Another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms is expected across Chattooga County and northwest Georgia today, continuing a familiar summertime pattern that will bring afternoon storms and increasing heat through the coming week.
Fans of country music and Alabama’s most iconic band will get an inside look at the life of Randy Owen this weekend as My Home’s in Alabama: The Randy Owen Story premieres on Alabama Public Television.
The documentary will air on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time and will also be available for streaming through PBS digital platforms and the PBS Video App.
Produced by Jacksonville State University’s Longleaf Studios, the film highlights Owen’s remarkable journey from his humble beginnings in Fort Payne, in neighboring DeKalb County, Alabama, where he worked as a farmhand, to becoming the co-founder and lead singer of the legendary country group Alabama.
The documentary explores the band’s extraordinary success, including 43 number-one singles and more than 75 million albums sold worldwide, cementing Alabama’s place among the most successful country music acts in history.
Viewers will also hear personal stories and reflections from Randy Owen himself, fellow Alabama band member Teddy Gentry, and acclaimed singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson, offering a closer look at Owen’s career, friendships, and lasting impact on country music.
The production was created through a collaborative effort involving Jacksonville State University faculty and students, showcasing the university’s growing reputation for documentary filmmaking.
Georgia’s medical cannabis program is experiencing its fastest growth since it launched a decade ago, with the number of registered patients increasing by more than 22 percent in just over a month following new state law changes.
The Trion Farmers Market will be open this Thursday, August 6, offering shoppers another opportunity to purchase fresh, locally grown produce and handcrafted items while supporting area farmers and vendors.
The market is located at the pavilion near the track field off Simmons Street in Trion.
This week’s selection includes fresh tomatoes, okra, green beans, cucumbers, and squash, along with homemade favorites such as jams and jellies, relish and salsa, fried pies, and ice cream.
Shoppers will also find locally raised beef and pork, as well as handcrafted salves and tinctures from local vendors.
The Trion Farmers Market continues to provide a convenient way for residents to shop local while enjoying fresh seasonal products and supporting the community’s growers and artisans.
Grief Share classes will begin this Thursday the 6th, and run for the next 13 weeks. It will be held at the Pennville Church of Christ at 6pm. It is free and anyone who has experienced a loss is invited to attend.
MENLO FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH will have Homecoming this Sunday, August 9th at 10:30 AM. Grace Town will be the special singers and Dr. Lee Hickman will be the guest speaker. A dinner will follow the morning service. Pastor Matthew Willingham and the congregation invite everyone to attend.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, August 5, 2026:
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop again across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this afternoon, bringing the potential for gusty winds, heavy rainfall and localized flash flooding.
