Top Chattooga County News Stories of 2025

Here are some of the top stories from WZQZ Radio and our website at www.chattoogainfo.com for 2025, highlighting major legal battles, elections, public safety issues, education news, and political developments that shaped the year in Chattooga County.

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Trion Recreation Department to Host Card Night January 7

Card collectors and gaming fans are invited to gather for Trion Card Night on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the Trion Recreation Department.

The event will run from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the recreation department located at 90 Dalton Street in Trion. Organizers say the evening is open to collectors, traders, and players of all experience levels.

Featured cards include sports cards such as baseball, football, and basketball, along with trading card games (TCG) like Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering. Tables will be available for reservation for those looking to trade, sell, or play during the event.

Anyone interested in reserving a table or needing additional information is asked to contact Alex at (706) 584-0567.

Georgia DPS Releases Christmas Travel Numbers: 274 DUIs, 489 Distracted Driving Cases, 15 Total Fatalities

Georgia State Patrol and the Georgia Department of Public Safety released new enforcement and crash numbers Monday for the Christmas Holiday Travel Period, showing hundreds of citations and multiple fatal crashes statewide.

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New Year’s Eve Safety Reminder: Northwest Georgia Urged to Plan Ahead and Avoid Drinking and Driving

As Northwest Georgia rings in the New Year, law enforcement and safety officials are urging everyone across Chattooga County and the region to make one decision now that can save lives later: don’t drink and drive.

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Red Flag Warning for Chattooga County as Dry, Gusty Winds Create Dangerous Fire Conditions

A sharp turn back to winter weather is bringing more than just chilly air — it’s also raising the risk of wildfires across Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia. Forecasters say dry air, breezy northwest winds, and dry fuels will combine Tuesday afternoon through early evening, prompting a Red Flag Warning.

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NGEMC Changes Outage Text Update Number — Here’s What Members in Chattooga County Need to Know

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If you get power outage updates by text from North Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (NGEMC), there’s an important change to know.

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Trion Recreation Department Announces 3v3 Basketball Tournament Set for Feb. 21

The Trion Recreation Department is inviting hoopers to hit the court for a 3v3 Basketball Tournament on Friday, February 21 in Trion.

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New Mayors to Take Office in 2026 in Trion and Summerville

Chattooga County will see new leadership in municipal government in the new year, with new mayors set to take office in 2026 in both Trion and Summerville following the November municipal elections.

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Chattooga County Home Sales Trend Lower in November as Buyers Stay Cautious

Home sales activity in Chattooga County typically cools heading into late fall, and November continued that seasonal slowdown as many buyers weighed affordability concerns and higher mortgage rates.

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Car Insurance Costs Climb in Georgia, Hitting Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia Drivers

Drivers across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are feeling the squeeze as car insurance premiums continue rising across Georgia, adding another strain to household budgets.

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