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June 24, 2026

Chattooga County EMA Hosting Community Blood Drive July 13

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Residents will have an opportunity to help save lives and support local patients during an upcoming blood drive hosted by the Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scouts And Veterans Retire Hundreds Of American Flags In Chattooga County

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Veterans and local scouts came together in Chattooga County to honor the American flag with dignity and respect during a flag retirement ceremony at VFW Post 6688 on Memorial Drive.

June 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Animal Shelter Seeks Volunteers to Support Local Pets

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers willing to donate their time and talents to help care for homeless animals and support shelter operations.

Shelter officials say they are currently seeking volunteers to assist with answering phones for short shifts throughout the week. Volunteers in this role help direct calls, answer questions from the public, and provide friendly customer service to visitors and callers.

The shelter is also looking for social media volunteers who enjoy photography, videography, and creating online content. Photos, videos, and social media posts play a vital role in helping adoptable animals gain visibility and connect with potential families.

Organizers say there is a volunteer opportunity for nearly everyone, whether helping behind a desk or behind a camera. Community members interested in making a difference are encouraged to get involved and support the shelter’s mission.

Those interested in volunteering can text the word “Volunteer” to 210-380-1759, send a message to the shelter, or stop by in person.

The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is located at 464 Red Oak Road in Summerville.

June 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Red Cross Issues Urgent Call for Blood Donors as Summer Begins

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The American Red Cross is urging eligible donors to schedule blood donation appointments as an alarming decline in donations threatens to impact the nation’s blood supply heading into the busy summer months.

May 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Set For Saturday, May 9

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The National Association of Letter Carriers will hold its annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 9.

Now in its 34th year, the nationwide one-day food drive helps stock local food pantries at a time when many supplies are running low heading into summer.

Residents can participate by placing a bag of non-perishable food donations by their mailbox on Saturday, May 9. Letter carriers will collect the donations during their regular routes, and the food will go directly to local pantries helping families in need.

Organizers say more than 47 million Americans face food insecurity, including millions of children and seniors. Since the food drive began, letter carriers have helped collect more than 1.94 billion pounds of food nationwide.

Customers are encouraged to check with their letter carrier or local post office to confirm participation in their area.

April 6, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Atrium Health Floyd Honors Community Partnerships At Flagpole Dedication In Chattooga County

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Atrium Health Floyd recently joined community leaders, local organizations, and first responders for a Flagpole Dedication Ceremony at its freestanding emergency department in Chattooga County, highlighting the healthcare system’s longstanding commitment to the community it has served for more than 80 years.

April 5, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga High School HOSA Earns Bronze Elite Chapter Status

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Chattooga High School’s HOSA chapter is being recognized for earning Bronze Elite Chapter Status, a notable achievement that reflects the chapter’s hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence. The honor highlights the success of the students, advisors, and school support system that have helped the organization continue to grow and stand out.

March 20, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Local FFA Chapters Raise Nearly $2,000 for Animal Shelter During Day of Service

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Students from across Chattooga County came together for a day of service, raising nearly $2,000 to support the local animal shelter while also volunteering their time.

March 16, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Summerville Middle School Students Visit Oakview Residents for Morning of Games, Stories and Service

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A group of Summerville Middle School boys spent part of their morning last week at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation, visiting with residents during the facility’s monthly men’s social and creating meaningful connections through games, conversation, and shared activities.

March 9, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Grace Winder Receives UGA Community Service Grant for “Confidence Kits”

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Local high school student Grace Winder has been awarded a community service grant through the Bullard Community Champions program, a youth leadership initiative connected to the University of Georgia’s J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development. The grant helped support Winder’s project to assemble “Confidence Kits” for students across Chattooga County.

Each kit includes basic toiletries meant to help students with personal hygiene while also promoting dignity, confidence, and overall well-being. Every school in Chattooga County received 30 kits total — 15 for boys and 15 for girls — helping make sure students in need have access to everyday essentials.

The grant program is part of Youth LEAD Georgia, which helps high school students build leadership skills and take on service projects that make a difference in their local communities. Through the Bullard Community Champions program, students are given support to turn ideas into action and address real needs close to home.

Grace’s project is a meaningful example of student leadership in action, and school leaders expressed appreciation for her hard work and compassion in helping fellow students throughout Chattooga County.