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May 21, 2026

Georgia DOT Suspending Interstate Lane Closures For Memorial Day Weekend

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The Georgia Department of Transportation says interstate lane closures will be suspended across the state for the Memorial Day holiday travel period.

The suspension begins Friday, May 22nd, at 12:00 p.m. and will continue through Tuesday, May 26th, at 5:00 a.m. Georgia DOT says the move is intended to reduce travel delays and improve safety during one of the busier travel weekends of the year.

Motorists should remember that while lane closures are suspended, construction crews may still be working near roadways. Some long-term closures may also remain in place for safety reasons, and emergency or crash-related lane closures can still happen at any time.

Drivers are urged to stay alert, slow down in work zones, and move over when possible when workers are present. Georgia DOT says heavier traffic is expected around metro Atlanta and popular tourist destinations across the state.

Travelers can find traffic forecasts and holiday travel tips at the Georgia DOT website.

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AAA Predicts Record Memorial Day Travel For Georgia And Nationwide

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AAA says a record number of travelers are expected to hit the roads, skies, and rails this Memorial Day weekend, including more than 1.3 million Georgians.

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Town Of Trion Announces Memorial Day Closings And Garbage Schedule Change

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The Town of Trion has announced several department closures for Memorial Day.

The Town of Trion Business Office, Gas Department, Maintenance Department, and Recreation Department will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.

Garbage normally picked up on Monday will instead be picked up on Tuesday, May 26. All other garbage pickup days will remain on a regular schedule.

For emergency calls involving the Gas Department or Police Department, residents should call 911, and dispatchers will contact the proper personnel.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

In Search Of Dog Houses

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May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mr. Rickey Allen David Bryant, Obit. (C)

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Mr. Rickey Allen David Bryant, age 43 of Adairsville, Georgia passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026 at his residence.

Rickey was born in Rome, Georgia on March 5, 1983 son of Ricky Allen Bryant and the late Mary Ruth Lowe Bryant. He was employed in the Construction industry, working with the Resting Rooster Company. Rickey enjoyed hunting and fishing prior to taking up racing motorcycles and drag racing.

In addition to his mother, Rickey was preceded in death by a nephew, Austin Lee Jarrell and a brother-in-law, Terry Jacobs.

Rickey is survived by his wife, Heather Jacobs; children, Mackenzie Bryant, Caleb Bryant and Cadin Sanchez; sisters, Mary Ann Jacobs, Misty Bryant and Kayle Bryant; brother and sister-in-law, Wesley and Holly Bryant; nieces and nephews, Jessica Jacobs, Beth Jacobs, Christopher Jacobs, Terri Jacobs, Alexis Jacobs, Avery Filler, Ashley Jarrell, Zachary King, Nicholas Jacobs, Wesley Bryant, Jr, and Tristian Bryant; and 8 great nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Rickey will be held Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Collins officiating. Interment will be at 4:00 P.M. in the Deliverance Chapel in Jesus’ Name Church Cemetery in Kingtson, GA.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Jacobs, Zachary King, Jacob Nelson, Avery Fillers, Christian Galloway and Steven Hamby. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lawton Lewis and Johnathan Hines.

Rickey’s family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – May 20, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, May 20, 2026:

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Warm Temperatures Continue Across Northwest Georgia With Storm Chances Increasing Later This Week

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect another round of summer-like heat this week, with afternoon highs climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s through the weekend.

May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Community Church – May 20, 2026

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May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

South Commerce Street COC- Talks From The Bible – May 20, 2026

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May 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Library Preparing For “Unearth A Story” Summer Reading Program

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The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is gearing up for its 2026 Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth A Story,” with activities planned across Northwest Georgia — including special events at the Chattooga and Trion libraries.