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March 19, 2026

Vietnam Veterans Lunch Set for March 27 in Chattooga County

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The annual Vietnam War Veterans Lunch will be held Friday, March 27, 2026, at the Chattooga County Memorial Home.

The program and lunch will begin at 12 noon and will honor those who served during the Vietnam era, along with their families.

Organizers say widows and widowers of Vietnam-era veterans will also be recognized during the event with Honor Certificates from the State of Georgia. Those wishing to be included are asked to call Kim Snow at the Extension Office at 706-857-0744 by Monday, March 23, so their spouse’s service can be properly honored.

All veterans who served during the Vietnam era from November 1, 1955, through May 15, 1975, whether in-country or at other duty posts, are invited to attend with their families. Spouses of Vietnam veterans who have passed away are also invited as special guests along with their families.

The annual event is sponsored by VFW Post 6688 and Auxiliary along with local volunteers.

For more information, call Barbara Reece at 706-857-8478 or Odell Anderson at 706-397-2394.

March 18, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Fire under Investigation at Sloppy Floyd Lake Road Residence

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Firefighters responded Monday to a structure fire at 251 Sloppy Floyd Lake Road. Summerville, Hays Correctional and Gore fire departments all responded to the scene.

Fire officials told WZQZ News the fire is believed to have started at the front of the residence, although the exact cause remains under investigation. Firefighters say suppression efforts were complicated by a large amount of material in and around the front of the home, which added fuel to the fire.

Officials said this was the second structure fire reported on the property this year.

March 17, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Democratic State Senate District 53 candidate Jack Zibluk Suspends Campaign

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Democratic State Senate District 53 candidate Jack Zibluk has announced he is suspending campaign activities following the recent medical emergency involving his opponent, Republican candidate Lanny Thomas.

March 16, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

CHS Class of 1976 Plans 50th Reunion in Summerville

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Members of the Chattooga High School Class of 1976 are preparing to celebrate a major milestone as plans move forward for their 50th class reunion, scheduled for Saturday, April 25 in Summerville.

March 15, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

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 15, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

City Of Summerville Launches Water Bill Protection Plan

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The City of Summerville has launched a new Water Bill Protection Plan designed to help residents avoid unexpected spikes in their water bills caused by major leaks.

City Manager Jason Winters said the city has occasionally received complaints about unusually high water bills caused by leaks that went undetected for several days. The new program is intended to provide a safety net for customers in those situations while still encouraging residents to monitor their water usage.

Officials say the protection plan is designed to help cover situations where a major leak runs for several days before being discovered, which can cause water usage to increase dramatically. City leaders note that similar programs are offered in many other cities and say the plan is meant to provide peace of mind for residents while helping protect them from extremely high utility bills.

March 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga County Man Arrested After Incident on Highway 48

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A Chattooga County man was arrested following an early morning incident along Highway 48 near Fish Hatchery Road on March 4, according to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

March 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Berry College Issues Important Prom Season Reminder, Updates Photo Guidelines

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Berry College is reminding families and students to review its updated photography guidelines as prom and homecoming season brings a major increase in campus traffic.

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 12, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison in Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse Case

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A Chattooga County man has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted by a jury on multiple charges involving the physical and sexual abuse of children, according to the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office.