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April 5, 2026

Atrium Health Floyd Recognized For Commitment To Chattooga County

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Atrium Health Floyd is being recognized for its long-standing commitment to the people of Chattooga County, where the healthcare system says it has proudly served residents for more than 80 years.

April 5, 2026

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Volunteers Needed At Chattooga County Animal Shelter

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An important plea is going out from Friends of Chattooga County Animal Shelter, where supporters say more volunteers are needed to help meet the daily needs of animals waiting for homes. Shelter organizers say there is truly something for everyone to do, and no amount of help is too small when it comes to caring for the dogs and cats at the facility.

April 4, 2026

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Trion Man Killed In Rossville Shooting; Suspect Charged With Murder

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A Trion man is dead following a Friday night shooting in Rossville, and a suspect is now facing a murder charge.

April 4, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Saturday – April 4, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 4, 2026:

April 4, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Walker County Opens First Pickleball Courts In Unincorporated Area

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Pickleball players in Walker County now have a new place to play, as four new courts have opened at Walker Rocks Park on the Walker County Civic Center campus.

April 4, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Graduation Rates Strong In Trion, Steady Improvement Seen In Chattooga County As Ceremonies Approach

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Graduation season is just around the corner for students in Chattooga County and Trion City Schools, and recent data shows strong performance in Trion along with steady long-term improvement in the county system.

April 3, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Friday – April 3, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 3, 2026:

April 3, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Dog Bite Incident Reported On Seventh Street In Summerville, Owner Cited

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A dog bite incident reported in Summerville on March 26, 2026, led to a citation for the animal’s owner, identified as Mildred Crusoe, according to a Summerville Police Department incident report.

Police said the incident happened around 4:39 p.m. in the area of Seventh Street at Fairground Road, with the report listing the address as 166 Seventh Street in Summerville.

According to the officer’s narrative, a man told police he was riding his bike on the opposite side of Seventh Street when a large black dog ran after him and bit his right ankle. The officer reported seeing a tear in the man’s pants leg near the ankle, though the victim said the dog did not break the skin.

The victim told police he wanted to press charges. The responding officer also noted there had been prior issues involving a dog at that address and said a report would be filed along with a citation for the owner. The report states Crusoe was later issued a citation in connection with the incident.

Officials remind residents to ensure pets are properly restrained, tagged, and under control to prevent injuries and avoid citations.

April 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Woman Cited After Dogs Found Malnourished, Removed From Home

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A Summerville woman has been cited following an investigation into animal cruelty after multiple dogs were found in poor condition at a residence on Northwest Congress Street.

April 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC hosts 2026 Spring Plant Sale April 13-16

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The annual Spring Plant Sale at Georgia Northwestern Technical College in Rome is set for April 13 through April 16, offering a wide selection of flowers, herbs, vegetables, and more while supporting the school’s Horticulture program.