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February 26, 2026

Blood Drive Happening Today at Mount Vernon Mills in Trion

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A community blood drive is happening today (Thursday, February 26, 2026) at Mount Vernon Mills in Trion, giving Chattooga County residents an easy way to help save lives close to home.

Blood Assurance is hosting the drive from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Mount Vernon Mills on 4th Street in Trion. Organizers are encouraging donors to stop by and help keep the local blood supply strong for area patients and hospitals.

Donors who give during Blood Assurance’s special promotion running February 15 through February 28 will be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Blood Assurance says there will be one winner selected per community, with seven winners total.

Before donating, Blood Assurance recommends eating a good meal, drinking extra water, avoiding energy drinks, and bringing a valid ID.

Appointments can be scheduled online at www.bloodassurance.org/vernonmills, and walk-ins are typically welcome as space allows.

February 7, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging to Hold Public Quarterly Meeting Feb. 24

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The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging (NWGAAA) will hold its quarterly meeting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 24, at the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Conference Room, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive. The meeting is open to the public.

January 7, 2026

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Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation Opens 2026 Community Impact Grants; Chattooga County Nonprofits Eligible to Apply

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The Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation announced that its 2026 Community Impact Grant Cycle opened Monday, January 5, 2026, offering funding opportunities for qualifying nonprofit organizations — including nonprofits serving Chattooga County.