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August 22, 2026

Summerville Assigns Mickey Floyd To Building Inspection Duties

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The City of Summerville is moving to strengthen its building inspection program, with Mickey Floyd taking on additional responsibilities as a building inspector while continuing his work with the city’s fire department.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Data Center Standards Committee To Hold First Meeting

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Walker County officials are beginning a formal review of local regulations governing data centers, with the first meeting of the newly formed Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee scheduled for next week.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Vendors Sought For Chattooga High School Red & Black Bash

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Plans are underway for a big homecoming celebration at Chattooga High School, and organizers are inviting local businesses, organizations and vendors to be part of the festivities.

The Red & Black Bash Homecoming Block Party will be held Wednesday, September 30, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Chattooga High School.

The event is being planned as an evening of community activities and school spirit as Chattooga celebrates homecoming. Organizers are currently looking for vendors interested in setting up during the block party.

Local businesses, community organizations and other vendors are encouraged to participate and help make the event a community-wide celebration.

Those interested in reserving a vendor space can register online through the signup form provided by Chattooga High Cheerleading. A QR code for registration is also included on the event flyer.

Organizers say vendor spaces are limited and encourage those interested in participating to secure a spot early.

The Red & Black Bash is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. September 30 at Chattooga High School.

August 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia High School Wrestling Gets Major Classification Change For 2026-27

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Georgia high school wrestling will look considerably different this season following a change that allows schools to compete in different classifications for Dual and Traditional wrestling competition.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools On Two-Hour Delay Following Overnight Power Outages

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Chattooga County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Friday, August 21, due to a power outage affecting the Lyerly area.

The delay comes after thunderstorms moved through Northwest Georgia overnight, leaving multiple widespread power outages across Chattooga and Floyd counties.

Georgia Power is reporting numerous outages across the region this morning, with one of the largest outages affecting the Lyerly area.

The overnight storms brought heavy rain, lightning and gusty winds to portions of Northwest Georgia, resulting in power interruptions as residents began their Friday morning.

Because of the outage in Lyerly, Chattooga County School System officials made the decision to delay the start of school by two hours.

Parents, students and school employees should plan for school operations to begin two hours later than the normal Friday schedule.

Georgia Power crews are working to restore electricity to affected customers across Chattooga and Floyd counties.

Residents should use caution around any downed trees or power lines and should never approach or attempt to move a downed electrical line.

WZQZ News will continue to provide updates on the power outages and any additional schedule changes as information becomes available.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – August 21, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, August 21, 2026:

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Cooler, Drier Weather Arrives For The Weekend

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Northwest Georgia will get through one more hot and humid day Friday before a front brings noticeably drier and somewhat more comfortable weather for the weekend.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Friday Night High School Football Returns To WZQZ With Two Big Matchups

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Friday night lights are back, and WZQZ will be bringing local high school football fans coverage of two big matchups Friday, August 21, as the Chattooga Indians and Trion Bulldogs take the field.

The Chattooga Indians will host the LaFayette Ramblers at Chattooga High School, while the Trion Bulldogs will take on arch-rival Gordon Lee in one of Northwest Georgia’s longstanding rivalry games.

Kickoff for both games is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

WZQZ will provide coverage of both games live on the WZQZ Facebook Page, giving fans the opportunity to follow their favorite local team even if they can’t make it to the stadium.

Radio listeners can tune in to WZQZ 99.1 FM for live coverage of the Trion Bulldogs vs. Gordon Lee matchup.

The Trion-Gordon Lee rivalry has long been one of the most anticipated games on the local high school football calendar, while Chattooga will have the advantage of playing in front of the home crowd as the Indians welcome LaFayette to Summerville.

Whether you’re in the stands, watching on Facebook or listening on 99.1 FM, WZQZ will have local football covered Friday night.

Good luck to the Chattooga Indians and Trion Bulldogs!

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Accepting Vendor Applications For Down Home Day

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The Town of Lyerly is now accepting vendor applications for Lyerly’s Down Home Day, scheduled for Saturday, September 26.

The community event will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., providing an opportunity for local vendors to showcase their products while residents come together to shop local and support the community.

Vendor spaces are available for $15 per spot.

Those interested in becoming a vendor can contact organizers by commenting on the official Lyerly, Georgia post or sending a private message directly to the Lyerly, Georgia page. Vendors may also contact Sally Kerce through Facebook or call Lyerly Town Hall at 706-895-2611.

Organizers are cautioning prospective vendors not to send money to anyone through Facebook when applying for a space.

Down Home Day is designed to celebrate the Lyerly community while giving local vendors, makers and small businesses an opportunity to connect with residents.

The message behind this year’s event is simple: Live local. Shop local. Support local.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Al Millard Memorial Walker County Toy Run Set For November 1

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Motorcycles, Christmas spirit and community support will come together this fall for the 2026 Al Millard Memorial Stocking Full of Love Walker County Toy Run.

The annual event is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026, with riders gathering at Ridgeland High School, 2478 Happy Valley Road in Rossville. Kickstands are scheduled to go up at 2 p.m.

The toy run benefits the Al Millard Memorial Stocking Full of Love of Walker County, helping provide Christmas gifts for children in the community.

Organizers are asking participants and supporters to bring a new, unwrapped toy or make a cash donation. All motorcycles and riding clubs are welcome to participate.

The event provides an opportunity for riders, clubs and community members to come together while helping make Christmas brighter for local children. Those who do not ride are also encouraged to support the effort through donations or by helping spread the word.

Organizers are hoping for a strong turnout in 2026 and are encouraging motorcycle clubs and riders from across Northwest Georgia and surrounding areas to take part.

A rain date of Sunday, November 15, 2026, has been scheduled in case weather prevents the event from being held November 1.