Georgia DNR Career Academy Applications Due Monday For High School Students

High school students in Chattooga County interested in careers involving wildlife, conservation and natural resources have until Monday, November 16, to apply for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ 2027 Career Academy.

The program offers rising high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to explore careers with the Georgia DNR through hands-on activities and experiences with department personnel.

Participants learn about the work performed by wildlife biologists, conservation rangers and other professionals involved in protecting Georgia’s natural resources.

The Career Academy is designed to introduce students to the variety of jobs available within the department, including wildlife management, law enforcement, environmental protection and outdoor recreation.

Students attending Chattooga High School, Trion High School and other area schools who are interested in conservation-related careers are encouraged to review the application requirements before Monday’s deadline.

Additional information and application instructions are available through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources website at gadnr.org.

Trion Basketball Teams Open Regular Season Saturday At Pepperell

The Trion High School Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs will begin their 2026–2027 regular basketball season Saturday, November 14, with a road trip to Pepperell High School.

According to the Trion City Schools athletic calendar, the afternoon will feature three basketball games, beginning with the junior varsity girls at noon.

The Lady Bulldogs varsity team is scheduled to play at 1:30 PM, followed by the Bulldogs varsity boys at 3 PM.

The season opener follows preseason scrimmage games held earlier this week as both programs prepare for their winter schedules.

Following Saturday’s games at Pepperell, Trion will return home Tuesday, November 17, to face Cedartown. The girls’ varsity game is scheduled for 6 PM, with the boys’ game following at 7:30 PM.

Trion also has additional basketball action scheduled later in the week, with another home game listed for Thursday, November 19, and a trip to Gordon Central on Saturday, November 21.

Saturday’s games at Pepperell will give Trion basketball fans their first opportunity to see the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs in regular-season competition.

Trion’s Hartley Staton Sets Class A Strikeout Record As Lady Bulldogs Win State Championship

Trion High School pitcher Hartley Staton made history during the Georgia High School Association Class A State Softball Championships in Columbus, recording 25 strikeouts in a single game and surpassing the previous Class A tournament record of 23.

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Trion Lady Bulldogs Capture Class A State Softball Championship With 6-2 Win Over Wheeler County

The Trion Lady Bulldogs are state champions!

Trion High School captured the 2026 Georgia High School Association Class A State Softball Championship Saturday afternoon, defeating Wheeler County 6-2 at the South Commons Softball Complex in Columbus.

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Trion Lady Bulldogs Open State Softball Elite Eight Wednesday Against Irwin County

The Trion High School Lady Bulldogs are preparing for their second consecutive appearance in the Georgia High School Association Class A Softball Elite Eight, with their opening game scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, against Irwin County.

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Trion’s Stacy Searels Inducted Into Georgia High School Football Hall Of Fame

Trion High School graduate and longtime college football coach Stacy Searels has received one of Georgia high school football’s highest honors.

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Trion High School Announces 2026-2027 Homecoming Court

Trion High School has announced the students selected to represent their school on the 2026-2027 Homecoming Court, with homecoming festivities scheduled for later this week.

This year’s homecoming court includes Zoi Phillips, Lyla Warren, Emme Hankins, Payton Weaver, Meila Treadaway, Brylie Ward, Silvia Ramirez-Pablo, Zoey Cherry, Stella Morrison, Lila Groce and Perri Parris.

The Trion Bulldogs will celebrate homecoming on Friday, October 23, when they host the Manchester Blue Devils at Sam R. McCain Stadium in Trion.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM.

The homecoming celebration is a longstanding tradition at Trion High School, bringing together students, alumni, families and community members to celebrate school spirit and recognize the students selected for the homecoming court.

Fans are encouraged to attend Friday night’s game and support the Bulldogs as they celebrate this year’s homecoming.

Trion High School Homecoming Parade Set For October 22

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Trion High School is making plans for its annual Homecoming celebration, including a community parade scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026.

The parade will begin at 6 PM and will serve as a community-wide celebration leading up to the Bulldogs’ Homecoming football game against Manchester on Friday, October 23, at Sam R. McCain Stadium.

School officials are inviting local residents, organizations and businesses to participate in the parade and help celebrate Homecoming with students, alumni and the Trion community.

Those interested in participating may register as a vendor for $20 or enter a float for $10.

The parade is expected to bring together students, families and community members as Trion High School prepares for its Homecoming festivities.

For additional information about participating, contact Claudia Reynoso at claudia.reynoso@trionschools.org.

The Bulldogs will host Manchester the following evening as part of the school’s Homecoming celebration.

Trion Opens Region Play At Greenville Tonight; Chattooga Has Open Date

The Trion Bulldogs return to action tonight following an open week as they begin region play on the road against the Greenville Patriots.

Kickoff has been moved up one hour to 6:30 PM at Greenville High School due to impending weather. The game was originally scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM.

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Chattooga Indians Pick Up First Win With 38-22 Homecoming Victory

The Chattooga Indians broke into the win column in a big way Friday night, defeating Gordon Central 38-22 in front of the Homecoming crowd at the Little Big Horn.

The victory was the first of the season for Head Coach Roone Gable and the Indians, who entered Friday night’s Region 7-AA contest with an 0-5 record. Gordon Central also came into the game looking for its first victory of the year.

Chattooga’s offense had its biggest night of the season, putting 38 points on the scoreboard. Before Friday night, the Indians’ season high was 17 points in a 27-17 loss at Ridgeland. Chattooga had scored 14 against LaFayette, seven against Model, seven against Coosa and was shut out 23-0 by Gordon Lee last week.

The win also came on Homecoming night at Chattooga High School, capping a week of activities that included Wednesday night’s Red & Black Bash. Students, alumni and supporters gathered Friday night at the Little Big Horn for the Homecoming celebration and the Indians’ region matchup with Gordon Central.

The 2026 Homecoming Court was recognized during the evening.

Daysa Connie Martin was crowned the 2026 Homecoming Queen.

Claira Moseley was named First Runner-Up, while Carlee Alissa Childers was named Second Runner-Up.

Class princesses were also recognized. Addison Deberry was named Junior Princess, Emma Kate Veatch was named Sophomore Princess, and Layla Monet Albert was named Freshman Princess.

Trion had the week off Friday night. The Bulldogs are 5-1 following last week’s 48-21 road victory over Northview. Trion returns to action next Friday, October 9, traveling to Greenville to take on the Patriots at 7:30 PM.

Chattooga will have next Friday off before returning to the Little Big Horn on Friday, October 16, when the Indians host Dade County at 7:30 PM.