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March 4, 2026

FLEX Day Coming March 19 in Chattooga County Showcases Student Entrepreneurs

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The Chattooga Chamber is inviting the community to come out on March 19 for FLEX Day at the Hurley Community Development Center, where the Top 3 student entrepreneurs will compete for a chance to win $3,000 and advance to the state level.

Organizers say the event highlights the strong entrepreneurial spirit growing in Chattooga County and encourages everyone to support these young innovators.

The competition is part of the Georgia Foundational Leadership & Entrepreneur X-perience (FLEX) program, a non-profit initiative launched in 2022 that trains students in entrepreneurship and business leadership while helping them develop and launch their own ventures.

The program is open to students at Trion High School, Chattooga High School, and high-school aged homeschool students in Chattooga County.

March 4, 2026

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Medication Reported Stolen From Vehicle in Summerville

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The Summerville Police Department is investigating a reported theft from a vehicle that occurred overnight on February 27, 2026.

March 4, 2026

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Attempted Vehicle Break-In Reported in Summerville

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The Summerville Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle break-in on February 27 at a residence on McGinnis Circle.

March 4, 2026

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Red Cross Calls for March Blood Donations as Shortage Hits; Free A1C Screening and $15 Gift Card Offered

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The American Red Cross is urging donors to help the national blood supply recover from a severe shortage by making an appointment to give blood during March.

As an added thank-you during Red Cross Month, the Red Cross says successful blood, platelet, or plasma donations made March 1 through March 31, 2026 will come with two incentives: free A1C testing (one result per calendar year) and a $15 Amazon gift card delivered by email.

March 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison Following Jury Conviction

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A Chattooga County man has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted by a jury on multiple felony charges involving a minor family member.

March 4, 2026

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Clyde Cox Memorial Antique Tractor Ride Set for May 2 in Walker and Chattooga Counties

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The Chickamauga Antique Tractor Club will host its annual Clyde Cox Memorial Antique Tractor Ride on Saturday, May 2, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m.

March 3, 2026

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Arrest Report – Tuesday – March 3, 2026

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

March 3, 2026

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Cloudy, Cooler Start, Then Spring Warmth Returns Mid-Week

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Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are in for a cloudy and cooler stretch today and tonight (Tuesday, March 3, 2026) as a cool-air damming (CAD) wedge strengthens across the eastern side of the state. That setup is being driven by high pressure positioned off the Upper East Coast, funneling cool, moist easterly winds down the eastern seaboard and into Georgia. The result locally will be a gray, low-cloud kind of day, with low ceilings pressing into the region and holding temperatures down compared to what you’d normally expect this time of year.

March 3, 2026

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Trion City Schools Seeking Student Advocacy Specialist for 2026–2027 School Year

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Trion City Schools Hiring Student Advocacy Specialist; Applications Due March 6

WZQZ News — Trion City Schools is now accepting applications for a Student Advocacy Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year.

The district says the job is part-time, with a maximum of 20 hours per week, and the person hired will focus on helping identify and support students who may be struggling with mental or behavioral health concerns.

March 3, 2026

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Miss Trion Pageant Registration Deadline March 6; Pageant Set for March 14

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The Pride of Trion Marching Band is reminding the community that there’s only one week left to register for the Miss Trion Pageant or sign on as an event sponsor.

Organizers say the registration and sponsorship deadline is Friday, March 6, and the pageant will be held Saturday, March 14.

Registration is available online through the Trion High School Band Boosters website. Paper registration forms are also available in the school office and can be turned in at the office with payment.

In addition to contestants, organizers say they are still seeking sponsors to help make the event a success, with sponsorship options available online.