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January 26, 2026

Chattooga County Animal Control: Free Straw Available to Help Protect Pets During Dangerous Cold

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As dangerous cold grips Northwest Georgia, Chattooga County Animal Control is urging residents to bring pets inside and take extra precautions to keep animals safe. Officials warn that pets cannot survive prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures, especially overnight when wind chills can drop even lower.

Chattooga County Animal Control Director Charlie Long says families in need can pick up one free bale of straw to help provide warmer bedding and insulation for outdoor shelters. Straw is available at Pine Ridge Outdoors, 4999 GA-114, Lyerly, GA 30730, or Southern Living Farm and Garden, 15734 US-27, Trion, GA 30753. Long says the straw is one per family and is being provided by Animal Advocates of Chattooga County, adding thanks for their continued support of local animals.

Residents are reminded that garages, sheds, and porches may still be too cold, and that animals left outside can suffer quickly in these conditions. If pets must be outdoors for brief periods, make sure they have a dry, wind-blocked shelter with warm bedding, along with food and unfrozen water.

January 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap Set for May 2 in Summerville; Vendors Now Wanted

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The Free 6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap is set for Saturday, May 2nd, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Teloga Springs Farm, 9505 Hwy 337 in Summerville, bringing local gardeners together for an afternoon of swapping plants and supporting community causes. Organizers say all donations benefit the Animal Advocates of Chattooga County and the Teloga Fire Department, and note it will be a cash-only event.

Along with the plant swap, the event will feature raffle tickets, vendors, food trucks, and a bake sale, giving families plenty to do while shopping and connecting with fellow growers across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.

Organizers are also seeking vendors and crafters to participate. Vendor setup is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and vendor spots are $30. Vendors should plan to bring their own pop-up tent and tables, as they will not be provided, and organizers say no power or Wi-Fi will be available.

For more information or to register as a vendor, contact Mandy at 423-802-8660 or email chattoogacountyplantswap@gmail.com.

December 4, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

Animal Welfare Dispute in Chattooga County Includes Earlier Email Exchange and Commissioner’s New Call for Meeting

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A continuing disagreement involving animal welfare efforts in Chattooga County is drawing renewed attention after Sole County Commissioner Andy Allen released a statement this week calling for clearer communication and a face-to-face meeting with the Animal Advocates of Chattooga County. The commissioner’s statement follows months of tension and includes earlier correspondence from this spring that centered on concerns about the county animal shelter and its leadership.