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January 14, 2026

Rural Northwest Georgia’s Education Gap: Why More Families Are Turning to Technical College After High School

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In Chattooga County and across rural Northwest Georgia, the conversation about life after high school is changing — not because college suddenly got easier, but because more families are weighing the rising cost of a traditional four-year degree against the practical need for training that leads directly to a paycheck.

December 8, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga HOSA CNA and CCMA Students Get Hands-On Healthcare Experience at Georgia Highlands and Atrium Health Floyd

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HOSA CNA and CCMA students got an up-close look at healthcare careers last week during a day packed with tours, training, and real-world exposure through Georgia Highlands College and Atrium Health Floyd.