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Dade County Commission to Consider Final Approval of FY 2027 Budget, Just Over 16 Million Tuesday

Monday, June 29

Dade County Commission to Consider Final Approval of FY 2027 Budget Tuesday TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Commission will take the final step in adopting the county's Fiscal Year 2027 budget during a Special Called Meeting on Tuesday, June 30. The meeting will begin at... Read More.

Record Fourth of July Travel Expected as Dade County Residents Hit the Road

Monday, June 29

If it seems like more people are packing up for a Fourth of July getaway this year, the numbers back it up. AAA projects more than 2.4 million Georgians will travel at least 50 miles from home during the Independence Day holiday travel period, which... Read More.

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GNTC Free Application Week Begins Monday for Fall 2026 Students

Sunday, June 28

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is giving prospective students a chance to apply for the upcoming fall semester without paying the usual application fee during Free Application Week, which begins this week. From Monday, June 29, through Sunday, July 5, GNTC will waive its $25... Read More.

Dade County Sheriff’s Office to Host Community Blood Drive June 30

Friday, June 26

Community members will have an opportunity to help save lives while celebrating America's 250th birthday during an upcoming blood drive at the Dade County Sheriff's Office. The blood drive, hosted in partnership with Blood Assurance, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, from 1:30 p.m. to... Read More.

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Georgia Officials Urge Residents to Watch for Invasive Yellow-Legged Hornets

Friday, June 26

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is asking residents across the state to remain alert for signs of the invasive yellow-legged hornet as officials work to stop the species from becoming established in Georgia. Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J. Harper said the department is especially urging residents... Read More.

North Georgia Unemployment Rates Remain Below State, National Averages : Dade at 2.9%

Thursday, June 25

North Georgia Unemployment Rates Remain Below State, National Averages Unemployment across much of northwest Georgia remained below both the state and national averages in the latest labor market report, highlighting continued strength in the region's workforce. Dade County posted an unemployment rate of... Read More.

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Georgia DOT Suspends Interstate Lane Closures for July 4 Holiday Travel Period

Thursday, June 25

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is preparing for a busy Independence Day travel weekend by suspending most interstate lane closures across the state to help improve traffic flow and enhance safety for motorists. The suspension will begin at 6 a.m. on Friday, July... Read More.

GNTC announces Free Application Week for the 2026 fall semester

Thursday, June 25

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Week, June 29 through July 5, to help those who are seeking to enroll in the 2026 fall semester. GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming... Read More.

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Dade County School Board Approves FY 2026-27 Budget; Millage Rate Increase Expected

Wednesday, June 24

Dade County School Board Approves FY 2026-27 Budget; Millage Rate Increase Expected TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Board of Education has approved its budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, but school officials say the spending plan includes a deficit that will require additional local... Read More.

GNTC Warns Students About Financial Aid Phishing Emails

Tuesday, June 23

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is warning students about a phishing email campaign targeting members of the college community. According to GNTC, fraudulent emails have recently been sent to some students from an address appearing to be the school's Financial Aid Office at [email protected]. While... Read More.

Dade County Commission to Consider Final Approval of FY 2027 Budget, Just Over 16 Million Tuesday

Record Fourth of July Travel Expected as Dade County Residents Hit the Road

GNTC Free Application Week Begins Monday for Fall 2026 Students

Dade County Sheriff’s Office to Host Community Blood Drive June 30

Georgia Officials Urge Residents to Watch for Invasive Yellow-Legged Hornets

North Georgia Unemployment Rates Remain Below State, National Averages : Dade at 2.9%

Georgia DOT Suspends Interstate Lane Closures for July 4 Holiday Travel Period

GNTC announces Free Application Week for the 2026 fall semester

Dade County School Board Approves FY 2026-27 Budget; Millage Rate Increase Expected

GNTC Warns Students About Financial Aid Phishing Emails

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