Advance voting continues in Chattooga County for the November 3 general election, with more than 1,700 residents already casting ballots.
The Chattooga County Tax Commissioner’s Office is experiencing network problems that are preventing employees from processing motor vehicle transactions and credit card payments.
Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton announced Wednesday that the office is dealing with technical difficulties and does not expect to be operating at full capacity until late Thursday morning, October 22.
According to Hampton, the network issues have temporarily halted all motor vehicle transactions and credit card processing. The office’s website also appears to be down.
Hampton said she will provide an update once the problems have been resolved and normal services can resume.
Residents planning to visit the Tax Commissioner’s Office are encouraged to call ahead to determine whether the services they need are available.
The office can be reached at 706-857-0703.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, October 21, 2026:
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect an extended stretch of sunny skies and mild afternoon temperatures, but the continued lack of rainfall could lead to worsening drought conditions.
Eleven students from Summerville Middle School and Chattooga High School are on their way to Indianapolis, Indiana, to attend the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo.
The students will join thousands of FFA members from across the country for the annual event, which begins Wednesday, October 21, and continues through Saturday, October 24.
The National FFA Organization expects more than 70,000 students, agricultural educators, advisors and supporters to attend this year’s convention.
The four-day event will feature leadership workshops, educational sessions, agricultural career exhibits, competitions and opportunities for students to connect with fellow FFA members from across the United States.
Students will also have opportunities to explore more than 350 career paths in agriculture and related industries through the National FFA Expo.
The convention is one of the largest annual gatherings of agricultural education students in the country, providing opportunities to develop leadership skills, learn about agricultural careers and celebrate achievements in FFA programs.
The eleven students representing Summerville Middle School and Chattooga High School will have an opportunity to bring new experiences and ideas back to their local FFA chapters.
With Medicare’s annual open enrollment period underway, federal officials are warning senior citizens to be on the lookout for scams involving health insurance coverage.
The Salvation Army in Rome will hold a special Angel Tree registration event on Tuesday, October 27, giving qualifying families and senior citizens an opportunity to apply for Christmas assistance.
The registration event will take place from 1 PM until 3 PM at Dirt Pour Coffee and Cafe.
Cristina Tilley with the Salvation Army in Rome says the Angel Tree program is available to children under the age of 12 whose parents’ income does not exceed 130 percent of the federal poverty level. Senior citizens ages 65 and older may also qualify for assistance.
Parents registering children will need to bring a photo ID, proof of income for both parents, proof of address, and birth certificates for all qualifying children.
Senior citizens applying for assistance will need to provide identification, proof of income, and proof of address.
The Angel Tree program helps provide Christmas gifts to children and seniors in need during the holiday season.
Those interested in receiving assistance are encouraged to have all required documents ready when they arrive for registration on October 27.
The Town of Trion will hold its regular workshop and Town Council meeting Thursday evening, October 22, at Trion Town Hall.
According to an official meeting notice issued by Mayor Mickey McGraw, the workshop will begin at 6 PM in the Town Hall Conference Room, with the regular Town Council meeting immediately following.
The meeting provides an opportunity for town leaders to discuss municipal business and address matters affecting the community.
The notice, dated October 16, was distributed to Town Council members and local news media by the mayor’s office.
Residents who have questions or comments about the upcoming meeting can contact Mayor McGraw or the Trion Town Hall office at 706-734-2332 to request additional information.
Business owners and entrepreneurs from across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to learn new strategies, make connections, and explore ways to grow their businesses during the 2026 Northwest Georgia Business Summit in Cartersville.
Animal Advocates of Chattooga County is sharing information about an upcoming spay and neuter transport opportunity for area pet owners through My Kids Have Paws Veterinary Services.