
Members of Cub Scout Pack 38 recently received a special visit from Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader, who attended one of the group’s weekly meetings to talk with scouts about law enforcement, leadership and community service.

Members of Cub Scout Pack 38 recently received a special visit from Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader, who attended one of the group’s weekly meetings to talk with scouts about law enforcement, leadership and community service.

Cub Scouts from Pack 38 recently experienced their first campout at Camp Sidney Dew, enjoying a weekend filled with outdoor adventures, teamwork and opportunities to build lasting friendships.
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Summerville’s Scout Troop 7 is thanking local residents, businesses, churches and volunteers for helping make its recent BBQ Plate Fundraiser a success.

Scouting America Troop 7 is inviting the community to enjoy a barbecue dinner while helping support local Scouts during a fundraiser next week.
The Troop 7 BBQ Plate Fundraiser will be held Monday, September 21, from 6 until 8 PM at Summerville First United Methodist Church.
Plates are $12 each and include barbecue, a bun, green beans, potato salad and dessert. Both dine-in and carry-out will be available, with drinks provided for those eating at the church.
Proceeds from the fundraiser will help support Troop 7 Scouting activities, including outdoor adventures, leadership development programs and community service projects.
Troop leaders say community support plays an important role in helping Scouts develop leadership skills, character and a commitment to service.
Tickets are available from Troop 7 members and will also be sold at the event while supplies last.

Scouting America Troop 7 is inviting the community to enjoy a barbecue dinner while helping support local Scouts during a fundraiser next week.
The Troop 7 BBQ Plate Fundraiser will be held Monday, September 21, from 6 until 8 PM at Summerville First United Methodist Church.
Plates are $12 each and include barbecue, a bun, green beans, potato salad and dessert. Both dine-in and carry-out will be available, with drinks provided for those eating at the church.
Proceeds from the fundraiser will help support Troop 7 Scouting activities, including outdoor adventures, leadership development programs and community service projects.
Troop leaders say community support plays an important role in helping Scouts develop leadership skills, character and a commitment to service.
Tickets are available from Troop 7 members and will also be sold at the event while supplies last.

Young people interested in outdoor adventure, learning new skills and making new friends will have an opportunity to discover what Scouting has to offer during a Scout Recruitment Night tonight in Summerville.

A local nonprofit organization is inviting students and families to learn more about a unique educational opportunity planned for 2027.
Dreamers Outreach, Inc. announced plans for an educational and inspirational trip to the Obama Presidential Library in June 2027. The organization says the trip is designed to expose young people to leadership, history, education, and service while encouraging them to pursue their goals and dreams.
According to the organization, 10 students in grades 8 through 12 will be selected to participate in the experience.
An informational meeting for interested students and parents is scheduled for August 8 at 2 p.m. at Kuzzins, located at 105 Hemlock Street in Summerville. Organizers will discuss trip details, expectations, and future planning efforts.
Dreamers Outreach is also seeking community support for the project. The organization is encouraging parents and volunteers interested in serving as chaperones, sponsors who would like to support a student, and community members willing to assist through donations and fundraising efforts to get involved.
Organization leaders say community support will be essential in making the educational trip a reality and creating a meaningful experience for participating students.

Pack 38 Cub Scouts kicked off the summer with an “Adventure Around the World” experience at Camp Sidney Dew during the annual 2026 Adventure Camp, hosted by the Northwest Georgia Council of Scouting America.

Summer camp season is officially underway for Scouting America’s Northwest Georgia Council, with hundreds of Scouts preparing for weeks of outdoor adventure, learning, and leadership development at Camp Sidney Dew.

Congratulations are in order for Izabella “Bella” Burdick, who has been selected as Chattooga High School’s FCA Christian Athlete of the Year for 2026.
School supporters say Burdick exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity, serve others, and represent her school with pride.
The honor recognizes not only athletic achievement, but also character, leadership, and a positive example both on and off the field.
Those celebrating Burdick’s recognition say they are proud of all she has accomplished and look forward to seeing her continue to make a positive impact.