The Chattooga County Grand Jury has handed down several indictments against individuals, according to Superior Court records.
The City of Menlo is moving forward with early planning for its annual July 4 celebration, with city leaders discussing dates, activities, and logistics during a recent council work session.
The Chattooga County Young Farmers Association is launching its first Farm Stand Card program during the months of May and June, giving residents a fun way to support local farmers and farm stands.
Early voting is now underway across Chattooga County and the state of Georgia as the General Primary election approaches.
Georgia Power is encouraging eligible customers to apply for its Income-Qualified Discount program, which is designed to help lower monthly energy bills for households that meet income and program requirements.
James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park will host a Wildflower Hike on Saturday, May 2, giving participants a chance to explore local trails while learning about native plants.
The guided hike will begin at 10 a.m., with park rangers leading visitors along the Lower Lake Trail. Participants will learn about Georgia’s native wildflowers and which species are most important to pollinators.
Attendees are asked to meet at the park office by 10 a.m. and should bring plenty of water and wear comfortable walking shoes.
The cost is $3 per person, and a $10 park pass is required. Registration is also required in advance.
For more information or to register, call the park at 706-857-0826.
Chattooga High School is heading into the final stretch of the school year, with several key events scheduled over the next two weeks as graduation approaches.
School officials say there are just four weeks remaining until graduation, with 16 school days left that include testing, exams, and end-of-year activities.
Upcoming events include:
- April 30 – Spring Band Concert at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria
- May 2 – Track & Field Sectionals in Bremen (time to be announced)
- May 7 – Fine Arts Banquet at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria
- May 9 – Prom from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the cafeteria
In addition to these events, Chattooga’s baseball team is currently competing in the state playoffs, while the track and field team is preparing for sectionals competition.
School leadership says the end of the year is quickly approaching and encourages students to stay focused and finish strong.
The Chattooga County Republican Party will host a candidate forum on Saturday, May 9, giving local residents an opportunity to hear from candidates and engage with those running for office.
The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, located at 818 Memorial Drive in Summerville.
Organizers say the forum will allow candidates to meet with voters and discuss key issues ahead of upcoming elections. A table rental fee of $250 is required for candidates wishing to participate.
Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP by May 2. A $15 registration fee will be collected, which includes lunch.
For more information, contact Chattooga County Republican Party Chairwoman Meredith Rosson at 706-331-5547 or by email at chattoogacountyrepublicanparty@gmail.com.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, April 26, 2026:
Daily chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia over the next seven days, but forecasters say the rain is not expected to bring much meaningful improvement to ongoing drought conditions.