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September 10, 2026

Chattooga County Eligible For Favorable Match On Up To $1 Million In ARC Funding

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Chattooga County’s economic classification could once again provide local governments and organizations with a significant advantage when seeking federal money for community and economic development projects.

September 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation Accepting 2026 Grant Applications

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The Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle, continuing a program that has provided more than $8.4 million for projects benefiting Menlo, Chattooga County and surrounding areas over the past two decades.

January 15, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Add More Art in 2026: Explore Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden in Chattooga County’s Pennville Community

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If one of your 2026 goals is to add more culture and creativity to your life, a close-to-home option is calling: Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden, located in the Pennville Community in Chattooga County near Summerville.

January 3, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden Reflects on Strong 2025, Looks Ahead to New Opportunities in 2026

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Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden in Chattooga County is closing the book on a successful 2025, highlighting a year of growth, creativity, and global interest at the iconic folk art site.