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August 5, 2026

Local Scouts Invite Youth To Recruitment Night In Summerville

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Families looking for outdoor adventure, leadership opportunities and hands-on learning are invited to attend a Scout Recruitment Night in Summerville next week.

Pack 38 and Troop 7 will host the event on Thursday, August 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Scout Hut, located at 220 Highway 100 in Summerville.

The recruitment night is open to girls and boys from kindergarten through age 16 and their families. No previous Scouting experience is required.

Young people attending the event will be able to participate in a variety of interactive activities, including first aid, orienteering, flag folding, fishing, fire building, knot tying, tent camping skills, animal track and leaf identification, and Leave No Trace outdoor principles. Cool treats will also be available.

Local Scout leaders and current Scouts will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about camping trips, service projects, outdoor activities and leadership development opportunities available through Scouting.

Organizers say the program gives young people an opportunity to learn practical skills, build confidence, make new friends and develop an appreciation for the outdoors.

There is no cost to attend the recruitment night. An annual membership fee applies to youth who decide to join.

More information is available at www.beascout.org.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Glitch Prompts Trion Dog Park Access Updates

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Last week, the Trion Recreation Department announced an important update for dog park users: all previously issued access cards are now obsolete.

According to the department, troubleshooting issues with the park’s keypad system required a full reset, making the older keys unusable.

Anyone who has not received a new key within the past couple of weeks will need to stop by the Trion Recreation Department to obtain an updated one. Officials said the change was necessary to resolve the keypad malfunction and apologized for any inconvenience.

The Town of Trion officially opened the dog park earlier this year at the track field off Simmons Street. The fenced-in facility provides a dedicated area where residents can exercise, train and socialize their dogs.

The park, inspired by Brinley A. Corbin, includes green mesh perimeter fencing, landscaped planting beds and a shaded seating area for owners.

Town officials say the dog park continues to receive steady use and hope the updated key system will provide smooth and secure access moving forward.

The Trion Recreation Department is open during regular business hours for key replacement.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Football Season Nears For Chattooga And Trion

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The 2026 high school football season is right around the corner, with the Chattooga Indians and Trion Bulldogs preparing for another full schedule of games across Northwest Georgia.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Erin Brockovich Expands PFAS Testing Effort To Include Chattooga County

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Consumer advocate Erin Brockovich is expanding efforts to investigate PFAS contamination in Northwest Georgia, with Chattooga County among six counties included in a new campaign offering water, soil, and dust testing for residents. The announcement comes as concerns continue to grow over the presence of PFAS—commonly known as “forever chemicals”—throughout the region.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

What The PFAS Ruling Means For Summerville Water Customers

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As WZQZ News reported last week, a federal judge has cleared the way for thousands of current and former Summerville water customers to continue pursuing claims against several major chemical companies over costs connected to PFAS contamination in the city’s drinking water.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Meat Processors Can Now Sell Products Nationwide Under New USDA Agreement

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Small meat processors across Georgia will soon have access to customers across the country following a new agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Georgia Department of Agriculture.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Back-To-School Health Tips For Chattooga And Trion Students

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As students in the Chattooga County and Trion City school systems return to the classroom this week, healthcare professionals are reminding families that a few simple steps can help children stay healthy and ready to learn throughout the school year.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Housing Market Holds Steady As Inventory Remains Elevated In July

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The Chattooga County housing market remained active during July, with inventory continuing to provide buyers with more options while home values remained relatively stable.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond To Offer Community AngioScreen Event August 12

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AdventHealth Redmond is inviting the public to take advantage of a Community AngioScreen event on Wednesday, August 12, offering a quick, noninvasive screening designed to help identify risk factors for heart disease and stroke before symptoms appear.

The screening will be available from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. at AdventHealth Redmond in Rome. The assessment takes about 10 minutes and provides immediate results. The AngioScreen includes a carotid artery ultrasound to check for plaque buildup, a five-lead EKG, ankle-brachial index testing to evaluate circulation, and an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening.

Hospital officials recommend the screening for adults age 55 and older, as well as individuals with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, a history of smoking, a family history of stroke or heart attack, or other cardiovascular conditions.

The complete screening costs $85 per person and is eligible for Health Savings Account (HSA) reimbursement. Cash, checks, credit cards, and HSA or flexible spending account cards will be accepted. Appointments are required and may be scheduled online or by calling 706-290-8008.

August 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Vendor Registration Now Open For 2026 Sum Nelly Festival

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Vendor registration is now underway for the 2026 Sum Nelly Festival, one of Summerville’s longest-running community traditions.

The festival will be held on Saturday, October 3, beginning at 9 a.m. at Dowdy Park. Organizers are accepting applications through September 30 for a variety of vendor categories.

Food vendors can register for $75, while specialty treats, drinks, and snack vendors—including baked goods, jellies, jams, popcorn, ice cream, specialty beverages, lemonade, and shaved ice—can register for $60.

Arts and crafts vendors may register for $50. This category includes handmade or original products such as jewelry, woodworking, pottery, ceramics, photography, soaps, candles, quilts, leather goods, metal or glass art, custom home décor, and seasonal crafts.

The Sum Nelly Festival has been a beloved Summerville tradition for more than 50 years, drawing residents and visitors for a day of food, shopping, entertainment, and community activities.

Vendor applications are available online at www.summervillerec.org.