Northwest Georgia is bracing for a combination of oppressive heat and scattered afternoon thunderstorms, with heat index values potentially nearing 100 degrees today. The wet and warm pattern is expected to persist through the upcoming weekend, bringing daily chances of precipitation and continued high humidity.
The roar of the crowd and the crack of shoulder pads are set to return as the high school football season officially kicks off this Friday, August 8th. For the 18th consecutive season, local fans won’t miss a moment of the action as WZQZ Radio is proud to provide comprehensive coverage of both the Trion Bulldogs and the Chattooga Indians.
Tucked away in Chattooga County, the Summerville Trout Hatchery, operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), stands as a crucial facility providing a vital service to the state’s diverse aquatic populations and recreational anglers. Located on Fish Hatchery Road, this dedicated team works tirelessly to raise and distribute various fish species, playing a pivotal role in Georgia’s conservation efforts.
A Trion man was arrested last Thursday night on charges of driving under the influence of multiple substances after a routine traffic stop escalated to a an impairment investigation, according to police reports. Taylor Ross Demott, 24, faces charges including DUI-Multiple Substances and other traffic offenses.
The discovery of two badly decomposed bodies in a Summerville residence on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, has launched an investigation into their identities and the circumstances surrounding their deaths. Chattooga County Coroner Jeremy “Big Mac” McElhaney confirmed this week that the identification process is underway, awaiting DNA analysis from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
In a powerful demonstration of community spirit and unwavering support for local education, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of Gore and Summerville United Methodist Church have spearheaded a remarkable initiative this week, conducting a comprehensive prayer tour of every school and auxiliary site in the county.
A 40-year-old woman was arrested last Thursday at the Walmart Supercenter in Chattooga County after allegedly attempting to shoplift merchandise and was subsequently found to have an active warrant for a previous shoplifting incident.
With the 2026 legislative session on the horizon, Georgia lawmakers have begun a serious examination of the state’s medical cannabis and recreational hemp laws, signaling these issues will be top priorities. A new House study committee dedicated to cannabis consumption held its inaugural meeting this week at the state Capitol, kicking off a months-long process to inform future policy.
Collectors and enthusiasts in Trion and surrounding areas are invited to mark their calendars for the upcoming “Trion’s Collectibles Extravaganza,” a special event dedicated to all things collectible, happening on Saturday, August 2nd, from 2 PM to 4 PM at the Trion Recreation Center.
The Georgia State Board of Education has approved the release of $48 million in federal grants for after-school and summer programs, previously withheld by the Trump administration. These funds target students in high-poverty and low-performing schools, focusing on the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, which supports after-school services.
