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April 22, 2026

Friday Night Concert Returns To Downtown Summerville April 24

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The City of Summerville is inviting the community out for an evening of live music as the Natural Gas Friday Night Concert series continues on April 24.

This week’s featured performance will showcase Pink Houses, a John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band, taking the stage from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will take place along East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.

An opening local act will kick things off at 7 p.m., setting the stage for a full night of entertainment in the city’s Entertainment District streetscape.

Organizers encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere filled with great music and community spirit.

The concert is free and open to the public.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Town Council To Hold Workshop And Regular Meeting Thursday

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The Town of Trion has announced an upcoming workshop and council meeting later this week.

According to Mayor Mickey McGraw, the meeting will take place Thursday, April 23rd in the Town Hall Conference Room. The workshop session is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m., with the regular council meeting to follow shortly after.

City officials say the meeting is open to the public, and anyone with questions or comments is encouraged to contact Trion Town Hall for additional information.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – April 21, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, April 21, 2026:

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dry Weather Raises Fire Concerns Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and the wider Northwest Georgia region can expect several more days of warm, dry weather, increasing the risk for outdoor fires through the end of the workweek.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Passenger In 2025 Hays Prison Chase Arrested In Chattooga County Over The Weekend

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A man authorities say was the passenger in the vehicle involved in last year’s drug-drop attempt near Hays State Prison and the resulting crash that seriously injured a Chattooga County woman was arrested in Chattooga County over the weekend.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Continue To Fall, Bringing Relief To Drivers

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Georgia drivers are continuing to see relief at the pump this week as gas prices trend lower across the state, even amid ongoing global tensions that continue to affect energy markets.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Hiring Part-Time CDL Instructor At Walker County Campus

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is now accepting applications for a part-time Commercial Truck Driving Road/Range Instructor at its Walker County Campus.

The position focuses on training students in commercial truck driving, helping prepare them for careers in the transportation industry. GNTC is encouraging qualified applicants with experience in commercial driving to apply.

College officials say the role includes both road and range instruction, providing hands-on training to students enrolled in the program.

As required by federal regulations, applicants must complete a physical exam and drug screening as part of the background check process. Those hired will also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.

Anyone interested in applying or learning more about the position can visit the GNTC employment page online.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap Set for May 2

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Plant lovers across Chattooga County are invited to take part in a popular community event returning next month.

The 6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap is scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd from 2 to 6 p.m. at Teloga Spring Farm, located at 9505 Highway 337 in Summerville.

Organizers say the free event will bring together the community for an afternoon of plants, fellowship, and fun. Attendees are encouraged to bring plants to swap, along with friends and family.

This year’s event will also feature raffle tickets, food trucks, a bake sale, and a variety of vendors.

All donations from the event will benefit the Animal Advocates of Chattooga County and the Teloga Fire Department.

Organizers note the event is cash-only, and cell service may be limited in the area.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Extension Shares Tips On Beneficial Insects For Spring Gardens

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With spring gardening season now underway, Chattooga County Extension is reminding local gardeners that not every insect in the garden is a bad thing.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Events Planned At James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park This Weekend

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Outdoor enthusiasts will have a couple of opportunities to enjoy nature this weekend at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, with two ranger-led events scheduled for Saturday, April 25.