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GNTC Celebrates 15 Graduates of Electrical Lineworker Program

Wednesday, July 15

Fifteen students completed Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Electrical Lineworker program on Wednesday, July 15, during a graduation ceremony held at the college’s Polk County Campus in Rockmart. The graduates successfully completed the program’s intensive 10-week training course, which prepares students for careers in the... Read More.

Protect Yourself and Your Family From Cyclosporiasis – Take Precautions When Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Tuesday, July 14

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging Georgians to take extra precautions when purchasing, preparing, and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables to help prevent cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal disease. At this time, DPH is not aware of any Georgia-specific outbreaks, clusters, or potential... Read More.

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Dade County Property Tax Assessment Appeal Deadline Set for July 20

Tuesday, July 14

Dade County property owners who wish to challenge their 2026 property tax assessment have less than a week remaining to file an appeal. The deadline to submit an appeal is Monday, July 20, 2026, according to the Dade County Tax Assessor's Office. Property assessment notices for... Read More.

Operation Southern Slow Down Underway Across Georgia and Tennessee

Monday, July 13

As summer travel increases across Tennessee and Georgia, law enforcement agencies are stepping up traffic enforcement and urging motorists to slow down behind the wheel. Georgia and Tennessee have joined Alabama, South Carolina and Florida for the annual Operation Southern Slow Down, a weeklong campaign... Read More.

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Dade Middle School Announces Open House Ahead of New School Year

Monday, July 13

Dade Middle School is inviting students and their families to attend its annual Open House on Wednesday, August 5, as preparations continue for the start of the new school year. The event will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and will give students... Read More.

EMERGENCY SHORTAGE: Donors needed now to stop alarming drop in Red Cross blood supply

Monday, July 13

The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and... Read More.

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Existing Home Sales Slow in June as U.S. Median Home Price Reaches Record High

Monday, July 13

Sales of existing homes slowed in June as home prices reached a record high, underscoring ongoing affordability challenges for buyers despite modest improvements in housing inventory. According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales declined 2.4% from May to a seasonally adjusted annual... Read More.

Dade Elementary Releases 2026-2027 School Supply Lists for All Grade Levels

Saturday, July 11

Families with students attending Dade Elementary School can now begin preparing for the upcoming school year after the school released its 2026-2027 school supply lists for every grade level, from Pre-K through fifth grade. The lists outline the classroom essentials students will need when they... Read More.

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Dade County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents About Rise in Fake Toll Text Scams

Saturday, July 11

The Dade County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be on the lookout for a growing text message scam targeting drivers by claiming they owe unpaid toll fees. As part of its "Fraud Friday" public awareness campaign, the sheriff's office says scammers are sending fraudulent... Read More.

McLemore Resort Faces State Penalty, Construction Freeze Following Wastewater Violations

Friday, July 10

The McLemore Resort in Rising Fawn is facing a proposed state penalty and a halt on new construction after two raw sewage spills and more than 100 wastewater permit violations, according to a report by WRCB News Channel 3 Chattanooga. Records obtained by WRCB from... Read More.

GNTC Celebrates 15 Graduates of Electrical Lineworker Program

Protect Yourself and Your Family From Cyclosporiasis – Take Precautions When Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Dade County Property Tax Assessment Appeal Deadline Set for July 20

Operation Southern Slow Down Underway Across Georgia and Tennessee

Dade Middle School Announces Open House Ahead of New School Year

EMERGENCY SHORTAGE: Donors needed now to stop alarming drop in Red Cross blood supply

Existing Home Sales Slow in June as U.S. Median Home Price Reaches Record High

Dade Elementary Releases 2026-2027 School Supply Lists for All Grade Levels

Dade County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents About Rise in Fake Toll Text Scams

McLemore Resort Faces State Penalty, Construction Freeze Following Wastewater Violations

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