Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, November 1, 2026:
The Town of Trion is proposing a property tax increase for 2026, despite plans to lower the town’s millage rate from last year.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a series of open houses throughout November at all six of its campuses, giving prospective students and their families an opportunity to explore educational programs, tour facilities and meet faculty and staff.
The City of Summerville is inviting veterans and the community to take part in a Veterans Day parade and luncheon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
The Veterans Day parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, also known as Dowdy Park, in downtown Summerville. Participants are asked to assemble at 9:30 a.m.
The parade will travel from Veterans Memorial Park to Commerce Street before returning to the park.
Golf carts and vehicles will be available for veterans who would like to participate but prefer not to walk the parade route.
Following the parade, veterans are invited to a special luncheon at the Chattooga County Memorial Home beginning at 11:45 a.m.
The City of Summerville encourages residents to come out and show their appreciation for the sacrifices and service of local veterans.
The annual observance provides an opportunity for the community to recognize those who have served their country and thank them for their dedication and commitment.
Today, Sunday, November 1, is Georgia Retired Educators Day, an annual observance recognizing the contributions of retired teachers, administrators and other education professionals throughout the state.
Chattooga County Schools have several important dates coming up in November, including a parent conference day, the district spelling bee and Thanksgiving break.
According to the school system’s calendar, Wednesday, November 11, will be a half-day for students, with the remainder of the school day designated for parent-teacher conferences.
The conferences will give parents and teachers an opportunity to discuss students’ academic progress, classroom performance and any areas where additional support may be needed. Parents should watch for information from their children’s schools regarding conference arrangements and early dismissal times.
The following day, Thursday, November 12, the school system will hold its district spelling bee at Lyerly Elementary School. The competition begins at 6 PM and will feature student spellers competing for district recognition.
Looking ahead to the Thanksgiving holiday, Chattooga County Schools will be closed November 24 through November 27 for Thanksgiving break. With the district’s regular four-day school week, students will return to classes on Tuesday, December 1.
Parents and students are encouraged to keep these dates in mind as they make plans for November.
Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is reminding property owners to keep their mailing addresses updated after a large number of property tax bills were returned as undeliverable.
In a social media post, Hampton’s office shared a photograph showing a large stack of returned mail and urged residents who have moved or closed their post office boxes to notify the Chattooga County Tax Assessor’s Office.
Hampton explained that residents who need to update their mailing addresses should contact the Tax Assessor’s Office so the changes can be communicated to her office before next year’s tax bills are mailed.
The reminder is particularly important for property owners who have recently moved, changed mailing addresses or stopped using a post office box. Keeping address information current helps ensure that future property tax notices reach the correct destination.
Property owners can also look up their tax bills online at www.chattoogacountytax.com.
Residents who have not received their property tax bills are encouraged to check their information and make sure their mailing addresses are correct.
The City of Summerville is preparing for a full day of fall activities as the Summerville Harvest Festival returns Saturday, November 7, at Dowdy Park.
The festival will take place from 9 AM until 5 PM and will feature arts and crafts, food vendors, baked goods and specialty loaded drinks.
The event will provide an opportunity for residents and visitors to enjoy a day of shopping, food and seasonal activities in downtown Summerville.
Organizers are inviting vendors to participate in the festival, with online registration available at www.summervillerec.org.
There will be no vendor registration charge for participants in the 2026 Sum Nelly event, according to the festival announcement.
The Summerville Harvest Festival is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, from 9 AM until 5 PM at Dowdy Park in Summerville.
MS. PATRICIA ANN HINES RICH, age 76, of Hope Drive, Trion, Georgia, passed away Friday evening, October 30, 2026, in a Rome hospital, following an extended illness. She was born in Trion, Georgia on April 17, 1950 to the late James and Lillie Davis Hines. Ms. Rich had a passion for quilting and loved her flowers; she was a member of the Ark of Faith and was retired from the finishing department of Mount Vernon Mills. In addition to Parents, She was preceded in death by Lamar Rich, son, David Rich, and brothers, Buddy Hines and Ricky Hines.
Surviving are daughters, Tonga Money, Tonya Abernathy, and Tammy Pettyjohn; sister, Doris (Leroy) Hall; brother, Michael Hines; grandsons, Zack (Morgan) Abernathy and Cody (Sara) Abernathy; granddaughters, Isa Pettyjohn, McKayla (Robert) Barrett; Five Great Grandchildren; several Nieces and Nephews.
Graveside and interment service will be held Tuesday, November 3rd, at 3:00 P.M. in West Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers Zack Abernathy, Cody (Alex) Abernathy, Dennis Kepner, Charlie Pilkington, Jamey Cochran, and Jeremy Hines. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1 until 2:30 P.M. at the Funeral Home.
Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Patricia Ann Hines Rich.
The Trion Lady Bulldogs are state champions!
Trion High School captured the 2026 Georgia High School Association Class A State Softball Championship Saturday afternoon, defeating Wheeler County 6-2 at the South Commons Softball Complex in Columbus.