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July 27, 2026

Trion Elementary School Reminds Families Of Orientation And Meet The Teacher Events

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Trion Elementary School is reminding families that orientation and Meet the Teacher events will take place this week as students prepare to return to the classroom.

On Tuesday, July 28, a Parent Orientation for all Pre-K students and newly accepted Trion Elementary students will begin at 5 p.m. in the Trion Middle School Gym. School officials say this is an information session for parents only.

On Wednesday, July 29, families are invited to Meet the Teacher, a drop-in event where students can visit their classrooms, meet their teachers and bring school supplies. Meet the Teacher hours are 3 to 5 p.m. for Pre-K through first grade and 4 to 6 p.m. for second through fifth grades.

The Kona Ice truck will also be on site. Families are encouraged to visit classrooms before purchasing a frozen treat.

The first day of classes for Trion City Schools is Thursday, July 30.

July 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High School Releases Athletic Schedule For Upcoming Week

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Chattooga High School Athletic Director Mark Turner has released the schedule for the first week of athletic competition as the 2026-27 school year gets underway.

The schedule begins Tuesday, July 28, when the Lady Indians softball team hosts Northwest Whitfield in a scrimmage at 6 p.m. at the CHS softball field.

On Saturday, August 1, Chattooga travels to Model for an 11 a.m. softball game.

The Lady Indians return home on Wednesday, August 5, to face Model at 5:30 p.m.

On Thursday, August 6, Chattooga softball travels to Armuchee for a 5 p.m. game, while the Lady Indians volleyball team will compete at Woodland against Woodland and Pepperell, with matches scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Fans are encouraged to come out and support Chattooga High School student-athletes as they begin the new athletic season.

July 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City Of Summerville Hiring Cathodic Protection Technician

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The City of Summerville is accepting applications for a Cathodic Protection Technician to help protect and maintain the city’s utility infrastructure.

July 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New Georgia Law Changes Rules For School-Zone Speed Cameras

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New restrictions are changing how automated school-zone speed cameras may be used across Georgia as students return to class.

July 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Sunday – July 26, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, July 26, 2026:

July 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat And Sunshine Return To Northwest Georgia This Week

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After a few lingering morning showers, Northwest Georgia is in for a stretch of hotter and drier weather as temperatures climb back into the 90s through much of the coming week.

July 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Highland Avenue Paving To Continue This Week In Summerville

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Motorists traveling through Summerville should expect delays this week as paving work continues on Highland Avenue.

The City of Summerville announced that road paving and infrastructure improvements will take place Monday, July 27, through Friday, July 31, along Highland Avenue between Third Street and Sixth Avenue.

Construction crews will be working each day from 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. During those hours, drivers should expect temporary traffic delays in and around the work zone.

City officials encourage motorists to allow extra travel time, use alternate routes when possible and exercise caution while traveling through the area to help keep both workers and drivers safe.

The paving project is part of the city’s ongoing efforts to maintain and improve local streets and infrastructure

July 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Oak Hill And The Martha Berry Museum To Host Free Family Morning

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Oak Hill and The Martha Berry Museum will close out the summer break with another free Family Morning program on Wednesday, July 29, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

The family-friendly event is open to all ages and is designed to engage young learners and their families through interactive and educational activities. Family Morning programs are offered several times throughout the year during school breaks, giving families an opportunity to explore the museum together.

The theme for July’s program is “Colors at Berry.” Participants will be encouraged to discover the colors, patterns and artistic inspiration found inside The Martha Berry Museum and throughout Berry College’s historic campus.

Activities will include a color scavenger hunt inside the museum, creating a garden design inspired by the gardens at Oak Hill and exploring the patterns and science behind stained glass, using the windows of Frost Chapel as inspiration.

Local artist Patricia Eastin will also present a live oil painting demonstration during the event.

Admission is free, and no age restrictions were announced. Organizers note that the Oak Hill home will not be open for tours during the Family Morning program.

July 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Receives Donation Of Hygiene Products To Help Students In Need

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a donation of personal hygiene products from the nonprofit organization On My Mother’s Shoulders, helping ensure students facing financial hardship have access to essential everyday items.

July 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools To Provide Free Breakfast And Lunch To All Students

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All students enrolled in the Chattooga County School District will receive free breakfast and lunch throughout the 2026-2027 school year.