Aspiring young ladies of Trion City Schools have an extended opportunity to register for the Ms. Trion Pageant, with the new deadline set for March 7, 2025. This fundraising event supports The Pride of Trion Band program to help maintain high performance standards. The pageant welcomes all female students from Trion City Schools, featuring categories from Wee Miss Trion (Pre-K – Kindergarten) to Miss Trion (10th-12th Grade).
AgGeorgia Farm Credit is investing in the future of local agriculture by offering a $10,000 grant in 2025 to help farmers markets across its 79-county territory promote their vital community hubs. The grant aims to empower markets to reach a wider audience and support the hard-working farmers who contribute to the region’s rich agricultural landscape. To be eligible for the grant, farmers markets must operate within AgGeorgia Farm Credit’s designated 79-county area, maintain operations for at least eight days during a two-month period, and host a minimum of five vendors. Crucially, at least 50% of those vendors must be selling agricultural products. “Farmers markets are a cornerstone of our local economies and provide crucial access to fresh, healthy food for communities across Georgia,” said a representative from AgGeorgia Farm Credit. “We are proud to support these markets and the farmers who make them thrive.” Interested markets are encouraged to apply online by March 15, 2025. The application requires a detailed plan outlining how the grant funds will be utilized to promote the market and how the AgGeorgia logo and/or AgGeorgia Farm Credit name will be incorporated into their promotional efforts. Last year’s grant recipient was the LaFayette Farmers Market in Walker County, showcasing the positive impact this funding can have on local communities. AgGeorgia Farm Credit hopes that this year’s grant will continue to bolster the success and sustainability of farmers markets across its service area.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, February 27, 2025:
Northwest Georgia will be experiencing increased cloud cover today as a frontal boundary approaches from the north. According to current satellite loops, the leading edge of the front is expected to move into Northwest Georgia around daybreak, bringing with it the possibility of scattered, light showers – but they will not be widespread. While the front is not expected to produce significant rainfall or thunderstorms due to a lack of moisture and instability, residents should anticipate gusty winds throughout the day.
The Chattooga Chamber of Commerce is preparing for a busy March, labeled “March 2025 Madness,” filled with events for members to connect, grow, and learn.
A Chattooga County family is picking up the pieces after a devastating house fire ripped through their home on Mountain View Road this past weekend. Tracy and Teresa Barksdale, along with their two children, are now displaced after the blaze erupted around 4:30 AM on Sunday morning. Multiple fire departments, including Trion, Summerville, and Hays Correctional, responded to the scene, along with Atrium Health Floyd EMS and the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office. Upon arrival, first responders encountered heavy fire and smoke pouring from the front of the residence. Firefighters acted swiftly, launching a fire attack team and successfully bringing the blaze under control. The Barksdale family suffered a total loss of their home and belongings. In the wake of this tragedy, the Chattooga County community is stepping up to support the Barksdale family. A donation account has been established at United Community Bank to assist the family in rebuilding their lives. Anyone wishing to contribute to their recovery is encouraged to donate at United Community Bank in Summerville or Trion.
The City of Summerville is announcing al spring clean-up of the Summerville Cemetery, scheduled to begin on March 11, 2025. In preparation for the clean-up, the city is requesting that all families and individuals with loved ones interred at the cemetery remove any outdated or prohibited decorations from gravesites before the deadline. Specifically, the city is asking residents to remove the following items:
* Faded flowers, both real and plastic
* Holiday and seasonal items and decorations
* Glass items
Any decorations remaining at gravesites after March 11, 2025, will be removed and disposed of by City of Summerville workers.
Legislation to stop Georgia Power from charging residential and small business customers for electricity costs related to data centers passed a state Senate committee on Tuesday. The bill is being championed in the Senate by Senator Chuck Hufstetler, a Republican from Rome.
A Rome woman is facing multiple charges, including felony counts, following a Monday morning traffic accident on Highway 27 North at Dixie Park Road in the Armuchee area. Shannon Marie Hampton, 40, of Rome, was arrested and booked into the Floyd County Jail after an investigation into the crash. According to jail records, Hampton was allegedly under the influence at the time of the incident, which resulted in one individual sustaining a broken left leg. Following the accident, authorities conducted an inventory search of Hampton’s vehicle. During the search, officers discovered a clear plastic bag containing methamphetamine inside Hampton’s purse. In addition, a burnt marijuana cigarette was located inside a cigarette box in the back seat of the vehicle. Hampton is charged with felony counts of serious injury by vehicle and possession of methamphetamine. She also faces misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence (DUI), failure to yield while turning left, no seat belt violation, suspended registration, and failure to yield while turning.
A downtown Summerville business will be closing its doors on March 1st, 2025, after serving the community for six years. Thatcher’s BBQ said earlier this week that they will be closing this weekend. In a statement released Tuesday, the restaurant cited economic challenges as the reason for the closure. “It is with a heavy heart that we share that our last day open in Summerville will be March 1st 2025,” the statement read. “The last 6 years getting to serve your community has been incredible! However, due to economic challenges we have been forced to consolidate our operations. We would love to serve you at one of our other locations in Trenton, Ringgold or Calhoun, Ga!” The statement expressed gratitude for the community’s support over the years. “It has been a wonderful journey. Thank you for your patronage and support over the last 6 years.”
