One of Chattooga County’s biggest summer traditions returns Thursday, July 2, as the City of Summerville hosts its annual Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks Show at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.
The City of Summerville is continuing work to improve how sludge from its wastewater treatment plant is handled, with officials reporting progress on a long-term solution.
The City of Summerville has received a $187,798.50 grant reimbursement for construction of a new soccer mini-pitch at the Fairgrounds property near Fairway Recreation.
The City of Summerville, with assistance from the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, successfully applied in 2025 for the GA 100 Initiative Project soccer mini-pitch grant. The project was funded through a $100,000 contribution from the Atlanta United Foundation’s GA 100 Initiative and $87,798.50 from the Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation.
The new 60-foot by 120-foot soccer mini-pitch will provide additional recreational opportunities for local youth and families while enhancing Summerville’s growing parks and recreation offerings.
Additional support for the Fairgrounds improvements included a $20,000 grant from the Menlo-Tillotson Foundation for new restroom facilities and a $10,000 contribution from Georgia Power for electrical upgrades at the site.
Future plans for the Fairgrounds property include adding a full-size soccer field and expanded parking to support continued growth in recreational programming and community events.
The City of Summerville is accepting applications for the position of full-time firefighter with the Summerville Fire Department.
The department is an ISO Class 3 rated combination fire department that provides fire prevention, emergency medical response, and public education services to the community.
City officials say they are looking for applicants who are ready to serve the public and help protect the Summerville community.
Applications may be completed online through the City of Summerville’s official job opportunities page. Paper applications are also available at Summerville City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue.
For more information, contact Human Resources Director Kim Tucker at 706-859-0900 or visit City Hall Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
The City of Summerville has approved a balanced budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year that includes no increases to property taxes or utility base rates.
The City of Summerville is currently accepting applications for several job openings in city government.
Current openings include a Building Inspector position in administration, a Customer Service Representative position in administration, and a Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker position with Summerville Utilities.
City officials say all listed positions are open until filled, meaning interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Applicants may review full job descriptions and apply online through the official City of Summerville Job Opportunities page. Applications may also be picked up in person at Summerville City Hall.
For more information about the application process, residents may contact Human Resources Director Kim Tucker at City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue in Summerville. The mailing address is P.O. Box 180, Summerville, Georgia 30747.
The Human Resources office may be reached by phone at 706-859-0900. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
City of Summerville employees could receive an additional paid holiday beginning in 2027 if the city council approves a proposal to recognize Juneteenth as an official city holiday.
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.
The Summerville City Council will hold a special called meeting this evening at 5 p.m. at Summerville City Hall.
The Summerville City Council will hold a special called meeting on Monday, June 15, at 5 p.m. at City Hall.
According to the meeting agenda, council members will consider several items of business, including authorizing Mayor Rickey Hughes to sign a UCBI financing resolution and approving Change Order No. 1 related to the city’s 2024 Community Development Block Grant project.
The primary item on the agenda is the second reading and adoption of the City of Summerville’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget ordinance. The budget consideration will include a public hearing, followed by discussion and possible action by the council.
The meeting will also include the mayor’s comments, approval of the agenda, public comments and adjournment.
Residents are encouraged to attend and participate in the public hearing regarding the proposed budget.