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August 30, 2026

Sunday Brings Final Day Of 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair

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The 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair wraps up Sunday, but there will still be a full afternoon and evening of activities before the gates close on this year’s fair.

August 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Friday At The Fair Features Military Night, Livestock, Demonstrations And Live Country Music

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The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair moves into its second night today with a full Friday schedule featuring carnival rides, agricultural events, demonstrations and live music.

The fairgrounds will be open from 5 PM until 11 PM today. Friday is Military Night, with active-duty and retired military personnel receiving free gate admission with military identification. Regular admission is $5, children four and younger are admitted free, and unlimited-ride armbands are $30. Concerts and scheduled fair events are included with gate admission.

Agriculture takes center stage beginning at 5:30 PM with the 4-H and FFA Junior Market Lamb Show. Local young people will bring their livestock projects into the show ring as the fair continues its emphasis on agriculture and the work of Chattooga County’s 4-H and FFA members.

Also at 5:30 PM, the Demonstration Kitchen will feature Stacie Marshall of Mountain Mama Farms demonstrating how to make beeswax lip balm. At 7 PM, Rebecca Thomas with UGA Extension Chattooga will present Using Herbs to Create a Variety of Flavor, showing how different herbs can change the flavor profile of the same ingredients. Free tastings are included with that demonstration.

Friday night’s featured musical entertainment begins at 9 PM with Babe’s Bayou. The North Georgia band specializes in the country music of the 1980s and ’90s and has shared stages over the years with performers including Shenandoah, Luke Bryan, Sammy Kershaw and Doug Stone. Fair officials encourage those attending the concert to bring a folding chair.

Fairgoers can also enjoy the midway rides and games, fair food, agricultural and Blue Ribbon exhibits and other attractions throughout the evening.

The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair continues through Sunday at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center in Summerville. Saturday’s hours are 2 PM until 11 PM, with the fair wrapping up Sunday from 2 PM until 9 PM.

August 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

COUNTRY MUSIC LEGEND DOLLY PARTON DIES AT 80

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The world has lost one of country music’s most beloved voices.

Dolly Parton died Tuesday at the age of 80. The Tennessee native rose from humble beginnings in the Smoky Mountains to become one of the most recognizable and loved entertainers in the world.

Over a career spanning more than six decades, Dolly gave us classics including Jolene, 9 to 5 and I Will Always Love You. But her legacy reaches far beyond music. Through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, she helped put hundreds of millions of books into the hands of children around the world.

Singer. Songwriter. Actress. Businesswoman. Philanthropist. And, through it all, unmistakably Dolly.

For those of us in this part of the country, she always seemed a little closer to home — a Tennessee mountain girl who never forgot where she came from.

Dolly Parton was 80 years old.

Rest in peace, Dolly. The Smoky Mountains — and the world — will never quite sound the same.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Four Nights Of Live Music Coming To The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair

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Country favorites, Southern rock, classic rock and the unmistakable harmonies associated with one of country music’s legendary country and gospel groups will all be part of the musical entertainment at the 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair.

August 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Three Generations Of The Statler Brothers Family Legacy Coming To Chattooga County Fair

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Fans of classic country music will have a unique opportunity at this year’s Chattooga County Agricultural Fair, when The Statler Experience takes the stage Sunday, August 30th at 6 PM.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Guy Penrod Unable To Appear At Chattooga County Fair; The Statler Experience To Perform

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The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair has announced a major change to its Sunday night entertainment lineup, as Guy Penrod will be unable to perform due to illness.

August 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lauren Alaina and Mark Wills to Headline Labor Day at the Post

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Country music stars Lauren Alaina and Mark Wills will headline the 2026 Labor Day at the Post celebration in Fort Oglethorpe on Monday, September 7, with a full day of free entertainment and family activities planned.

The free event will take place from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. at Barnhardt Circle in Fort Oglethorpe.

Live music begins at 1 p.m. with James Rogers, followed by Shelby Mosteller at 2 p.m., Hiwassee Bend at 3 p.m., Remembering January at 4 p.m., and special guest The Singing Barber, Noah Peters, at 5 p.m. Mark Wills will perform at 6 p.m., with Walker County native and Grand Ole Opry member Lauren Alaina taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.

In addition to the music, the celebration will feature a classic car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with awards at 3:30 p.m., along with food trucks from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., a local vendor market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a free Kids Zone and petting zoo from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission is free, and organizers invite residents from across Northwest Georgia and the Chattanooga area to enjoy a full day of music, food, shopping, classic cars and family-friendly activities.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Randy Owen Documentary to Premiere on Alabama Public Television This Saturday

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Fans of country music and Alabama’s most iconic band will get an inside look at the life of Randy Owen this weekend as My Home’s in Alabama: The Randy Owen Story premieres on Alabama Public Television.

The documentary will air on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time and will also be available for streaming through PBS digital platforms and the PBS Video App.

Produced by Jacksonville State University’s Longleaf Studios, the film highlights Owen’s remarkable journey from his humble beginnings in Fort Payne, in neighboring DeKalb County, Alabama, where he worked as a farmhand, to becoming the co-founder and lead singer of the legendary country group Alabama.

The documentary explores the band’s extraordinary success, including 43 number-one singles and more than 75 million albums sold worldwide, cementing Alabama’s place among the most successful country music acts in history.

Viewers will also hear personal stories and reflections from Randy Owen himself, fellow Alabama band member Teddy Gentry, and acclaimed singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson, offering a closer look at Owen’s career, friendships, and lasting impact on country music.

The production was created through a collaborative effort involving Jacksonville State University faculty and students, showcasing the university’s growing reputation for documentary filmmaking.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lauren Alaina, Mark Wills To Headline Fort Oglethorpe’s Labor Day At The Post

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Walker County native and Grand Ole Opry member Lauren Alaina along with Mark Wills have been named headliners for the City of Fort Oglethorpe’s 2026 Labor Day at the Post celebration.

June 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Alabama Fan Appreciation Week Set For June 18-20

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Fans of the legendary country music group Alabama are invited to Fort Payne for Alabama Fan Appreciation Week 2026, a three-day celebration of live music, songwriting, and special fan experiences.

The event will take place June 18 through June 20 in Fort Payne, the hometown of Alabama, bringing together fans for a weekend filled with music, memories, and Southern hospitality.

The celebration begins Thursday, June 18, with Teddy Gentry’s “Singing with the Stars” Talent Contest, showcasing rising talent while benefiting the DeKalb County Children’s Advocacy Center.

On Friday, June 19, Toast Fore the Jam returns with a laid-back golf event featuring four-person teams, music from a DJ, lunch, swag, and plenty of fun, Alabama-style.

Also on Friday and Saturday, June 19 and 20, the Alabama Songwriters Showcase will bring award-winning Nashville songwriters to the stage to perform hit songs and share the stories behind them. The showcase will be hosted by Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry.

Organizers say tickets are limited for several events, and fans are encouraged to plan ahead.