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President Orders U.S. Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Minneapolis Tragedy Victims

Wednesday, August 27

August 27, 2025 – In response to the tragic events that unfolded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, earlier today, President Donald J. Trump has issued a proclamation ordering the United States flag to be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for the victims. The directive... Read More.

Dade County’s Board of Commissioners Failed To Approve The Proposed 7.75 millage Rate For Unincorporated Areas, With A 7.5 Millage Rate Being Passed Instead, Due To A Split Decision

Wednesday, August 27

Trenton, GA - It appears Dade County will capture approximately $170,000 less than previously anticipated in property taxes as commissioners balked at the proposed 7.75 millage rate for unincorporated areas of Dade County in a specially called meeting Wednesday afternoon of the Dade County Board of... Read More.

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Labor Day Traffic Alert: Georgia DOT Suspends Lane Closures, Offers Travel Tips for Holiday Weekend

Wednesday, August 27

As Labor Day weekend approaches, the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is suspending all interstate lane closures in an effort to ease travel congestion and improve safety during the busy holiday period. The suspension will begin at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, August 29, and... Read More.

Dade Board Of Education Has Rolled back The Millage Rate To 13.530 From 14.000, They Now Will Be Asking Voters To Approve A Seventh ESPLOST In November

Wednesday, August 27

By: Vince Lennon Trenton, GA - The Dade County Board of Education has voted to roll back the millage rate for property owners, as many find higher tax valuations literally hitting home. The school board will also be asking voters to approve a seventh installment of ESPLOST... Read More.

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Dade Executive Says The Accusations leveled In The Recall Application Do Not Align With His Record, Actions Or Responsibilities

Wednesday, August 27

By: Vince Lennon Trenton, GA - A local businessman who identifies himself as a gay redneck and stand up comedian has initiated a recall petition effort for the ouster of Dade County Executive Don Townsend. Coy Williams, who goes by his stage persona Bubba Que, says... Read More.

Final Public Hearing and Vote Set on Dade County 2025 Millage Rate

Tuesday, August 26

Final Public Hearing and Vote Set on Dade County 2025 Millage Rate Dade County, GA – County leaders are preparing for the final round of public hearings before adopting the 2025 millage rate. The Board of Commissioners will hold its last public hearing on Wednesday, August... Read More.

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Multi-Vehicle Wreck Temporarily Shuts Down I-59 Southbound in Dade County

Tuesday, August 26

DADE COUNTY, Ga. – A multi-vehicle crash late Monday night temporarily closed Interstate 59 southbound in Dade County. According to Trenton-Dade County Fire, the wreck involved multiple vehicles and resulted in injuries. Authorities have not yet released how many people were hurt or the severity... Read More.

Wayfinding Project Brings New Information Kiosk to Downtown Trenton

Monday, August 25

TRENTON, GA – Downtown Trenton will soon be easier to navigate thanks to a new information kiosk set to be installed as part of the city’s Wayfinding Signage Project. The first phase of the project includes the addition of a Downtown Information Directory Kiosk, which... Read More.

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Dade County Man Killed in Gordon County In Head On Collision

Monday, August 25

Dade County Man Killed in Gordon County Collision Following High-Speed Pursuit GORDON COUNTY, GA — August 23, 2025 – A fatal head-on collision on State Route 53 in Gordon County has claimed the life of Donald Brandon Franks, 49, of Lookout Mountain, Georgia. The Gordon County... Read More.

Recall Petition Launched Against Dade County Executive

Sunday, August 24

Recall Petition Launched Against Dade County Executive TRENTON, GA – A recall petition effort has been initiated against Dade County Executive Don Townsend, marking the beginning of a rare process in local politics that could ultimately lead to a special recall election. The petition is being... Read More.

President Orders U.S. Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Minneapolis Tragedy Victims

Dade County’s Board of Commissioners Failed To Approve The Proposed 7.75 millage Rate For Unincorporated Areas, With A 7.5 Millage Rate Being Passed Instead, Due To A Split Decision

Labor Day Traffic Alert: Georgia DOT Suspends Lane Closures, Offers Travel Tips for Holiday Weekend

Dade Board Of Education Has Rolled back The Millage Rate To 13.530 From 14.000, They Now Will Be Asking Voters To Approve A Seventh ESPLOST In November

Dade Executive Says The Accusations leveled In The Recall Application Do Not Align With His Record, Actions Or Responsibilities

Final Public Hearing and Vote Set on Dade County 2025 Millage Rate

Multi-Vehicle Wreck Temporarily Shuts Down I-59 Southbound in Dade County

Wayfinding Project Brings New Information Kiosk to Downtown Trenton

Dade County Man Killed in Gordon County In Head On Collision

Recall Petition Launched Against Dade County Executive

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