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Dade High School and Dade Middle School Transitioning to Remote Learning for the Remainder of the Week

Tuesday, August 17

Due to the rising number of positive cases, as well as the need to quarantine; Dade County High School and Dade County Middle School will transition their education to virtual learning starting Wednesday. According to Dade County School Superintendent Josh Ingle, this does not... Read More.

Property Tax Rate Set; Collection of School Taxes Accepted By Dade Commission

Tuesday, August 17

In Monday's special called meeting of the Dade County Commission; the unincorporated millage rate was set at 8.000 mills and the incorporated millage rate was set at 10.7330 mills. This acceptance followed three public hearings where members of the public were presented with the... Read More.

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(UPDATED) Dade County Schools Tighten COVID-19 Procedures Starting Today August 16

Monday, August 16

New COVID-19 Procedures go into effect today Monday August 16. Rising numbers of COVID-19 has caused the School system to update the guidelines. The big changes are in quarantine procedures and temperature checks. Below are the full guidelines. Dade County School Superintendent said the... Read More.

New High School Football Preview Show/Podcast to Air on News Radio KWN 101.3FM/1420AM

Friday, August 13

News Radio KWN 101.3 FM and 1420 AM is proud to present, “Friday Night Showdown.” Friday Night Showdown will feature weekly in-depth, professional breakdowns of high-profile and rivalry high school match ups across the Tennessee Valley. The radio show and podcast will run for... Read More.

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With Delta Variant on the Rise, Sheriff’s Department Limits Visits to Appointment-Only

Thursday, August 12

As the Delta variant of COVID-19 continues to rise within the region, the Dade County Sheriff's Department has decided to close their lobby due to safety concerns. The following is a notice from their Facebook page: The Lobby of the Sheriff's Office will be closing... Read More.

Liquor-by-the-Drink and Liquor Stores are Now in the Hands of the Voters

Tuesday, August 10

Due to a change in State Law this past year that now gives local city voters control over liquor sales, the Trenton City Council on Monday moved to allow three different resolutions to come before the voter in November. Sunday Alcohol Sales, Liquor-by-the-Drink, and... Read More.

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Controversial Ordinance Amendments Tabled by Commission Until Future Meetings

Tuesday, August 10

The Dade County Board of Commissioners had their scheduled August meeting on Thursday, August 5th; and those that attended to see the results of the highly controversial proposed amendments to the Parades and Special Events Ordinances and Alcoholic Beverage Ordinances will have to wait... Read More.

State Honors Philip Street With Memorial Designation of US HWY 11 and GA HWY 299

Monday, August 9

Family, friends, and Dade County residents gathered at the intersection of US HWY 11 and GA HWY 299 on Monday to honor the memory of beloved Sheriff Philip Street. Street was Sheriff of Dade County for 20 years, spanning from 1984 to 2004. Street passed last... Read More.

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Employee’s Positive COVID Test Puts Dade Health and Rehabilitation Back in Outbreak Mode

Monday, August 9

According to the Dade Health and Rehabilitation’s Facebook page, an unnamed employee tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend. This update is forcing the facility into outbreak mode: all in-person visitation, including indoor and outdoor, is halted along with resident excursions. Resident excursions may... Read More.

David Carroll Recounts Dade History at Alliance for Dade Lunch & Learn

Friday, August 6

The Alliance for Dade, Dade’s Chamber of Commerce, hosted a Lunch & Learn Thursday, August 5th. Over 50 members of the community, including investors in the Alliance, attended the luncheon. Chairman George Williams thanks the attendees and investors. Special guest speaker David Carroll (Evening Anchor at... Read More.

Dade High School and Dade Middle School Transitioning to Remote Learning for the Remainder of the Week

Property Tax Rate Set; Collection of School Taxes Accepted By Dade Commission

(UPDATED) Dade County Schools Tighten COVID-19 Procedures Starting Today August 16

New High School Football Preview Show/Podcast to Air on News Radio KWN 101.3FM/1420AM

With Delta Variant on the Rise, Sheriff’s Department Limits Visits to Appointment-Only

Liquor-by-the-Drink and Liquor Stores are Now in the Hands of the Voters

Controversial Ordinance Amendments Tabled by Commission Until Future Meetings

State Honors Philip Street With Memorial Designation of US HWY 11 and GA HWY 299

Employee’s Positive COVID Test Puts Dade Health and Rehabilitation Back in Outbreak Mode

David Carroll Recounts Dade History at Alliance for Dade Lunch & Learn

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