A small bridge on Spring Creek Road near Trion is expected to reopen by the end of August following an emergency replacement project prompted by safety concerns.
The Trion Recreation Department is looking for volunteers to help coach youth sports this season and is currently seeking coaches for several teams.
The department needs:
- 2 coaches for 6U Soccer
- 1 coach for 8U Soccer
- 1 coach for 10U Volleyball
Officials say coaching is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young athletes by teaching teamwork, building character and having fun.
Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to contact the Trion Recreation Department for more information about becoming a coach.
Georgia’s medical cannabis program is experiencing its fastest growth since it launched a decade ago, with the number of registered patients increasing by more than 22 percent in just over a month following new state law changes.
The Trion Farmers Market will be open this Thursday, August 6, offering shoppers another opportunity to purchase fresh, locally grown produce and handcrafted items while supporting area farmers and vendors.
The market is located at the pavilion near the track field off Simmons Street in Trion.
This week’s selection includes fresh tomatoes, okra, green beans, cucumbers, and squash, along with homemade favorites such as jams and jellies, relish and salsa, fried pies, and ice cream.
Shoppers will also find locally raised beef and pork, as well as handcrafted salves and tinctures from local vendors.
The Trion Farmers Market continues to provide a convenient way for residents to shop local while enjoying fresh seasonal products and supporting the community’s growers and artisans.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, August 5, 2026:
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop again across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this afternoon, bringing the potential for gusty winds, heavy rainfall and localized flash flooding.
Dowdy Park will once again serve as a participating site for the annual Highway 27 Yard Sale beginning tomorrow.
The three-day event will run from Thursday, August 6, through Saturday, August 8, and is expected to bring bargain hunters and travelers through Summerville in search of antiques, collectibles, household goods and other secondhand treasures.
The Highway 27 Yard Sale began in Northwest Georgia in the late 1990s as an alternative route for travelers who became lost while attending another large yard sale. Since then, it has grown into a popular regional event that attracts visitors from well beyond its original route.
As part of this year’s sale, Summerville Main Street is sponsoring Yard Sale in the Park at Dowdy Park. Local residents can rent vendor space to sell unwanted items, handmade crafts and other merchandise during the event.
Vendor spaces are available for $5 per space, per day and must be reserved in advance through Summerville City Hall. Spaces will be assigned before setup.
Yard Sale in the Park will be open each day from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. Food vendors will also be on-site offering refreshments.
Visitors are encouraged to explore downtown Summerville, where several local businesses will offer sidewalk sales and special promotions during the event.
Admission is free.
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.
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.
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.