The Bellamy Brothers to headline 1945 Dade County Fair in 2026

About the Bellamy Brothers: THE BELLAMY BROTHERS: THE LOVE STILL FLOWS… Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself—music that celebrates 50 years of success in 2025. The road that started on the pop... Read More.

Severe Storms Cause Flash Flooding and Evacuations in Catoosa County

Severe Storms Cause Flash Flooding and Evacuations in Catoosa County CATOOSA COUNTY, GA – Neighbors to our east faced a dangerous night Tuesday as severe storms brought heavy rain and flash flooding to Catoosa County, forcing dozens of residents from their homes. Several inches of rain... Read More.
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Judge House Swears In New Assistant District Attorney Caitlin Banks

Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit – The Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit welcomed its newest member to the prosecution team this week, as Judge House officially swore in Caitlin Banks as an Assistant District Attorney. Banks joins the District Attorney’s Office with a commitment to serving justice... Read More.

Dalton State, GNTC to Host First Northwest Georgia Workforce Summit

Dalton State College and Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) are partnering to host the inaugural Northwest Georgia Workforce Summit on Friday, August 22, at Dalton State’s Gignilliat Hall. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. and will bring together educators, business leaders, and community partners... Read More.
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Trenton says no to Groovy Nomad

By Vince Lennon Trenton, GA - It appears construction plans for the city of Trenton's first proposed "boutique lounge" will stay on the proverbial dusty shelf for Ryan and Melissa Faircloth, owners of the Groovy Nomad on the city's north end.   The Dade County couple who... Read More.

Authorities Warn of Donation Scam Targeting Local Residents

Local fire departments are warning the community about a scam involving individuals posing as representatives to solicit donations. Davis Fire Department and New Home Fire Department stress that they are not going door-to-door, making phone calls, or sending messages to request donations. Any such contact... Read More.
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Cruelty Charges Dropped Against Former Dade County Nursing Home Owner

Cruelty Charges Dropped Against Former Dade County Nursing Home Owner TRENTON, GA – Cruelty charges have been dropped against a Dade County nursing home owner who was arrested in June 2021 after deputies found residents living in extreme heat with minimal staffing. Deputies arrested Kent Allen... Read More.
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GDOT to Temporarily Close I-59 Southbound Near Trenton This Morning

TRENTON, Ga. — The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will temporarily shut down I-59 Southbound between Slygo Road and Trenton this morning. Officials say the closure is expected to last less than 20 minutes. Drivers are advised that the shutdown could impact school traffic in... Read More.

Traffic Stop in Jackson County Leads to Drug Trafficking Arrest

A traffic stop earlier this week led to the arrest of a man on multiple drug-related charges after authorities discovered a significant quantity of methamphetamine. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO), the stop occurred on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, along Steam Plant Road.... Read More.