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UPDATE Severe Line of Storms Associated With Strong Cold Front May Bring Damaging Winds

Thursday, January 12

***UPDATE*** County Executive Ted Rumley and Evan Stone discuss Dade County's response to upcoming inclement weather; For live and updated information, check and continue to follow the Dade County Civic Alerts at; https://www.dadecounty-ga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=88 From the National Weather Service - Overview A strong to severe line of storms associated with... Read More.

Commissioners Powell and Wooten Added to Animal Shelter Sub-Committee

Wednesday, January 11

The City of Trenton hosted their regular January meeting, Monday January 9th. During the meeting, much conversation focused on the upcoming City/County Animal Shelter project that the citizens of Trenton and Dade County have been requesting on SPLOST elections for over a decade. Both County... Read More.

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As Gas Tax Exemption Expires, Georgians Will Feel Price Raises at the Pump

Wednesday, January 11

Georgians will notice a rise in the prices at the pump as the gas tax exemption ends Wednesday. In March, 2022, Governor Brian Kemp signed into law a gas tax exemption to ease the burden placed on Georgians after national inflation, suspending the gas tax... Read More.

Georgia Bulldogs Seek Repeat National Championship Title on KWN Radio FM 101.3/1420AM

Monday, January 9

All season, News Talk and Sports Radio KWN has brought you coverage of the reigning National Champion Georgia Bulldogs, and this Monday's Title game is no different. Pre-game coverage of the 2022/2023 College Football National Championship Game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Texas Christian... Read More.

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Dade County Board of Elections and Registration to Meet January 19 in the Dade Board of Elections Office

Monday, January 9

BOARD MEETING The Dade County Board of Elections and Registration will meet January 19, 2023 at 2:00 in the Dade County Board of Elections and Registration Office, located at 71 Case Ave., Trenton, Georgia 30752 for the purpose of discussing advance/ early voting hours. The... Read More.

SPLOST and ARPA Funds Approved for Snow Removal, Groundskeeping, and Power During January Dade Commission Meeting

Friday, January 6

The Dade County Board of Commissioners met Thursday evening for their monthly work session. County Executive Ted Rumley was not in attendance due to illness. During the meeting, the following were approved for SPLOST and ARPA funds; There was an update to the Historic Courthouse... Read More.

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Woman Recovering From Injuries After Being Hit By Train in Dade County

Friday, January 6

According to Dade County Sergeant Chad Payne, a Dade County woman was struck by a train around 9:45 Eastern on Thursday night. The woman was hit in the area of Highway 11 and Belk Road. According to Payne, the woman was transported to Erlanger with... Read More.

UPDATE DCSO Makes Substantial Fentanyl Trafficking Arrest

Thursday, January 5

The following individuals were arrested and charged with substantial fentanyl-related felonies recently by the Dade County Sheriff's Office-- Cory Myers of Trenton arrested on 12/20/2022*Possession of Methamphetamine*Manufacture/deliver/Distribute/Administer/Sell/Possess w/ Intent to Distribute C.S.*Trafficking in Cocaine, Illegal Drugs, Marijuana, or Methamphetamine*Possession of a Firearm or Knife During... Read More.

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Dade County Board of Commissioners to Meet Thursday; Work Session @ 6pm, Meeting at 7pm

Thursday, January 5

The Dade County Board of Commissioners will meet on Thursday evening at 6:00pm for their monthly public meeting, beginning with an hour work session and concluding with their regularly scheduled meeting. Both meetings will be held at the Commission Center and are open to... Read More.

Dade County Unemployment Rates Remain Low- 2.5%

Wednesday, January 4

According to the Georgia Department of Labor, Georgia Unemployment Rate is sitting at 3.0%. This compares to the overall United States unemployment rate which is steady at 3.4% during the month of November. Dade County unemployment is below both averages at 2.5%. Local communities compare... Read More.

UPDATE Severe Line of Storms Associated With Strong Cold Front May Bring Damaging Winds

Commissioners Powell and Wooten Added to Animal Shelter Sub-Committee

As Gas Tax Exemption Expires, Georgians Will Feel Price Raises at the Pump

Georgia Bulldogs Seek Repeat National Championship Title on KWN Radio FM 101.3/1420AM

Dade County Board of Elections and Registration to Meet January 19 in the Dade Board of Elections Office

SPLOST and ARPA Funds Approved for Snow Removal, Groundskeeping, and Power During January Dade Commission Meeting

Woman Recovering From Injuries After Being Hit By Train in Dade County

UPDATE DCSO Makes Substantial Fentanyl Trafficking Arrest

Dade County Board of Commissioners to Meet Thursday; Work Session @ 6pm, Meeting at 7pm

Dade County Unemployment Rates Remain Low- 2.5%

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