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November 6, 2026

Salvation Army Seeks Volunteers And Donations For Holiday Programs Serving Chattooga County

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The Salvation Army of Rome is seeking volunteers and community support for its annual holiday programs, which provide Christmas assistance to families and senior citizens throughout the area, including Chattooga County.

November 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Voters Approve Three Local Referendums — Here’s What They Mean

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Chattooga County voters approved three countywide ballot referendums in Tuesday’s General Election, renewing a one-percent education sales tax and approving two measures providing property tax relief for senior citizens.

All three measures received substantial support, with the county senior homestead exemption drawing the largest percentage of favorable votes.

October 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Medicare Enrollment Period Brings Warning About Scams Targeting Seniors

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With Medicare’s annual open enrollment period underway, federal officials are warning senior citizens to be on the lookout for scams involving health insurance coverage.

October 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Residents Warned About Jury Duty And Fake Law Enforcement Scams

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Chattooga County residents are being reminded to be cautious of telephone scams in which callers pose as law enforcement officers, court employees or federal agents and threaten victims with arrest unless money is paid immediately.

September 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sheriff’s Office Fundraiser Raises $1,515 For Senior Christmas Baskets And Deputy Support

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The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office says its recent fundraiser raised $1,515 to support two local programs.

Sheriff Mark A. Schrader thanked the individuals and businesses that came out to support the event, along with the employees and community members who worked throughout the day.

Part of the money raised will go toward providing Christmas baskets for senior citizens enrolled in the Sheriff’s Office Well-Check Program.

Funds will also help provide healthy snacks for deputies to keep in their patrol vehicles for times when they are tied up on extended calls and unable to stop for a meal.

Sheriff Schrader gave special thanks to the women in the Sheriff’s Office who helped work the fundraiser and assist with the event.

“I want to personally thank each person and each business that came out and supported our fundraiser,” Schrader said, adding that the support will help the department continue serving both senior citizens and deputies.

The fundraiser was held Friday at the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office and included a hot dog lunch and bake sale.

September 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sheriff’s Office Fundraiser Today Supports Three Community Programs

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The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office is inviting the public to stop by for lunch today while helping support three programs that benefit local residents and Sheriff’s Office employees.

September 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

United Community Bank Warns Seniors And Families About Financial Scams

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United Community Bank is reminding older adults and their families to stay alert for financial scams that use phone calls, text messages and emails designed to appear as though they are coming from a trusted bank, business or even a family member.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New Georgia Law Gives Banks More Power To Stop Suspected Elder Financial Exploitation

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Georgia financial institutions now have additional authority to temporarily stop transactions when they suspect an elderly or disabled customer is being financially exploited.

August 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Tax Commissioner Explains Senior Property Tax Questions Heading To November Ballot

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Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is providing additional information about property tax exemption questions voters will see on the November ballot, including proposed changes affecting homeowners who are at least 70 years old on January 1, 2027.

August 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton Explains November Ballot Questions On Senior Tax Exemptions

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Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is offering additional information to help voters understand proposed tax exemptions that will appear on the November ballot.