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October 13, 2026

Veterans Coffee And Company Gathering Set For Today At Chattooga County Library

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Local veterans are invited to enjoy coffee, pastries and fellowship today, Tuesday, October 13, during the monthly Veterans Coffee & Company gathering at the Chattooga County Library in Summerville.

The event takes place from 10 AM until 11 AM at the library, located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Hosted by the Chattooga County Library and Transitions Hospice Care, the gathering provides veterans with an opportunity to connect with fellow service members, share stories and enjoy camaraderie in a welcoming environment.

Veterans Coffee & Company is held on the second Tuesday of each month. Organizers encourage veterans throughout Chattooga County and surrounding communities to attend.

The event includes complimentary coffee and pastries.

For more information, contact Irene at Transitions Hospice Care at 678-386-5364 or Shelly at the library at 706-857-2553.

October 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Annual Veterans Day Lunch Planned For November 11 In Summerville

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Veterans from throughout Chattooga County are invited to attend the annual Veterans Day Lunch on Wednesday, November 11, at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, located at 818 Memorial Drive in Summerville.

October 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Veterans Invited To Coffee And Company At Chattooga Public Library

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Local veterans are invited to spend a morning enjoying coffee, pastries and fellowship during the monthly Veteran’s Coffee & Company gathering at the Chattooga Public Library.

The next gathering will be held Tuesday, October 13, from 10 AM until 11 AM at the library, located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Veteran’s Coffee & Company is held on the second Tuesday of each month and is hosted by the Chattooga Public Library and Transitions Hospice Care.

Organizers say the gathering provides veterans with an informal opportunity to connect with fellow veterans in the community while enjoying coffee and pastries.

There is no charge to attend, and area veterans are encouraged to stop by and take part in the fellowship.

For additional information, contact Irene at Transitions Hospice Care at 678-386-5364 or Shelly at the Chattooga Public Library at 706-857-2553.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Republican Party To Hold September Meeting Tuesday

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The Chattooga County Republican Party will hold its September meeting Tuesday, September 22, at 6 PM at the party’s new headquarters in the Hurley Crossing Shopping Center, located at 11264 Highway 27.

U.S. Congressman Clay Fuller, who represents Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, will be the guest speaker. Fuller took office in April following a special election earlier this year.

Party officials say the meeting will include discussion of the upcoming November election and the party’s efforts to encourage voter turnout. Candidate yard signs will also be available at the headquarters for those interested.

The local party is also continuing a fundraiser for its Veteran Wall at the headquarters. Stars are available for $5 each and may be purchased in honor or memory of a veteran. Organizers ask purchasers to provide the veteran’s name, branch of military service and whether the star is being placed in honor or memory.

Information and payments for the Veteran Wall may be mailed to Chattooga County Republican Party, Attn: Veteran Wall, P.O. Box 656, Summerville, GA 30747. Payments may also be made through Cash App at $ChattRepbulican14.

For additional information about the meeting or Veteran Wall project, contact Chattooga County Republican Party Chairwoman Meredith Rosson at 706-331-5547.

September 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattanooga National Cemetery To Join National 9/11 Day Of Service

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As the nation prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the Department of Veterans Affairs is inviting Northwest Georgia and Chattanooga-area residents to honor those who died through a day of volunteer service.

September 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Makes It Easier For Veterans To Request Personal Records

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Veterans who need copies of military, medical or benefits records now have a simpler way to find the correct place to request them.

August 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Mailing Millions Of ‘Choose VA’ Postcards To Veterans Beginning Today

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Veterans who receive a “Choose VA” postcard in the mail over the next several weeks should not throw it away.

August 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Launches Trial Testing GLP-1 Drug As Treatment For Alcohol Use Disorder

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a new clinical trial to determine whether semaglutide, a GLP-1 medication commonly used to treat diabetes and obesity, could also help Veterans struggling with alcohol use disorder.

August 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Veterans Invited To Monthly Coffee And Company Gathering At Chattooga Public Library

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Military veterans from across Chattooga County are invited to attend the monthly Veteran’s Coffee & Company gathering on Tuesday, August 11, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Chattooga Public Library, located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

The event is hosted by Transitions Hospice Care in partnership with the Chattooga Public Library and provides veterans with an opportunity to enjoy coffee, pastries, camaraderie and conversation in a welcoming environment. Organizers say the monthly gathering gives veterans a place to share stories, connect with fellow service members and build friendships within the community.

Veteran’s Coffee & Company is held on the second Tuesday of each month, and all veterans are welcome to attend.

July 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Historical Society Hosts Summer Meeting Today

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The Chattooga County Historical Society is inviting the public to its Summer Meeting today, featuring a firsthand account from a Chattooga County native who took part in one of the most significant military operations in American history.

The meeting begins at 2 p.m. today at the Historic Summerville Depot in downtown Summerville. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to attend.

Featured speaker Jim Lenderman will share his experiences as a U.S. Marine helicopter pilot during the 1980 Iranian hostage rescue attempt, known as Operation Eagle Claw. Lenderman will also discuss his later service flying President Ronald Reagan aboard Marine One, providing a unique perspective on both military and presidential aviation.

The Historical Society says the presentation offers a rare opportunity to hear an inspiring story from one of Chattooga County’s own while learning more about an important chapter in American history. The event is free and open to the public.