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March 16, 2026

Former Commissioner Responds to Audit Concerns as County Works to Reconcile Finances

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Former Chattooga County Commissioner Blake Elsberry is responding to recent online discussions about findings from the ongoing 2024 audit of Chattooga County finances, offering context about accounting discrepancies identified during that time.

March 16, 2026

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Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Scheduled in Chattooga County

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Cattle producers in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to have herd bulls evaluated during upcoming Bull Breeding Soundness Exams scheduled for Saturday, March 21 at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

March 15, 2026

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Arrest Report – Sunday – March 15, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, March 15, 2026:

March 15, 2026

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Chattooga County Tax Books Now Open For 2026 Returns

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The Chattooga County Tax Assessor’s Office has announced that the tax books are now open for the return of 2026 state and county taxes, with property owners required to make their return on or before April 1, 2026.

March 14, 2026

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Arrest Report – Saturday – March 14, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, March 14, 2026

March 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Animal Shelter Hosting Adoption Event Saturday

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter will host a special adoption event this Saturday, March 14, from 10 AM until 4 PM.

A number of dogs and cats will be available for adoption, including Ember, Rem, Lick, Rosie, Kuma, Hoss, Diesel, Gojo, Buster, Ranger, Boone, Maple, Radar, Ollie, Freckles, Dottie, Pepper, Ozzie, and George. Shelter officials encourage residents to stop by, meet the animals, and consider giving a pet a new home.

The event will take place at the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, 464 Red Oak Road in Summerville. For more information, call 706-857-0679.

March 13, 2026

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Arrest Report – Friday – March 13, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, March 13, 2026:

March 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – March 12, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, March 10, 2026:

March 11, 2026

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Trion Elementary Seeking Paraprofessionals for 2026–2027 School Year

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Trion Elementary School is seeking applicants to fill two paraprofessional positions for the 2026–2027 school year.

The positions are based at Trion Elementary School and involve assisting teachers and supporting elementary students in the classroom.

According to the posting, candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED and meet one of the following qualifications:

Hold an associate’s degree or higher from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) accepted accredited institution with at least 60 semester hours of college coursework, or
Pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.

Interested candidates are asked to submit an application and letter of interest to Beth Pelham at beth.pelham@trionschools.org.

March 11, 2026

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Lightning Strike Destroys Barn on Commissioner Andy Allen’s Farm

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Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen said Tuesday that a barn on his farm was destroyed after being struck by lightning during storms overnight.

Allen and his wife, Whitney, said the lightning strike hit a fence charger, which sparked the fire that resulted in the barn being a total loss.

In a statement, the Allens thanked the Gore Fire Department and Hays State Prison firefighters for their quick response.

“We want to take this opportunity to thank Gore Fire Department and Hays Prison on their quick response and professionalism that they showed early this morning,” the statement said. “During the storms last night lightning hit our fence charger which sparked a fire and our barn was a total loss.”

The Allens said firefighters worked quickly to ensure the fire was fully contained and did not spread to their nearby horse barn.

“We appreciate their efforts and kindness,” the statement concluded.