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Dade County Voters To Decide Whether To Shift More Of The Tax Burden From Property Owners To Consumers

Sunday, July 5

Dade County Voters to Decide Whether to Shift More of the Tax Burden from Property Owners to Consumers TRENTON, Ga. — Dade County voters will have the opportunity this November to decide whether a larger share of funding for county government should come from sales... Read More.

AAA Warns Fireworks Can Bring Costly Risks Along With Independence Day Celebrations

Friday, July 3

As families across Georgia prepare to celebrate Independence Day, AAA – The Auto Club Group is reminding homeowners that fireworks can pose more than just a safety hazard. They can also lead to significant property damage, injuries, and potential liability issues. While fireworks remain a... Read More.

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Dade Commission Places Two Sales Tax Referendums on November Ballot, Approves New EMS Agreement

Friday, July 3

Dade County Commission Places Two Sales Tax Referendums on November Ballot, Approves New EMS Agreement TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Board of Commissioners took several major actions during its July meeting, including placing two local sales tax referendums on the November General Election ballot,... Read More.

Dade County Executive Announces Immediate Hiring Freeze as County Continues FY27 Budget Reductions

Thursday, July 2

Dade County Executive Announces Immediate Hiring Freeze as County Continues FY27 Budget Reductions TRENTON, Ga. — Dade County Executive Don Townsend has announced an immediate countywide hiring freeze as county leaders continue efforts to reduce spending and balance the Fiscal Year 2027 budget while avoiding... Read More.

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Dade County Opens Cooling Shelters Through Sunday as Extreme Heat Warning Continues

Thursday, July 2

Dade County Opens Cooling Shelters Through Sunday as Extreme Heat Warning Continues TRENTON, Ga. — Dade County officials have opened the county's storm shelters as cooling centers to help residents escape dangerous heat expected to continue through the weekend. Dade County Executive Don Townsend has ordered... Read More.

More Than 100 New Georgia Laws Take Effect July 1, Covering Education, Public Safety and Tax Relief

Wednesday, July 1

More than 100 new Georgia laws officially took effect Wednesday, July 1, bringing changes that impact education, public safety, tax policy, workforce development, and families across the state. Georgia Senate Republicans highlighted the new laws as part of their legislative agenda, saying the measures focus... Read More.

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City of Trenton Reminds Residents of Automated Trash Collection Rules Ahead of Enforcement

Tuesday, June 30

The City of Trenton is reminding residents that enforcement of its updated automated trash collection requirements will begin Wednesday, with officials urging everyone to make sure their garbage carts are properly placed to avoid missed pickups. Under the city's guidelines, trash carts must be positioned... Read More.

Two Raw Sewage Spills Reported at McLemore Resort Wastewater Facility

Tuesday, June 30

A troubled sewage treatment system at McLemore Resort on Lookout Mountain experienced two raw sewage spills within a three-month period, according to a report from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division. The report states a lift station within the resort’s wastewater collection system released approximately 60,000... Read More.

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Dade County Schools Releases 2026-2027 Vacation Planner

Tuesday, June 30

Dade County Schools Releases 2026-2027 Vacation Planner TRENTON, Ga. — Even though summer break is just getting started, Dade County Schools is already helping families prepare for the upcoming academic year. The school system has released its 2026-2027 Vacation Planner, giving parents and students an opportunity... Read More.

Dade County Approves FY 2027 Budget; Uses Fund Balance to Close $300,000 Shortfall

Tuesday, June 30

Dade County Commission Approves FY 2027 Budget; Uses Fund Balance to Close $300,000 Shortfall TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Commission has approved the county's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, clearing the way for the spending plan to take effect on July 1. Commissioners spent approximately one... Read More.

Dade County Voters To Decide Whether To Shift More Of The Tax Burden From Property Owners To Consumers

AAA Warns Fireworks Can Bring Costly Risks Along With Independence Day Celebrations

Dade Commission Places Two Sales Tax Referendums on November Ballot, Approves New EMS Agreement

Dade County Executive Announces Immediate Hiring Freeze as County Continues FY27 Budget Reductions

Dade County Opens Cooling Shelters Through Sunday as Extreme Heat Warning Continues

More Than 100 New Georgia Laws Take Effect July 1, Covering Education, Public Safety and Tax Relief

City of Trenton Reminds Residents of Automated Trash Collection Rules Ahead of Enforcement

Two Raw Sewage Spills Reported at McLemore Resort Wastewater Facility

Dade County Schools Releases 2026-2027 Vacation Planner

Dade County Approves FY 2027 Budget; Uses Fund Balance to Close $300,000 Shortfall

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