Area News

Jeffery Caldwell, of Martin Street, said someone broke into his storage unit and stole a 4,000-watt generator, a chainsaw, a pellet gun and a Skil Sawzall. About $1,220 worth of items were taken. Cops are looking to see if there is a video of the burglary. Gregory Keith Parris, of 133 Hwy. 48, in Summerville,…

According to Sheriff Jeff Shaver, Cherokee county investigators have arrested two suspects in connection with a shooting that occurred at a residence on County Road 22 in the Kirk’s Grove Community. Deputies responded to the call just before 10 PM on Monday night where they found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The man…

The Foundation at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) awarded scholarships to one qualified student at each of the 27 high schools and five college and career academies in the northwest Georgia region. GNTC faculty, staff, board members and Foundation Trustees were available at many of the schools to present each scholarship winner with a $500…

A Fourth Street residence said someone damaged her residence Monday night, according to Summerville Police reports. Amber Johnson returned home Monday night and discovered that two of her windows were broken. “[I] did observe a large concrete flower planter that was used to bust the window out. Ms. Johnson stated that she would notify her…

Maranda Nelms, of North Curran Street, in Summerville, said someone stole a $100 bill that was in her purse on Monday, according to Summerville Police reports. Her pocketbook was left on her kitchen table the night before. When she woke up Monday, the money was gone, Officer Roy Williams reported. The incident has been turned…

The following incidents were reported during the past week, according to Summerville Police reports: Raymond Jones Jr., of Lyerly, reported that someone illegally used his debit card to make an $18.74 purchase on June 10. Thomas Jeffery Reed, 24, of 255 Allen Street, Summerville, was arrested for disorderly conduct and public intoxication around 1:30 a.m.…

A black and white pit bulldog attacked a small child Friday afternoon on Scoggins Street, according to Summerville Police reports. The attack happened around 3:35 p.m. when Candice Barber’s children took the dog outside to play. The dog then bit a 4-year-old child at the apartment complex, according to reports. “I then met with Kevin…

Vacation Bible School events continue around Chattooga County. For example, North Summerville Baptist Church is hosting one this week (Monday- Friday) from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at its facility on Lake Wanda Reita Road. North Summerville is encouraging children to bring guests with them. The girl and boy who bring the most guests throughout…