Mount Vernon Mills in Trion, Georgia, is set to become the new home for 45 historic Draper X3 shuttle looms, once revered workhorses of the iconic White Oak Plant in Greensboro, North Carolina. This strategic acquisition, confirmed this week to Sourcing Journal, marks a significant step towards revitalizing traditional American selvedge denim manufacturing and preserving a vital piece of textile heritage.
The City of Summerville, Georgia, has announced it will be selling a selection of its surplus vehicles to the highest and best bidders through a sealed bidding process. This presents an opportunity for the public to acquire various city-maintained vehicles, ranging from utility trucks to sedans.
Get ready to shuffle your decks and examine your prized collections! The Trion Recreation Department will bring together collectors and enthusiasts of all ages for an evening of trading, showcasing, and camaraderie.
Excitement is building in Summerville as Main Street prepares for the highly anticipated return of the annual Santa Special Train Excursions. While final details regarding schedules and ticketing for the magical holiday rides are expected soon, organizers are already soliciting participants for the festive events that accompany the beloved train tradition.
A long-sought fugitive with an active felony warrant out of Troup County, Jonathan Blake Loftis, was apprehended in Summerville during an early morning raid today and subsequently charged with multiple new offenses, including illegal firearm possession and pointing a gun at another.
A prominent and vocal critic of Georgia Power Co., Patty Durand, was arrested Tuesday on felony charges alleging she stole confidential company information during a break in a regulatory hearing.
A routine traffic stop conducted by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday, October 21, escalated quickly when an officer recognized a passenger who was wanted on outstanding felony warrants, leading to the discovery of illegal narcotics.
As temperatures drop in Georgia, the American Red Cross of Georgia urges families to take several steps to heat their home safely.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, October 23, 2025:
Residents across Northwest Georgia are waking up to another day of classic autumn weather, characterized by clear skies, low humidity, and mild afternoon temperatures. A robust surface high-pressure system has settled firmly over the Southeast, delivering post-frontal conditions that are promoting a period of crisp and exceptionally dry air.
