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March 20, 2026

Unseasonably Warm, Dry Weather Continues Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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A stretch of unseasonably warm and dry weather is expected to continue across Chattooga County and the rest of northwest Georgia through the weekend and into early next week.

March 19, 2026

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North Georgia Trout Stocking Season Gets Underway

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Trout stocking trucks are getting ready to roll across North Georgia as state and federal wildlife officials prepare for another busy spring fishing season.

March 16, 2026

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Strong Storms, Tornado Threat Moving Through Chattooga County; Cold Blast to Follow

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Strong to severe thunderstorms were moving through Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia early Monday morning, bringing the threat of damaging winds and a few brief tornadoes as a powerful squall line pushes across the region.

March 16, 2026

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Former Commissioner Responds to Audit Concerns as County Works to Reconcile Finances

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Former Chattooga County Commissioner Blake Elsberry is responding to recent online discussions about findings from the ongoing 2024 audit of Chattooga County finances, offering context about accounting discrepancies identified during that time.

March 16, 2026

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Thunderbirds to headline Wings Over North Georgia air show in Rome

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One of Georgia’s biggest spring events is just weeks away as the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show returns to Rome’s Russell Regional Airport on April 3-4, 2026, with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds set to headline the show.

March 16, 2026

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Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Scheduled in Chattooga County

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Cattle producers in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to have herd bulls evaluated during upcoming Bull Breeding Soundness Exams scheduled for Saturday, March 21 at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

March 16, 2026

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Golf Tournament Planned to Benefit Chattooga Middle School Cheerleaders

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A fundraising golf tournament has been scheduled for April 25, 2026, at Little Mole Country Club, with proceeds going to support the Chattooga Middle School Cheerleaders.

March 16, 2026

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School Board Appreciation Week Recognizes Leadership and Service in Chattooga County

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Chattooga County Schools are joining districts across the state in observing School Board Appreciation Week, held March 9–13, 2026, a time set aside to recognize the leadership, service, and commitment of local school board members.

March 16, 2026

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CHS Class of 1976 Plans 50th Reunion in Summerville

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Members of the Chattooga High School Class of 1976 are preparing to celebrate a major milestone as plans move forward for their 50th class reunion, scheduled for Saturday, April 25 in Summerville.

March 16, 2026

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Champions for Children Luncheon scheduled March 19 in Summerville

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The Chattooga Boys & Girls Club will host its annual Champions for Children Luncheon on Thursday, March 19, bringing the community together to support youth programs and hear an inspiring message about spreading positivity and inclusion.