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August 11, 2026

Trion Woman Charged After Police Say She Struck Husband With Vehicle

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A 41-year-old Trion woman is facing multiple charges after police say she intentionally struck her husband with a vehicle during a domestic dispute.

August 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hays State Prison Dog Training Program Giving Shelter Dogs New Skills And Second Chances

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Chattooga County Animal Control Director Charlie Long is thanking Hays State Prison and Acting Warden Gabriel Illa for continuing a dog training program that benefits animals from the Chattooga County Animal Shelter.

August 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Commissioner Addresses Property Assessment Notices

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Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen is asking residents to remain patient after many property owners recently received their annual property assessment notices showing increases in assessed values.

August 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Assessment Notices Mailed; Tax Rates Still To Be Set

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Property owners across Chattooga County are beginning to receive their 2026 Property Assessment Notices in the mail, but local officials want residents to understand that these notices are not property tax bills.

August 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Chamber to Host Lunch & Learn on United Way’s 211 Resource Program

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The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce will host its first Lunch & Learn following the summer break on Monday, August 17, featuring a presentation on the United Way’s 211 resource program.

The event will be held from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hurley Community Development Center, located at 10050 Commerce Street in Summerville.

United Way is sponsoring the catered luncheon, which is open to the public. Director Alli Mitchell Ellard will provide an overview of the 211 program, a free and confidential service that connects individuals with resources for food, housing, utilities, healthcare, employment and disaster relief.

The Chamber asks those planning to attend to make a reservation to assist with catering arrangements.

August 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Driver Arrested on Drug DUI Charge After Erratic Driving Report in Chattooga County

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A Chattooga County man was arrested on drug-related DUI charges after a deputy responded to a report of an erratic driver on Georgia Highway 27.

August 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County’s Cooper Hampton Earns Place in U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Wing

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Chattooga County’s Cooper Hampton has officially earned a place in the U.S. Air Force Academy’s Cadet Wing after successfully completing Basic Cadet Training.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High School Reserved Seats and Season Tickets Go on Sale August 10

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Trion High School will begin selling reserved seats and season tickets for the upcoming football season on Monday, August 10.

From Monday through Wednesday, August 10–12, fans who purchased reserved seats last season will have the first opportunity to buy those same seats for the new season.

The cost is $110, which includes both the reserved seat and a season ticket.

Beginning Thursday, August 13, first-time purchasers may buy any reserved seats that remain available.

Fans who do not need a reserved seat may purchase a season ticket for $50.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Masonic Lodge #704 Hosting Barbecue Fundraiser Saturday

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Chattooga Masonic Lodge #704 will hold a barbecue fundraiser this Saturday, August 8, beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing until all plates are sold.

The fundraiser will be held at the lodge, located at 2 Millican Street, one block off Highway 27 behind Circle K. Both dine-in and carryout service will be available.

Organizers say delivery may also be available for local businesses and individuals who are unable to leave work.

For more information or to arrange a possible delivery, contact Randy Rush at 706-766-2335 or Trevor Gilreath at 706-936-8951.

Community members are encouraged to stop by, enjoy a barbecue plate and support the lodge’s fundraiser.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Atrium Health Floyd to Provide Child Identification Kits to New Parents

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New parents leaving Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center will soon receive child identification kits designed to help protect their babies during an emergency.