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Local Edition
Spalding County, Georgia
Local Edition
Spalding County, Georgia
Local Edition
Spalding County, Georgia
Spalding County Local News
Griffin Grapevine
October 30, 2026
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Good morning, Spalding County!
I usually keep the Grapevine strictly focused on Spalding County, but the Blue Angels are a pretty good reason to look across the county line.
They’re headlining Air Dot Show Atlanta at Falcon Field in Peachtree City this Saturday and Sunday, October 31 and November 1, alongside an impressive lineup of military aircraft and aerobatic performers.
If you’ve never been to an air show, watching those jets roar overhead in tight formation is something else. It’s loud, thrilling, and the kind of outing I think plenty of y’all would enjoy this Halloween weekend.
Tickets must be purchased before you arrive, so grab yours online before heading over.
- Chad
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Three people whose work reaches across Griffin’s community organizations, businesses and churches received a public thank-you at the Griffin Men of Action’s annual banquet Saturday, October 24.
Jewel Walker-Harps, Charles Burden and the Rev. Dr. Cleopatrick Lacy were recognized for their contributions to Griffin and Spalding County. Walker-Harps serves as secretary of the Spalding County Collaborative’s 2026 board. Burden is affiliated with Burden’s Funeral Home of Griffin. Lacy served Mt. Zion Baptist Church until his retirement in 2024.
Author and poet Joshua Dickerson delivered the featured address, focusing on service and the difference individuals can make for their neighbors. Organizers also emphasized encouraging younger residents to follow the honorees’ example by finding their own ways to contribute.
An unannounced state inspection found Spalding County Animal Care & Control meeting every applicable requirement reviewed on October 20, according to a county announcement.
The visit followed a complaint about shelter conditions and cat care. The inspector found clean cat housing and litter boxes, fresh food and water, and animals that appeared well cared for. The review also covered sanitation, records, ventilation, temperature control and conditions throughout the facility.
Georgia’s Department of Agriculture oversees licensed shelters through its Companion Animal/Equine Program. Government shelters also submit monthly intake and outcome reports, providing another way for residents to follow shelter operations.
The findings describe conditions at the time of the visit. County leaders welcomed the results while identifying continued improvement as the department’s goal.
Tuesday, November 3, will be a remote learning day for all Griffin-Spalding County School System students. Families should plan for students to complete schoolwork away from campus.
The date appears on the approved 2026–27 calendar, which also schedules district professional learning for staff that day. November 3 counts as an instructional day in the first semester. Families should watch school and teacher messages for assignment details, materials and access instructions.
Now is a good time to review childcare arrangements and check any device or connection needs. Questions about classroom plans should go to the school or teacher.
Another date to flag: Tuesday, January 5, 2027, is scheduled for the same combination of remote student learning and staff professional development. Marking both dates now can help caregivers plan ahead.
Monday & Thursday: Carver (610 Carver Rd) and Woodroof (4245 Old Atlanta Rd) 11am-7pm
Tuesday & Friday: Blalock (5756 Newnan Rd) and Cabin (3865 Jackson Rd)
11am-7pm
Saturday: All centers open 7am-1pm (plus Akin for bulky items only)
Sunday & Wednesday: Closed
Got big stuff? The Akin Collection Center (841 S McDonough Rd) is for bulky items only—no regular household garbage. Open Saturdays 7am-1pm.
All centers closed on county holidays.
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Scarecrows in the Garden
When: Friday, October 30, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What: Take a fall stroll through the UGA Research and Education Garden to see handmade scarecrows created by local businesses, schools, families, and community groups. Friday is the final day of the seasonal display. Free and open to the public.
Where: UGA Research and Education Garden, 129 West Ellis Road, Griffin, GA 30223
Griffin Farmers Market
When: Friday, October 30, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
What: UGA Extension Spalding County hosts the season’s final Friday farmers market at the Kiwanis Fairgrounds. Browse produce, honey, boiled peanuts, and other offerings from area vendors.
Where: Kiwanis Fairgrounds, 1025 South Hill Street, Griffin, GA 30224
The Brownstone Experience: Flirt After Work
When: Friday, October 30, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Brownstone Worldwide invites professionals to unwind and connect over live music, an R&B sing-along, and roundtable conversations. Food and a cash bar are available. Space is limited, and tickets are available through the event page.
Where: 529 North Expressway, Griffin, GA 30223
Trunk or Treat at Relevant Church
When: Friday, October 30, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
What: Relevant Church welcomes families to the parking lot of its future Griffin campus for free candy and inflatables, with Kona Ice available for purchase. The church is partnering with CrossFit South Atlanta and Club Fitness. Costumes and candy buckets are encouraged.
Where: Relevant Church Griffin Campus, 549 North Expressway, Griffin, GA
Meet Loaf: The Ultimate Tribute
When: Friday, October 30, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Meet Loaf brings the music of Meat Loaf and songwriter Jim Steinman to the Griffin Opera House. The theatrical tribute draws on songs from Bat Out of Hell and other familiar Steinman hits. Tickets are available through the event page.
Where: Griffin Opera House, 102 North Hill Street, Griffin, GA 30223
Trick or Treat Through Time
When: Saturday, October 31, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What: Families can collect treats while exploring exhibits and learning about Griffin and Spalding County history at Our Legacy Museum. The museum is housed in the historic Fairmont High School. Costumes are welcome, and admission is free.
Where: Our Legacy Museum, 547 North 3rd Street, Griffin, GA 30223
Southside Baptist Church Fall Festival
When: Saturday, October 31, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Southside Baptist Church welcomes everyone to a free evening of Halloween fun featuring inflatables, games, a cake walk, pony rides, hayrides, and trunk-or-treating with plenty of candy. Enjoy BBQ plates, boiled peanuts, s’mores, popcorn, and snow cones. A seating area gives parents and caregivers a place to gather while children enjoy the festivities. All food and activities are free.
Where: Southside Baptist Church, 1332 Zebulon Road, Griffin, GA 30224
Travolta: A Tribute to Studio 54 and More
When: Saturday, October 31, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Travolta brings disco-era favorites and dance-pop hits to the Griffin Opera House. Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite disco attire for the show. Tickets are available through the event page.
Where: Griffin Opera House, 102 North Hill Street, Griffin, GA 30223
Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat
When: Sunday, November 1, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
What: Manna From Above hosts its eighth annual fall festival and trunk-or-treat with a free kids’ zone, hot dogs, games, music, cake walks, and vendors. Costumes are optional, and the event is listed as free.
Where: 601 Camp Northern Road, Griffin, GA 30224
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Enjoy the Halloween fun, save a little candy for yourself, and look out for your neighbors!
