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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.

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Dade County Observes Fire Prevention Week October 5–11

Tuesday, October 7

TRENTON, Ga. (October 5, 2025) — The Dade County Board of Commissioners has officially declared October 5–11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in Dade County, encouraging residents to take steps to safeguard their homes and families from fire hazards. Chairman Don Townsend presented the proclamation... Read More.

Third Recall Bid Against Dade County Executive Don Townsend Fails

Monday, October 6

Third Recall Bid Against Dade County Executive Don Townsend Fails TRENTON, Ga. — A third attempt to initiate a recall of Dade County Executive Don Townsend has failed after organizers submitted only 68 signatures—short of the 100 required to advance the petition. The recall application was... Read More.

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Dade County Schools Aims For 100% Attendance on FTE Day, Sets Parent/Teacher Conference Day, Tuesday Oct 7Th

Sunday, October 5

Dade County Schools Aims for 100% Attendance on FTE Day, Sets Parent/Teacher Conference Day Trenton, Ga. — Dade County Schools is calling for perfect attendance on Tuesday, Oct. 7, as the district participates in FTE Day—the state’s Full-Time Equivalent count that helps determine school funding.... Read More.

Traffic Stop Leads to Handgun Found on DeKalb County, Ala., School Grounds; Suspect Jailed, No Threat to Students

Sunday, October 5

Late last week deputies with the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of a local high school. During the course of the stop, deputies located an empty holster inside the suspect's vehicle, raising concerns that a firearm may... Read More.

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

Dade County Observes Fire Prevention Week October 5–11

Third Recall Bid Against Dade County Executive Don Townsend Fails

Dade County Schools Aims For 100% Attendance on FTE Day, Sets Parent/Teacher Conference Day, Tuesday Oct 7Th

Traffic Stop Leads to Handgun Found on DeKalb County, Ala., School Grounds; Suspect Jailed, No Threat to Students

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