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July 2, 2026

Happening Today: Summerville Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks Show

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One of Chattooga County’s biggest summer traditions returns today as the City of Summerville hosts its annual Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks Show at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

The free community celebration begins at 6 p.m. at 33 Middle School Road and will feature live music, family activities, food vendors, contests and one of the largest fireworks displays in Northwest Georgia. The fireworks show is scheduled for 10 p.m.

Families can enjoy the free Kid’s Zone from 6 until 9 p.m., with waterslides, inflatables, face painting, sack races, badminton, volleyball, Jenga and more. Other activities include the Corn Hole Tournament, the Patriotic Foot Parade for children at 6:35 p.m., and the Summerville Natural Gas and Menlo Lucky’s Hot Dog Eating Contest at 7:30 p.m.

Entertainment begins at 6:45 p.m. with Parker Thomas, followed by The Whole Fam Damily at 8 p.m.

Parking is free, and visitors are encouraged to arrive early, bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy an evening of food, music, family fun and fireworks.

June 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Democrats to Host State House Candidate Forum June 15

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The Chattooga County Democratic Party will host its next monthly meeting on Monday, June 15, featuring a public forum with Georgia House District 12 candidate Holly Chaney.

February 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Vegetable Gardening Class Set for February 25 in Chattooga County

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Residents interested in growing their own vegetables can take part in an upcoming Vegetable Gardening Class hosted at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

The class will be held February 25 at 6 p.m. at the Agricultural Center, located at 40 Middle School Road. Participants will learn about site preparation, soil fertility, planting practices, and more to help prepare for the upcoming growing season.

Those wishing to attend are asked to call 706-857-0744 to reserve a spot. Organizers note that the program is offered through UGA Extension – Chattooga County and is an equal opportunity event. Anyone needing reasonable accommodation or language access services should contact the Chattooga County Extension Office at least three weeks prior to the program date.

For more information or to register, call 706-857-0744 or email chattooga.extension@uga.edu.