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April 14, 2026

Chattooga County Historical Society To Host Trivia-Filled Spring Meeting

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The Chattooga County Historical Society is inviting the community to a fun and educational afternoon at its quarterly meeting this Sunday, April 19, 2026.

The event will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Summerville Depot and will feature a Chattooga County History Trivia Contest. Attendees will be divided into teams for a fast-paced and engaging program designed to test local knowledge and teach a few new facts along the way.

Organizers say there will be refreshments and plenty of prizes, and the event is open to everyone — especially those who enjoy the historical photos and posts shared online.

Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars and come out for an afternoon of local history and community fun.

April 3, 2026

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Future Of Historic Rome Courthouse Remains Uncertain

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Officials in Rome say there is still significant uncertainty surrounding the future of the historic Floyd County Courthouse following a massive fire that tore through the landmark.

February 3, 2026

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Chattooga County Historical Society Invites Public to Winter Meeting at Historic Oak Hill Missionary Baptist Church

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The Chattooga County Historical Society is inviting the community to its Winter Meeting at 2:00 PM next Sunday, February 8, 2026, with a special program recognizing Black History Month.

The meeting will be held at the historic Oak Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Gore (turn on the first road past Hunter Furniture). Featured speaker Samuel Mosteller—a Chattooga High School Class of 1977 graduate, Retired Army Major, pastor, and principal—will share research focused on the Holland/Chattoogaville area and the Finley Plantation, including history tied to the property where the house still stands today. The group also noted a historic image from the 1870 census connected to the topic.

The event is free, and all are invited to attend.

December 23, 2025

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Historical Society Offers Last-Minute Gift for Chattooga County History Fans

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Still looking for a Christmas gift for the history lover in your family? The Chattooga County Historical Society says a few remaining copies of Robert Baker’s “History of Chattooga County” are available as a last-minute option for local history buffs.

The book chronicles Chattooga County’s early days and follows the story of the community through much of the 1900s, making it a popular pick for longtime residents, genealogy researchers, and anyone interested in Northwest Georgia’s past.

The Historical Society says the remaining copies will be sold at Sweet Beaux for $70, while supplies last.

December 9, 2025

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Christmas Candlelight Tours Return to LaFayette’s Historic Marsh House on Select December Nights

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The Walker County Historical Society is inviting the community to step into a classic Northwest Georgia Christmas with the annual Marsh House Candlelight Tours, scheduled for December 13, 14, 20, and 21, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. each evening.

December 7, 2025

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Chattooga County Remembers Pearl Harbor After Loss of Last WWII Veteran

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Chattooga County is reflecting on sacrifice and service this weekend, following the burial of the last remaining World War II veteran in the county.

December 3, 2025

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Funeral Services Held Today for Chattooga County’s Last World War II Veteran

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Funeral services will be held today for Mr. DeForest “Brimp” Warren, recognized as Chattooga County’s final surviving World War II veteran. Warren, 101, of Summerville, died Saturday, November 29th, at his residence.

November 23, 2025

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Walker County Historical Society Meets Today at the Marsh House

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The Walker County Historical Society will hold its regular monthly meeting today at 3:00 p.m. at the historic Marsh House. This gathering also serves as the Society’s annual business session, which includes the election of officers for the upcoming year.