Summerville Main Street’s Ducky Derby will return Saturday, May 9, for a full day of family fun outside the Summerville Depot.
All God’s Children Homeschool Group is hosting a preorder lunch fundraiser for the Summerville and Trion communities.
Organizers will deliver premade lunches on Wednesday, May 6 at 12 PM. Each $5 meal includes a hotdog, chips, a cookie, and a bottle of water, with the option to add an extra hotdog for $1.
The group is encouraging local businesses and residents to participate, with delivery available to make it convenient for workplaces and organizations.
All orders must be placed by Monday, May 4 to allow time for preparation.
Payment can be made through Venmo, Cash App, or cash at delivery. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go toward supporting the homeschool group and its activities.
The Chattooga County Library in Summerville will host its Crochet Club on Tuesday from 2 PM to 3 PM.
The group meets at the library located at 360 Farrar Drive and is open to adults ages 18 and up. Participants are invited to bring their own crochet, knitting, cross stitch, or sewing projects to work on while enjoying conversation and sharing ideas with others.
Library officials say the program is designed to provide a relaxed, social environment for local crafters of all skill levels.
The event is open to the public.
A free community paddle event is planned for Saturday, May 9 at Lyerly Dam in Summerville.
The “Free Fun Paddle,” organized by the Chattooga River Group, will begin at 10 AM and take participants along the Blue Trail from the Lyerly Dam launch to Chattoogaville.
Participants will be joined by Shane Kornberg, a natural resources expert with UGA Extension, who will share information on river ecology, invasive versus native species, and the importance of maintaining a diverse ecosystem.
Those planning to attend are asked to bring their own kayak, paddle, life jacket, and snacks, and should be prepared to arrange transportation after the paddle. Organizers will also require a signed waiver before launch.
The event is open to the public
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to a noticeably cooler start to the week, with temperatures running 5 to 10 degrees below normal for early May.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, May 3, 2026:
Funeral services will be held today for former Summerville Police Chief Stanley O’Shea Mosley.
Mosley, age 60, of Summerville, passed away following a period of declining health.
A homegoing service celebrating his life will be held today, Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 2 PM at Oak Hill Baptist Church in the Gore Community. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Public viewing was held Saturday at Wright Memorial Mortuary.
The 5th Annual Chattooga River Fest is set to return to Trion on Saturday, June 13, bringing a full day of outdoor fun, live music, and family-friendly activities to Northwest Georgia.
The event will begin at 10 AM at the Trion Recreation Department and is open to the public.
Organizers say this year’s festival will feature vendors, festival food, outdoor life demonstrations, and educational talks focused on the Chattooga River and surrounding environment. Attendees can also enjoy live local music throughout the day, with The Band Chickamauga scheduled to headline at 4 PM.
Family activities will include a free KidZone with access to the splash pad, as well as a cornhole tournament and other recreational events.
A kayak raffle sponsored by Atrium Health EMS is also planned, along with a free float on the Lower Chattooga River, with additional details expected to be announced soon.
Organizers say the event is pet-friendly but note that pets must be leashed, well-behaved, and meet specific guidelines for safety.
The Chattooga River Fest is organized by Cindy L. Rivers McGraw and the Chattooga River Group, with support from local sponsors including Atrium Health EMS and Pine Ridge Outdoor Supply.
More information, including vendor and participant registration, is available online.
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