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April 26, 2026

Mohawk Industries To Host Hiring Event In Trion

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Mohawk Industries will host a hiring event later this week for positions at its Summerville facility.

April 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Burn Ban In Place As Georgia Wildfires Raise Concerns

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As wildfires continue to burn in parts of Georgia, local officials in Chattooga County are taking steps to reduce fire danger closer to home.

Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen put a countywide burn ban in place last Thursday at noon. The ban includes all outdoor burning and will remain in effect until May 1, 2026, when the Georgia EPD’s annual summer burn ban takes effect.

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division’s summer open burning ban runs from May 1 through September 30 and includes Chattooga County. The EPD says the ban is aimed at reducing air pollution during the summer ozone season.

The local ban comes as Georgia officials respond to major wildfire activity, especially in South Georgia. Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for 91 counties this week due to ongoing wildfires and extreme drought conditions.

Fire officials are urging residents to avoid outdoor burning, properly dispose of cigarettes, and use caution with anything that could spark a fire.

April 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Woman Arrested After Report Of Intoxicated Pedestrian In Summerville

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A woman was arrested after a Chattooga County deputy responded to a report of a possibly intoxicated pedestrian near McDonald’s in Summerville this past week.

According to a Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office report, Deputy Riley Reeves was dispatched around 6:35 p.m. on April 20th after a caller reported a woman stumbling near the roadway and appearing as though she might fall into traffic on Highway 27.

The deputy located 43-year-old Jessica Leeann Mobley along Highway 27 North. The report says Mobley appeared to have trouble keeping her balance, had slurred speech, and smelled of alcohol.

Mobley reportedly told the deputy she had consumed an alcoholic beverage before leaving the Red Roof Store in Trion and was walking toward Summerville.

She declined medical assistance multiple times and was arrested on a charge of pedestrian under the influence of alcohol or drugs. No contraband was found.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Showers And Storms Possible Across Northwest Georgia Into Next Week

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Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, is expected to see several days of unsettled weather as showers and thunderstorms move through the region over the coming week.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – April 25, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 25, 2026:

April 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – April 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 24, 2026:

April 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hazy Skies, Fire Danger Continue Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia As Rain Chances Increase

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Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia will continue to deal with hazy skies today as wildfire smoke drifts north from South Georgia and North Florida. The smoke may create milky-looking skies and could lead to reduced air quality in some areas, especially where winds remain lighter.

April 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hazy Skies And Fire Danger Raise Concerns Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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A stretch of hazy, dry, and unseasonably warm weather is gripping Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia, as wildfire smoke drifting north from South Georgia and Florida continues to impact air quality and visibility across the region.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High Softball To Host Youth Camp In June

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Young athletes in Chattooga County will have the opportunity to sharpen their softball skills this summer as Trion High School hosts its annual youth softball camp.

The camp is scheduled for June 1 and 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the J.W. Greenwood Athletic Complex at the Trion High School softball field. It is open to children ages 5 through 12.

Campers will receive instruction in fundamental skills including hitting, throwing, pitching, fielding, and baserunning. The cost is $30 per participant, which includes a camp T-shirt.

Participants are asked to bring a water bottle, bat, and glove. Organizers also note that the camp will be held rain or shine.

Registration is open now, and those who sign up by May 8 are guaranteed to receive a T-shirt.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Town Council To Hold Workshop And Regular Meeting Thursday

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The Town of Trion has announced an upcoming workshop and council meeting later this week.

According to Mayor Mickey McGraw, the meeting will take place Thursday, April 23rd in the Town Hall Conference Room. The workshop session is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m., with the regular council meeting to follow shortly after.

City officials say the meeting is open to the public, and anyone with questions or comments is encouraged to contact Trion Town Hall for additional information.