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October 1, 2026

Sum Nelly Vendors Start Petition Asking For Festival To Be Postponed

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Some vendors scheduled to participate in this weekend’s 52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival have started an online petition asking Summerville Parks and Recreation to postpone the event because of concerns about anticipated rain and the possibility of flooding.

October 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Soul Food Scholar And James Beard Award Winner To Speak At Berry College

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A nationally recognized author and scholar of Southern food history will speak at Berry College next week in an event that is open to the public.

September 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sum Nelly Festival Moving To East Washington Street, Hours Shortened Due To Weather Concerns

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The 52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival is still on for Saturday, October 3, but organizers are making several significant changes because of anticipated weather conditions.

September 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Busy Saturday Ahead With Three Major Events Across Chattooga County

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Chattooga County residents will have plenty of choices for getting out of the house Saturday, with three community events offering everything from fishing and wildlife programs to antique tractors and a hometown celebration.

September 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Plenty To Do Around Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia This Weekend

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The final weekend of September brings several events to Chattooga County, with antique farm equipment, outdoor activities and a community celebration all scheduled for Saturday. There are also several larger events just down the road in Floyd County.

September 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival Returns To Summerville October 3

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One of Chattooga County’s longest-running fall traditions returns next month as the 52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival takes over Dowdy Park on Saturday, October 3, from 9 AM until 7 PM.

September 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Outdoor Adventure Day Coming To Sloppy Floyd State Park Saturday

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Families are invited to spend a day outdoors at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park this Saturday, September 26, during the park’s Outdoor Adventure Day.

The event runs from 10 AM until 4 PM and will feature activities for both children and adults.

One of the highlights will be a Kids Fishing Rodeo, with 50 tagged fish offering chances to win prizes. Young visitors can also take part in archery instruction led by park staff.

The day will include several wildlife programs, including a snake show presented by Southeastern Reptile Rescue, a turtle show from Greg’s Turtle Haven, and a birds of prey program presented by Wings to SOAR.

Food will be available for purchase from food trucks, and the Friends of Sloppy Floyd State Park will have special “Rodeo Catfish” T-shirts available for purchase.

Outdoor Adventure Day is being presented by the Friends of Sloppy Floyd State Park. A $10 parking pass per vehicle is required.

The park is located at 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Road near Summerville.

September 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Busy Saturday Ahead In Chattooga County And Across Northwest Georgia

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Saturday will be a busy day across Chattooga County and the surrounding area, with Finster Fest, a community food distribution, activities at Sloppy Floyd State Park, a special Trion High School event, and several events just a short drive away.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Antique Tractor & Small Engine Show Coming To Summerville Train Depot

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A celebration of rural American history and the evolution of farming technology is coming to downtown Summerville later this month.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Fair Attendance Climbs In 2026

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Attendance at the 2026 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair last month increased over last year, with more than 7,000 people attending the four-day event despite hot weather throughout much of the weekend.