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August 16, 2026

Multi-Employer Job Fair Set for September 22 in Walker County

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Job seekers across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to connect with multiple employers during an upcoming hiring event in Walker County.

WorkSource Georgia and the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority will host a multi-employer job fair from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 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 a variety of available positions.

Those planning to attend are encouraged to create an individual WorkSource Georgia account before the event at www.worksourcegaportal.com.

Job seekers should also bring multiple copies of their resumes so they can speak with several employers and apply for available opportunities during the fair.

The event provides residents from across the four-county region with a chance to meet directly with employers and learn more about current job openings throughout Northwest Georgia.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hunters for the Hungry Helps Feed Georgians Through Donated Venison

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A Georgia program is turning successful deer harvests into meals for families in need across the state.

The Georgia Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry program allows hunters to donate harvested venison, which is then processed and distributed to food banks and other hunger-fighting organizations throughout Georgia.

The program also supports wildlife management efforts. Many landowners already work to control deer populations in order to protect crops, timber and other resources, and Hunters for the Hungry provides a way for that harvested game to benefit local communities.

According to the Georgia Department of Agriculture, the program received more than 140,000 pounds of donated venison last year, providing more than 579,000 meals to Georgians in need.

Supporters say the program combines conservation, responsible wildlife management and food assistance while making use of a valuable source of protein.

Hunters and others interested in supporting the effort can learn more through the Georgia Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry program at gwf.org/ghfth.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Museum of LaFayette Seeks Cherokee Artifacts for New Exhibit

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The Museum of LaFayette is asking area residents to help preserve and share an important part of Northwest Georgia’s history as it develops a new exhibit focusing on the Cherokee people, their lives, removal, and lasting legacy.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – August 15, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, August 15, 2026:

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Oppressive Heat Continues Across Northwest Georgia; Heat Index Could Reach 103 Today

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Dangerous summer heat will remain the main weather concern across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this weekend, with triple-digit heat index values expected and only limited relief during the overnight hours.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Most Chattooga County Boat Owners Will Not Receive A 2026 Tax Bill

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Most boat owners in Chattooga County will not receive a tax bill in 2026 following a change in state law that increased the exemption on boat accounts.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Charged With Public Indecency At Rome Movie Theater

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A Summerville man is accused of exposing himself in the parking lot of Movies at Berry Square in Rome.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Announces Fall Senior Scholars Program For Adults 55 And Older

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Adults age 55 and older will have an opportunity to continue learning, explore new interests and connect with others through the Fall 2026 Senior Scholars program at Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum.

The continuing education program, established in 1994, offers a variety of courses, lectures and special tours led by Berry College faculty and local experts.

This fall’s semester will feature more than 30 offerings covering history, literature, technology, the arts, wellness and local culture.

Participants will be able to explore topics ranging from the Declaration of Independence and the global response to the Holocaust to ballroom dancing, pickleball, mindfulness, creative writing and digital design using Canva.

Senior Scholars is designed to provide lifelong learning opportunities while also encouraging personal enrichment and community connections among participants.

The program is offered through Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum and Berry College.

Those interested in participating can contact Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum or visit its website for additional information about Fall 2026 courses, registration and scheduling.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Woman Arrested After Allegedly Stripping Down At Summerville News Office

A 37-year-old woman was arrested after authorities say she stripped down to her underwear and a sports bra inside The Summerville News office and then refused repeated requests from employees to leave.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Commissioners Set Special Work Session On FY2027 Budget, Millage Rate

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called work session next week to continue discussions surrounding the county’s upcoming budget and millage rate.

The work session is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, at 1 p.m. in the conference room of the Walker County Administration Building, Courthouse Annex I, located at 101 S. Duke Street in LaFayette.

According to the meeting agenda, commissioners will focus on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and millage rate.

The agenda calls for Chairwoman Teems to open the meeting, followed by attendance and discussion of the FY2027 budget and millage rate. The meeting will adjourn following that discussion.

The special called work session is open to the public.

Walker County says anyone requiring assistance to participate in the meeting due to a disability should contact the County Clerk prior to the meeting.

The meeting comes as county commissioners continue working through financial decisions that will determine spending priorities and the property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year.