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April 28, 2026

Back To School Bash Seeking Donations And Community Partners

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Chattooga Family Connection is preparing for this year’s Back to School Bash, scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 4 until 6 PM at Chattooga High School.

Organizer Maisha Ludy says last year’s event was a major success, serving a total of 396 students as they prepared to return to the classroom. That included 254 elementary students, 97 middle school students and 45 high school students.

This year, organizers are hoping to make the event even bigger and better for local families. They are currently accepting school supply donations, monetary donations, and community partners or vendors who would like to set up at the event and share helpful resources with families.

The Back to School Bash will serve students from both Chattooga and Trion. Families will be able to connect with local resources while students receive support and supplies for the upcoming school year.

Anyone interested in donating, partnering, or setting up as a vendor can contact Maisha Ludy at 706-388-9849 or email maishaludy@gmail.com.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Athletics Hosting Multiple Youth Sports Camps This Summer

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Trion athletics programs are gearing up for a busy summer, offering several youth sports camps for local students looking to build skills and stay active.

The Trion Bulldog Basketball Kiddie Camp is set for June 17-18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with a cost of $30 per child. The camp is open to upcoming 3rd through 7th graders for the 2026–2027 school year.

Trion Football will also host a youth camp June 3-5 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Sam R. McCain Stadium. The camp is open to children ages 5 through 12 and will include instruction from coaches and players. Cost is $30 per camper and includes a T-shirt, with registration and payment accepted at the stadium.

In addition, Trion High School Softball will hold a youth camp June 1-2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the J.W. Greenwood Athletic Complex softball field. The camp is open to ages 5 through 12, costs $30, and includes a T-shirt. Participants are asked to bring a water bottle, bat, and glove, and to register by May 8 to guarantee a shirt.

All camps will focus on fundamentals, skill development, and providing a fun learning environment for young athletes.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond Earns National Nursing Excellence Designation

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AdventHealth Redmond has earned the prestigious Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a national recognition honoring health care organizations that create healthy, empowering work environments where nurses can thrive.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Austin Sisk Named Good Samaritan Volunteer Of The Year At Atrium Health Floyd

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Austin Sisk was honored April 27 as the Atrium Health Floyd Good Samaritan Volunteer of the Year, marking a remarkable milestone in his recovery journey following a life-threatening accident in 2022.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

National Day Of Prayer In Chattooga County Set For May 7

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The National Day of Prayer in Chattooga County will be observed on Thursday, May 7, beginning at 6:30 PM.

Pastor Gary Howell of United Christian Fellowship says the gathering will be held at the Open Air Pavilion in downtown Summerville. In the event of rain, the observance will be moved to the Chattooga County Ag Center.

The National Day of Prayer is held each year on the first Thursday in May, inviting communities across the country to gather in prayer for the nation, its leaders, families, schools, churches, and local communities.

The public is invited to attend.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Hold Steady As Market Uncertainty Continues

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Drivers across Georgia are seeing little change at the pump this week, with the statewide average for regular gasoline holding at $3.62 per gallon.

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Named Primary Natural Disaster Area Due To Drought

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Chattooga County has been named a primary natural disaster area due to ongoing drought conditions, as state and federal officials continue to respond to dry weather impacting Georgia cities and rural communities.

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – April 27, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, April 27, 2026:

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Strong Storms Possible As Unsettled Weather Moves Into Northwest Georgia

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An active and potentially stormy weather pattern is setting up across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this week, bringing multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms and the possibility of severe weather.

April 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Grand Jury Returns Recent Indictments

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The Chattooga County Grand Jury has handed down several indictments against individuals, according to Superior Court records.