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June 13, 2026

Back To School Bash Organizers Seeking Supply Donations

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Organizers are asking for community support as preparations continue for the annual Back to School Bash for Trion and Chattooga students.

The event is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 4 until 6 p.m. and will include music, free back-to-school haircuts, shaved ice treats, community resources, and support for students preparing for the new school year.

Maisha Ludy with Chattooga Family Connection says school supply donations are still needed. Items currently being requested include notebook paper, binders, dividers, markers, colored pencils, highlighters, composition books, glue sticks, and scissors.

Those who would like to donate supplies may contact Ludy at 706-388-9849 or email maishaludy@gmail.com.

Monetary donations are also being accepted. Donations may be made at United Community Bank to Chattooga County Collaborative, through CashApp at $MaishaLudy, or through Venmo at @Maisha-Ludy.

Organizers say every donation, large or small, will help support local students and families as they prepare for the upcoming school year.

June 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga River Fest Happening Today In Trion

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The 5th Annual Chattooga River Fest is happening today in Trion.

The event, presented by the Family Crisis Center, will be held from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. today, Saturday, June 13, at the Trion Recreation Area, located at 90 Dalton Street in Trion.

The family-friendly festival will feature free parking and free admission, along with a free kayak paddle on the river, a free KidZone, open mic performances, educational demonstrations and talks, festival food, exhibitors, and more.

A cornhole tournament will also be part of the day’s activities, with registration and fees required for tournament participants and vendors.

The Chattooga River Group will have kayak raffle tickets and merchandise available for purchase at the CRG tent.

The day will wrap up with The Band Chickamauga performing from 4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

June 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – June 12, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, June 12, 2026:

June 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Housing Market Shows Steady Activity in May

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The housing market in Chattooga County continued to show steady activity during May 2026 as the spring home-buying season remained in full swing across Northwest Georgia.

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – June 11, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, June 11, 2026:

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat, Storm Chances Continue Across Chattooga County Through Weekend; Wetter Pattern Expected Next Week

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Hot and humid summer weather will remain in place across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through the weekend, with isolated to scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms developing each day.

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

The Band Chickamauga To Headline Chattooga River Fest This Saturday In Trion

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The Band Chickamauga will bring its mix of rock classics and Southern rock favorites to Trion this Saturday as part of the 5th Annual Chattooga River Fest.

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Says Canada Geese Will Be Temporarily Grounded This Summer

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Canada geese may be more noticeable around neighborhoods, parks, ponds, and other public spaces in Georgia over the next few weeks as the birds go through their summer molting season.

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Students Named To GNTC President’s And Dean’s Lists

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Several Chattooga County students have been recognized by Georgia Northwestern Technical College for academic achievement during the spring 2026 semester.

June 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – June 10, 2026

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