Arrest Report – Wednesday – September 9, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, September 9, 2026:

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Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation Accepting 2026 Grant Applications

The Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle, continuing a program that has provided more than $8.4 million for projects benefiting Menlo, Chattooga County and surrounding areas over the past two decades.

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Trion Council Approves $5-Per-Hour Pay Increase For Firefighters

The Trion Town Council has approved a significant pay increase for firefighters, a move aimed at improving compensation and helping retain fire personnel.

During the council’s August 27 meeting, Mayor Mickey McGraw made a motion to increase firefighter pay by $5 per hour. The motion was seconded and received unanimous approval from the council.

Under an ongoing cost-sharing arrangement between the town and Mount Vernon Mills, the company will pay half of the increase, or $2.50 per hour.

The increase represents an effort by town officials to improve compensation for the firefighters who provide emergency response and fire protection services to the Trion community.

The unanimous vote puts the higher hourly pay in place with the cost of the increase shared equally between the Town of Trion and Mount Vernon Mills.

Arrest Report – Tuesday – September 8, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, September 8, 2026:

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Chattooga County Home Sales Increase In August As Prices Move Lower

The number of homes sold in Chattooga County increased during August compared with the same month last year, while average and median sale prices moved lower.

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Groundbreaking Set For New Chattooga Ridge Apartment Development Near Trion

A new housing development near Trion will officially move into the construction phase this week, with a groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, September 9 at 11 AM for Chattooga Ridge, a new apartment community planned for families.

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Lyerly Elementary Golf Fundraiser Coming Up Saturday

Lyerly Elementary School is reminding area golfers and community supporters about a fundraising golf tournament coming up this Saturday, September 12, to help support the school’s eighth-grade trip.

The Study Cade Golf Tournament Fundraiser will be held at Little Mole Run Golf Course in Mentone, Alabama. The tournament begins at 9 AM Eastern Time — 8 AM Central Time.

With the tournament now less than a week away, individuals and businesses can still support the fundraiser by registering to play or sponsoring a hole.

Those interested in participating or becoming a sponsor should contact Zach White at zwhite@chattooga.k12.ga.us. Payments can be made at Lyerly Elementary School or mailed to 150 Oak Hill Road, Lyerly, GA 30730.

Little Mole Run Golf Course is located at 741 County Road 647 in Mentone.

Proceeds from Saturday’s tournament will help Lyerly Elementary students with expenses associated with their upcoming eighth-grade trip. Organizers are encouraging golfers, local businesses and other community members to participate and help support the students

Arrest Report – Sunday – September 6, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, September 6, 2026:

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Summerville Council Backs UGA PROPEL Rural Economic Development Program

The City of Summerville has formally expressed its support for the PROPEL Program, a University of Georgia initiative designed to help rural communities develop strategies for long-term economic growth and stability.

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Arrest Report – Saturday – September 5, 2026

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 5, 2026:

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