The 14th Congressional District Republican Party has released an official update following Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s announcement that she intends to resign, with her seat becoming officially vacant on January 5th, 2026. Under Georgia law, that vacancy triggers a special election to fill the remainder of the current term.
Chattooga County Animal Control is undergoing significant changes as county leadership announces a temporary shelter closure, new operational policies, and the appointment of a new director to guide the department’s future.
A 61-year-old Summerville man is facing a series of drug-related charges after authorities say they found illegal substances on him both during his arrest and after he arrived at jail.
The Georgia Department of Education has released its 2026 legislative priorities, outlining key goals that will shape State School Superintendent Richard Woods’ discussions with lawmakers during the upcoming legislative session and guide the agency’s work in the years ahead.
A wave of public input over the last several days has prompted the Town of Trion to halt immediate changes to its visual identity and continue using its current town logo. The decision came during the Town Council’s regular meeting Thursday night, where council members voted unanimously to retain the existing logo while exploring new design options.
Jefferson’s in Summerville proudly announced today that Pam Albert, a dedicated fixture in Chattooga County athletics and community service for over four decades, has been selected as the 2025 “Jefferson’s Summerville Coach of the Year.”
A woman died in a devastating house fire that occurred early Tuesday morning off Back Penn Road near Maryland Drive. The incident has prompted a formal investigation, with the Georgia State Fire Marshal’s Office being called to the scene to determine the cause of the fatal blaze.
The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a convenience store in Menlo early Tuesday morning.
The Trion City Schools community is in deep mourning following the unexpected passing of its beloved Superintendent, Dr. Phil Williams, who died Friday evening from an apparent heart attack. He was 58 years old.
Chattooga County voters overwhelmingly approved both the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (T-SPLOST) and the Fire/EMS Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST) referendums in Tuesday’s elections, signaling a strong commitment to the county’s infrastructure, public safety, and overall quality of life, according to Sole Commissioner Andy Allen.
