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June 20, 2026

Trion Athletics Announces New Weightroom Coming in 2026

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Trion Athletics has announced plans for a new state-of-the-art weightroom, scheduled for completion in October 2026.

The new facility will serve male and female athletes across Trion’s athletic programs, as well as students taking weight training classes at Trion High School.

School leaders say the project is designed to give Trion students and student-athletes access to top-quality training resources. Trion Athletics also thanked the Superintendent, Board of Education, and Athletic Administration for helping make the project possible.

Officials say the investment reflects the school system’s continued commitment to ensuring Trion Bulldogs have the very best resources available.

June 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Spark Day Set for June 27 at Dowdy Park to Connect Families With Resources and Support

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A new community event aimed at supporting individuals with special needs and their families is coming to Summerville later this month.

June 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Montessori School Announces Limited Georgia Pre-K Openings

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Summerville Montessori School is now accepting applications for a limited number of free Georgia Pre-K openings for the 2026–2027 school year.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Water Service Interruption Expected in Hwy 48 Area

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Some City of Summerville water customers may experience low water pressure or no water service today due to a scheduled Georgia Power outage.

The outage is set to begin at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, and will affect the city’s water pump station located on Highway 48.

Areas that may be impacted include Peach Orchard Road, Highway 48, Hairlake Road, and Beavers Road.

City officials say the estimated restoration time is approximately three hours.

Anyone with questions can contact the City of Summerville Maintenance Department at 706-859-0907.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – June 19, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, June 19, 2026:

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Juneteenth Brings Sunshine Before Stormier Pattern Returns

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After a mostly cloudy start to the Juneteenth holiday, skies will gradually clear across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this afternoon. Temperatures are expected to top out near 86 degrees, with light winds making for a comfortable day.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Strictly Skynyrd To Close Out Summerville’s Friday Night Concert Series

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Summerville’s Natural Gas Friday Night Concert Series wraps up tonight, Friday, June 19, with a free downtown concert featuring Strictly Skynyrd, a premier Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Juneteenth Celebrates Freedom And Marks A Pivotal Moment In American History

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Today, Friday, June 19, 2026, communities across the United States are observing Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that enslaved African Americans were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. The day is recognized as a time to reflect on freedom, history and the continuing pursuit of equality.

Locally, Chattooga County government offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. Municipal offices in Summerville, Trion, Lyerly and Menlo are also closed. Banks, post offices and many other government offices across the nation are not operating today.

However, Chattooga County officials remind residents that the Chattooga County Transfer Station and all county dumpsites will remain open and operate on their regular schedules throughout the holiday.

Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021 and is celebrated nationwide with educational events, community gatherings, cultural programs and opportunities to reflect on an important chapter in American history.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Police Investigating Theft Of Wheels And Tires From Vehicle

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The Summerville Police Department is investigating the theft of wheels and tires from a vehicle at a local auto dealership.

According to the incident report, the theft involved a white 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer located at a dealership property on Martin Street. The stolen property was listed as four wheels and tires removed from the vehicle.

Police documented the theft and advised the vehicle owner that the case would be turned over to investigators. Officers also indicated that extra patrols would be conducted in the area as the investigation continues.

No suspects had been identified at the time of the report, and the case remains under investigation by the Summerville Police Department.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Woman Arrested On Criminal Trespass Charge In Summerville

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A woman was arrested on a criminal trespass charge after allegedly returning to a property from which she had previously been banned, according to the Summerville Police Department.

Police identified the suspect as Sandy Waynette Wilson, 48, of Summerville.

According to the report, officers learned Wilson had been criminally trespassed from the property approximately 13 days earlier and was prohibited from being there. After confirming that information through dispatch, officers placed Wilson under arrest and transported her to the Chattooga County Jail.

The charge listed in the report is criminal trespass. The case was handled by the Summerville Police Department.