Chattooga County officials say dump sites and the transfer station will remain open and operate on their regular schedules during the Memorial Day holiday.
Transit services, county departments, and administrative offices will be closed for the holiday and will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday.
For emergencies or work requiring crew dispatch, residents should call 911.
County officials also said they honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation.
The Town of Trion has announced several department closures for Memorial Day.
The Town of Trion Business Office, Gas Department, Maintenance Department, and Recreation Department will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.
Garbage normally picked up on Monday will instead be picked up on Tuesday, May 26. All other garbage pickup days will remain on a regular schedule.
For emergency calls involving the Gas Department or Police Department, residents should call 911, and dispatchers will contact the proper personnel.
Election Day for the May 19, 2026 General Primary and Nonpartisan General Election is tomorrow in Chattooga County.
Polls will be open Tuesday from 7 AM until 7 PM. Voters are reminded that they must go to their assigned Election Day polling location, not the Registrars Office.
According to the Chattooga County Board of Elections, 1,301 ballots were cast during Advance Voting, which has now ended.
As of Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 AM, 53 absentee by mail ballots had been issued. Of those, 42 had been accepted and 11 remained outstanding. The deadline to submit an application for an absentee by mail ballot has passed.
Voters will be required to show a government-issued photo ID when checking in to vote. Those voting in person will also be asked to select a Democratic, Republican, or Nonpartisan ballot.
The City of Summerville has announced a temporary closure on Highland Avenue due to an ongoing sewer project.
Highland Avenue will be closed to through traffic from Monday, May 11th through Friday, May 15th, between East First Avenue and Sixth Avenue. The closure will be in effect daily from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM.
Residents and businesses within the closure area will still have access to their properties, but minor delays should be expected.
Motorists are advised to use Highway 27 northbound and southbound as the primary alternate route during the closure.
Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen is currently accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a new truck, according to a recent request for bids notice.
Officials are seeking a 2026 or newer Ford F-150 4×4 Crew Cab XLT or equivalent, with specific equipment and performance requirements outlined in the bid documents. The vehicle will be used for county operations and must meet detailed specifications, including engine size, transmission, and additional features.
Bids must be submitted to the Chattooga County Commissioner’s Office, located at 10102 Commerce Street in Summerville, by 5 p.m. on May 7.
All bids must be clearly marked and include required documentation such as total cost, vehicle specifications, and estimated delivery date.
The bids will be publicly opened at 10 a.m. on May 8, 2026.
County officials note they reserve the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
The City of Summerville is accepting sealed bids for the construction and installation of an outdoor basketball court clear-span pavilion.
Bids will be received at Summerville City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue, until 10:00 AM on May 22, 2026. Bids will be opened the same day at 10:00 AM in the City Hall Council Room.
The project is listed as RFB-2026-123 Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion. All bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes with the project name clearly marked on the outside.
City officials say bids must remain valid for 60 business days, and late submissions will not be accepted. The bid will not be awarded until designated city officials have had time to review each submission.
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The Town of Trion water system is reminding its customers that the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has issued a statewide Level 1 drought response as dry conditions continue to impact much of Georgia, including Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.
The City of Summerville is now accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a new mini excavator.
According to an official Request for Bid, submissions will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on May 6, 2026, at Summerville City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue. Bids will be opened publicly at that time in the Council Room.
Officials say all bids must remain valid for 60 business days and must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “RFB-2026-125-New Mini Excavator.” Any bids received after the deadline will not be considered.
City leaders note they are not responsible for delays caused by postal or delivery services. The contract will be awarded after city officials have had time to review all submissions.
Those interested can find the full bid document on the City of Summerville’s official website.
Residents in the Teloga area are being advised of possible temporary low water pressure this evening as the Teloga Volunteer Fire Department conducts scheduled fire hydrant testing.
Testing is planned for this evening (Monday, April 20, 2026) from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Officials say water customers may notice a drop in pressure during that time, but normal service is expected to resume by 8:00 p.m.
The testing is part of routine efforts to help ensure fire hydrants are working properly and ready when needed.
Residents are asked for their patience and understanding during the testing period.
The Walker County Tax Commissioner’s Office in Rock Spring will remain closed to the public through Thursday, April 23, following water damage caused by a burst pipe.
County officials say the Rossville office, located at 2012 McFarland Gap Road, will be open with extended hours to help serve residents while the Rock Spring location is closed.
The Rossville office will operate from 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and officials say six fully staffed service windows will be available to accommodate the public.
Residents needing tax office services are encouraged to visit the Rossville location until the Rock Spring office reopens.
