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January 27, 2026

Chattooga High School Athletics Schedule for This Week

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Chattooga High School has released its athletics schedule for this week, featuring basketball action on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, along with wrestling on Friday and Saturday.

Today, Tuesday, January 27, the Indians host Gordon Lee for two basketball games with a 6:00 p.m. start time.

On Friday, January 30, Chattooga travels to Gordon Central for three basketball games, beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling is also on the schedule Friday and Saturday (January 30–31) for the Area Traditional, with times to be announced.

Basketball continues on Saturday, January 31, with Chattooga traveling to Bremen for three games starting at 1:00 p.m.

January 27, 2026

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Denise Pierce Burns Enters GOP Race for Georgia Senate District 53 Seat

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Another Republican has joined the growing field to replace former State Sen. Colton Moore in Georgia’s 53rd Senate District. Moore resigned from the seat as he campaigns for U.S. Congress, triggering a special election now set for March 10, 2026, with early voting beginning February 16.

January 27, 2026

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Reading & Writing Class for Ages 6–12 Begins Jan. 28 at Chattooga County Multi-Purpose Center

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Parents looking to strengthen their child’s reading and writing skills have an option starting this week in Summerville. A Reading & Writing Class for home school children ages 6 to 12 is scheduled to begin Wednesday, January 28, at 2:00 p.m. at the Chattooga County Multi-Purpose Center, located at 152 Senior Drive.

The event listing says the in-person class focuses on building confidence through phonics-based reading strategies, guided writing practice, and encouraging daily reading habits. The class is scheduled for Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., meeting once a week for eight weeks, and is hosted by Nudd Academy.

January 26, 2026

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Edward Lee Harris, Obit (M)

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Mr. Edward Lee Harris, age 79, of Menlo, GA, died Saturday, January 24, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Harris was born September 23, 1946, in Summerville, GA, son of the late Jess Frank Harris and Inez LeRoy Harris. He was Baptist by faith, and prior to his retirement, was employed with Beaulieu Carpets. Mr. Harris was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served as a Staff Sergeant during the Vietnam Era as a parachute rigger. He was a lifetime member of both the V.F.W. Summerville Post 6688 and The American Legion. After his active duty service, he served in the U.S. Army Reserves as well as the Air Force Reserves. His hobbies included landscaping, gardening, camping, and fishing, and making everyone around him happy.

Mr. Harris enjoyed reading his Bible and believed in sharing the material things that God had provided him. His message to his family and friends is to “live everyday like it is your last. Tell everyone you love them. Forgive everyone for their transgressions. Look to God with prayer. Believe he will hear you and will answer you.”

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Frankie Harris; and sister, Clara Mae Miller.

Survivors include his sons, Charles (Caroline) Harris, Jason Harris; daughters, Sally Harris, Samantha Harris; sisters, Brenda (Jackie) Marshall, Zona Sinns; grandchildren, Jayce Harris, Kamdyn Harris, and Brittani Ingram; special caregivers, Ricky and Amy Boyd, Kaitlyn Boyd, and Kaydis Wade; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside and interment services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Greenhills Memory Gardens with Rev. Matthew Willingham officiating. Active pallbearers will be Ricky Boyd, Kevin Boyd, Chad Green, Jackie Marshall, and Mark Ballard. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the V.F.W. Post 6688 and the American Legion.

Mr. Harris will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 P.M. on Thursday.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the V.F.W. Post 6688.

To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.

January 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sheriff: Deputy Saw No Impairment After First Crash, Second Collision Minutes Later Led to DUI Arrest

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Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader released a statement to local media explaining the circumstances surrounding the arrest of Billy Joe Dooley following a crash Friday evening that resulted in DUI charges.

January 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Offices Return to Normal Schedule on Tuesday

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January 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Growing Winter Storm Signal for the East This Weekend, Forecast Details Still Unclear

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The potential is increasing for another significant winter storm to impact parts of the eastern United States this coming weekend. Forecasters emphasize it is still too early to pin down exact details, but confidence is growing that a storm system could develop and move through while very cold air remains in place.

Meteorologists say a disturbance is expected to move out of Canada later this week, helping a stronger low-pressure system form across the East. If that system tracks in the right corridor, it could bring widespread precipitation that may fall as rain, snow, or a mix, depending on where the coldest air sets up. The biggest uncertainties right now include the storm’s timing, track, and strength, which will determine what areas see the greatest impacts.

For Northwest Georgia and the surrounding region, the message for now is preparedness without panic. Residents should keep checking updated forecasts through the week, especially as we get closer to Friday and Saturday when forecast confidence typically improves. Now is also a good time to review weekend travel plans, make sure you have supplies in case of slick roads or power issues, and plan ahead for pets, pipes, and outdoor needs if colder, wetter conditions move in.

January 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County School Schedule For January 27, 2026

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January 26, 2026

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Chattooga County EMA: No Major Road Hazards Reported, But Icy Spots Likely on Less-Traveled Roads

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Chattooga County Emergency Management says there are currently no reported road hazards across the county, but residents are urged to stay cautious as wet surfaces may have iced over in spots, especially on porches, driveways, and less-traveled roads.

EMA says Public Works Director Tim Brunson has been checking roads throughout Chattooga County and reports that while main routes appear to be in good shape, some less-traveled roads do have icy spots. If you must travel, officials ask drivers to take it slow, use caution, and allow extra time.

The cold is expected to hang on today, with temperatures possibly not rising above freezing, and wind chills making it feel even colder. Residents who need to be outdoors are encouraged to dress appropriately in layers and limit time outside, as hypothermia can develop quickly in these conditions.

Chattooga County EMA reports that as of 6:00 a.m., the temperature in the county was 22 degrees, with a wind chill of 11 degrees.

January 26, 2026

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Chattooga County Animal Control: Free Straw Available to Help Protect Pets During Dangerous Cold

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As dangerous cold grips Northwest Georgia, Chattooga County Animal Control is urging residents to bring pets inside and take extra precautions to keep animals safe. Officials warn that pets cannot survive prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures, especially overnight when wind chills can drop even lower.

Chattooga County Animal Control Director Charlie Long says families in need can pick up one free bale of straw to help provide warmer bedding and insulation for outdoor shelters. Straw is available at Pine Ridge Outdoors, 4999 GA-114, Lyerly, GA 30730, or Southern Living Farm and Garden, 15734 US-27, Trion, GA 30753. Long says the straw is one per family and is being provided by Animal Advocates of Chattooga County, adding thanks for their continued support of local animals.

Residents are reminded that garages, sheds, and porches may still be too cold, and that animals left outside can suffer quickly in these conditions. If pets must be outdoors for brief periods, make sure they have a dry, wind-blocked shelter with warm bedding, along with food and unfrozen water.