Four concrete suppliers in Georgia have been sentenced to prison for participating in a bid-rigging scheme that lasted for years.
In a move to address the aftermath of recent devastating hurricanes that have plagued the Southeastern United States, Georgia Speaker of the House Jon Burns (R-Newington) has formally reached out to key Congressional leaders, including Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Leaders Chuck Schumer and Mitch McConnell, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The letter, also addressed to Georgia’s Congressional Delegation, requests urgent emergency relief funds for southeastern states significantly impacted by Hurricanes Debbie, Helene, and Milton.
A forty-three-year-old Summerville man was arrested last week after a confrontation with neighbors.
Governor Brian P. Kemp of Georgia, along with other state officials, unveiled plans for a third special tax rebate totaling over $1 billion for Georgia taxpayers.
Get ready for a sweet treat this Saturday as the Summerville-Trion Optimist Club hosts their annual Halloween Candy Walk in downtown Summerville. From 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, trick-or-treaters of all ages are invited to stroll down the East Washington Street Streetscape area, where local businesses and organizations will be handing out candy and treats. To accommodate the event, the East Washington Street Streetscape entrances will be closed to traffic from 6 AM. to 3 PM, starting at US 27/Commerce Street and extending to The University Street Intersection. Economy Street entrances to East Washington Street will also be closed during this time. “This is always a fun event for the community,” said Cindy Rivers-McGraw, event organizer. “We encourage all local businesses, churches, clubs, and civic organizations to participate in handing out candy and treats to the little spooks.” Anyone interested in participating can contact Cindy Rivers McGraw at (706) 466-9014 for registration and set-up details.
The Chattooga County Young Farmers will host their Annual Pig Project Show and Auction on Monday, November 4th at the Chattooga Ag Center. The show will begin at 6 pm with the auction to follow.
A 37-year-old Chattooga County woman was arrested last Saturday, October 19th, for damaging property at her sister’s mobile home. Donna Hill faces charges of criminal trespass after breaking two windows at the trailer on Saunders Road. Chattooga County Sheriffs Deputies were contacted by Aquilla White, Hill’s sister, who was concerned about Hill’s well-being. Hill was later found at a neighboring trailer and attempted to pay for the damage, but became combative and resisted arrest. Despite the chaotic situation, Hill eventually agreed to seek help after consulting with her sister, who expressed support for her rehabilitation. Hill was arrested and taken to the Chattooga County Jail on charges of criminal trespass.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, October 23, 2024:
The City of Summerville has set the date for this year’s Christmas Parade. Once again this year, the parade will be held the first Monday of December and will take place in downtown Summerville. This year, the theme for the parade is “The Magic of Christmas”. The parade grand marshal will be Ms. Mildred Cordle. More details about how to register to have a float in this year’s parade will be released in the upcoming days.
Trion Mayor Lanny Thomas told WZQZ News that the Town of Trion will be celebrating Halloween on October 31st and is encouraging everyone to come and have a good time and play it safe. Mayor Thomas said, “The Town of Trion wishes everyone a Happy Halloween which happens to fall on Thursday this month. I ask that those coming to Trion that evening please be courteous and respectful of all the property owners. In most instances, that is the normal. However, there have been a few occasions where it was otherwise”. The mayor said that the Trion Police Department will be out working during the event. Mayor Thomas says that the police department will be present to assist and protect both trick or treaters as well as home owners. The Town of Trion invites everyone to come celebrate Halloween, have fun and be safe!