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June 9, 2026

Chattooga Athletic Booster Club Golf Tournament Set for June 20

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The Chattooga Athletic Booster Club is gearing up for its fifth annual golf tournament, with proceeds benefiting athletic programs at Chattooga High School.

The tournament is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, at the Trion Golf Course. The event will feature a four-man scramble format with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m.

Registration is $320 per team, and Mulligans will be available for purchase separately.

Participants will enjoy lunch, compete for cash prizes, and have an opportunity to win a pellet grill through a raffle that will be available during registration.

Local businesses and community supporters can also help support Chattooga High School athletics by purchasing $100 hole sponsorships.

Organizers say proceeds from the tournament will go directly toward supporting athletic programs at Chattooga High School.

June 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Spark Day Event Planned for June 27 at Dowdy Park

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A special community event focused on supporting individuals with special needs and connecting families with valuable resources is coming to Summerville later this month.

Spark Day will be held on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Dowdy Park.

Organizers say the event is designed to bring together the special needs community, local service providers, entrepreneurs, and families for a day of fun, fellowship, and information sharing.

Activities will include a foam party, free food, vendors, and opportunities to learn about available medical, respite, and community services. Attendees will also have the chance to meet special-needs entrepreneurs and browse a variety of vendor offerings.

According to promotional materials, free nachos will be available, and visitors can enjoy art, baked goods, coffee, jewelry, T-shirts, and a community resource meet-and-greet.

Organizers encourage families, caregivers, and community members to attend and show their support while learning more about resources available for individuals with special needs in the region.

June 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga River Fest Returns To Trion June 13

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The Chattooga River Group will host its 5th Annual Chattooga River Fest on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Trion Recreation Area in Trion. The event will run from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and is free for the public to attend.

Presented by the Family Crisis Center, the festival celebrates the Chattooga River and outdoor recreation while offering a full day of family-friendly activities, entertainment, food, and educational opportunities.

Festival highlights include a free family-friendly kayak paddle on the river, a free KidZone, an open mic stage, a cornhole tournament, educational demonstrations and talks, exhibitors, and a variety of festival food vendors. Visitors will also have opportunities to purchase kayak raffle tickets and event merchandise at the Chattooga River Group tent.

Live music will cap off the day as The Band Chickamauga takes the stage from 4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

The event will be held at the Trion Recreation Area, located at the corner of Park Avenue and Dalton Street. Those using GPS should use 90 Dalton Street, Trion, GA 30753. Organizers say both parking and admission are free.

Registration and fees are required for those wishing to participate in the cornhole tournament or as festival vendors.

Additional information is available at ChattoogaRiverGroup.org and on the Chattooga River Group Facebook page.

May 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – May 30, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, May 30, 2026:

May 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – May 30, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, May 29, 2026:

May 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Arrested On DUI Charge In Rome

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A Summerville man was arrested by the Georgia State Patrol over the weekend on a charge of driving under the influence.

According to Floyd County Jail records, 34-year-old Kevante Lamar Baldwin of Turner Street in Summerville was taken into custody Saturday following a traffic stop in the area of North Second Avenue and West Third Street in Rome.

Arrest reports indicate Baldwin was charged with DUI after authorities determined he was over the legal limit for alcohol.

Baldwin was later released from custody after posting bond.

May 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Bethlehem, Georgia Man Arrested In Rome On Obscene Internet Contact Charges

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A 54-year-old Bethlehem, Georgia man was arrested in Rome after investigators say he sent obscene photos and messages to an undercover officer posing as a 14-year-old female.

According to reports, Kenneth Stephens Ray allegedly communicated with the undercover officer by text message on April 28 and April 29, 2026, believing he was speaking with a minor. Authorities say the messages included obscene images and sexually explicit comments.

Ray is charged with two counts of furnishing obscene materials to a minor and one count of obscene internet contact with a minor.

May 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – May 23, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, May 23, 2026:

May 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Teloga Community Food Drive Happening Today

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A free community food distribution will be held today at Beersheba Presbyterian Church in Teloga.

The Teloga Community Food Drive will take place from 10 a.m. until noon, or until supplies run out, at the church located at 9977 Highway 337 in Summerville.

Organizers say no ID is required, but ask residents not to line up before 9:30 a.m.

Volunteers are also needed to help support the event and assist with distribution efforts.

The event is sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation and Helping Hands.

May 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Happening Today: Summerville Welcomes Return Of 4501 Steam Engine

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Summerville will celebrate the return of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s 4501 steam engine to the Historic Summerville Depot today with May Market & Melodies.

The event will be held from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Summerville Depot and will feature food vendors, craft vendors, live bluegrass, country and gospel music, and free admission.

The Summerville Turntable will also be in operation, turning the iconic 4501 steam engine for the first time in 2026. The locomotive is returning in classic Southern Railway green and gold passenger livery as TVRM celebrates its 65th anniversary and the engine’s 115th birthday.

Visitors can enjoy the market inside and outside the depot, with food options including jams and jellies, fried pies, corndogs, pizza, specialty breads, barbecue, homemade lemonade and more.

Suggested parking is in Downtown Summerville. Train excursion tickets are available through the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum at www.tvrail.com.