Trion Town Council Meeting On Thursday

TRION MAYOR LANNY THOMAS TOLD WZQZ RADIO THIS MORNING THAT DUE TO NOTHING AVAILABLE FOR THE AGENDA – TOMORROW’S COUNCIL MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED. 

The Town of Trion will have a regular Workshop / Council Meeting in the Town Hall Conference Room, Thursday, September 25, 2025. The Workshop will begin at 6:00p.m. and the Regular Meeting will follow shortly after. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Mayor Lanny Thomas or the Town Hall Office and they will try to get the information you request. The public is encouraged to attend.

Summerville Gears Up For Annual Sum Nelly Festival, Promising a Day of Fall Fun at Dowdy Park

The City of Summerville invites the community and visitors from across the region to celebrate the 51st Annual Sum Nelly Festival on Saturday, October 4, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Dowdy Park in Summerville, Georgia.

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Michael “Casey” Brown Announces Candidacy for Trion Mayor

Michael “Casey” Brown has officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of the Town of Trion in the upcoming Municipal General Election, scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Known locally as Casey Brown, his name will appear on the ballot as Michael Casey Brown.

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Toys for Tots Announces Chattooga County Registration Dates for 2025 Holiday Season

The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program has announced its registration dates for families in Chattooga County seeking assistance with Christmas toys this holiday season. Parents and guardians can sign up their children on select Saturdays in October and November at the Summerville Recreation Center.

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Georgia DNR Offering Wildlife View Grants

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is offering support through its Wildlife Viewing Grants Program for projects that allow people to enjoy the state’s wildlife and natural areas.

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Arrest Report – Tuesday – September 23, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, September 23, 2025:

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Hot Again Today – Changes Coming Towards The End Of The Week

Residents across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, are bracing for a dramatic weather shift this week, as a complex interplay of atmospheric forces brings an end to summer-like heat and ushers in a period of increased storm risk, culminating in cooler, drier conditions. A lingering high-pressure system, an approaching cold front, and a surge of Gulf moisture are all contributing to a dynamic forecast from Tuesday through Friday.

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Chattooga County Sales Tax Vote Sparks Concern For Renters Facing Increased Burden

Chattooga County residents are preparing to head to the polls this November to decide on a ballot measure that seeks to ease the burden of property taxes by increasing the local sales tax. While the proposal aims to offer financial relief to property owners, a significant portion of the county’s population – its renters – faces the prospect of an increased tax load without any corresponding benefit.

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Trion Observes “GA Reads Day” with Community Leaders Lending Their Voices

In a display of community commitment to literacy, Trion City Schools played host to a series of engaging read-alouds on Monday, marking the observance of Georgia Reads Day. This annual event, spearheaded by the Georgia Council on Literacy, aims to spotlight the critical importance of reading and celebrate the state’s dedication to fostering literacy skills across all ages.

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Lyerly Gears Up for Annual Down Home Day on October 11th

 

The Town of Lyerly is excited to announce the return of its Annual Down Home Day, promising a day of community spirit, family fun, and local charm. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 11th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and will take place at the picturesque Angus McLeod Park, located at 5801 Highway 114 in Lyerly, GA 30730.

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