April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Arrest Report – Monday – April 15, 2024
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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, April 15, 2024:
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April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Good Faith Grant Act On Governor’s Desk
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Georgia is one of only two states that does not have a needs-based scholarship program for secondary education. Right now, almost 42% of Georgia’s college students report that they get no financial support from their parents. Some of those students don’t qualify for the HOPE scholarship, but still find the cost of their education to be a challenge. A bill passed by the Georgia General Assembly would establish a grant program to help some of those students.
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April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Local Volunteers Recognized By Summerville City Council
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Summerville Main Street volunteers working on Easter decorations
Held in April every year, National Volunteer Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions of volunteers. It is an opportunity to join the impact of volunteerism and encourage more people to get involved in their communities. The Summerville City Council recognized a group of volunteers at the last city council meeting. Summerville Mayor Harry Harvey introduced the Summerville Main Street volunteers and mentioned their contributions to making the downtown area an attractive place for residents and visitors alike. Summerville Main Street Director Susan Locklear said that the volunteers put in over 3,100 hours of labor in 2023. Summerville Main Street is also launching a Junior Main Street Program for youths from 7th to 12th grade.
April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Deadline For AgGeorgia Farm Credit Grant Is Today
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AgGeorgia Farm Credit has designated $10,000 to help local farmers markets promote their markets in 2024. The grant application period ends today and all applications must be submitted before the end of the day. To be eligible for the grant, markets must be in the AgGeorgia service area, which includes Chattooga County. Other requirements are that the market must be open at least eight days in a two-month period and have a minimum of five vendors. Last year, two local markets in Chattooga County received grants. For more information, or to apply – clickHERE
April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Today Is Tax Day
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Today is the deadline to file your 2023 Federal income taxes. Also, it is the deadline to file your 2023 Georgia income tax return. According to the IRS, around 68% of taxpayers have already filed their tax returns, but for those who have procrastinated, you have until 11:59 PM tonight to file. If you just aren’t ready and cannot file your taxes today, you can file Form 4868 to get an automatic six-month extension to file. This is only a filing extension. If you owe taxes, you will still need to send a payment to the IRS before midnight tonight in order to avoid penalties and interest. If you are expecting money back from the government – the IRS says the average tax refund this year is around $3,000.
April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Optimist Club Hosts Senior Luncheon At CHS
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The Summerville-Trion Optimist Club hosted a CTAE Senior Luncheon Friday, April 12th at the Ag Center. Students from both Chattooga High School and Trion High School were in attendance, and the Club (and additional volunteers) prepared a hot-dog lunch for them. Joe Reed donated the hot-dogs, Walmart donated the buns and condiments and sent Sandy Blangin to help & represent the store, the Chamber donated the dinnerware supplies, and Club members Barbara Reece, Johnny Crawford and Earle Rainwater donated extras like desserts and fixings. It was a fun time for fellowship and recognition of the students who completed pathways at both schools. Congratulations, Seniors!!
April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Chattooga Senior Places Fifth In National Welding Competition
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A Chattooga High School Senior placed in a national welding competition over the weekend. Kentucky Welding Institute hosted its fifth annual weld competition for high school seniors across the country. More than 130 seniors from 11 states traveled to Fleming County to compete for prizes and meet future employers. Missouri’s Kyle Bruns took the top prize, as well as a $14,000 scholarship. Alexandria Courtney from Kentucky finished second. She earned $12,000 in scholarships as well. Chattooga High School Senior Griffen Heaps came in fifth place and earned a $1,000 scholarship at the event that was held on Saturday.
April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Man Gives False Name To Police
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A thirty-four-year-old man is accused of giving a false name to Summerville Police Officers in an attempt to avoid arrest. According to police Jarvis Drion Caldwell was stopped by police and found to be in possession of an open container of alcohol and a misdemeanor amount of marijuana. Caldwell told officers that his name was Brandon Byers. He then told officers that his name was Brandon Conners. Police discovered that Caldwell had a warrant for his arrest in neighboring Floyd County. In October of last year, Caldwell was arrested in Floyd County on charges of hit and run and probation violation.
April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Walker County Low Cost Rabies Clinic Coming Up
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Walker County Extension and Cornerstone Veterinarian Services have teamed up to provide low cost rabies clinics again this year. Protect your family from a deadly disease by bringing your dog and/or cat to one of the locations listed below to be vaccinated. The cost is just $15, cash only. Vets will provide a certificate and tag. Here’s the schedule:
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April 15, 2024
by Jimmy Holbrook
Health Inspections First Half Of April 2024
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There were no health inspections to report for the first half of April from the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department. Should you ever have any complaint with any food service or tourist accommodation that operates in Chattooga County, you may register that complaint by calling the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department at 706-857-3377.
