Get ready to kick off 2025 with the Cave Spring Polar Plunge!

This exciting annual event invites participants to celebrate the New Year with a chilly dive into Rolater Park’s natural spring-fed pool.

The plunge takes place at noon on January 1st, rain or shine.

Tickets are $30 online or $35 at the gate, including a commemorative tee shirt and a traditional New Year’s lunch.

Additional sweatshirts, tee shirts, and lunch plates will also be available for purchase.

All proceeds support the Cave Spring Historical Society’s efforts to preserve the town’s historic buildings.

No one won the $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot on Tuesday, but five tickets in Georgia won prizes. Four tickets matched four numbers and the Mega Ball, and one ticket with a Megaplier won $30,000. With no winners, tonight’s jackpot will be $1. 15 billion. To claim prizes in Georgia, winners must go to retailers for amounts under $600, while those over $600 must visit lottery headquarters or send by mail. Winners need a claim form and valid ID. Online ticket winners have 180 days to claim their prize, while instant ticket winners have 90 days from expiration.

Earlier this week, TMMA Farms, a local sanctuary dedicated to rehabilitating animals, reached out to media outlets, including WZQZ, to report a heartbreaking incident involving one of their beloved rescue animals. Rooster, a Corgi who had overcome significant challenges during his rehabilitation, was struck and killed by a FedEx driver, prompting an outcry from the community and a statement from the delivery company.

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There were no arrests to report from this morning’s booking report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, December 26, 2024.

Earlier this week, 40 families in Chattooga County received Christmas gifts from Santa in Uniform.  The local organization is made up of police, firefighters and emergency responders and each year they raise money to help families in need at Christmastime.  Although Christmas Day is over, Santa in Uniform is reminding residents that they accept donations year round.  According to Santa in Uniform, if you need to make a donations for tax purposes before the end of the year, you can send donations several different ways:

Get ready to lace up your hiking boots and enjoy the natural beauty of Cloudland Canyon State Park! The first is today where you can take part in a guided hike to Bear Creek. These short but strenuous hikes, led by experienced guides, will take participants from the Interpretive Center to the ford at Bear Creek, covering about 3 miles roundtrip. Today’s hike is from 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Other hike dates are: Monday, January 6, 2025 (1 PM to 3 PM), Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (10 AM to 12 PM), Monday, January 20, 2025 (10 AM to 12 PM), and Monday, January 27, 2025 (10 AM to 12 PM). Participants should meet at the Interpretive Center at least 5 minutes early, wear comfortable shoes, and bring water. A $5 parking fee applies, and for questions, contact 706-657-4050. The park is located at 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Road, Rising Fawn, GA 30738, with GPS coordinates N 34. 8402630 | W -85. 4828810. It is on Route 136, 8 miles east of Trenton and I-59 (Exit 11), and 18 miles west of LaFayette.

Flu cases in Georgia have increased to “high” levels, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In the latest data for Week 50, ending on December 14th, Georgia was among 15 states showing “high” or “very high” influenza levels.

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Earlier this month, the oldest church in Chattooga County welcomed a new pastor.  Sardis Baptist Church, located in Chattoogaville, called James “Jamie” Maples as their new pastor.

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As the holiday season wraps up, many consumers in the Peach State are contemplating returning gifts received during Christmas. To help residents navigate the returns process, the Georgia Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division is reminding everyone of key facts about their rights as consumers. With the holiday shopping frenzy behind us, it’s essential to understand the realities of returning items.

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Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is recognizing Military Consumer Protection Month by providing information to help active-duty service members, veterans, and their families avoid scams and predatory business practices. He emphasized the importance of protecting personal and financial information and stated that his office would take action against businesses exploiting military personnel.

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