food for families in need.
The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is offering the program through December 19, allowing library patrons to exchange canned food donations for reductions in their outstanding fines.
For every canned food item donated, participants will receive a $2 credit toward overdue fines, up to a maximum of $20 in savings.
Library officials say the program provides an opportunity for patrons to clear up overdue fines while supporting the local community kitchen and helping provide food for those in need.
Residents who do not have outstanding library fines are also encouraged to participate by donating canned food items.
The Chattooga County Public Library is located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.
The “Food For Fines” program continues through December 19.
Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen says the county is making significant financial progress, pointing to the recently completed 2025 audit and changes in county accounting procedures as evidence of efforts to improve financial management, strengthen oversight and maintain adequate cash reserves.
The principal of Dade County High School in Trenton is facing additional felony charges, including rape, child molestation and aggravated sexual battery, following his arrest last week in an ongoing investigation into alleged sexual misconduct.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, November 5, 2026:
Dense fog is creating hazardous driving conditions across Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia early Thursday morning, but sunshine and mild temperatures are expected later today before cooler weather arrives for the weekend.
The Menlo Lions Club is getting ready for its annual Brunswick stew fundraiser, and anyone wanting to purchase stew is encouraged to place an order today, Thursday, November 5.
Club members will be cooking the stew on Friday, November 6, with orders ready for pickup Saturday morning, November 7, from 7 AM until 10 AM at the Menlo School lunchroom.
The homemade Brunswick stew will be available for $30 per gallon or $8 per quart.
The annual fundraiser helps the Menlo Lions Club provide scholarships for graduating seniors at Chattooga High School.
The stew sale has become a community tradition, with Lions Club members preparing the stew ahead of Saturday’s pickup.
Residents who want to support the scholarship program and enjoy some homemade Brunswick stew are encouraged to get their orders in today so club members can plan for Friday’s cooking.
Pickup will be Saturday morning at the Menlo School lunchroom between 7 and 10 AM.
Anyone interested in purchasing Brunswick stew or getting additional information can contact Lee Majors at 706-862-2857 or Elaine at 706-844-2349.
