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June 1, 2026

Chattooga County Posts Highest Unemployment Rate On Regional Map

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New labor force numbers released for Northwest Georgia show Chattooga County with the highest unemployment rate listed on the latest regional map.

April 4, 2026

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Unemployment Holds Steady Across Northwest Georgia In March

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Unemployment rates across Chattooga, Floyd, and Walker counties remained relatively stable in recent data, reflecting continued steady job conditions in Northwest Georgia heading into the spring.

December 28, 2025

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Chattooga County Workforce: About 9,000 in the Labor Force as Long Commutes Remain Common

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For many families in Chattooga County, holding a steady job often means getting on the road and driving to it.