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March 31, 2026

Chattooga County Government Offices To Close April 3 For Good Friday

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All Chattooga County Government offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of Good Friday.

County officials also say Chattooga County Transit will be closed, meaning no buses will be operating that day.

However, the Transfer Station and remote dump sites will remain open.

Normal county operations will resume on Monday, April 6, 2026.

In a statement, county officials thanked the public for their understanding and wished residents a meaningful and peaceful holiday.

March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Easter Sunrise Service

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Pleasant Grove Baptist Church , 900 Farmersville Rd. , Summerville in the Gore community
Is hosting an Easter Sunrise Service at 7:15. Pastor James Baird and the congregation invites everyone to come join in on this special Service.

March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sharon Evans Appointed Walker County Tax Commissioner Following Retirement

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Sharon Evans has been appointed to serve as the new Walker County Tax Commissioner, following the retirement of longtime commissioner Carolyn Walker, who stepped down last week after more than 25 years of service to focus on her health.

March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Town Of Trion Announces Good Friday Closures And Garbage Pickup Change

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The Town of Trion has announced that the Business Office, Maintenance Department, and Gas Department will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the Good Friday Easter holiday.

Officials also say that garbage normally collected on Friday will instead be picked up on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

In addition, the Trion Recreation Center will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, and Saturday, April 4, 2026.

For emergency calls involving gas service or the Trion Police Department, residents are asked to call 911, and emergency dispatchers will contact the proper personnel.

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Mobile Home Taxes Due April 1 In Chattooga County; Late Fees Waived Until April 2

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Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is reminding local property owners that mobile home taxes are due April 1st.

However, the Chattooga County Tax Commissioner’s Office will be closed WEDNESDAY for the installation of a new server. Due to that closure, late fees will be waived until Thursday, April 2nd.

Hampton also reminds residents that homestead exemptions should be filed by April 1st in the Property Assessor’s Office, which is located in the Chattooga County Courthouse Annex across the hall from the tax office.

Unlike the tax office, the Property Assessor’s Office will be open on Wednesday.

Officials note that the Property Assessor’s Office does not accept payments or renew vehicle tags.

Residents with mobile home tax business are encouraged to plan accordingly.

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Tuesday – March 31, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, March 31, 2026:

March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Community Church

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March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

South Commerce Street COC- Talks From The Bible

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March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Spring Warmth And Daily Rain Chances Settle Over Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia are waking up to a mild and slightly damp start this Tuesday, with brief sprinkles and patchy fog possible through the morning hours—especially in low-lying areas and near rivers and creeks. Little to no accumulation is expected, but reduced visibility could impact early travel.

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga County Approves Five-Year Water Rate Increase

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Chattooga County residents will soon see changes to their water bills after Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen approved a plan to gradually increase rates over the next five years.