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January 7, 2026

There’s Hope for the Hungry to Provide Free Groceries Thursday in Trion

The There’s Hope for the Hungry ministry will be at Central Avenue Baptist Church in Trion this week to provide free groceries to community members in need.

The grocery giveaway is set for Thursday, January 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Organizers say no ID is required, but individuals must be present to receive food.

In addition to the grocery distribution, The Clothes Closet will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for those who need clothing assistance.

Central Avenue Baptist Church is located at 14074 Highway 27 in Trion, behind Dixie Subs.

January 7, 2026

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Arrest Report – Wednesday – January 7, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, January 7, 2026:

January 7, 2026

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Dense Fog Advisory Issued for Chattooga County; Unseasonably Warm Week Ahead with Rain and Storms by the Weekend

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A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia through 10 a.m., with some areas possibly seeing reduced visibility until 11 a.m. Officials warn that visibilities could drop to one-quarter mile or less, creating hazardous travel conditions during the morning commute.

January 7, 2026

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Special Election Set for March 10 to Fill Northwest Georgia’s 14th District Seat After Greene Resignation

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Governor Brian Kemp issued an order Tuesday calling for a special election on Tuesday, March 10 to fill the vacant 14th Congressional District seat after U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Rome resigned, effective Monday, Jan. 5.

January 7, 2026

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Chattooga Superior Court January Calendar Includes Multiple Sex Crime and Drug-Related Cases Ahead of Trial Term

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The January criminal pre-trial calendar for Chattooga County Superior Court shows a wide-ranging docket as cases move toward the upcoming trial term, including multiple cases involving serious sex crime allegations, along with drug, theft, and violent offenses.

January 7, 2026

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Chattooga County to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Worship Service and Day of Service

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The Chattooga County community is invited to come together for a weekend of remembrance, worship, and service in honor of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. later this month in Summerville.

January 7, 2026

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Chattooga County Businesses Reminded to Update Systems for New 8% Sales Tax Rate

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The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce is sharing a reminder from the Chattooga County Commissioner’s Office that a new local sales tax rate is now in effect.

Officials say the Chattooga County sales tax rate increased to 8% beginning January 1, 2026, and businesses are being urged to make sure their registers, point-of-sale systems, invoicing software, and online checkout platforms have been updated to reflect the correct rate.

The reminder encourages all local businesses to verify compliance to avoid pricing errors and accounting issues.

For reference, the Georgia Department of Revenue maintains an online listing of sales tax rates by location.

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.

January 7, 2026

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Walker County Commissioners to Review Appointments, Contracts, and Fire Station Projects at Jan. 8 Meeting

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Courthouse Annex IV, 201 S. Duke Street in LaFayette. The meeting will be streamed live on the county’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.

January 7, 2026

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Chattooga Sheriff’s Office Report Details Jan. 3 Traffic Stop That Led to Firearm and Drug Charges

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A report released Tuesday by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office outlines the arrest of two men following a traffic stop in the Summerville area on Jan. 3, 2026.