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March 23, 2026

Lumsden Highlights Education Investments in Proposed FY 2027 Budget

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State Rep. Eddie Lumsden of Armuchee says education remains the largest area of state spending in the Georgia House’s proposed FY 2027 budget, with major investments focused on early literacy, student screenings, pre-K expansion, and additional support for economically disadvantaged students.

March 22, 2026

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Arrest Report – Sunday – March 22, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, March 22, 2026:

March 22, 2026

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Warm Sunday Gives Way to Cooler Week and Storm Chances in Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect one more day of unusually warm weather today before a cold front pushes temperatures back down early this week.

March 22, 2026

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Local Students Shine in FLEX Program Business Competition

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Young entrepreneurs in Chattooga County are being recognized for their innovation and hard work through the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce’s FLEX program.

March 22, 2026

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Chattooga Young Farmers Announce Vidalia Onion Sale for 2026 Season

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The Chattooga County Young Farmers are once again offering Georgia-Grown Vidalia onions for sale as the 2026 season gets underway.

According to the group, the order deadline is April 17, with pickup tentatively planned for the last week of April. Customers can place an order through a Young Farmer member or by scanning the QR code on the sale flyer.

March 22, 2026

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Lucky Charm Cheer Classic Happening Today at Trion High School

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The community is invited out today for the 1st Annual Lucky Charm Cheer Classic, a cheerleading competition and fundraiser benefiting Georgia Elite Allstars and Trion High School Cheerleading.

The event will take place today, Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m. in the Trion High School gymnasium.

The competition will feature recreation, performance, school, and all-star cheer and dance teams from across the region. Organizers say 21 teams and more than 200 athletes from surrounding counties are expected to compete, making for an afternoon filled with energy, entertainment, and community spirit.

Proceeds from the event will help support athlete development, competition opportunities, uniforms, and other program needs for both organizations.

Event organizer Tashia Knapp says the goal is to provide athletes with a fun opportunity to perform while also strengthening local cheer programs. She says community support for the event has been overwhelming.

March 22, 2026

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Speak Life Support Group to Host March Meeting in Summerville

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Families and individuals in Chattooga County affected by special needs have a place to gather, connect, and encourage one another through Speak Life, a local support group led by parents of a child with special needs.

March 22, 2026

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Chattooga County Reviewing Bids for new Sheriff’s Office Roof in Trion

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Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen says he and Sheriff Mark Schrader will be reviewing bids for a new roof at the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office on Underwood Dairy Road in Trion.

March 22, 2026

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Spring Turkey Season Opens March 28 on Private Land in Georgia

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Georgia hunters are preparing for the start of spring turkey season, with the statewide opener on private land set for Saturday, March 28, 2026.

March 22, 2026

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Juvenile Injured After Shots Fired Into Rome Home

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A juvenile was injured Thursday evening after multiple shots were fired into a home on Superba Avenue in North Rome, according to the Rome Police Department.

Officers with the Rome-Floyd Task Force were in the area serving a search warrant when they reported hearing approximately 30 gunshots. A responding officer was directed into the residence, where they found a juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound to the shoulder in the kitchen area.

The officer immediately began providing medical aid, reassuring the child while awaiting emergency transport. The victim was later taken to a hospital for treatment. The extent of the injuries has not been released, but the child was conscious at the scene.

Investigators say multiple shell casings of various calibers were recovered in the roadway near the intersection of Clervue Circle, indicating a large volume of gunfire. Officers also observed several bullet holes along the front and left side of the home, with at least one round entering through a window near the front door.

At the time of the shooting, four juveniles—ranging in age from 8 to 14—were inside the residence. Fortunately, no other injuries were reported.

Authorities reviewed surveillance footage from nearby convenience stores, which showed an SUV leaving the North Avenue area around the time of the shooting. A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle matching that description, but investigators determined the driver was not involved.

The investigation remains ongoing, and no arrests have been announced.