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October 8, 2026

Warm, Sunny Thursday Before Tropical System Brings Weekend Rain And Wind

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Chattooga County will see another warm and dry day today, but residents should keep an eye on the forecast as a tropical system moving toward the Gulf Coast could bring heavy rain, gusty winds and possibly severe weather to Northwest Georgia this weekend.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested After Disturbance At China Restaurant In Summerville

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A 55-year-old man was arrested after deputies were called to China Restaurant in Summerville where employees said he was causing a disturbance and refusing to leave.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Vehicle Damaged While Parked At Summerville Residence

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Summerville Police responded to a Hawkins Drive residence after a vehicle owner reported discovering damage to her car.

According to a Summerville Police Department incident report, an officer responded to 515 Hawkins Drive and examined a 2020 Kia Optima that was parked on private property facing the residence.

Police said the vehicle had damage to the rear passenger-side bumper, which appeared to have become detached from the passenger side of the car. The officer reported that a cord or similar material had been used to temporarily hold the bumper in place. Heavy scratches were also visible in the damaged area.

Police spoke with Curtis Dillard, 60, who told the officer he had been operating the Kia and had last driven it approximately one day earlier. He said he had not driven the vehicle since that time.

The vehicle owner told police there were no known witnesses to the damage and no surveillance footage was available from the residence.

A police report was completed documenting the incident. The report does not indicate how the damage occurred or identify a suspect.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Salvation Army Angel Tree Sign-Up Underway For Chattooga County Families

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The Salvation Army of Rome is already preparing for Christmas, with registration now underway for its 2026 Angel Tree Christmas assistance program.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Primitive Weapons Deer Season Opens Saturday In Georgia

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Georgia deer hunters will have another opportunity to head into the woods beginning Saturday as the state’s week-long primitive weapons deer hunting season gets underway.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High Revising Severe Weather Procedures After Safety Review

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Chattooga County Schools will revise severe weather procedures at Chattooga High School after consulting with a Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency security specialist.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Breast Exams Offered At Chattooga County Health Department October 16

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The Chattooga County Health Department will offer free breast exams for qualifying uninsured and underinsured women age 40 and older on Friday, October 16.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Data Center Committee Reviews Proposed Development Standards

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Walker County officials are continuing work on proposed regulations governing future data center development, with a county study committee now reviewing a draft ordinance section by section.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Council Approves Nearly $100,000 Recreation Center Restroom Renovation

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The Summerville City Council has approved a contract for renovations to the restroom and changing room facilities at the Summerville Recreation Department, moving forward with a project WZQZ News has been following since August.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Police Respond To Dispute Over Living Arrangements At Summerville Home

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Summerville Police were called to a residence following a dispute involving a man who had been staying at the home and was reportedly no longer welcome there.