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July 16, 2026

Back to School Bash Happening Today at Chattooga High School

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The annual Back to School Bash is happening today, Thursday, July 16, from 4 until 6 p.m. at Chattooga High School.

Coordinator Maisha Ludy says organizers are ready to welcome students and families for an afternoon of free activities, food and back-to-school resources.

Students attending the event can receive free backpacks and school supplies. Free hot dogs and shaved ice will also be available, along with music provided by DJ Marty Mar.

Four local barbers will offer free simple haircuts, while Primary Health Care will provide school-required Form 3300 paperwork. High for Sight will also offer free vision screenings for children ages 8 through 18.

Organizers emphasize that children must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies.

The Back to School Bash is open to students who attend Chattooga County Schools and Trion City Schools.

Ludy thanked the community, volunteers and participating organizations for helping make the event possible as local students prepare for the beginning of another school year.

July 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Farmers Market Returns Today with Fresh Produce, Homemade Goods and Local Meats

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The Trion Farmers Market returns today, Thursday, July 16, offering shoppers another opportunity to purchase fresh, locally grown produce and handmade products from area vendors.

The market will be open at the pavilion near the track field off Simmons Street in Trion.

This week’s selection includes fresh tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and potatoes, along with locally raised beef and pork. Shoppers will also find homemade treats including brittle, no-bake cookies, Pecan Tessies, fried pies and sourdough starter.

A variety of canned and specialty items will also be available, including pickles, relish, salsa, jams and jellies, and pickled eggs. Vendors will also be offering handcrafted products such as pain cream, hair oil, bug spray, salves and tinctures. Ice cream will also be available.

The Trion Farmers Market is held each Thursday and provides residents an opportunity to support local farmers, bakers, artisans and small businesses while purchasing fresh products produced throughout the region.

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Back to School Bash Fully Stocked Ahead of Thursday Event

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Chattooga County Community Resource Center Director Maisha Ludy says the community has provided every item needed for this year’s Back to School Bash, several days before the event.

Ludy announced Monday that all requested school supplies and other needed items have been collected. She said that in six years of coordinating the event, the organization has never completed its supply collection this far in advance.

The annual Back to School Bash will be held Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Chattooga High School.

The event will include free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, community resources and other activities for local students and families.

Organizers remind parents and guardians that children must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies.

Ludy thanked residents, businesses and organizations across the county for their generosity and support, saying the early response reflects the strength of the Chattooga County community.