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October 14, 2026

Public Hearing Thursday On $1 Million Welcome Hill Water Project Expected To Benefit 118 Residents

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Residents in the Welcome Hill community near Trion will have an opportunity tomorrow to learn more about a major water system improvement project expected to benefit approximately 118 residents.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Commissioner Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Hurricane Isaias

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Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen has declared a local State of Emergency for Chattooga County as the county prepares for potentially dangerous weather associated with Hurricane Isaias.

October 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Transit Already Serving Local Riders As County Seeks Continued Federal Funding

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A recent WZQZ News and ChattoogaInfo report about Chattooga County’s application for federal rural transit funding prompted a number of social media comments from residents who did not realize the county already operates a public transportation system.

October 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Transit System Seeking Federal Funding For Rural Transportation

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Chattooga County residents have until Friday, October 9, to submit comments or request a public hearing concerning the county’s application for federal funding for its rural public transportation program.

October 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GDOT Programs Replacement Of Mosteller Creek Bridge For 2031

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The Mosteller Creek Bridge on Oak Hill Road west of Lyerly is back open with restrictions, but new information from the Georgia Department of Transportation shows a permanent replacement is currently programmed several years down the road.

September 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Uniform Service Proposals To Be Opened Wednesday

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Chattooga County will open proposals tomorrow, Wednesday, September 30, from companies interested in providing uniform rental and laundry services for several county departments.

September 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Nearly $933,000 Property Tax Rollback Credited To New Sales Tax Revenue

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Chattooga County property owners will see nearly $933,000 in property tax relief this year, with the reduction tied to revenue from the additional sales tax approved by voters last year.

September 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Public Hearing Set For $1 Million Welcome Hill Water Improvement Project

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Chattooga County residents will have an opportunity next month to learn more about a $1 million water improvement project planned for the Welcome Hill Road area near Trion.

September 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Millage Rate Drops As Tax Digest Climbs Above $912 Million

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Chattooga County’s tax digest has grown by more than $133 million over the past year, but county government is expected to levy nearly $933,000 less in maintenance and operations property taxes for 2026.

September 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mosteller Creek Bridge Reopens With Restrictions After Three-Month Closure

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A bridge that serves as an important route for residents in the Lyerly and Menlo areas, and commuters from Alabama, is back open, but motorists will face significant restrictions when crossing.

The Mosteller Creek Bridge on Oak Hill Road west of Lyerly has reopened to traffic, according to the Chattooga County Commissioner’s Office. The bridge currently carries a 10-ton weight limit, and traffic is restricted to a single lane.