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May 7, 2026

Trion High School Senior In ICE Custody Following Traffic Stop

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A Trion High School senior who was expected to graduate in just a few weeks is now in ICE custody following a traffic stop in Walker County.

May 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

JBar Manufacturing Hiring In Trion For Fabrication And Welding Positions

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JBar Manufacturing in Trion is now hiring and looking to add new team members to its workforce.

The family-owned company, which has been in operation since 1972, is currently hiring for fabrication and welding positions.

Applications are being accepted in person at the company’s location at 17877 Highway 27 North in Trion. Application hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The work schedule for these positions is also Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

JBar encourages applicants to “join our team and build the future,” emphasizing strong teamwork and quality craftsmanship.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Blood Drive Scheduled In Trion On May 15

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A community blood drive is set for Friday, May 15 at Atrium Health Floyd–Chattooga ER, located at 13583 Highway 27 in Trion.

The drive will take place from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., and organizers say just one donation can help save up to three lives.

Those who donate between May 1st and May 15th will also be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card as part of the Blood Assurance “Local Hero” promotion.

Appointments can be scheduled online at bloodassurance.org/chattoogaer.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Outdoor Burning Ban Now In Effect Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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An annual outdoor burning ban is now in effect across Chattooga County and much of north and central Georgia.

May 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – May 5, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, May 5, 2026:

May 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Storm Chances Increase Midweek Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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After a quiet start to the week, weather conditions are beginning to change across Chattooga County and northwest Georgia.

May 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – May 4, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, May 4, 2026:

May 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Strong Storms Possible Midweek Across Northwest Georgia

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Northwest Georgia will see a stretch of warm, quiet weather to start the week, but conditions are expected to change by midweek as a storm system moves into the region.

May 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Homeschool Group Hosting Lunch Fundraiser

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All God’s Children Homeschool Group is hosting a preorder lunch fundraiser for the Summerville and Trion communities.

Organizers will deliver premade lunches on Wednesday, May 6 at 12 PM. Each $5 meal includes a hotdog, chips, a cookie, and a bottle of water, with the option to add an extra hotdog for $1.

The group is encouraging local businesses and residents to participate, with delivery available to make it convenient for workplaces and organizations.

All orders must be placed by Monday, May 4 to allow time for preparation.

Payment can be made through Venmo, Cash App, or cash at delivery. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go toward supporting the homeschool group and its activities.

May 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Cool Start To The Week Across Chattooga County And Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to a noticeably cooler start to the week, with temperatures running 5 to 10 degrees below normal for early May.