Chattooga Head Start is now open for enrollment for the upcoming school year, offering a nurturing and educational environment where young children can grow, play, and thrive. Parents are encouraged to apply quickly as spots are filling fast! Chattooga Head Start provides early learning and development opportunities, ensuring children receive a strong foundation for future academic success. The program is led by a team of supportive and caring teachers dedicated to fostering a positive and stimulating learning experience. Beyond the classroom, Chattooga Head Start offers family-focused services, understanding the importance of a strong home-school connection. This comprehensive approach aims to support the entire family unit, creating a thriving community for all. Interested parents are urged to contact the following individuals to get their child on the enrollment list: Ashley Careathers: acareathers@myfraga.org or Tina Striblin: tstriblin@myfraga.org

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC)  announced this week the students who have earned a place on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the Spring 2025 semester. These honors recognize students who have achieved outstanding academic success while pursuing their educational goals. To qualify for the President’s List, students must maintain a GPA of 3.8 or higher while carrying a course load of at least 12 credit hours during the semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students with a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79, also with a minimum of 12 credit hours. GNTC extends its congratulations to all students recognized for their hard work and dedication. A special acknowledgement goes out to the following Chattooga County residents who achieved President’s List status: Tennie Bandy, David Bohannon, Jennifer Bohannon, Kaylin Brewer, Ariel Cargle, Tammy Chandler, Gretchen Clark, Jacob Cordell, Raven Dallas, Brantley Daniel, Case Davis, Noah Denson, Gayler Diaz-Vasquez, Victoria Gammon, Karsen Gilliam, Khristen Hastings, Bowden Heathcock, Dushaun Hunter, Danika Lee, Ethan Lembcke, Nasiah McVay, Stacy Moore, Tabatha Oney, Summer Railey, Lina Ramirez, Desirae Rogers, Ranzy Smith, Libby Veatch, Courtney Villagomez, Tayler Watson, Abram Williams and Mayahuel Yaoapoqa. The following Chattooga County residents earned Dean’s List honors: Dalton Bearden, William Cesareo, Colter Clifton, Luis Garcia, Matthew Hamby, Isis Hines, Jacob Odom, Nicole Smith and Haign Stephens. GNTC continues to be a leading provider of technical education, empowering students to succeed in a variety of high-demand fields. The college commends these students for their academic achievements and wishes them continued success in their future endeavors.

Earlier this week, Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen passed a resolution adopting a new seal for the county.  The seal features each of the county’s four municipalities – Trion, Menlo, Summerville and Lyerly and shows the Chattooga River prominently.  County Code Enforcer B.J. Hall came up with the graphic design for the new logo.  It was adopted on June 11, 2025 and will be used going forward, according to Commissioner Allen.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, June 12, 2025:

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Northwest Georgia residents  should prepare for a wet and humid weekend as a shift in weather patterns brings increased chances of showers and thunderstorms starting today. The change is attributed to a slow-moving upper-level low pressure system over the southern Plains, combined with a large surface high-pressure system over the western Atlantic. These weather systems are creating southerly winds that are drawing moisture into the area, setting the stage for numerous showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. While the risk of severe weather is low due to weak wind shear, residents should still be aware that some storms could be strong, bringing gusty winds, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall. Today we will see showers and thunderstorms likely, especially after 3 PM. The day will be mostly cloudy with a high near 85 degrees. Winds will be light, becoming southerly around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%, with expected rainfall amounts between a quarter and a half of an inch. Tonight, a chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 2 AM, followed by a slight chance of showers between 2 AM and 5 AM. Patchy fog is expected after midnight. The night will be mostly cloudy with a low around 69 degrees. Winds will be calm. The chance of precipitation is 40%. For Friday, the wet weather will continue with a chance of showers before 11 AM, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11 AM and 2 PM, and then showers and possibly thunderstorms after 2 PM. The high will be near 86 degrees. Winds will be calm, becoming southerly around 5 mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 80%, with expected rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, with higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. The unsettled weather pattern is expected to persist throughout Father’s Day weekend.

There’s Hope for the Hungry will be distributing free groceries today, Thursday, June 12th, at the Central Avenue Baptist Church in Trion. The giveaway will take place between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Residents in need are encouraged to attend and receive free groceries. No identification is required to receive the food, but attendees must be present to collect their share. In addition to the grocery distribution, the Central Avenue Baptist Clothes Closet will be open from 10:00 am until 12:30 pm, offering free clothing to those in need. The Central Avenue Baptist Church is located at 14074 Highway 27 in Trion, behind Dixie Subs. Organizers extend a warm invitation to all those who can benefit from these resources.

Votes cast for Democratic candidate Daniel Blackman in the upcoming June 17th primary election for the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) will not be counted, following a judge’s ruling on Tuesday. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Ural Glanville determined that Blackman failed to prove he had resided in Fulton County for the required year prior to the general election in November. This decision overturns a previous temporary order issued by Judge Glanville that allowed Blackman to remain on the ballot, after Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger initially disqualified him. Following a hearing on Tuesday, Judge Glanville sided with Raffensperger, stating his office’s decision was correct. Blackman has the option to appeal the ruling. The Georgia Public Service Commission elections are held statewide, with voters choosing each of the five commissioners. However, each commissioner must reside within a specific district. A request for comment from Blackman’s lawyer has not yet been returned. Secretary of State spokesperson Robert Sinners stated that signs alerting voters to Blackman’s disqualification will be displayed at polling locations.