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April 22, 2026

Free Tree Giveaway Announced By North Georgia EMC

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North Georgia EMC is once again helping members go green with its annual tree giveaway.

The utility will give away up to 200 free trees on Thursday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as part of its Energy Saving Tree Program.

Trees will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one tree per member. Participants must bring a copy of their NGEMC power bill to claim a tree.

Pickup locations include NGEMC offices in Calhoun, Dalton, and Fort Oglethorpe.

Available tree varieties may include Bur Oak, Red Sunset Maple, White Fringe Tree, Chickasaw Plum, and Highbush Blueberry, while supplies last.

The program is designed to help homeowners plant trees in the right locations to reduce energy costs by providing shade and lowering cooling needs during the summer months.

The giveaway is open to NGEMC members only.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Savvy Senior Event Coming To Rome Focuses On Financial Wellness And Fraud Prevention

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Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is inviting Northwest Georgia residents to attend an upcoming “Savvy Senior” event designed to help individuals strengthen their financial future and guard against fraud.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County EMA/E-911 Hiring Full-Time Communications Officers

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Chattooga County EMA/E-911 is now accepting applications for full-time Communications Officers, offering an opportunity to serve on the front lines of public safety.

The position features a split shift schedule, typically from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., with a rotating schedule of two days on and two days off, along with every other weekend consisting of three days on and three days off. Officials note that flexibility is required, as employees may be asked to cover additional shifts.

Starting pay is $16 per hour, with scheduled raises, including increases after the first six weeks, again after another six weeks, and an additional raise around the one-year mark.

Applicants must obtain state certification to maintain employment. Initial training is provided in-house, followed by a required one-week POST Communications Officer course at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth, which includes an on-campus stay.

Those interested can apply by calling 706-857-3400, selecting option 1 or 2.

Officials say the role is critical in helping guide emergency response efforts, serving as a calm and steady voice for those in need.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High Softball To Host Youth Camp In June

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Young athletes in Chattooga County will have the opportunity to sharpen their softball skills this summer as Trion High School hosts its annual youth softball camp.

The camp is scheduled for June 1 and 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the J.W. Greenwood Athletic Complex at the Trion High School softball field. It is open to children ages 5 through 12.

Campers will receive instruction in fundamental skills including hitting, throwing, pitching, fielding, and baserunning. The cost is $30 per participant, which includes a camp T-shirt.

Participants are asked to bring a water bottle, bat, and glove. Organizers also note that the camp will be held rain or shine.

Registration is open now, and those who sign up by May 8 are guaranteed to receive a T-shirt.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New Congressman Clay Fuller Begins First Days Representing Northwest Georgia

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Northwest Georgia’s new representative in Washington is settling into his role after officially being sworn into Congress.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Friday Night Concert Returns To Downtown Summerville April 24

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The City of Summerville is inviting the community out for an evening of live music as the Natural Gas Friday Night Concert series continues on April 24.

This week’s featured performance will showcase Pink Houses, a John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band, taking the stage from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will take place along East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.

An opening local act will kick things off at 7 p.m., setting the stage for a full night of entertainment in the city’s Entertainment District streetscape.

Organizers encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere filled with great music and community spirit.

The concert is free and open to the public.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Town Council To Hold Workshop And Regular Meeting Thursday

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The Town of Trion has announced an upcoming workshop and council meeting later this week.

According to Mayor Mickey McGraw, the meeting will take place Thursday, April 23rd in the Town Hall Conference Room. The workshop session is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m., with the regular council meeting to follow shortly after.

City officials say the meeting is open to the public, and anyone with questions or comments is encouraged to contact Trion Town Hall for additional information.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – April 21, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, April 21, 2026:

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dry Weather Raises Fire Concerns Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and the wider Northwest Georgia region can expect several more days of warm, dry weather, increasing the risk for outdoor fires through the end of the workweek.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Passenger In 2025 Hays Prison Chase Arrested In Chattooga County Over The Weekend

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A man authorities say was the passenger in the vehicle involved in last year’s drug-drop attempt near Hays State Prison and the resulting crash that seriously injured a Chattooga County woman was arrested in Chattooga County over the weekend.