Hydrant Flushing Underway In Summerville Through Wednesday

The City of Summerville Fire Department is conducting hydrant flushing across parts of the city on April 7 and 8 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

The work is focused on West Summerville, including the Highway 48 area, Smallen Road, and Fish Hatchery Road.

During the flushing process, residents may notice brief periods of discolored water. City officials say this is normal and safe. If discoloration occurs, simply run your tap for a few minutes until the water clears.

Fire department crews will be performing routine maintenance on hydrants, including lubrication, flushing, and function checks to ensure the system is working properly.

Officials say the work is essential to keeping the community safe and prepared.

City Of Summerville To Close For Good Friday Holiday

The City of Summerville has announced that City Hall and all administrative offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of Good Friday.

Officials say emergency services, including police and fire departments, will remain fully operational. Residents are reminded to call 911 in the event of an emergency.

Public Works and Summerville Utilities will be on call for emergency situations, with assistance also coordinated through 911 if needed.

Utility payments can still be made during the closure through the city’s online payment portal or by using the secure drop box located at City Hall.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, April 6, at 8:00 a.m.

City leaders wish residents a safe and pleasant holiday weekend.

Chattooga County Government Offices To Close April 3 For Good Friday

All Chattooga County Government offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of Good Friday.

County officials also say Chattooga County Transit will be closed, meaning no buses will be operating that day.

However, the Transfer Station and remote dump sites will remain open.

Normal county operations will resume on Monday, April 6, 2026.

In a statement, county officials thanked the public for their understanding and wished residents a meaningful and peaceful holiday.

Town Of Trion Announces Good Friday Closures And Garbage Pickup Change

The Town of Trion has announced that the Business Office, Maintenance Department, and Gas Department will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the Good Friday Easter holiday.

Officials also say that garbage normally collected on Friday will instead be picked up on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

In addition, the Trion Recreation Center will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, and Saturday, April 4, 2026.

For emergency calls involving gas service or the Trion Police Department, residents are asked to call 911, and emergency dispatchers will contact the proper personnel.

Mobile Home Taxes Due April 1 In Chattooga County; Late Fees Waived Until April 2

Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is reminding local property owners that mobile home taxes are due April 1st.

However,  the Chattooga County Tax Commissioner’s Office will be closed WEDNESDAY for the installation of a new server. Due to that closure, late fees will be waived until Thursday, April 2nd.

Hampton also reminds residents that homestead exemptions should be filed by April 1st in the Property Assessor’s Office, which is located in the Chattooga County Courthouse Annex across the hall from the tax office.

Unlike the tax office, the Property Assessor’s Office will be open on Wednesday.

Officials note that the Property Assessor’s Office does not accept payments or renew vehicle tags.

Residents with mobile home tax business are encouraged to plan accordingly.

Walker County Board of Commissioners Called Meeting

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called work session Tuesday, March 24 at 4:30 p.m. in the conference room of the County Administration Building (Courthouse Annex I), 101 S Duke Street in LaFayette. The purpose of the work session is to review current revenue and expenses in the FY2026 budget. This work session is open to the public

Parking Striping Planned Along Commerce Street in Summerville

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.

Chattooga County Seeking Bids For Pole Barns And Sheriff’s Office Roof Project

Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen is seeking sealed bids for two separate construction projects, including new pole barn buildings for the county’s Public Works Department and a roof replacement at the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

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Chattooga BOE Seeking Quotes For High School Lawn Care Service

The Chattooga County Board of Education is seeking quotes from service providers for lawn care services at Chattooga County High School.

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Chattooga County Tax Books Now Open For 2026 Returns

The Chattooga County Tax Assessor’s Office has announced that the tax books are now open for the return of 2026 state and county taxes, with property owners required to make their return on or before April 1, 2026.

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