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August 31, 2026

September Brings A Full Calendar Of Events To Chattooga County

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With the Chattooga County Agricultural Fair wrapping up this past weekend, residents won’t have to wait long for the next round of community activities. September is shaping up to be a busy month in Chattooga County, with festivals, outdoor activities, art, agriculture, emergency preparedness and school events scheduled throughout the month.

August 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Begins Work On Data Center Regulations Amid Growing Public Interest

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Walker County officials are beginning work on new regulations for data centers as communities across Georgia see increasing interest from companies developing large-scale digital infrastructure projects.

August 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Jury Finds Deoveon Price Not Guilty Of Murder In Oak Street Shooting Death

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A Chattooga County jury has found Deoveon LaWayne Price not guilty of murder in connection with the 2025 shooting death of 27-year-old Christopher “DJ” Chapman, but jurors convicted Price on two other charges.

July 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Firearm Arrest in Chattooga County

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A 20-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after a Chattooga County Sheriff’s deputy reportedly discovered marijuana packaged for sale and a firearm during a traffic stop late last month.

July 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – July 7, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, July 7, 2026:

July 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hot, Humid Week Ahead with Daily Afternoon Storm Chances Increasing by the Weekend

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Summer weather will continue across Chattooga County and northwest Georgia today with mostly sunny skies and a high near 90 degrees. After a dry start, a 30 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms develops after 2 p.m. Light winds will become westerly around 5 miles per hour during the afternoon before calming again tonight. Any storms that develop should diminish by early evening, with overnight lows falling to around 71.

July 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Continue to Decline; Local Drivers Seeing Slight Relief at the Pump

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Georgia motorists are seeing another small drop in gasoline prices this week, according to AAA, as lower crude oil prices continue to help keep fuel costs in check. The statewide average for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline on Monday is $3.53, down slightly from last week, while the national average stands at $3.80 per gallon. AAA says prices could continue to fluctuate throughout the busy summer travel season, but drivers are benefiting from improving market conditions.

Here are the latest AAA average prices for regular unleaded gasoline in the local area:

Chattooga County, Georgia: $3.55
Floyd County, Georgia: $3.54
Walker County, Georgia: $3.53
Gordon County, Georgia: $3.50
DeKalb County, Alabama: $3.64
Cherokee County, Alabama: $3.50

AAA encourages motorists to compare prices between stations, keep tires properly inflated, and avoid aggressive driving to maximize fuel economy.

July 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park Hosting “Creatures of the Night” Hike

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Adventure seekers can experience James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park after dark during a special ranger-led “Creatures of the Night” hike on Saturday, July 11, at 9 p.m.

The guided hike will take participants along the Marble Mine Trail to discover the nocturnal animals that become active after the park closes. Rangers will explain how nighttime wildlife survives and adapts to the dark while hikers explore the trail under the evening sky.

The program costs $3 per person, and a $10 Georgia State Parks pass is required. Advance registration is also required.

Flashlights will be available, although participants are welcome to bring their own. Visitors are encouraged to wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, and meet in front of the park office by 9 p.m.

To register or for more information, call the park office at 706-857-0826.

July 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – July 6, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, July 6, 2026:

July 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scattered Afternoon Storms Remain In The Forecast This Week For Chattooga County

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Hot summer weather will continue across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this week, with temperatures climbing into the lower 90s each afternoon and the daily chance of scattered thunderstorms remaining in the forecast.