All 17 graduates from Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program have passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) on their first attempt, achieving a 100% pass rate for the third consecutive year.
Chattooga High School is buzzing with excitement as it officially ushers in the new fall athletic season, inviting the community to rally behind its student-athletes for what promises to be an exhilarating year. With the spirited cry of “Let the Games Begin! Welcome to a New Athletic Season!”, the school is gearing up for a slate of competitions across various sports.
Chattooga County residents, already engaged in discussions about a proposed roundabout at the Gore intersection on Highway 27, now have new information to consider: the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has just received a prestigious award for a roundabout project elsewhere in the state, underscoring the agency’s confidence in these modern traffic solutions.
Trion High School is gearing up for the 2025 football season and has announced the sale of season passes and reserved seats for fans. Starting on Monday, August 11, 2025, through Friday, August 15, 2025, reserved seat holders from the previous year will have the opportunity to purchase their same seats. After this period, all seats will be made available to the public.
The cost of a reserved seat is $110.00, which includes entry into each regular season home game and a seat in the reserved section. Fans interested in purchasing reserved seats are encouraged to visit the high school office during the designated timeframe.
For those who prefer a more affordable option, the cost for a season pass will be $45.00. This pass includes entry into each regular season home game. Season pass holders will not have reserved seating but will have access to general admission seating.
Trion High School encourages fans to come to the high school office to purchase their season passes and reserved seats. The school looks forward to a successful and exciting football season, with the support of its dedicated fan base.
The Chattooga County Extension Office is urging Georgians to be vigilant as reports of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) are rapidly increasing across the state. This visually striking, yet highly destructive, insect poses a significant and growing threat to Georgia’s vital agricultural industry and natural landscapes.
Summerville Police are investigating a theft reported this week where numerous high-value electronics and jewelry were stolen from a shed at an old residential address.
Former DeKalb County CEO and Georgia Labor Commissioner Mike Thurmond has officially thrown his hat into the ring for Georgia Governor, becoming the latest Democrat to enter what is shaping up to be a highly competitive race for the state’s highest office.
Once again this year, the Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is set to host one of its most anticipated events: the annual Youth Poultry Show and Auction. This popular tradition highlights months of dedication and hard work from local 4-H and FFA students, culminating in an evening that celebrates agricultural education and provides a significant reward for young participants.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, August 7, 2025:
Residents of Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can look forward to a stretch of warm, mostly sunny weather through the weekend, with daytime highs consistently in the mid-80s. While drier air will keep precipitation chances low for the immediate future, a gradual increase in shower activity is expected by Sunday and into early next week.
