Heavy Rain, Flooding Threat Continues Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia This Week

Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia should prepare for several more days of wet and stormy weather as an unsettled weather pattern remains locked over the region through much of the upcoming week.

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Memorial Day Observed Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

Today is Memorial Day, a federal holiday dedicated to honoring and remembering the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave their lives while serving our country.

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Trion High Senior Receives Standing Ovation At Graduation Amid ICE Detention

As discussions about immigration policy continue across Chattooga County, Trion High School senior Elder Aguilar-Macario received a standing ovation Friday night during Trion High School’s graduation ceremony — despite being absent because he remains in ICE custody.

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Trion Development Authority To Meet Thursday

The Town of Trion Development Authority will hold a meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

The meeting will take place at Trion Town Hall.

Anyone with questions or comments may contact Richard Chesley, Chairperson of the Trion Development Authority, or contact the Town Hall office for more information.

Trion 10U Softball Team Finishes Undefeated, Advances To District Tournament

Congratulations to Jordon Butler’s Trion 10U softball team on an undefeated season and a trip to the district tournament.

The team completed the season without a loss and will now continue postseason play at districts representing the Trion community.

Team members include:

Emma Blackmon, Millie Blackmon, Chrissie Muller, Riley Skelton, Charlee Tittle, Peyton Butler, Ella Jo Statham, Sophia Dodson, Hazel Crow, Aubree Stoker, Kierra Henderson, Raelyn Potts and Kyleigh Tanner.

The coaching staff includes Head Coach Jordon Butler along with assistants Trey Skelton and Travis Tittle.

WZQZ congratulates the players and coaches on a tremendous season and wishes them the best of luck at districts.

Town of Trion To Hold Memorial Day Ceremony Saturday

The Town of Trion is inviting the community to come together this weekend to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the country.

The Town of Trion will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony today, Saturday, May 23rd, at 1 p.m. at the Trion Veteran’s Memorial.

Community members are encouraged to attend as the town remembers and honors America’s fallen heroes ahead of Memorial Day.

Arrest Report – Friday – May 22, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, May 22, 2026:

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Wet Memorial Day Weekend Ahead for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia should prepare for a soggy and stormy Memorial Day weekend as an unsettled weather pattern settles over the region through much of next week.

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AAA Warns Memorial Day Drivers About Risky Cost-Cutting Habits As Gas Prices Rise

AAA is warning Georgia drivers not to let higher gas prices lead to risky decisions behind the wheel this Memorial Day weekend.

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Trion 6U Baseball Team Caps Off Undefeated 10-0 Season

The Trion 6U baseball team has plenty to celebrate after finishing the season with a perfect 10-0 record.

The young team went undefeated from start to finish, earning recognition as the only recreational baseball team in Chattooga County to complete the season without a loss.

The roster includes Adrian Bolton, Cru Womack, Josiah Collins, Ezrah Johnston, Kade Edgerton, Peyton Gilreath, Lancyn Whitten, Koleman Abernathy, Aiden Rogers, Oaklee Blackmon, Kamryn Murphy, Amaris McCutchins, Ryan Lowrance, and Aiden Wallin.

Coaches Sandy Abernathy, Randall Abernathy, Jason Rogers, Brandy Rogers, and Mason Gilreath helped lead the team through the memorable season.

Congratulations to the players, coaches, and families on an outstanding year for Trion 6U baseball.