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April 3, 2026

Trion Football To Host Youth Camp In June

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Trion Football will host a youth football camp June 3, 4, and 5 at Sam R. McCain Stadium.

The camp is open to children ages 5 through 12 and will run each evening from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

Participants will receive skills, drills, and instruction from Trion coaches and players, giving young athletes a chance to learn fundamentals and improve their game.

The cost is $30 per camper, which includes a t-shirt. Payment and registration will be accepted the day of camp at the stadium. Cash or checks will be accepted, with checks made payable to Trion Football.

April 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Morning Fog, Warm Temps, and Weekend Rain Ahead for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to patchy dense fog this morning, with visibility in some areas dropping to as low as half a mile. The fog is expected to linger through about 10 AM, especially in spots that saw rainfall yesterday, before gradually clearing.

April 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Trion Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Trafficking Arrest

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A traffic stop in Trion last week resulted in the arrest of a man on multiple drug-related charges after deputies say he attempted to discard narcotics during a pursuit.

According to the report, Deputy Riley Reeves observed a vehicle traveling on Central Avenue without functioning taillights in the early morning hours of March 26. When the deputy attempted to initiate a traffic stop, the driver failed to immediately pull over and made abrupt movements, at one point turning into the opposite lane before continuing south toward Highway 27.

During the pursuit, the deputy reported seeing an object thrown from the driver’s side window. After the vehicle eventually stopped, the driver—identified as 47-year-old Christopher Jeff Edwards—was detained. Authorities later recovered suspected narcotics from the area where the object was discarded.

Investigators say the recovered items included substances believed to be methamphetamine and fentanyl, along with related paraphernalia. Edwards was taken into custody and transported to jail without further incident. He faces multiple charges, including trafficking of controlled substances, possession of methamphetamine, possession of Schedule II drugs, and abandonment of dangerous drugs.

April 1, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Wednesday – April 1, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, April 1, 2026:

April 1, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Patchy Fog This Morning, Warm and Stormy Pattern Continues Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Drivers in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia could see reduced visibility this morning as isolated areas of patchy fog drop visibility below a half mile in some spots. Conditions are expected to improve by around 10 a.m.

April 1, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Understanding Water Systems In Chattooga County Amid PFAS Concerns

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A meeting was held Monday evening in Rome to discuss PFAS contamination in water systems across Northwest Georgia. The Ben Finley Law Firm hosted the public forum at The Forum in Rome, with consumer advocate Erin Brockovich in attendance.

April 1, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Tax Commissioner Warns Residents About DMV Text Scam

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Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is warning residents about a scam involving fake notices claiming your vehicle registration is about to be canceled.

The scam message appears to come from a Georgia court and threatens enforcement action over an alleged traffic violation. It often includes a QR code and urges immediate action.

Officials say the notice is fraudulent and designed to scare recipients into responding or providing personal information.

Hampton urges residents to be cautious and look for red flags, including missing personal details like your name, license plate number, or address. She also warns never to scan QR codes or respond to suspicious messages.

If you receive a message like this, do not engage. Instead, report it and verify any concerns directly through official state or county offices.

Authorities remind residents that legitimate government agencies will not request sensitive information through unsolicited messages.

March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Town Of Trion Announces Good Friday Closures And Garbage Pickup Change

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The Town of Trion has announced that the Business Office, Maintenance Department, and Gas Department will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the Good Friday Easter holiday.

Officials also say that garbage normally collected on Friday will instead be picked up on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

In addition, the Trion Recreation Center will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, and Saturday, April 4, 2026.

For emergency calls involving gas service or the Trion Police Department, residents are asked to call 911, and emergency dispatchers will contact the proper personnel.

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Arrest Report – Tuesday – March 31, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, March 31, 2026:

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Spring Warmth And Daily Rain Chances Settle Over Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia are waking up to a mild and slightly damp start this Tuesday, with brief sprinkles and patchy fog possible through the morning hours—especially in low-lying areas and near rivers and creeks. Little to no accumulation is expected, but reduced visibility could impact early travel.