Chattooga County Housing Market Remains Active During Spring Selling Season

The housing market in Chattooga County remained active during April 2026 as buyers and sellers continued to take advantage of the busy spring real estate season.

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Last Week to Vote Early Ahead of May 19 Primary

Voters across northwest Georgia are entering the final week of early voting ahead of the May 19 primary election.

Early voting is continuing this week in Chattooga County at the Chattooga County Registrars Office, giving residents the opportunity to cast their ballots before Election Day next Tuesday.

Local election officials are encouraging voters to take advantage of early voting to avoid possible lines and scheduling conflicts on Election Day. Voters are reminded to bring a valid photo ID when voting in person.

Voters in the May 19 Primary Election must choose a Democratic, Republican, or Nonpartisan ballot. Primary elections are where political parties determine their candidates for the General Election in November.

Election officials say absentee ballots must also be returned by the close of polls on Election Day in order to be counted.

Residents who have questions about polling locations, sample ballots, or voting hours are encouraged to contact their county elections office.

Election Day voting will take place Tuesday, May 19.

Arrest Report – Sunday – May 10, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, May 10, 2026:

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Foggy Start Followed By Cooler, Drier Weather Across Northwest Georgia

Residents in Chattooga and Floyd counties could see patchy fog this morning, with some areas experiencing dense fog through around 10 AM.

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Trion Lady Bulldogs Advance To First-Ever State Championship Match

The Trion High School girls soccer team is headed to the biggest match in program history after punching its ticket to the 2026 GHSA Class A Division II State Championship with a dominant 3-0 semifinal victory over Portal on May 8.

The Lady Bulldogs controlled the match from start to finish as Baylee Blair, Allie Hudgins, and Dallas Payne each found the back of the net. Blair and Hudgins scored on penalty kicks while Payne added another goal to seal the historic win.

With the victory, Trion advances to the state championship game for the first time ever, continuing an incredible postseason run for the Area 7 champions.

The Lady Bulldogs will now face Irwin County for the state title on Friday, May 15, 2026. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 PM at Upson-Lee High School in Thomaston.

Trion’s championship appearance marks another major milestone for the school’s athletic program and gives Northwest Georgia soccer fans plenty to celebrate as the Lady Bulldogs prepare to compete for a state crown.

Arrest Report – Saturday – May 9, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, May 9, 2026:

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Walker County Sheriff Responds Following ICE Detention of Trion Student

Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson is responding publicly following growing attention surrounding the ICE detention of 19-year-old Elder Aguilar-Macario, a Trion-area student arrested during a traffic stop in Walker County.

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Arrest Report – Friday – May 8, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, May 8, 2026:

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Arrest Report – Thursday – May 7, 2026

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

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Trion High School Senior In ICE Custody Following Traffic Stop

A Trion High School senior who was expected to graduate in just a few weeks is now in ICE custody following a traffic stop in Walker County.

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