Jimmy Holbrook | AM 1180 Radio

September 15, 2026

Georgia Gas Prices Climb Above $4 As Local Drivers Feel The Increase

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Georgia motorists are paying considerably more at the pump as rising crude oil prices continue to push gasoline prices higher across the state.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Antique Tractor & Small Engine Show Coming To Summerville Train Depot

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A celebration of rural American history and the evolution of farming technology is coming to downtown Summerville later this month.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion City Schools Offers Wide Range Of Student Support Services

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For students at Trion City Schools, education involves more than classroom instruction, with the school system maintaining a variety of programs designed to provide additional help to students with different educational needs.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Deadline Approaching For Bids On Trion Natural Gas Project

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Contractors interested in a natural gas system project in Trion have only a couple more days to submit bids to the town.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Board Of Education Meeting Set For Thursday

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The Chattooga County Board of Education will hold its regular September meeting later this week.

The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, from 6 until 8 PM at the Chattooga County Education Center, 206 Penn Street in Summerville.

Under the school system’s 2026-2027 meeting schedule, the Board of Education normally meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 PM, with exceptions during October, February and April.

The September meeting comes as the school system moves further into the 2026-2027 academic year.

The school board is currently chaired by Lori Brady, with Tiffany Lawrence serving as vice-chair. Other members are Chad Dodd, Bonnie Fletcher and Derrick Eckroat. Dr. Michelle Helie serves as superintendent of Chattooga County Schools.

Thursday’s meeting is open to the public. The school system also provides a formal process for members of the public who wish to participate in board meetings.

The Chattooga County Board of Education September meeting begins at 6 PM Thursday at the Chattooga County Education Center on Penn Street in Summerville.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Three Chattooga County Establishments Earn Perfect Environmental Health Inspection Scores

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Three Chattooga County establishments inspected during the first half of September received perfect scores of 100 from Environmental Health inspectors.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Students Taking Part In Regional Teen Maze This Week

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High school sophomores from Chattooga County are joining students from across Northwest Georgia this week for an interactive program designed to show teenagers how the choices they make today can have lasting consequences.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Pruitt Health Lafayette Open House

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LAFAYETTE OPEN HOUSE IS ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY!

Come out and see WHY Lafayette was chosen for Best of the Best 2026!

We are proud to be Deficiency-Free and now a 5-Star Facility!

Join us for an evening of great food, fellowship, and an opportunity to see what makes Lafayette so special. We would love to welcome our community and show you the difference!

205 Roadrunner Blvd

September 24, 2026

6:00 PM

FREE Dinner & Desserts for the Community!

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors—we can’t wait to see you there!

Come see why Lafayette is one of the BEST!

Everyone is welcome!

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Waterville Baptist Church Youth And More Yard Sale

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Waterville Baptist Church Youth and More Yard Sale Saturday September 26, from 9-2. Great deals and good finds BBQ food plates will be available for purchase. Rent a spot to sell your goods $15. All proceeds will benefit the youth. 11815 Highway 151 South Trion, Ga 30753.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Deep Freezer For Sale

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Deep freezer for sale, 42 inches long, 22 wide and 32 inches deep. Roughly 5 years old, has an extra key to lock it. Asking $100. Contact 706-978-9148.