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May 2, 2026

Friday Night Concert Series Returns to Downtown Summerville May 15

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Live music is coming back to downtown Summerville as the Friday Night Concert Series continues on May 15.

The concert will take place in the East Washington Street Entertainment District, featuring the 1st Generation Band as the headlining act.

Music begins with a local opening act at 7:00 PM, followed by the main performance from 7:30 to 9:30 PM.

The event is sponsored by the City of Summerville Main Street, and organizers encourage the community to come out and enjoy an evening of live entertainment, food, and fun in the heart of downtown.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hurley Community Development Center Earns Michael L. Starr Award

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A major preservation project in Summerville has received one of Georgia’s top historic preservation honors.

April 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Concert Tonight In Downtown Summerville

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The City of Summerville and Summerville Main Street are inviting the community out tonight for another evening of live music as the Summerville Natural Gas Friday Night Concert Series kicks off in downtown Summerville.

Tonight’s featured act is Pink Houses, a John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band, performing from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. along East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.

A local opening act will take the stage at 7 p.m., kicking off a full night of entertainment in the city’s Entertainment District.

Organizers encourage everyone to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere filled with music and community spirit.

The event is free and open to the public.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Friday Night Concert Returns To Downtown Summerville April 24

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The City of Summerville is inviting the community out for an evening of live music as the Natural Gas Friday Night Concert series continues on April 24.

This week’s featured performance will showcase Pink Houses, a John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band, taking the stage from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will take place along East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.

An opening local act will kick things off at 7 p.m., setting the stage for a full night of entertainment in the city’s Entertainment District streetscape.

Organizers encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere filled with great music and community spirit.

The concert is free and open to the public.

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Pink Houses Tribute Band Headlines Summerville Friday Night Concert Series April 24

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The City of Summerville is inviting the community out for another night of live music as the Friday Night Concert Series continues on April 24.

The featured performance will be Pink Houses, a John Mellencamp tribute band, taking the stage from 7:30 to 9:30 PM in the East Washington Street Entertainment District. An opening local act will begin at 7 PM.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of great music in downtown Summerville. The event is sponsored by the City of Summerville Main Street.

April 10, 2026

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Community Connect Day Planned For May 30 At Summerville Train Depot

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A community-wide event designed to connect residents with local organizations, businesses, and services is set for Saturday, May 30, in downtown Summerville.

March 26, 2026

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Hurley Community Development Center to Celebrate Grand Opening in Summerville

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The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce will host a grand opening and open house for the newly renovated Hurley Community Development Center on Thursday, April 2, from 5 PM to 7 PM. The event will take place at 10050 Commerce Street in downtown Summerville.

The updated facility is designed to serve as a hub for corporate events, training sessions, and private meetings. Chamber officials say the move to this central downtown location will allow them to better support local businesses and provide information to visitors.

A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held shortly after 5 PM, and the doors will remain open until 7 PM. Refreshments will be provided, and the public is invited to attend and tour the facility.

March 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Bypass Moves Closer to Reality as Demolition Begins

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After decades of discussion, the Summerville bypass is taking a visible step forward as demolition begins and early work gets underway.

March 23, 2026

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Summerville Friday Night Concert Series Returns with Free Live Music

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The Summerville Natural Gas Friday Night Concert Series is set to return this spring and summer, bringing free live music to downtown Summerville’s East Washington Street Entertainment District.

The concert lineup kicks off April 24 at 7 p.m. with Pink Houses, followed by the 1st Generation Band on May 15, and Strictly Skynyrd on June 19. Each performance will begin at 7 p.m. on the outdoor stage, offering a mix of classic rock, soul, and Southern favorites for music fans of all ages.

Hosted in the heart of downtown and sponsored by Summerville Main Street, the series is designed to bring the community together for evenings of entertainment, food, and local shopping. Organizers encourage residents and visitors to come out, enjoy the atmosphere, and support local businesses during each event.

March 20, 2026

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Parking Striping Planned Along Commerce Street in Summerville

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The City of Summerville is alerting residents and visitors to planned parking striping work along Commerce Street in the downtown area this weekend.

City officials say crews will be working throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday, and sections of parking along Commerce Street may be temporarily blocked off to allow for the striping to be completed.

Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and use caution when traveling through downtown, as well as to be mindful of any posted signage or barricades in place during the work.

The city is asking for the public’s patience as the project is completed, noting the improvements will help enhance parking organization and overall traffic flow in the downtown area.