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November 1, 2026

Summerville Veterans Day Parade And Luncheon Set For November 11

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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.

November 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Harvest Festival Set For Saturday At Dowdy Park

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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.

October 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Elementary School To Honor Veterans With Special Program November 6

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Lyerly Elementary School will host a special Veterans Day program on Friday, November 6, to recognize and honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

The program will begin at 9 AM in the school gymnasium, with students presenting songs, readings and music in tribute to America’s veterans.

School officials are inviting veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families to attend the ceremony, which will provide students an opportunity to express their appreciation for the service and sacrifices of military members.

The program is part of the school’s observance of Veterans Day, which is officially celebrated on November 11 each year.

Lyerly Elementary School encourages families and community members to attend and join students in honoring those who have served their country.

October 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Registration Open For Trion Mat-Dog Youth Wrestling Program

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Registration is now open for the 2026–2027 Mat-Dog Wrestling season in Trion, offering young athletes an opportunity to learn the sport of wrestling and become part of the Bulldog wrestling family.

The program is open to boys and girls in kindergarten through eighth grade, regardless of experience level. Both beginners and returning wrestlers are encouraged to participate.

A registration event is scheduled for Monday, November 9, from 6:30 until 8 p.m. at the Trion High School Wrestling Facility.

Organizers say the program welcomes young athletes of all skill levels, providing an opportunity to develop wrestling skills and participate in the sport.

Parents interested in registering their children can use the online registration link provided by Trion Wrestling or scan the QR code on the organization’s registration flyer.

The Mat-Dog Wrestling program is preparing for another season of youth wrestling in the Trion community.

October 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Third Annual Turkey Trot 5K And Health Walk Set For November 14

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Runners and walkers are invited to participate in the third annual Turkey Trot 5K Road Race and 2-Mile Health Walk on Saturday, November 14, 2026, an event organized by Eckroat Benefits Corporation in partnership with the Pregnancy Resource Center of Chattooga County.

October 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Christmas Parade Registration Opens November 1

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The holiday season is just around the corner, and preparations are already underway for the 2026 Summerville Christmas Parade.

Registration for floats and other parade entries will begin November 1 and continue through December 1.

This year’s parade theme is “A Hard Candy Christmas,” and participants are invited to celebrate the season with creative, holiday-themed entries.

The Christmas Parade will be held Monday, December 7, beginning at 7 PM. Trophies and prizes will be awarded to the top three floats.

Registration for the parade is available online at www.summervillega.org.

Organizers encourage businesses, churches, organizations, families and other groups interested in participating to begin planning their entries.

The annual Christmas parade is a longstanding holiday tradition in Summerville, bringing residents together to celebrate the Christmas season.

October 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Harvest Festival Set For November 7 At Dowdy Park

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The Summerville Harvest Festival is coming up next month, offering vendors and the community another opportunity to come together and enjoy a festive fall celebration at Dowdy Park.

The festival will take place Saturday, November 7, from 9 AM until 5 PM at Dowdy Park in Summerville. Admission to the festival will be free to the public.

Organizers are inviting local vendors to participate in the event, which will feature a variety of booths and opportunities for visitors to shop and enjoy the fall season.

Vendors who registered for this year’s Sun Melly Festival will also have the opportunity to participate in the Summerville Harvest Festival at no additional cost.

Anyone who was not registered for the Sun Melly Festival but would like to become a vendor for the Harvest Festival can find registration information at www.summervillega.org.

The event is part of Summerville’s fall activities and will provide another opportunity for residents and visitors to support local vendors and enjoy a day at Dowdy Park.

October 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Salvation Army Angel Tree Registration Event Set For October 27

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The Salvation Army in Rome will hold a special Angel Tree registration event on Tuesday, October 27, giving qualifying families and senior citizens an opportunity to apply for Christmas assistance.

The registration event will take place from 1 PM until 3 PM at Dirt Pour Coffee and Cafe.

Cristina Tilley with the Salvation Army in Rome says the Angel Tree program is available to children under the age of 12 whose parents’ income does not exceed 130 percent of the federal poverty level. Senior citizens ages 65 and older may also qualify for assistance.

Parents registering children will need to bring a photo ID, proof of income for both parents, proof of address, and birth certificates for all qualifying children.

Senior citizens applying for assistance will need to provide identification, proof of income, and proof of address.

The Angel Tree program helps provide Christmas gifts to children and seniors in need during the holiday season.

Those interested in receiving assistance are encouraged to have all required documents ready when they arrive for registration on October 27.

October 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Father’s Heart Cafe Launches Christmas Toy Drive Across Chattooga County

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The Father’s Heart Cafe is working to make Christmas a little brighter for children in Chattooga County with a community-wide Christmas toy drive.

The organization announced Monday that it has already delivered and placed five toy donation boxes at businesses throughout the county, giving residents several convenient locations to contribute gifts for children this holiday season.

Businesses participating in the effort include Pine Ridge Outdoor Supply, The Great Awakening Coffee Company, and local Dollar General stores.

Residents are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys suitable for children of all ages. Donations can be placed directly into the collection boxes at participating businesses.

The Father’s Heart Cafe is also inviting additional local businesses to participate in the Christmas toy drive by hosting donation boxes at their locations. Business owners interested in helping can contact the organization for more information.

Organizers say the goal is to bring the community together to help make Christmas special for local children who might otherwise go without gifts.

The Father’s Heart Cafe expressed appreciation to the businesses already participating and to residents who are helping support the effort.

October 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Northwest Georgia Center For Independent Living To Celebrate New Location With Halloween Open House

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The Northwest Georgia Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL) is inviting the community to celebrate its new location in downtown Rome with a special Halloween-themed open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony next week.