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February 22, 2026

Chattooga High School Basketball Heads to State Tournament

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Chattooga High School basketball is headed to the state tournament with both the boys and girls teams set to play on the road this week, and both matchups will require significant travel.

The Chattooga boys will play Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Rabun County High School, while the Chattooga girls will face Putnam County High School on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. The teams will be traveling more than 150 miles for a nearly three-hour trip as they represent Chattooga County on the state stage.

Fans are encouraged to support the Indians and Lady Indians and wish them safe travels and strong performances.

February 20, 2026

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Chattooga High CTE Students Competing at 2026 SkillsUSA State Conference in Atlanta

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Chattooga High School Career and Technical Education students are in Atlanta this week competing at one of the state’s largest Career and Technical Education events.

February 17, 2026

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Chattooga Teachers Named Georgia Science Teachers of the Year

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Two educators from the Chattooga County School District are being recognized statewide for excellence in science instruction. Erin Smith of Leroy Massey Elementary and Melissa Rowe of Chattooga High School have been named Georgia Science Teachers Association (GSTA) Science Teachers of the Year, earning top honors at the elementary and high school levels.

District leaders say Smith and Rowe were selected for their dedication, instructional leadership, and passion for engaging students in meaningful science learning. Their recognition, the district says, reflects the high-quality science instruction delivered across Chattooga County classrooms each day.

The GSTA Teacher of the Year Award honors educators with a proven record of excellence and impact on student learning. Award recipients receive a $1,500 honorarium and complimentary registration to the GSTA Annual Conference. The district is encouraging the community to join in congratulating both teachers on the achievement.

February 15, 2026

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American Legion Post 129 Donates New U.S. Flags to Chattooga High School

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Chattooga High School is expressing its appreciation to the Chattooga County Memorial Home and American Legion Post 129 for the donation of two new United States flags, reinforcing a long-standing tradition of patriotism and respect on campus.

February 10, 2026

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Miss Chattooga County Pageant 2026 Set for March 28 at Chattooga High School

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The Miss Chattooga County Pageant 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, beginning at 3:00 p.m. at the Chattooga High School Auditorium/Cafeteria.

January 27, 2026

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Chattooga High School Athletics Schedule for This Week

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Chattooga High School has released its athletics schedule for this week, featuring basketball action on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, along with wrestling on Friday and Saturday.

Today, Tuesday, January 27, the Indians host Gordon Lee for two basketball games with a 6:00 p.m. start time.

On Friday, January 30, Chattooga travels to Gordon Central for three basketball games, beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling is also on the schedule Friday and Saturday (January 30–31) for the Area Traditional, with times to be announced.

Basketball continues on Saturday, January 31, with Chattooga traveling to Bremen for three games starting at 1:00 p.m.

January 26, 2026

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Chattooga County School Schedule For January 27, 2026

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January 26, 2026

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INDIANS MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER TRYOUTS UPDATE: Monday Cancelled; Tuesday and Wednesday Still Scheduled

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Indians Middle School soccer tryouts for grades 5–8 have been impacted by the cold snap moving into Northwest Georgia. Coaches say tryouts that were planned for Monday are cancelled due to cold temperatures and poor field conditions.

January 18, 2026

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Chattooga High School Sets Fire Drill for Jan. 21, Outlines Busy Week of Athletics and Student Activities

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Chattooga High School will conduct its January fire drill on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 1 p.m., according to Assistant Principal and Athletic Director J. Mark Turner.

January 16, 2026

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Chattooga Indians Football to Honor 2025 Team at Banquet on Jan. 21

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The Chattooga Indians football banquet is set for Wednesday, January 21 at 6:00 PM in the Chattooga High School cafeteria. Dinner will be served, with lasagna, salad, and drinks provided.

Parents and visitors are asked to bring dinner rolls/bread and desserts to help complete the meal.

The program is a chance for the community to come together and recognize and celebrate the 2025 team one final time.