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November 6, 2026

Chattooga Chamber Hosting “Feed The Need” Lunch And Tour November 10

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The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce and the Community Resource Center are inviting the public to participate in a special “Feed The Need” Lunch and Tour on Tuesday, November 10, in Summerville.

The event will take place from noon until 1 PM at the Community Resource Center, located at 50 Eleanor Avenue, Suite A.

Instead of a traditional admission fee, attendees are asked to bring a large box, bag or case of pantry items to help meet the needs of local children and families.

Organizers are particularly requesting foods that children can easily open and prepare themselves, along with items that provide good nutrition.

The center’s immediate needs include jelly, Kraft macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, peanut butter, snacks and pantry meals that children can prepare independently.

The event will also give participants an opportunity to tour the Community Resource Center and learn more about its work addressing food insecurity in Chattooga County.

Lunch will be provided, and the event is open to the public. Reservations are requested.

The Chamber encourages community members and businesses to participate by bringing food donations to help meet the growing need for assistance.

November 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Salvation Army Seeks Volunteers And Donations For Holiday Programs Serving Chattooga County

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The Salvation Army of Rome is seeking volunteers and community support for its annual holiday programs, which provide Christmas assistance to families and senior citizens throughout the area, including Chattooga County.

November 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Library Brings Back “Food For Fines” Program

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The Chattooga County Library is bringing back its annual “Food For Fines” program, giving patrons an opportunity to reduce overdue library fines while helping provide food for families in need.

The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is offering the program through December 19, allowing library patrons to exchange canned food donations for reductions in their outstanding fines.

For every canned food item donated, participants will receive a $2 credit toward overdue fines, up to a maximum of $20 in savings.

Library officials say the program provides an opportunity for patrons to clear up overdue fines while supporting the local community kitchen and helping provide food for those in need.

Residents who do not have outstanding library fines are also encouraged to participate by donating canned food items.

The Chattooga County Public Library is located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

The “Food For Fines” program continues through December 19.

November 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Family Connection Holiday Food Distribution Scheduled For November 19

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Chattooga Family Connection is preparing to help local families ahead of Thanksgiving with its 10th Annual Home for the Holidays Free Food Distribution, scheduled for Thursday, November 19.

The drive-through food distribution will take place from 1 PM until 3 PM at the Community Resource Center of Chattooga, located at 50 Eleanor Avenue in Summerville.

The event is open to all local residents, with families receiving turkey breast, canned goods, fresh produce and information about helpful community resources.

Organizers are also seeking food donations and financial contributions from individuals, businesses and organizations interested in supporting the Thanksgiving distribution.

Anyone wishing to contribute or learn more about the event can contact Maisha Ludy by email at maishaludy@gmail.com or by calling 706-857-7917.

The annual event is designed to help local households prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday while connecting families with resources available in the community.

November 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

The Father’s Heart Café Announces Thanksgiving And Christmas Meals, Continues Holiday Toy Drive

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The Father’s Heart Café is preparing for the holiday season with two community meals, an ongoing Christmas toy drive and opportunities for local residents to help provide food and other necessities to families in need.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Volunteers Needed To Help Open New Foster Care Closet In Summerville

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A nonprofit organization that provides clothing and other essentials to children in foster care is preparing to open a new location in Summerville and is asking the community for help getting everything ready.

October 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Community Churches And Businesses Help Provide Shoes And Clothing For Leroy Massey Students

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Students at Leroy Massey Elementary School in Summerville are receiving a helping hand thanks to the generosity of local churches, businesses and community members who are working together to make sure children have the clothing and supplies they need.

October 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Family Connection Announces Holiday Food Distribution, Christmas Donation Drive And Volunteer Opportunities

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Chattooga Family Connection and the Community Resource Center of Chattooga are preparing for a busy holiday season, with plans for a free food distribution event, a Christmas donation drive and opportunities for local residents to volunteer.

October 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Salvation Army Of Rome Adds New Mobile Canteen To Serve Northwest Georgia Communities

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The Salvation Army of Rome has added a new mobile canteen to its emergency response and community outreach operations, providing another resource to assist residents across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County.

October 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Stocking Full Of Love Toy Store Applications Open November 1

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The Al Millard Memorial Stocking Full of Love program in Walker County is preparing to open applications for its 2026 Christmas Toy Store, which provides holiday assistance to children and families in need.