Loading advertisement…

Dade BOE’s HB 581 Foregone Conclusion Now Official

As expected and with no public opposition present, the Dade County Board of Education Monday afternoon formally voted unanimously to opt-out of participating in Georgia's new statewide floating homestead exemption known as House Bill 581. The new law became effective January 1st, after 63% of... Read More.
Loading advertisement…

Recommendations To Reduce Risk Of Home Fires During Winter Months

According to the National Fire Protection Association,(NFPA), December through February are the months with the highest risk of home heating fires. “Each winter, when heating systems kick into high gear, so do the number of home heating fires,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of... Read More.
Loading advertisement…

Dekalb County Sheriff Ider Shooting Update 1/24/25

From the Dekalb County Sheriff Office Website: FORT PAYNE, Ala. - - On January 14th, 2025, at approximately 11:26 pm Dekalb County Deputies, along with Officers with Henagar Police Department and Ider Police Department, responded to Red Bud Drive in Ider in regard to a... Read More.

Dade BOE Poised For HB 581 Opt Out

After the third and final public hearing as required by law Thursday night, the Dade County Board of Education is poised to formally opt out from participating in Georgia's recently enacted tax homestead law known as House Bill 581, in a board vote scheduled... Read More.

Dekalb County Sheriff Warns About A Scam

From the Dekalb County Sheriff Office: ******** SCAM ALERT ******** We have received reports concerning fraudulent posts and numerous compromised Facebook accounts, leading to individuals being scammed and losing money. It is important to remain cautious when using Facebook to purchase goods. Scammers and hackers frequently... Read More.