Survey crews have begun geotechnical work for a proposed $62 million bioenergy plant planned for Trion’s industrial park, marking the first visible activity associated with the project.
Residents in need of assistance will have an opportunity to receive free groceries this week when There’s Hope for the Hungry visits Trion.
The food distribution event will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Central Avenue Baptist Church, located at 14074 Highway 27 in Trion, behind Dixie Subs.
Organizers say free groceries will be available to those who attend. No identification is required; however, individuals must be present to receive food.
In addition to the food giveaway, a free Clothes Closet will be open from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., providing clothing items for those in need.
Community members are encouraged to take advantage of the free services and share the information with friends, family members, and neighbors who may benefit.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, June 8, 2026:
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are being urged to remain weather-aware today as a Flood Watch remains in effect until 9:00 p.m. Monday due to the threat of excessive rainfall and flash flooding.
A recently released audit of Chattooga County’s 2024 financial records identified deficiencies involving accounting procedures, procurement practices, internal controls, budgeting, and documentation. Major findings included more than $333,000 in ARPA-funded broadband project expenses that lacked sufficient supporting documentation, payments on road projects that exceeded approved bid amounts, missing procurement records, untimely bank reconciliations, and several departments exceeding approved budgets. Auditors also cited inadequate segregation of duties and training deficiencies. Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen said “We walked into this mess” when he took office and agreed with the audit findings and said corrective steps have already been implemented, including added accounting staff, stronger oversight, improved documentation requirements, better procurement procedures, regular budget reviews, and additional employee training. (See full story below).
Parents still have time to sign up their children for Trion Recreation Department Summer Baseball, but the registration deadline is today, Monday, June 8.
The summer league will offer three age divisions, including 6U Coach Pitch, 8U Coach Pitch, and 11U Machine Pitch. The season is scheduled to run from July 10 through August 14.
The registration fee is $30 per player, and player age eligibility is based on the child’s age as of September 1.
Families interested in participating are encouraged to register at Trion Recreation before today’s deadline. Officials remind parents that registrations must be completed by the end of the day to guarantee participation in this year’s summer program.
The summer baseball program provides young athletes with an opportunity to develop their skills, learn teamwork, and enjoy organized competition during the summer months.
For additional information or to register before today’s deadline, contact or visit the Trion Recreation Department 90 Dalton Street in Trion.
Early voting for the June 16, 2026 Primary Runoff Election starts today, Monday, June 8, and will continue through Friday, June 12, according to the Chattooga County Registrar’s Office.
The Chattooga County Democratic Party will host its next monthly meeting on Monday, June 15, featuring a public forum with Georgia House District 12 candidate Holly Chaney.
The Summerville City Council will meet tonight with a full agenda that includes a public hearing on the proposed city budget, consideration of several project bids, appointments to the Housing Authority Board, and discussions involving city-owned property.
A Trion man has been indicted by a Chattooga County Grand Jury in connection with a January assault that prosecutors say left the victim without the use of his arm.
According to the indictment, Brian Hayes George, of 1184 Spring Creek Road in Trion, was formally indicted on one count of aggravated battery stemming from an incident that allegedly occurred on January 26.
The indictment alleges that George “maliciously caused bodily harm” to Matthew Rex Porter by depriving him of the use of his arm.
No additional details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault were included in the court filing.
Under Georgia law, aggravated battery is a felony offense. The charge carries the possibility of a prison sentence if a defendant is convicted in court.
An indictment is a formal accusation and is not a determination of guilt. All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.