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October 13, 2026

Chattooga County FFA Dairy Show Team Hosting Interest Meeting Thursday

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Students interested in showing dairy cattle through the FFA program will have an opportunity to learn more about joining the Chattooga County Dairy Show Team this week.

The award-winning team is hosting a Dairy Showing Interest Meeting on Thursday, October 15, at 6 p.m. in the agriculture classroom at Summerville Middle School.

The meeting is intended for students interested in showing a dairy heifer as part of the FFA program.

Organizers say attendance at Thursday’s meeting is mandatory for students who want to sign up for dairy showing. Students must also be members of either the Summerville Middle School FFA or Chattooga High School FFA to participate.

The Chattooga County Dairy Show Team provides students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience working with livestock while developing responsibility, agricultural knowledge and animal-showing skills.

Those attending the meeting should pull to the left of the Summerville Middle School parking lot and follow the gravel driveway to the back of the school to reach the agriculture classroom.

For additional information, contact Ms. Carmon at bcarmon@chattooga.k12.ga.us.

October 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High School Marching Band Receives New Equipment Trailer

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The Chattooga High School Marching Indian Band has received a brand-new trailer to safely store and transport instruments and other equipment, thanks to the generosity and support of the local community.

The new trailer will provide the band with a dedicated way to transport its equipment to football games, marching competitions and other performances throughout the school year.

According to an announcement from the band, the purchase was made possible through contributions and support from local businesses, organizations, churches, individuals and Chattooga High School Marching Band alumni.

Band supporters say the trailer represents a significant improvement for the program, helping students and staff move equipment more safely and efficiently while participating in events.

The Marching Indian Band expressed appreciation to everyone who contributed to making the new trailer a reality.

The addition is another example of community support for student activities at Chattooga High School, where the marching band plays an important role in school spirit and community events.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High Revising Severe Weather Procedures After Safety Review

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Chattooga County Schools will revise severe weather procedures at Chattooga High School after consulting with a Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency security specialist.

October 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Schools Developing Districtwide Literacy Plan

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Chattooga County Schools are working toward completion of a districtwide literacy plan as educators continue professional development and efforts to strengthen reading instruction throughout the school system.

October 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Big Weekend For Chattooga Football As Varsity Wins And Middle School Advances To Championship

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It was a big weekend for Chattooga football, with both the varsity Indians and Chattooga Middle School picking up important victories.

On Friday night, the Chattooga Indians earned their first win of the season, defeating Gordon Central 38-22 in front of the Homecoming crowd at the Little Big Horn.

The 38 points were a season high for Chattooga, which improved to 1-5 overall and 1-1 in Region 7-AA.

Chattooga will have an open date this coming Friday before returning to action October 16, when the Indians host Dade County in another region matchup.

Then on Saturday, Chattooga Middle School punched its ticket to the championship game with a dominant semifinal victory over Darlington.

The middle school Indians defeated Darlington 52-8, winning by 44 points to advance to the title game.

Chattooga now knows its championship opponent after Model defeated Pepperell in the other semifinal.

Chattooga Middle School will face Model for the championship Thursday, October 8, at 5 PM.

The back-to-back victories made for a strong weekend for Chattooga football, with the varsity Indians breaking into the win column and the middle school team earning an opportunity to bring home a championship.

October 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Indians Pick Up First Win With 38-22 Homecoming Victory

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The Chattooga Indians broke into the win column in a big way Friday night, defeating Gordon Central 38-22 in front of the Homecoming crowd at the Little Big Horn.

The victory was the first of the season for Head Coach Roone Gable and the Indians, who entered Friday night’s Region 7-AA contest with an 0-5 record. Gordon Central also came into the game looking for its first victory of the year.

Chattooga’s offense had its biggest night of the season, putting 38 points on the scoreboard. Before Friday night, the Indians’ season high was 17 points in a 27-17 loss at Ridgeland. Chattooga had scored 14 against LaFayette, seven against Model, seven against Coosa and was shut out 23-0 by Gordon Lee last week.

The win also came on Homecoming night at Chattooga High School, capping a week of activities that included Wednesday night’s Red & Black Bash. Students, alumni and supporters gathered Friday night at the Little Big Horn for the Homecoming celebration and the Indians’ region matchup with Gordon Central.

The 2026 Homecoming Court was recognized during the evening.

Daysa Connie Martin was crowned the 2026 Homecoming Queen.

Claira Moseley was named First Runner-Up, while Carlee Alissa Childers was named Second Runner-Up.

Class princesses were also recognized. Addison Deberry was named Junior Princess, Emma Kate Veatch was named Sophomore Princess, and Layla Monet Albert was named Freshman Princess.

Trion had the week off Friday night. The Bulldogs are 5-1 following last week’s 48-21 road victory over Northview. Trion returns to action next Friday, October 9, traveling to Greenville to take on the Patriots at 7:30 PM.

Chattooga will have next Friday off before returning to the Little Big Horn on Friday, October 16, when the Indians host Dade County at 7:30 PM.

October 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Hosts Gordon Central For Homecoming Friday Night

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The Chattooga Indians return to the Little Big Horn Friday night for Homecoming, taking on the Gordon Central Warriors in a Region 7-AA matchup.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM.

Both teams enter Friday night’s game looking for their first win of the season. Chattooga is 0-5 overall and 0-1 in region play, while Gordon Central is also 0-5 overall and 0-1 in the region.

Chattooga is coming off a 23-0 loss to Gordon Lee, while Gordon Central fell to Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe 35-26 last Friday.

For Head Coach Roone Gable and the Indians, Friday night’s game provides an opportunity to pick up an important region victory in front of the Homecoming crowd.

The game caps off a week of Homecoming activities at Chattooga High School, including the Red & Black Bash held Wednesday evening. The Homecoming Court will also be featured Friday night as students, alumni and supporters gather at the Little Big Horn.

Trion has the week off, making the Chattooga-Gordon Central matchup the featured WZQZ football broadcast this week.

The game will be heard live on WZQZ 99.1 FM and will also be streamed live on the WZQZ Facebook page.

The Chattooga broadcast crew of Chris “Bubba” Wilson and Steiner Davis, along with cameraman Mason Gilreath, will bring listeners and viewers all the action from the Little Big Horn.

Kickoff between the Chattooga Indians and Gordon Central Warriors is at 7:30 PM Friday.

October 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools Recognize Five Teachers Of The Year

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Five Chattooga County educators have been recognized as their schools’ 2027 Teachers of the Year and will now move forward for consideration for the districtwide honor.

October 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools Graduation Rate Climbs To 90.2%

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Chattooga County Schools has reached a 90.2% graduation rate for the Class of 2026, putting the local school system above Georgia’s statewide average.

September 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Wednesday Deadline For Georgia Students To Apply For U.S. Senate Youth Program

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Eligible high school students in Chattooga County have until 5 PM today to apply for a program that could send them to Washington, D.C., and provide a $12,500 college scholarship.

Chattooga Middle School football players celebrate following Saturday’s 52-8 semifinal victory over Darlington. The Indians advance to the championship game and will face Model Thursday, October 8, at 5 PM.