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USDA to Conduct Rabies Vaccine Bait Drop in Dade County October 21–28

Friday, October 10

USDA to Conduct Rabies Vaccine Bait Drop in Dade County October 21–28 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Wildlife Services will distribute oral rabies vaccine (ORV) baits across Dade County from October 21 through October 28 as part of an ongoing regional effort to... Read More.

Dade County Approves Resolution to Pursue Firehouse Subs Public Safety Grant

Thursday, October 9

The Dade County Board of Commissioners has approved Resolution R-40-25, authorizing the county to apply for a public safety grant through the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The decision came during the board’s October workshop meeting. If awarded, the grant would fund equipment designed to... Read More.

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Catoosa Child Molester Sentenced to Life in Prison

Wednesday, October 8

October 8th, 2025 RINGGOLD, GA — On October 1st, 2025, Damien Doming was sentenced to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of Aggravated Sodomy on a Child Less than Ten Years of Age, Aggravated Child Molestation, Incest, and Child Molestation. The case stemmed from... Read More.

Dade County Sheriff’s Office Accepting “Hope for the Holidays” Applications Through Nov. 21

Wednesday, October 8

The Dade County Sheriff’s Office has announced that applications are now open for the annual “Hope for the Holidays” program, which provides assistance to local families in need during the Christmas season. Applications will be accepted through November 21, 2025, and are available 24 hours... Read More.

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Dade County Approves SPLOST Funds to Replace Aging Water Treatment Tank

Tuesday, October 7

DADE COUNTY — The Dade County Board of Commissioners has approved the use of Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) funds to replace the aging backwash tank at the Dade County Water Treatment Plant, ensuring continued reliability of the county’s water system. The $453,312... Read More.

U.S. Postal Service to Close for Columbus Day on Oct. 13

Tuesday, October 7

In observance of the Columbus Day federal holiday, all U.S. Post Office locations across the state and nation will be closed on Monday, Oct. 13. There will be no regular mail delivery or retail services on the holiday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday,... Read More.

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GNTC to Host Open House Events Across All Six Campuses Oct. 16

Tuesday, October 7

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will open its doors to the community during an Open House event on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will take place simultaneously at all six of GNTC’s campuses, offering prospective students and their... Read More.

101 Grams of Methamphetamine, Fentanyl and Marijuana Seized In DeKalb County

Tuesday, October 7

101 Grams of Methamphetamine, Fentanyl and Marijuana Seized FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On Monday, October 6th, the DeKalb County Drugs and Major Crimes Unit culminated a lengthy narcotics investigation which resulted in multiple arrests. The DeKalb County Special Response Team (SRT) executed a search warrant... Read More.

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Townsend Responds to Failed Recall Effort, Reaffirms Transparency in ARPA Fund Use

Tuesday, October 7

Townsend Responds to Recall Effort, Reaffirms Transparency in ARPA Fund Use Dade County Executive Don Townsend has issued a statement following the latest failed recall effort against him, addressing allegations that county officials misused federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Townsend said the claims... Read More.

Two GNTC Students Awarded Gene Haas Scholarship

Tuesday, October 7

Two Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) students have been selected as recipients of the Gene Haas Scholarship, an award recognizing academic achievement and providing financial support to students pursuing careers in advanced manufacturing. Jesse Nicholson of Calhoun and Mayahuel Yaoapoqa of Menlo each received the... Read More.

USDA to Conduct Rabies Vaccine Bait Drop in Dade County October 21–28

Dade County Approves Resolution to Pursue Firehouse Subs Public Safety Grant

Catoosa Child Molester Sentenced to Life in Prison

Dade County Sheriff’s Office Accepting “Hope for the Holidays” Applications Through Nov. 21

Dade County Approves SPLOST Funds to Replace Aging Water Treatment Tank

U.S. Postal Service to Close for Columbus Day on Oct. 13

GNTC to Host Open House Events Across All Six Campuses Oct. 16

101 Grams of Methamphetamine, Fentanyl and Marijuana Seized In DeKalb County

Townsend Responds to Failed Recall Effort, Reaffirms Transparency in ARPA Fund Use

Two GNTC Students Awarded Gene Haas Scholarship

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