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Recount Leaves Dade County District 1 Commission Results Unchanged

Wednesday, May 27

Recount Leaves Dade County District 1 Commission Results Unchanged TRENTON, GA — A recount in the Dade County Commission District 1 race has officially concluded with no changes to the vote totals from the May 19, 2026 General Primary Election. The recount was conducted Wednesday morning... Read More.

Georgia Extends Gas Tax Suspension Through June 2 Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Wednesday, May 27

Georgia drivers will continue to receive relief at the gas pump after Governor Brian Kemp extended the state’s suspension of motor fuel excise taxes through June 2. Kemp declared a State of Emergency and issued Executive Order 05.15.26.02, citing the ongoing impact of rising fuel... Read More.

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Georgia Bulldogs Prepare For Key Early Matchups In 2026 Season

Wednesday, May 27

The Georgia Bulldogs are preparing for another highly anticipated football season as the early portion of the 2026 schedule begins to take shape. No. 3 Georgia will open its home slate on Saturday, Sept. 5 when the Bulldogs host Tennessee State in Athens. Kickoff is... Read More.

Dade County Board of Elections Announces Recount in District 1 Commission Race

Wednesday, May 27

Dade County Board of Elections Announces Recount in District 1 Commission Race TRENTON, GA — The Dade County Board of Elections and Registration has announced a special called recount for the County Commissioner District 1 race following the May 19, 2026 General Primary Election. According to... Read More.

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Georgia DPS Releases Updated Memorial Day Weekend Travel Numbers

Monday, May 25

Update: The Georgia Department of Public Safety reported hundreds of arrests and traffic-related incidents across the state during the Memorial Day holiday travel period, which ran from Friday evening through Monday. According to DPS, officers and troopers made 329 driving under the influence arrests during... Read More.

TDOT’s I-24 Widening Project Near Chattanooga Faces $300 Million Cost Increase

Monday, May 25

A major Tennessee transportation project aimed at easing chronic traffic congestion between Dade County and Chattanooga is expected to cost significantly more than originally planned, according to state transportation officials. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) says the long-discussed Interstate 24 widening and interchange improvement... Read More.

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Dade County Awarded Civic Experiment Grant Through THRIVE Regional Partnership

Monday, May 25

Dade County Awarded Civic Experiment Grant Through THRIVE Regional Partnership TRENTON, GA — Dade County has been selected as a recipient of the Civic Experiment grant program through THRIVE Regional Partnership and the Trust for Civic Life. The... Read More.

Community Gathers for Memorial Day Service Hosted by American Legion Post 106 in Trenton

Monday, May 25

Community Gathers for Memorial Day Service Hosted by American Legion Post 106 in Trenton TRENTON, GA — Community members gathered Saturday morning at the Dade County Administration Building as American Legion Post 106 hosted its annual Memorial Day Service honoring the men and women who... Read More.

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1945 Dade County Fair Seeking Vendors for July 4 Celebration in Trenton

Monday, May 25

The 1945 Dade County Fair is gearing up for another big Independence Day celebration, and organizers are now inviting vendors to be part of one of Dade County’s most anticipated Fourth of July traditions. Vendor applications are officially open for the July 4, 2026 celebration... Read More.

Dade County Included in Flood Watch Through Monday Night

Monday, May 25

Residents in Dade County and across much of north Georgia are being urged to remain alert for possible flooding as periods of heavy rainfall continue through late Monday night. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued a Flood Watch Sunday afternoon for a large... Read More.

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