The Trion Recreation Department is reminding residents that new requirements are now in place for those wishing to use Brinley’s Dog Park in Trion.
People looking for a new job opportunity will have a chance to connect with Mohawk Industries during a hiring event in Trion today.
Mohawk’s Summerville team is returning to the Trion area with immediate openings for Lift Truck Operators, Sorters, Waste Handlers, and Extrusion Operators.
The event will be held Thursday, March 12, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Trion Recreation Department, 90 Dalton Street, Trion. The jobs are based at Mohawk Summerville, 106 John Bankston Drive, Summerville.
Officials say a 12-hour night swing shift is available from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Previous experience is required for the Extrusion Operator position.
Starting pay ranges from $16 to $20 or more per hour, depending on the role. Benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, a training program, and up to 80 hours of paid time off.
Applicants are encouraged to apply in advance online. Those with questions can also text “Mohawk” to 97211 to speak with the company’s talent acquisition team.
Candidates attending the hiring event are asked to dress for the work environment, including long pants, a short- or long-sleeve shirt, and tennis shoes or work boots. No jewelry, piercings, hoodies, or jackets with hoods are allowed because of safety concerns. Long hair must be pulled up and off the shoulders, and applicants should bring two forms of ID.
Mohawk Industries says it is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status, and is committed to an inclusive workplace.
Card collectors and trading card game fans are invited to attend Trion Card Night on March 11, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Trion Recreation Department, located at 90 Dalton Street in Trion.
The event will feature sports cards, including baseball, football, and basketball, as well as TCG cards such as Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering. Tables will be available for reservation for vendors and participants.
For more information or to reserve a table, contact Alex at 706-584-0567.
The Trion Recreation Department has announced that all games will be cancelled for Saturday. The recreation center will also be closed due to the weather.
The Trion Recreation Department is inviting hoopers to hit the court for a 3v3 Basketball Tournament on Friday, February 21 in Trion.
Get ready to tee off! Prodigy Events and Trion will be hosting the “Trion to Ace IV” PDGA-sanctioned C-Tier disc golf tournament on May 3, 2025, hosted by the Trion Recreation Department. This two-round, shotgun-start event will challenge players on a 12-hole course with a par of 3, totaling 250 feet. The tournament promises a day of friendly competition and beautiful scenery. Entry fee is $45 per player, which includes a player’s pack featuring two custom-stamped Prodigy discs. Awards will be presented following the completion of the second round. The event offers on-site parking and bathroom facilities. Lunch will be available for purchase from the Trion Recreation Department. Disc golf enthusiasts are encouraged to register now through Disc Golf Scene at dgscene.com/TrionIV. Don’t miss this opportunity to compete in a sanctioned event and showcase your disc golf skills. For any questions regarding the “Trion to Ace IV” tournament, please contact Matt Zollitsch at matt.zollitsch@prodigydisc.com.