Arrest Report - Thursday - November 12, 2026
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, November 12, 2026:
Cold Front Brings Gusty Winds And Freezing Temperatures To Northwest Georgia This Weekend
A cold front moving through Northwest Georgia today will bring a significant drop in temperatures, with freezing conditions possible across the region this weekend.
Early Thursday morning temperatures in Summerville were around 54 degrees. Scattered showers are possible this morning and again during the afternoon, with a mixture of clouds and sunshine between showers. Afternoon temperatures should reach around 60 degrees before colder air begins settling into the region.
Tonight will turn considerably colder, with temperatures dropping into the mid-30s.
Friday will bring periods of clouds and sunshine but much cooler conditions, with afternoon highs only reaching around 50 degrees. Temperatures Friday night are expected to fall into the lower 30s.
The weekend will remain dry and chilly. Saturday’s high should reach the lower 50s, followed by another cold night. Temperatures are forecast to fall to around freezing Saturday night and early Sunday morning, with colder locations potentially dropping below 32 degrees.
Residents should take precautions to protect exposed plumbing, outdoor pets, sensitive plants and other items vulnerable to freezing temperatures. Those using supplemental heating equipment should also observe appropriate fire safety precautions.
High temperatures are expected to remain in the 50s through the weekend, with mostly sunny skies Saturday and Sunday. Dry weather is expected to continue into the beginning of next week.
Chattooga High School Students Earn Top Honors At Metro Atlanta Skills Challenge
Chattooga High School’s construction and welding students have added another impressive collection of awards to their growing list of accomplishments, earning seven top-three finishes at the 2026 Metro Atlanta Skills Challenge held Tuesday, November 10.
The competition, organized by the Associated General Contractors of Georgia in partnership with SkillsUSA Georgia, brought together high school students from across the state to demonstrate their abilities in construction-related trades.
Students competed in hands-on challenges designed to test their technical knowledge, craftsmanship, accuracy and ability to complete tasks commonly encountered in the construction industry.
Chattooga High School students earned awards in five different competition categories.
Chattooga High School’s award winners included:
- First Place — Masonry: Cody Corbin
- Second Place — Carpentry: David Mangan
- Second Place — Welding: Gunner Henderson
- Third Place — Metal Studs/Drywall: Lane Evans and Alex Brinkmann
- Third Place — Masonry: Kayden Burrage
- Third Place — Plumbing: Camp Bullard
- Third Place — Welding: Jude Chestnut
The latest accomplishments reflect the continued success of Chattooga High School’s Career, Technical and Agricultural Education program, which provides students with practical training and opportunities to develop skills needed in the construction and manufacturing industries.
The school’s construction program is led by instructor Bengi Price, while Carter Woodall serves as the welding instructor. Both work with students to develop technical abilities through classroom instruction and hands-on training.
The programs introduce students to industry practices, equipment, safety procedures and the technical skills needed for careers in the skilled trades.
The Metro Atlanta Skills Challenge is part of a statewide series of competitions sponsored by the Associated General Contractors of Georgia. The events give students an opportunity to demonstrate their skills before construction industry professionals, meet potential employers and explore career opportunities.
Chattooga High School has established a strong record in these competitions.
Just last month, Chattooga’s construction and welding students captured the overall championship at the Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge in Rome, earning the Alliance Cup along with multiple first-place finishes.
That competition included championships in masonry, welding, cabinetmaking, TeamWorks and welding fabrication.
The school also captured the overall regional championship in 2025, demonstrating sustained success in its career and technical education programs.
The latest results from Metro Atlanta add to that record and highlight the work being done by Chattooga High School students and instructors to prepare young people for careers in construction, welding and related industries.
Journey Community Food Pantry Announces Final November Distribution Before Thanksgiving
Journey Community Food Pantry in Rome has announced its final grocery distribution before Thanksgiving, with assistance available to residents of Chattooga and Floyd counties in Georgia and Cherokee County, Alabama.
The next distribution is scheduled for Wednesday, November 18, from 10 AM until noon and again from 1 PM until 5 PM at the pantry, located at 15 Redmond Court NW in Rome.
The pantry will be closed to the public during Thanksgiving week.
Organizers say groceries will include meat and deli items, fresh produce, bread, desserts and shelf-stable food. Prepackaged grocery boxes will also include ingredients for holiday side dishes, along with a selection of pork, poultry, seafood or beef.
Additional specialty items available during November include coffee, tea, chocolate Ensure, vitamins, over-the-counter medications, trash bags and condiments.
Residents seeking assistance must bring a photo ID along with a document dated within the past two months verifying their current address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, medical bill, rental lease or government-issued mail.
The address on the photo ID must match the address on the supporting document. Junk mail will not be accepted.
Households may receive assistance once per month.
Pantry organizers encourage families to arrive early because perishable items are available in limited quantities, and distribution may end before the scheduled closing time if supplies are exhausted.
Journey Community Food Pantry emphasizes that the groceries are intended to supplement the food needs of families experiencing food insecurity.
Again, the next distribution is Wednesday, November 18, at 15 Redmond Court NW in Rome, with service available to qualifying residents of Chattooga, Floyd and Cherokee counties.
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.
More Delays Reported On Rome's Second Avenue Widening Project
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Rome’s long-delayed Second Avenue widening project is facing additional setbacks, with underground utility problems and the need for federal approval continuing to hold up construction.
Rome City Manager Sammy Rich provided an update to the Rome City Commission Tuesday, explaining that the Georgia Department of Transportation has identified additional underground utility concerns that must be resolved before work can move forward.
The project began in the summer of 2024 and was originally scheduled for completion in October 2026. However, construction has encountered repeated delays, primarily involving sewer lines and other underground infrastructure that were not accurately reflected in the original plans.
Rich told commissioners that the latest delays are connected to the same problems that have affected the project for months. Additional utility issues must be addressed, and approval is still needed from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Earlier this year, Georgia DOT representatives announced that the projected completion date had been pushed back to September 2027. No new completion date was announced during Tuesday’s update.
Once completed, the widening project will provide two travel lanes in each direction, separated by a median with turn lanes providing access to Atrium Health Floyd and Heritage Park.
The redesigned roadway will also include two left-turn lanes toward West Rome. Traffic coming from downtown will be directed toward Martha Berry Boulevard or turn lanes connecting to Turner McCall Boulevard and Shorter Avenue.
The project will also eliminate the existing split in the roadway at the intersection.
The continued delays have frustrated motorists who regularly travel through one of Rome’s busiest traffic corridors. City leaders say they are awaiting further information from Georgia DOT about when construction can resume.
WRGA contributed to this report
Georgia Veterans Can Record Military Discharge Papers Free Of Charge
Georgia veterans are being reminded of a free service that can help protect one of the most important documents they receive during their military careers.
Under Georgia law, veterans can have their military discharge papers, commonly known as DD Form 214, permanently recorded with the Clerk of Superior Court in their county of residence at no charge.
The DD-214 serves as official documentation of military service and may be needed when applying for veterans’ benefits, employment opportunities, educational assistance, burial benefits and other services.
Recording the document with the Superior Court Clerk’s Office provides veterans and their families with a way to obtain a replacement copy if the original is lost, damaged or destroyed.
Georgia law also provides important privacy protections. Military discharge records filed with the clerk are exempt from public disclosure for 50 years following their filing. During that period, access is restricted to the veteran, certain family members and other legally authorized individuals.
Veterans and authorized family members can also obtain certified copies of recorded discharge papers free of charge upon presenting proper identification.
The service is available through Superior Court Clerk’s Offices throughout Georgia, including Chattooga, Walker, Floyd and surrounding counties.
Veterans interested in recording their discharge papers should contact their county’s Superior Court Clerk’s Office for instructions on submitting the documents.
State law prohibits Superior Court clerks from charging veterans to record their military discharge certificates, making the service a valuable way to preserve important military records without additional expense.
Free Grocery Distribution And Clothes Closet Available Today In Trion
Residents needing assistance with groceries can receive free food today, Thursday, November 12, when There’s Hope for the Hungry visits Central Avenue Baptist Church in Trion.
The grocery distribution will take place from 10 AM until 1 PM at the church, located at 14074 Highway 27, behind Dixie Subs.
Organizers say no identification is required to receive groceries. However, individuals must be present to receive the food.
In addition to the grocery distribution, the church’s free Clothes Closet will be available from 10 AM until 12:30 PM.
The outreach provides an opportunity for individuals and families needing assistance to receive groceries and clothing at no cost.
There’s Hope for the Hungry works with local churches to provide food assistance to individuals and families in communities throughout the region.
Anyone planning to participate should arrive during the scheduled distribution hours.
Again, the free grocery distribution will be held today from 10 AM until 1 PM at Central Avenue Baptist Church in Trion, with the Clothes Closet available until 12:30 PM.
Chattooga Indians And Lady Indians Open Basketball Action Tonight At Ringgold
The Chattooga Indians and Lady Indians will take the court tonight, Thursday, November 12, as both varsity basketball teams travel to Ringgold for preseason scrimmage games.
According to the schedule released by Chattooga High School Athletics, the Lady Indians will play at 6 PM, followed by the Indians varsity boys at 7:30 PM.
Tonight’s scrimmages will provide both teams an opportunity to compete against another school before the start of the regular season.
Chattooga will officially open the 2026–2027 basketball season Tuesday, November 17, on the road against Pepperell.
The junior varsity boys will play at 4:30 PM, followed by the varsity girls at 6 PM and varsity boys at 7:30 PM.
The Indians and Lady Indians will play their first home games Friday, November 20, against Armuchee.
Those games will also begin with junior varsity boys action at 4:30 PM, followed by the varsity girls at 6 PM and varsity boys at 7:30 PM.
Tonight’s games at Ringgold mark the beginning of another basketball season for Chattooga High School Athletics.
Chattooga County District Spelling Bee
Students representing schools throughout the Chattooga County School District will gather tonight, Thursday, November 12, for the annual District Spelling Bee.
The competition will be held at Lyerly Elementary School from 6 PM until 7 PM.
Students from Leroy Massey Elementary School, Lyerly Elementary School, Menlo Elementary School and Summerville Middle School are scheduled to participate.
The districtwide competition gives students an opportunity to demonstrate their spelling abilities and vocabulary knowledge while representing their individual schools.
Participants will be challenged to correctly spell words as the competition progresses, with students advancing through successive rounds.
The annual event recognizes academic achievement and provides an opportunity for students from different schools to compete in a districtwide academic event.
Lyerly Elementary School is located at 150 Oak Hill Road in Lyerly.
The competition begins at 6 PM tonight.
Trion Town Council and Property Tax Hearing
The Trion Town Council will meet tonight, Thursday, November 12, with a public hearing on the town’s proposed property tax increase also scheduled for 6 PM.
The public hearing will be held in the Town of Trion Conference Room and will be the third and final opportunity for residents to comment on the proposed increase.
The town is proposing a millage rate of 10.781 mills, representing a 5.96 percent increase over the calculated rollback rate. Although the proposed millage rate is lower than last year’s rate, increases in assessed property values mean the town would collect additional revenue from existing properties.
According to figures published by the town, the proposed increase would mean approximately $19.45 more in annual property taxes for a home valued at $175,000, using the assessment and exemption assumptions in the town’s notice.
Two previous public hearings were scheduled for November 5.
The Town Council’s rescheduled November workshop will also begin at 6 PM tonight at Trion Town Hall, with the regular council meeting immediately following the workshop.
Sheriff Reveals New Details In Capture Of New York Fugitive Following Daylong Search In Chattooga County
Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader has provided new details about Tuesday’s daylong search for a New York fugitive, including how the suspect came to Chattooga County, the involvement of federal investigators and the telephone conversation that ultimately led to his surrender.
Tavion Young was wanted on a federal warrant out of New York involving alleged crimes against children, including child pornography allegations.
According to Sheriff Schrader, Young had been staying at Handmaid Blessings, a Christian nonprofit residential recovery program located on Mitchell Circle off Gore-Subligna Road in the Subligna area of Chattooga County.
Schrader said Young found the organization online while still in New York and contacted the ministry seeking assistance through its recovery program. Young subsequently traveled to Chattooga County and had been staying at the facility.
While Young was in Chattooga County, federal authorities obtained an arrest warrant in connection with the investigation in New York.
The FBI tracked Young to Chattooga County and contacted the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for assistance. Schrader said his department worked with federal investigators for several days before law enforcement attempted to take Young into custody Tuesday.
When officers attempted to apprehend Young, he fled, setting off an extensive search in the Gore area.
Schrader said Young was unfamiliar with the area, and law enforcement officers from several agencies spent much of Tuesday searching for him.
As the search continued, Schrader was able to obtain a telephone number for Young through Handmaid Blessings, the nonprofit organization where he had been staying.
The sheriff personally contacted Young by telephone and spoke with him about surrendering to authorities.
According to Schrader, Young agreed to surrender, bringing the search to an end Tuesday evening.
The sheriff said the operation involved extensive cooperation among local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
In addition to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office and FBI, participating agencies included the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force, the Bartow County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit, the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, the Floyd County Police Department and the Rome Police Department K-9 Unit.
The Walker County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office drone unit, and the Georgia State Patrol also assisted in the operation.
Following his surrender, Young was taken into custody and transported to the Floyd County Jail, where he was housed in connection with the federal case.
The sheriff’s account also sheds light on how Young came to be in the Subligna community. He had contacted Handmaid Blessings seeking help through its Christian recovery program before authorities attempted to apprehend him.
The organization cooperated with the sheriff by providing Young’s telephone number, which allowed Schrader to make direct contact and arrange his surrender.
The arrest brought an end to a search that involved numerous law enforcement agencies and followed several days of coordination between the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office and federal investigators.
Young remains accused in the federal investigation and is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Thank You Veterans
Today, November 11, 2026, we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation in the United States Armed Forces.
To our veterans here in Chattooga County, throughout Northwest Georgia, Northeast Alabama, and across this great nation — THANK YOU!
Thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your willingness to answer the call of duty. Because of your service, we enjoy freedoms that should never be taken for granted.
We also recognize the families who have stood beside our veterans and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
From all of us at WZQZ AM 1180, FM 99.1 and ChattoogaInfo.com, we salute you today and every day.
God bless our veterans, and God bless the United States of America!
Arrest Report - Wednesday - November 11, 2026
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, November 11, 2026:
Sunny Veterans Day Ahead Of Rain And Weekend Freeze In Chattooga County
Chattooga County will enjoy sunny and mild weather for Veterans Day today, but a cold front will bring showers tonight followed by the coldest temperatures of the season so far this weekend.
The National Weather Service is forecasting sunshine and a high near 70 degrees today, providing favorable conditions for Veterans Day observances and outdoor activities. Winds will be light this morning before becoming westerly at 5 to 10 mph this afternoon, with gusts up to 15 mph.
Rain chances will increase this evening as a cold front approaches Northwest Georgia. Showers are likely tonight, mainly before 1 AM Thursday, with a 70 percent chance of precipitation. Temperatures will remain relatively mild overnight, with a low around 50 degrees.
Forecasters expect rainfall amounts generally ranging from one-tenth to one-quarter of an inch. Widespread flooding is not expected, and the threat of severe thunderstorms is low.
Tomorrow will bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 62 degrees, with northwest winds gusting up to 20 mph. Temperatures will fall to around 35 degrees Thursday night.
The biggest weather change arrives Friday and continues through the weekend, when a surge of colder air brings widespread frost and freezing conditions to North Georgia.
Friday will be sunny with a high near 53 degrees, followed by a low around 29 degrees Friday night. Saturday will also be sunny with a high near 53, before temperatures drop to around 29 degrees again Saturday night.
The National Weather Service says these will likely be the coldest temperatures of the season so far. Some locations in North Georgia may fall below 28 degrees, potentially bringing a damaging freeze that could kill sensitive vegetation.
Residents should prepare to protect outdoor plants, exposed plumbing and pets from the freezing temperatures. Gardeners and farmers should pay particular attention to the possibility of a damaging freeze.
Sunday will bring sunshine and a high near 58 degrees, with temperatures falling to around 34 Sunday night.
The new workweek begins with mostly sunny skies Monday, a 20 percent chance of showers and a high near 57 degrees. Tuesday is expected to be sunny with a high near 61.
While today’s Veterans Day weather will be comfortable for outdoor activities, residents should prepare for a significant drop in temperatures heading into the weekend.
Georgia Measles Cases Rise To 28 Following Three New Infections
The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed three additional measles cases in Macon County, bringing the state’s total to 28 confirmed cases in 2026, compared to just 10 cases during all of 2025.
According to a statement released Tuesday, all three individuals were close contacts of a previously confirmed measles case reported on October 12. State health officials have notified others who may have been exposed and are at increased risk of developing the highly contagious disease.
Measles spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can remain airborne for up to two hours after an infected person leaves an area.
Symptoms typically begin with a high fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes. A rash generally develops several days later, beginning on the face and spreading downward across the body.
The Department of Public Health emphasizes that vaccination remains the best protection against measles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine for children. The first dose should be administered between 12 and 15 months of age, followed by a second dose between ages four and six.
Health officials warn that anyone experiencing possible measles symptoms should contact a healthcare provider immediately. Patients should not visit a doctor’s office, hospital or public health clinic without calling ahead to report their symptoms. This precaution helps prevent exposing other patients and healthcare workers.
With 28 confirmed cases so far this year, Georgia has already recorded nearly three times the number of measles infections reported during all of last year.
Veterans Day Parade And Luncheon Set For Today In Summerville
Today is Veterans Day, and the City of Summerville will honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces with its annual Veterans Day Parade, followed by a special gathering and meal for local veterans and their families.
The Veterans Day Parade will begin at 10 AM at Veterans Memorial at Dowdy Park, in downtown Summerville. All parade participants are asked to assemble at the park beginning at 9:30 AM.
The parade will travel from Veterans Memorial Park to Commerce Street before returning to the park. Golf carts and vehicles will be available for veterans who wish to participate in the parade but prefer not to walk the route.
The City of Summerville is encouraging residents to come out and show their appreciation for those who have served their country.
Following the parade, veterans and their families are invited to the annual Veterans Day Lunch at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, located at 818 Memorial Drive in Summerville. The gathering is scheduled to begin at 11:45 AM, with a brief program at noon followed by lunch.
This year’s Veterans Day Lunch is sponsored by VFW Post 6688 and its Auxiliary, United Community Bank, Tractor Supply and numerous community volunteers.
The annual meal has a history dating back nearly 20 years, when local residents began organizing a special gathering to honor Chattooga County’s World War II veterans.
The original World War II Veterans Reunion was held at the Gore Gym, where Jim Hunter and Harold Gordon prepared a fish fry, volunteers provided desserts, and local school students helped with the program and interviewed veterans about their experiences.
Over the years, the event expanded to recognize veterans from all branches of the military and all generations. The annual gathering has been held at several locations, including the Civic Center and Chattooga County Courthouse, before moving to its current home at the Chattooga County Memorial Home.
Organizers say the tradition remains especially meaningful as the community remembers its World War II veterans and continues recognizing those who served in later conflicts and during peacetime.
The annual lunch provides an opportunity for veterans to visit with friends, share memories of their military service and enjoy fellowship with others who have served their country.
Anyone interested in additional information about the Veterans Day Lunch may contact Barbara Reece at 706-857-8478 or Odell Anderson at 706-397-2394.
Veterans Day is observed each year on November 11 to recognize all Americans who have served in the nation’s armed forces.
Today’s weather is expected to cooperate with the outdoor activities, with sunshine and an afternoon high near 71 degrees.
The City of Summerville encourages the community to attend today’s parade and help honor the service and sacrifices of America’s military veterans.
Chattooga County Democrats To Celebrate Volunteers And Elect Officers At Final Meeting Of 2026
The Chattooga County Democratic Party will hold its final meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, November 17, with a celebration of local volunteers and the election of party officers for the next two years.
The meeting will begin at 6 PM at the Chattooga County Civic Center, located at 44 Georgia Highway 48 in Summerville.
The gathering will recognize volunteers who participated in canvassing, rallies, town halls, phone banks and other activities throughout a busy election year.
“It’s been a huge year for us. We’ve had 4 elections, plus rallies, town halls, protests, postcard writing, canvassing and phone banks – all of this thanks to our local Democrats coming out and donating their time and energy,” said Chattooga County Democratic Party Chair Cynthia Hubler.
Hubler said the party hopes everyone who participated in or supported its activities will attend the gathering.
In addition to the volunteer celebration, the party will hold a brief business meeting to elect officers for the 2027–2028 term.
The five positions up for election are chair, first vice chair, second vice chair, secretary and treasurer. Officers serve two-year terms beginning in January 2027.
The elected officers, along with a post seat holder elected earlier this year, make up the party’s executive committee. The committee oversees party activities and projects, bylaws, budgets and expenditures.
All party members in good standing are eligible to vote and hold office. Anyone interested in serving as an officer is encouraged to attend the November 17 meeting.
Light refreshments will be served.
Anyone with questions or items for the meeting agenda may contact the Chattooga County Democratic Party at Chattooga.democrats@gmail.com.
Georgia Attorney General Calls On Convenience Stores To Remove Kratom Products From Shelves
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is calling on convenience stores throughout the state, including those in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, to immediately remove dangerous kratom products from their shelves, warning that some of the substances are being marketed to children and teenagers.
Carr made the appeal during a meeting of the Georgia House of Representatives Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Youth Exposure to Kratom and Retail Available Substances, where he also urged lawmakers to consider legislation that would ban nearly all kratom-derived products in Georgia.
The attorney general expressed particular concern about products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine, commonly known as 7-OH, an opioid-like substance associated with addiction and other serious health risks.
According to information presented by Carr, 7-OH can be approximately 13 times more potent than morphine. Manufacturers are producing concentrated or synthesized forms of the substance and selling them in tablets, gummies, liquid shots and powders, often labeled as kratom.
These products are sold at some convenience stores, gas stations and smoke shops, making them readily accessible to consumers, including young people.
“It shouldn’t take legislation or law enforcement to do the right thing,” Carr said. “Every minute these products remain on our shelves, innocent lives are put at risk. This problem could be solved today if all of our convenience stores step up, remove this poison from their shelves, and put safety first.”
Carr is encouraging retailers to voluntarily remove the products immediately rather than wait for additional restrictions or enforcement actions.
He is also pushing for legislation that would prohibit kratom-derived products statewide, while allowing a narrow list of approved exceptions.
Kratom is derived from a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Its leaves contain compounds that act on opioid receptors in the body. Although some products are marketed for energy, relaxation or pain relief, health authorities have raised concerns about dependence, withdrawal symptoms and potentially dangerous effects, particularly from concentrated products containing 7-OH.
The proposed legislation would represent a significant change in Georgia’s approach to regulating kratom products and could affect convenience stores, smoke shops and other retailers throughout the state.
For now, Carr is asking businesses to act voluntarily and remove the products from sale while lawmakers consider additional restrictions.
Trion Town Council To Set 2026 Property Tax Rate At Thursday Meeting
The Trion Town Council will meet Thursday, November 12, with the town’s 2026 property tax millage rate among the major items on the agenda.
The meeting is scheduled for 6 PM and will include a public hearing on the proposed property tax rate before council members consider setting the millage rate for 2026.
The town has proposed a 5.96% property tax increase, despite keeping its millage rate at 10.781 mills. The increase reflects higher property assessments rather than an increase in the millage rate itself.
Thursday’s public hearing will give residents an opportunity to comment on the tax proposal before the council takes action.
Council members will also consider lighting for the town’s batting cages. Chris Mosley is listed on the agenda to discuss the project.
Another item involves the introduction and approval of Chuck Powell as a new employee at Trion’s wastewater treatment plant.
The council will also consider a Gas Authority NGC/OBF appliance contract.
Other business includes approval of the October meeting minutes, old business and council comments.
Thursday’s meeting will be held at 6 PM.