The Summerville Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle break-in on February 27 at a residence on McGinnis Circle.
The American Red Cross is urging donors to help the national blood supply recover from a severe shortage by making an appointment to give blood during March.
As an added thank-you during Red Cross Month, the Red Cross says successful blood, platelet, or plasma donations made March 1 through March 31, 2026 will come with two incentives: free A1C testing (one result per calendar year) and a $15 Amazon gift card delivered by email.
A Chattooga County man has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted by a jury on multiple felony charges involving a minor family member.
The Chickamauga Antique Tractor Club will host its annual Clyde Cox Memorial Antique Tractor Ride on Saturday, May 2, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, March 3, 2026:
Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are in for a cloudy and cooler stretch today and tonight (Tuesday, March 3, 2026) as a cool-air damming (CAD) wedge strengthens across the eastern side of the state. That setup is being driven by high pressure positioned off the Upper East Coast, funneling cool, moist easterly winds down the eastern seaboard and into Georgia. The result locally will be a gray, low-cloud kind of day, with low ceilings pressing into the region and holding temperatures down compared to what you’d normally expect this time of year.
Trion City Schools Hiring Student Advocacy Specialist; Applications Due March 6
WZQZ News — Trion City Schools is now accepting applications for a Student Advocacy Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year.
The district says the job is part-time, with a maximum of 20 hours per week, and the person hired will focus on helping identify and support students who may be struggling with mental or behavioral health concerns.
The Pride of Trion Marching Band is reminding the community that there’s only one week left to register for the Miss Trion Pageant or sign on as an event sponsor.
Organizers say the registration and sponsorship deadline is Friday, March 6, and the pageant will be held Saturday, March 14.
Registration is available online through the Trion High School Band Boosters website. Paper registration forms are also available in the school office and can be turned in at the office with payment.
In addition to contestants, organizers say they are still seeking sponsors to help make the event a success, with sponsorship options available online.
The 2026 Georgia Athletic Directors Association (GADA) Conference wrapped up in Athens, Georgia — the “Classic City” — after a multi-day gathering held from February 27 through March 2, 2026.
The annual conference is the largest statewide event for athletic administrators, bringing together school leaders from across Georgia for networking, professional development, and recognition of excellence in athletic programs — including honors such as Athletic Director of the Year awards.
Among this year’s recipients, Trion City Schools Athletic Director Jason Lanham was recognized as Athletic Director of the Year for Region 7A–DII, representing Northwest Georgia on the statewide stage.
Lanham credited the Trion community for the honor, saying he is “extremely grateful” to be supported by his school system, administrators, coaches, athletes, and students — emphasizing the team effort behind successful athletic programs.
The City of Summerville is now accepting sealed bids for the construction and installation of an Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion, with a submission deadline set for 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Bids must be delivered to City of Summerville, 120 Georgia Ave., Summerville, GA 30747 by the deadline. City officials emphasize that late bids will not be accepted or considered, and the city will not be responsible for delays caused by the postal service, carriers, or other delivery issues.
Bids will be opened publicly at 2:00 p.m. on March 6 in the City Hall Council Room, and the contents will be made public for interested respondents and others properly involved. Officials note the bid will not be awarded immediately, allowing designated city officials time to review submissions.
All bids must remain valid for 60 business days and are subject to the conditions outlined in the bid document.
To be considered, submissions must be in sealed envelopes with “RFB-2026-120-Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion” clearly marked on the outside for identification.