Chattooga County voters are entering their final opportunity to participate in advance in-person voting as the deadline for the current election approaches this Friday.
A routine traffic stop in Chattooga County led to the arrest of a 21-year-old man wanted on an active felony fugitive warrant out of neighboring DeKalb County, Alabama. Collin Everett Woods, 21, was taken into custody on Thursday, October 16, 2025, after law enforcement officers discovered the outstanding warrant during an identity check.
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) last week confirmed a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) at a commercial poultry operation in neighboring Gordon County last Friday, October 24, 2025. The confirmation has triggered a swift and comprehensive response from state and federal agricultural agencies aimed at containing the spread of the virus. Poultry growers in Chattooga County are being reminded to maintain strict biosecurity measures.
Chattooga County native and 2018 Trion High School graduate Brody Malone, won his second gold medal on the horizontal bar at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Jakarta, Indonesia, on October 25, 2025. With a score of 14.933 points, Malone topped a competitive field, outperforming Japan’s Daiki Hashimoto and Great Britain’s Joe Fraser, who won silver and bronze respectively.
Shares of flooring manufacturer Mohawk Industries (NYSE:MHK) experienced a significant downturn in Friday’s trading session, shedding 7.1% of their value. The decline followed the company’s release of third-quarter financial results, which, while surpassing revenue expectations, were overshadowed by a weaker-than-anticipated profit forecast for the fourth quarter.
The Chattooga County Republican Party has announced details for its crucial October monthly meeting, which is set to feature the 14th District’s Republican Chairman, Jim Tully, and a focused session dedicated to answering questions about two looming local sales tax referendums.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, October 26, 2025:
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are advised to prepare for a significant stretch of wet weather, as a large storm system approaching from the west combines with persistent easterly winds, dramatically increasing rain chances throughout Sunday and Monday.
Reminder: Chattooga County to Honor All Veterans, With Special Tribute to Vietnam Era Heroes in 2025
Chattooga County will once again set aside time to express its profound gratitude to those who have served, with the annual Veterans Day Luncheon serving as a focal point for community and commemoration. This year’s event, scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM, promises a special tribute to Vietnam War era veterans, in addition to honoring all local servicemen and women.
Get ready for an afternoon of autumn fun as Leroy Massey Elementary School prepares to host its annual Fall Festival. The event promises a delightful experience for families with an array of activities designed to entertain and engage.