The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is inviting the community to come out and adopt a pet during a special adoption event this Saturday.
A troubling aviation safety incident shared by meteorologist James Spann is drawing attention across the region after a pilot reported someone shining a green laser into his cockpit while flying at night near the Georgia-Alabama border.
Pet owners in Chattooga County will have an opportunity to protect their animals at no cost during an upcoming free vaccination and microchipping event.
The event is scheduled for Friday, May 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tractor Supply, located at 11788 Highway 27 in Summerville.
Organizers say the clinic will offer rabies vaccines for dogs and cats, DHPP vaccines for dogs, FVRCP vaccines for cats, and microchipping services.
The event is being held for dogs and cats belonging to Chattooga County residents and is sponsored by the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia in partnership with the Chattooga County Animal Shelter.
All dogs must be on a leash and all cats in a crate.
Officials say the event is a great opportunity for pet owners to ensure their animals are up to date on vaccinations and properly identified.
Parents of student-athletes in both the Chattooga and Trion football programs have important meetings coming up this week as schools prepare for the upcoming season.
At Chattooga High School, an important football parent meeting will take place this evening, Wednesday, April 15, at 6 p.m. in the CHS cafeteria. School officials say at least one parent or guardian is required to attend. Topics expected to be discussed include spring, summer, and fall schedules, free physicals, player expectations, fundraisers, and other program information.
Meanwhile, Trion Football will hold its parent meeting for grades 6 through 12 on Sunday, April 19, at 4 p.m. in the Trion High School gym. Organizers say the meeting is for both middle school and high school football parents, and important information and expectations for the upcoming year will be shared.
Both schools are encouraging parents to make plans to attend so families can stay informed and prepared ahead of the new football season.
Chattooga County EMA/E-911 reported Tuesday that multiple Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP, phone service disruptions have been affecting residents and businesses across Chattooga County and surrounding areas.
Officials say they have received numerous reports of customers being unable to place outbound phone calls. The issue is not limited to E-911 services and appears to be impacting a wide range of users who rely on internet-based phone systems.
At this time, no official outage notification has been issued by service providers. However, officials say the disruption may be connected to a larger network issue involving AT&T infrastructure.
The exact cause of the outage remains under investigation, and there is currently no estimated timeframe for when service will be fully restored.
Chattooga County EMA/E-911 says they are continuing to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, April 14, 2026:
Scouting America Troop 7 in Summerville is inviting local youth and families to an upcoming open house to learn more about scouting opportunities in the community.
The event will be held Monday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Scout Hut located at 220 Highway 100 in Summerville.
Organizers say the open house will give attendees a chance to meet current scouts and adult leaders, learn about camping and outdoor adventures, and explore leadership and service opportunities offered through the program. There will also be time to ask questions about joining Troop 7.
The event is open to youth ages 11 to 17, along with parents and guardians. No prior scouting experience is required.
Everyone is invited to come out and discover what Scouting America has to offer.
Gas prices across Georgia are holding steady this week, even as tensions in the Middle East continue to create volatility in global oil markets.
The Chattooga County Historical Society is inviting the community to a fun and educational afternoon at its quarterly meeting this Sunday, April 19, 2026.
The event will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Summerville Depot and will feature a Chattooga County History Trivia Contest. Attendees will be divided into teams for a fast-paced and engaging program designed to test local knowledge and teach a few new facts along the way.
Organizers say there will be refreshments and plenty of prizes, and the event is open to everyone — especially those who enjoy the historical photos and posts shared online.
Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars and come out for an afternoon of local history and community fun.