Veterans from throughout Chattooga County are invited to attend the annual Veterans Day Lunch on Wednesday, November 11, at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, located at 818 Memorial Drive in Summerville.
Trion High School is making plans for its annual Homecoming celebration, including a community parade scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026.
The parade will begin at 6 PM and will serve as a community-wide celebration leading up to the Bulldogs’ Homecoming football game against Manchester on Friday, October 23, at Sam R. McCain Stadium.
School officials are inviting local residents, organizations and businesses to participate in the parade and help celebrate Homecoming with students, alumni and the Trion community.
Those interested in participating may register as a vendor for $20 or enter a float for $10.
The parade is expected to bring together students, families and community members as Trion High School prepares for its Homecoming festivities.
For additional information about participating, contact Claudia Reynoso at claudia.reynoso@trionschools.org.
The Bulldogs will host Manchester the following evening as part of the school’s Homecoming celebration.
Registration is underway for the Summerville Parks and Recreation Department’s winter youth basketball program.
Parents can register children now through November 1 for several age divisions.
The department is offering 5/6-year-old coed basketball, along with girls’ leagues for ages 7U through 12U and boys’ leagues for ages 7U through 14U.
Registration is available online at www.summervillerec.org.
The youth basketball program is part of Summerville Parks and Recreation’s winter sports offerings, providing local children an opportunity to participate in organized recreational basketball.
Parents interested in having their children participate are encouraged to complete registration before the November 1 deadline.
A heart and vascular screening event will be offered in Summerville later this month, giving area residents an opportunity to be checked for several potential warning signs associated with heart disease and stroke.
The screening will be held Friday, October 23, from 8 AM until 3 PM at AdventHealth Primary Care Urgent Care, located at 9777 Rome Boulevard in Summerville.
The AngioScreen costs $85 and is a non-invasive vascular screening that takes approximately 10 minutes.
The screening includes a carotid artery ultrasound, an EKG of the heart, an ankle-brachial index test to check for peripheral artery disease, and screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
The tests are designed to help identify potential risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Because AngioScreen is a screening service, insurance is not accepted. Payment may be made by cash, check, credit card or debit card. Participants may also be able to use money from an employer-sponsored flexible spending account.
Appointments are required for the October 23 screening.
Anyone interested in scheduling an appointment can call 706-290-8008.
The Depot in Summerville will be serving up a traditional Sunday dinner this weekend, with fried chicken, baked ham and a variety of homemade-style sides on the menu.
The City of Summerville has announced plans for its 2026 Christmas Parade, including this year’s theme and the dates for parade entry registration.
The annual parade will be held Monday, December 7, at 7 PM in downtown Summerville.
This year’s theme is “A Hard Candy Christmas.”
The city says float and entry registration will open November 1 and continue through December 1. Those wishing to participate will be able to register through the Summerville Recreation Department or through the city’s website.
The city will also award trophies and prize money to the top three floats participating in the parade.
The Summerville Christmas Parade is one of the community’s traditional holiday events, bringing decorated floats, organizations, businesses and other participants through downtown as the Christmas season gets underway.
Additional information about registration and parade participation is expected to be available through the City of Summerville.
Trion and Chattooga Fellowship of Christian Athletes are partnering with the Tim Tebow Foundation to help local participants prepare for the upcoming Night to Shine through a formal wear clothing drive.
The community is being asked to donate new or lightly used formal wear in all sizes, including dresses, dress shirts and pants, shoes, jewelry and skirts. The donated items will allow Night to Shine participants to “shop” for outfits ahead of the event.
Donations will be collected during the Night to Shine gathering at Fields of Faith on Wednesday, October 14, at the Trion High School football field. The event begins at 6:30 PM.
Night to Shine is designed to celebrate individuals with special needs and provide a prom-style experience. Organizers are also seeking volunteers and people willing to serve as buddies during the event.
The local Night to Shine is scheduled for February 27, 2027, at Connect City Church.
Those interested in volunteering or helping with the event can email connectcity.summerville@gmail.com
The Chattooga County Health Department will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Event on Friday, October 16, offering information, resources and assistance to area residents during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The “Pinktober in Chattooga” event will be held from 8 AM until 1 PM at the health department, located at 60 Farrar Drive in Summerville.
Activities and services will include breast exams for those who choose to receive one, assistance with mammogram paperwork, information about scheduling a mammogram, goody bags, limited breast cancer awareness T-shirts and light refreshments.
Organizers say early detection is an important part of protecting women’s health and are encouraging residents to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about available screening resources.
The event includes services for uninsured or underinsured individuals age 40 and older, with eligibility guidelines applying.
The event is open to the public. For additional information, contact the Chattooga County Health Department at 706-857-3471.
The Friends of the Chattooga Library will hold its fall book sale beginning Thursday, October 15, giving area residents several days to shop for books while supporting the local library.
The sale will be held at the Chattooga County Library, 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville, and will continue through Monday, October 19.
Sale hours are 9 AM until 8 PM Thursday, October 15; 9 AM until 6 PM Friday, October 16; 10 AM until 2 PM Saturday, October 17; and 9 AM until 2 PM Monday, October 19.
The Friends of the Chattooga Library organization supports the library and its programs through fundraising efforts and community involvement.
The multi-day sale gives local readers an opportunity to browse for books while helping support those efforts at the Chattooga County Library.
The Lyerly Fire Department is getting ready for a night of Halloween fun with a Trunk or Treat and Movie Night planned for Saturday, October 31, at Lyerly Park.
The event will run from 5 until 9 PM, with trick-or-treating scheduled from 5 until 7 PM. Anyone interested in participating is welcome to set up a trunk and hand out treats.
The Fire Department will provide free hot dogs, and concessions will also be available for purchase.
Following the Trunk or Treat, a free outdoor movie will begin at 7:30 PM. Families attending the movie are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs.
The event is open to the community and provides families with an opportunity to enjoy Halloween activities together in Lyerly.
Trunk or Treat: 5–7 PM
Outdoor Movie: 7:30 PM
Location: Lyerly Park
Admission: Free
Concessions: Available for purchase