The Coosa River Basin Initiative’s Swim Guide will return for the summer season beginning Memorial Day weekend.
The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is gearing up for its 2026 Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth A Story,” with activities planned across Northwest Georgia — including special events at the Chattooga and Trion libraries.
Brinley Alexandria Corbin’s dream became a reality Saturday as the Town of Trion officially opened a new dog park inspired by her love for animals and her community.
Family, friends and community members gathered at the Track Field for the dog park opening, where Mayor Mickey McGraw and the Trion Town Council welcomed those in attendance. The park now stands as a lasting tribute to Brinley, who loved her pups, her hometown and the people around her.
Earlier in the day, loved ones also gathered at Hurley Park for a bench dedication in Brinley’s memory. The bench was purchased by several teacher friends of Brinley’s mother, Staci, as a way to honor both Brinley’s life and the love surrounding her family.
Brinley was 26 years old when she passed away on April 9, 2025. On Saturday, the community made it clear that she has not been forgotten.
The new dog park includes separate areas for larger and smaller dogs. Residents are encouraged to bring their pups, enjoy the new community space and remember Brinley’s legacy through kindness, love and community spirit.
The Sara Hightower Regional Library System will host another “Makerspace Monday” event on Monday, May 18, at the Chattooga County Library in Summerville.
The event will take place from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the library located at 360 Farrar Drive.
Participants can sign up for time to use equipment including Cricut machines, 3-D printers, a large-format printer and a laser engraver. Organizers say materials are available for purchase, or participants may bring their own supplies.
Registration is required to participate. Those interested can call 706-857-2553 or stop by the library circulation desk for more information.
The Town of Trion will officially celebrate the opening of its new dog park today with a special ceremony at the Track Field Pavilion adjoining Simmons Street.
The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11 AM.
Town officials say the project was inspired by the late Brinley A. Corbin, whose dream of a community dog park has now become a reality.
Mayor Mickey McGraw and members of the Trion Town Council are inviting residents and visitors from across the area to attend the celebration and bring their dogs.
All are residents are invited to enjoy a free hot meal today during the Grateful Saturday Blessings event at Summerville First Baptist Church.
The meal will be served from 11 AM until 1 PM at the church located at 125 Georgia Avenue in Summerville.
Today’s menu includes spaghetti, corn and garlic bread, along with desserts.
The meal is available to anyone in the community.
Organizers say Grateful Saturday Blessings will pause for the summer and resume in August 2026.
An upcoming online event focused on self-advocacy and personal empowerment is set for Tuesday, May 20 at 1 p.m. through Zoom.
The program encourages participants to “speak up, be heard, and make a difference” by learning skills related to self-expression, confidence, decision-making, and community support.
According to event organizers, the self-advocacy session will focus on helping individuals better understand how to express their thoughts, needs, and personal boundaries while building confidence in everyday situations.
Topics highlighted for the event include:
- Knowing your voice and learning how to communicate your needs
- Building confidence to speak up in everyday life
- Making choices that are right for you
- Connecting with others in a supportive community environment
The virtual meeting will be held through Zoom on May 20 beginning at 1 p.m. Organizers say the event is designed to encourage participants to be bold, be themselves, and be heard.
The Zoom meeting link listed on the promotional flyer is:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89901085584
The Chattooga County Democratic Party will hold a meeting on June 15 at 6 p.m. at the Chattooga County Agriculture Center, where members will elect new state delegates and a post seat holder.
Post seat holders serve as the formal governing body of the county party. They are responsible for voting on key committee business, including bylaws changes, budgets, and expenditures. Those elected to these positions serve four-year terms and are expected to be active volunteers within the party.
In addition to selecting a post seat holder, the party will also elect two delegates and one alternate to represent Chattooga County at the 2026 Democratic Party of Georgia State Convention. The convention is scheduled to take place August 1 in Savannah.
Party officials say the elections are open to the public. Anyone interested in becoming a post seat holder, convention delegate, or alternate is encouraged to reach out to the Chattooga County Democratic Party by email at Chattooga.democrats@gmail.com.
The Summerville City Council approved several agenda items during Monday night’s meeting, including equipment purchases, lease agreements, firefighter funding, and policy changes.
Threads With Purpose will host a Women’s Clothing Swap on Saturday, May 16, at the Summerville Civic Center, giving local women an opportunity to refresh their wardrobes while supporting the community.
Organizers say the event is designed to help women in all walks of life, including mothers needing clothes, individuals going through difficult seasons, or anyone simply looking to update their wardrobe. Participants are encouraged to clean out their closets, donate gently used clothing, and shop for new items during the event.
The clothing swap will run from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the Summerville Civic Center. A $10 donation fee will be collected, with all proceeds and leftover clothing benefiting the Chattooga Resource Center.
Anyone interested in donating clothing ahead of the event can contact Meagan RuBright at 706-844-8714.