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Dade Elementary Releases 2026-2027 School Supply Lists for All Grade Levels

Saturday, July 11

Families with students attending Dade Elementary School can now begin preparing for the upcoming school year after the school released its 2026-2027 school supply lists for every grade level, from Pre-K through fifth grade. The lists outline the classroom essentials students will need when they... Read More.

Dade County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents About Rise in Fake Toll Text Scams

Saturday, July 11

The Dade County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be on the lookout for a growing text message scam targeting drivers by claiming they owe unpaid toll fees. As part of its "Fraud Friday" public awareness campaign, the sheriff's office says scammers are sending fraudulent... Read More.

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McLemore Resort Faces State Penalty, Construction Freeze Following Wastewater Violations

Friday, July 10

The McLemore Resort in Rising Fawn is facing a proposed state penalty and a halt on new construction after two raw sewage spills and more than 100 wastewater permit violations, according to a report by WRCB News Channel 3 Chattanooga. Records obtained by WRCB from... Read More.

Trenton City Commission to Consider SPLOST Purchases, Tax Agreements at Monday Meeting

Thursday, July 9

Trenton City Commission to Consider SPLOST Purchases, Tax Agreements at Monday Meeting TRENTON, Ga. — The Trenton City Commission will meet Monday evening July 13th with a agenda that includes consideration of public safety equipment purchases, intergovernmental tax agreements with Dade County, and several community... Read More.

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Operation Southern Slow Down Returns July 13-19 Across Five Southeastern States

Wednesday, July 8

Drivers traveling through Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Florida, and South Carolina should expect increased law enforcement patrols next week as the annual Operation Southern Slow Down campaign returns. The ninth annual speed enforcement and public awareness campaign will run July 13 through July 19, with state... Read More.

DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Reports 68 Calls During Fourth of July Weekend

Wednesday, July 8

The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office says deputies remained busy throughout the Fourth of July weekend, responding to dozens of calls while working to keep the community safe. According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to a total of 68 calls for service over the holiday... Read More.

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Twelve Killed on Georgia Roads During Independence Day Holiday Travel Period

Tuesday, July 7

Twelve people were killed in traffic crashes across Georgia during the 78-hour Independence Day holiday travel period, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The holiday enforcement period began at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, and ended at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 5. Georgia State... Read More.

USPS Stamp Prices Increasing Sunday as Postal Service Continues Financial Struggles

Tuesday, July 7

Mailing a letter will soon cost more as the U.S. Postal Service moves forward with another postage rate increase aimed at improving its financial outlook. Beginning Sunday, July 12, the price of a First-Class Forever stamp will increase from 78 cents to 82 cents. The... Read More.

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CommonSpirit Temporarily Pauses Some Outpatient Imaging Services Amid Radiology Delays

Monday, July 6

CommonSpirit Health has temporarily paused some outpatient imaging services at its Tennessee and North Georgia facilities as it works to resolve ongoing radiology delays tied to a transition to a new radiology services provider. The health system announced Monday that software issues related to the... Read More.

Gas Prices Dip, Local Prices Among Georgia’s Best

Monday, July 6

Motorists in Dade, Walker and Catoosa counties continue to enjoy some of the lowest gas prices in Georgia as fuel costs decline following the Independence Day holiday. According to AAA, the Catoosa-Dade-Walker metro area has the state’s second-lowest average price for regular gasoline at $3.37... Read More.

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