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September 9, 2026

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

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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.

September 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Rebecca Thomas To Be Honored For 30 Years Of Service With UGA Extension

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The University of Georgia Extension in Chattooga County will honor Rebecca Thomas later this month as she retires following 30 years of dedicated service to local youth, families and the community.

A retirement celebration for Thomas will be held Tuesday, September 29, from 1 until 5 PM at the Chattooga County Ag Center, located at 40 Middle School Road in Summerville.

Organizers are inviting friends, former and current 4-H members, families and community members to drop by during the afternoon for refreshments and fellowship while recognizing Thomas’s three decades of service.

During her career with UGA Extension, Thomas has been a familiar face to generations of Chattooga County residents, particularly through her work with Chattooga County 4-H. The retirement celebration will recognize what organizers describe as her extraordinary journey of leadership, compassion and unwavering commitment to the youth, families and communities she has served.

The celebration is open from 1 to 5 PM on September 29, allowing visitors to stop by throughout the afternoon to congratulate Thomas and wish her well in retirement.

August 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools Looking For Custodians

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The Chattooga County School System is looking to hire full-time and part-time custodians for positions at Leroy Massey Elementary School and Lyerly Elementary School.

At Leroy Massey Elementary, both full-time and part-time positions are available. The 208-day positions call for employees to work 9.25 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday. The full-time position is eligible for benefits including sick leave, vacation leave, retirement and insurance.

A part-time custodian is also needed at Lyerly Elementary School. That position is for 208 days and requires 4.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday. The Lyerly position is not eligible for benefits.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Duties include cleaning and maintaining school buildings and grounds.

Applications are available through the Chattooga County Board of Education Superintendent’s Office or through the school system’s website under District Services and Human Resources.

Completed applications should be submitted to Dawn Campbell, Human Resources Director, Chattooga County Board of Education, 33 Middle School Road in Summerville. Applicants will also be required to complete professional reference forms and authorization for a background check and fingerprinting.

For additional information, contact the Chattooga County Board of Education at 706-859-3043.

August 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – August 29, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, August 29, 2026:

August 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Property Tax Appeal Forms Available Saturday In Downtown Summerville

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Residents who still need to file a property tax appeal will have another opportunity to pick up a free appeal form Saturday morning in downtown Summerville.

Nancy Bishop says volunteers plan to be in front of the Chattooga County Commissioner’s Office near Jefferson’s Saturday morning and will remain there until at least noon, or until rain moves in.

Drivers are invited to slow down or stop to pick up a form, but organizers are asking everyone to be careful and considerate of other traffic in the area.

The deadline to file a property tax appeal is Monday, September 14.

Bishop also reminds residents that they do not have to complete all of their research before filing an appeal. She says if a property owner later determines that the value they asserted was too low, they can raise that amount, but they cannot lower the asserted value after the appeal is filed.

Residents may also designate an agent to represent or assist them during the appeal process. According to the post, that agent does not have to be a real estate or insurance professional and could be a friend, family member, business associate or hired professional.

Organizers hope to get additional clarification about the agent process during Monday night’s property tax class at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

Anyone who still needs an appeal form can stop by downtown Summerville Saturday morning.

August 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Housing Authority Seeking Administrative Assistant

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The Housing Authority of the City of Summerville is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant.

According to the job announcement, the Housing Authority is looking for a highly motivated, knowledgeable and qualified applicant for the position.

The Administrative Assistant will perform high-level administrative duties and should have demonstrated knowledge of multifamily housing management, accounts payable, payroll and general office management.

Applicants must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, be insurable and have no alcohol, drug-related or criminal record.

Applications may be picked up at the Housing Authority Office at 56 Ross Street in Summerville.

Applications will be accepted through September 4, 2026.

The Housing Authority of the City of Summerville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

August 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Red Cross Teams Up With Hello Kitty To Encourage September Blood Donations

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The American Red Cross is teaming up with Hello Kitty and Friends in September as part of a new effort to encourage blood and platelet donations and help keep the nation’s blood supply stable.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Council Meeting Set For Thursday

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The Town of Trion will hold its regular workshop and council meeting this Thursday, August 27.

According to Mayor Mickey D. McGraw, the workshop will begin at 6 PM in the Town Hall Conference Room.

The regular council meeting will follow shortly after the workshop concludes.

Residents with questions or comments about the meeting may contact Mayor McGraw or the Trion Town Hall office for additional information.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

City Of Summerville Seeking Bids For Recreation Center Restroom Renovation

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The City of Summerville is accepting sealed bids for a renovation project involving restroom and changing room facilities at the Summerville Recreation Department.

According to a Request for Bid issued by the city, the project will include renovations to the existing boys’ and girls’ restroom and changing room facilities at the recreation department, located at 220 Highway 100 in Summerville.

The project is listed as RFB-2026-137 – Rec Restroom Renovation.

Sealed bids will be accepted by the City of Summerville at 120 Georgia Avenue until 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Bids will then be opened publicly at 2 p.m. that day in the City Hall Council Room.

The city states that all submitted bids must remain valid for a period of 60 days and will be subject to the conditions outlined in the official bid documents.

Additional specifications and requirements for contractors are available through the official bid document posted by the City of Summerville.

August 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mohawk Honors Stephanie Dillard For 40 Years Of Service

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Mohawk Industries is celebrating a major career milestone for longtime employee Stephanie Dillard, who has marked 40 years of service with the company.