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November 2, 2026

Public Hearing On Aging Services Set For Tuesday In Summerville

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The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging will hold a public hearing in Summerville tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3, to gather input on services needed by older residents throughout Northwest Georgia.

The hearing will begin at 2 PM at the Chattooga County Library, located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

The meeting is one of six public hearings scheduled across the agency’s 15-county service area during November. Information gathered during the hearings will help guide future planning for programs and services supporting older adults.

Residents, caregivers, family members and others interested in services for the aging population are encouraged to participate.

The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging operates as a division of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission and serves Chattooga County along with 14 other Northwest Georgia counties.

Additional hearings are scheduled in Dade, Gilmer, Floyd, Gordon and Walker counties later this month.

The public hearing is open to all interested residents.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

From Horse-Drawn Wagons To Modern Highways: The Long History Of Roadwork On Taylor’s Ridge

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This clip from The Summerville News in 1961 demonstrates the challenges Chattooga County commuters have had with Taylor’s Ridge for many years.

With another major road construction project set to begin on Taylor’s Ridge, it’s a reminder that keeping roads open and passable across the mountain has been a challenge for generations. In fact, long before the Georgia Department of Transportation existed, Chattooga County residents were required to help maintain the roads themselves.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion’s Hartley Staton Sets Class A Strikeout Record As Lady Bulldogs Win State Championship

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Trion High School pitcher Hartley Staton made history during the Georgia High School Association Class A State Softball Championships in Columbus, recording 25 strikeouts in a single game and surpassing the previous Class A tournament record of 23.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Historical Society Unveils 2026 Christmas Ornament Featuring Historic Trion Railroad Bridge

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The Chattooga County Historical Society has unveiled its 2026 collectible Christmas ornament, featuring one of the county’s oldest surviving landmarks — the historic Trion Railroad Bridge.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Town Council Changes November And December Meeting Dates

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The Town of Trion has announced changes to its regular Town Council meeting schedule for November and December.

Trion Town Clerk Missy Duncan confirmed to WZQZ Radio that the November Town Council meeting has been moved to Thursday, November 12, 2026, while the December meeting will be held Thursday, December 17, 2026.

The Trion Town Council normally meets on the fourth Thursday of each month, with a workshop beginning at 6 PM and the regular council meeting following.

Under the town’s regular schedule, the November meeting would have fallen on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, while the December meeting would have been scheduled for Christmas Eve, December 24.

The revised dates move both meetings ahead of their regularly scheduled dates during the holiday season.

Town Council meetings are held in the Town Hall Conference Room at 1220 Pine Street in Trion.

Residents planning to attend either meeting should make note of the changes. Additional information is available by contacting Trion Town Hall at 706-734-2332.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Nine Chattooga County Food Service Establishments Inspected During Second Half Of October

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Nine food service establishments in Chattooga County received health inspections during the second half of October, with eight earning perfect scores of 100.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Former School Bus Driver Arrested On Felony Charge Following Investigation Into Child Dragging Incident

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A Chattooga County school bus driver previously arrested after a child was dragged by a school bus in Summerville is now facing a felony charge following the completion of an investigation by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Football Game Moved To Thursday Due To Shortage Of Officials

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Chattooga High School’s final regular-season football game against Christian Heritage has been moved from Friday, November 6, to Thursday, November 5, because of a shortage of available game officials.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Volunteers Needed To Help Open New Foster Care Closet In Summerville

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A nonprofit organization that provides clothing and other essentials to children in foster care is preparing to open a new location in Summerville and is asking the community for help getting everything ready.

November 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia State Patrol Now Accepting Digital Driver’s Licenses During Traffic Stops

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Georgia motorists now have the option of showing a digital driver’s license or state identification card during traffic stops and other interactions with the Georgia State Patrol.