Chattooga County is currently accepting applications for two employment opportunities, including positions with the county’s Water Department and Sanitation Department.
A community food distribution event will take place Monday, October 19, in Summerville, giving eligible residents an opportunity to receive free groceries.
The event is being hosted by the Chattooga Area Food Bank and will take place from 3 PM until 5 PM at the Summerville Parks and Recreation Department, located at 220 Highway 100 in Summerville.
Eligible residents will receive a variety of grocery items, including pantry staples, fresh produce, frozen foods and other items as supplies allow.
The distribution will be conducted drive-thru style, with volunteers loading groceries directly into recipients’ vehicles. No reservations or deliveries will be available.
Organizers say the event will end once all available food has been distributed. Residents are encouraged to arrive early, as supplies are limited.
The food giveaway is part of ongoing efforts by the Chattooga Area Food Bank to assist local families and individuals facing food insecurity.
A former U.S. Air Force Thunderbird pilot who went on to become a SpaceX astronaut will share his experiences during a special lecture at Berry College in Rome later this month.
Chattooga County voters have an opportunity to cast their ballots today, Saturday, October 17, as the first weekend of early voting gets underway ahead of the November 3 General Election.
Tickets are still available for the popular Summerville Santa Special train rides, scheduled for November and December.
Sports card collectors and trading card game enthusiasts will have an opportunity to come together next month for Trion Card Night, scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
The event will take place from 4 PM until 8 PM at the Trion Recreation Department, located at 90 Dalton Street in Trion.
The evening will feature a variety of collectible cards, including baseball, football and basketball cards. Trading card game enthusiasts can also enjoy Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering cards.
The event offers an opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts to meet others who share their interests, explore different types of cards and connect with the local collecting community.
Tables are available for reservation for those interested in participating. Anyone wishing to reserve a table or obtain additional information can contact Alex at (706) 584-0567.
The event is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, from 4 PM to 8 PM at the Trion Recreation Department.
The 13th Annual Sequoyah Quilt Show is taking place this weekend at the historic Summerville Depot, offering visitors an opportunity to see beautiful handmade quilts, watch live demonstrations and enjoy the work of talented quilters.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, October 16, 2026:
Motorists traveling to the Atlanta area this weekend should prepare for significant traffic delays as the Georgia Department of Transportation plans to close a section of Interstate 285 in both directions beginning tonight.
Both Chattooga County high school football teams are back in action tonight, Friday, October 16, with the Chattooga Indians returning to the Little Big Horn in Summerville and the Trion Bulldogs traveling to Bowdon for a region showdown.