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Trenton City Commission to Consider SPLOST Purchases, Tax Agreements at Monday Meeting

Thursday, July 9

Trenton City Commission to Consider SPLOST Purchases, Tax Agreements at Monday Meeting TRENTON, Ga. — The Trenton City Commission will meet Monday evening July 13th with a agenda that includes consideration of public safety equipment purchases, intergovernmental tax agreements with Dade County, and several community... Read More.

Operation Southern Slow Down Returns July 13-19 Across Five Southeastern States

Wednesday, July 8

Drivers traveling through Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Florida, and South Carolina should expect increased law enforcement patrols next week as the annual Operation Southern Slow Down campaign returns. The ninth annual speed enforcement and public awareness campaign will run July 13 through July 19, with state... Read More.

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DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Reports 68 Calls During Fourth of July Weekend

Wednesday, July 8

The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office says deputies remained busy throughout the Fourth of July weekend, responding to dozens of calls while working to keep the community safe. According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to a total of 68 calls for service over the holiday... Read More.

Twelve Killed on Georgia Roads During Independence Day Holiday Travel Period

Tuesday, July 7

Twelve people were killed in traffic crashes across Georgia during the 78-hour Independence Day holiday travel period, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The holiday enforcement period began at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, and ended at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 5. Georgia State... Read More.

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USPS Stamp Prices Increasing Sunday as Postal Service Continues Financial Struggles

Tuesday, July 7

Mailing a letter will soon cost more as the U.S. Postal Service moves forward with another postage rate increase aimed at improving its financial outlook. Beginning Sunday, July 12, the price of a First-Class Forever stamp will increase from 78 cents to 82 cents. The... Read More.

CommonSpirit Temporarily Pauses Some Outpatient Imaging Services Amid Radiology Delays

Monday, July 6

CommonSpirit Health has temporarily paused some outpatient imaging services at its Tennessee and North Georgia facilities as it works to resolve ongoing radiology delays tied to a transition to a new radiology services provider. The health system announced Monday that software issues related to the... Read More.

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Gas Prices Dip, Local Prices Among Georgia’s Best

Monday, July 6

Motorists in Dade, Walker and Catoosa counties continue to enjoy some of the lowest gas prices in Georgia as fuel costs decline following the Independence Day holiday. According to AAA, the Catoosa-Dade-Walker metro area has the state’s second-lowest average price for regular gasoline at $3.37... Read More.

Dade County Voters To Decide Whether To Shift More Of The Tax Burden From Property Owners To Consumers

Sunday, July 5

Dade County Voters to Decide Whether to Shift More of the Tax Burden from Property Owners to Consumers TRENTON, Ga. — Dade County voters will have the opportunity this November to decide whether a larger share of funding for county government should come from sales... Read More.

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AAA Warns Fireworks Can Bring Costly Risks Along With Independence Day Celebrations

Friday, July 3

As families across Georgia prepare to celebrate Independence Day, AAA – The Auto Club Group is reminding homeowners that fireworks can pose more than just a safety hazard. They can also lead to significant property damage, injuries, and potential liability issues. While fireworks remain a... Read More.

Dade Commission Places Two Sales Tax Referendums on November Ballot, Approves New EMS Agreement

Friday, July 3

Dade County Commission Places Two Sales Tax Referendums on November Ballot, Approves New EMS Agreement TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Board of Commissioners took several major actions during its July meeting, including placing two local sales tax referendums on the November General Election ballot,... Read More.

Trenton City Commission to Consider SPLOST Purchases, Tax Agreements at Monday Meeting

Operation Southern Slow Down Returns July 13-19 Across Five Southeastern States

DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Reports 68 Calls During Fourth of July Weekend

Twelve Killed on Georgia Roads During Independence Day Holiday Travel Period

USPS Stamp Prices Increasing Sunday as Postal Service Continues Financial Struggles

CommonSpirit Temporarily Pauses Some Outpatient Imaging Services Amid Radiology Delays

Gas Prices Dip, Local Prices Among Georgia’s Best

Dade County Voters To Decide Whether To Shift More Of The Tax Burden From Property Owners To Consumers

AAA Warns Fireworks Can Bring Costly Risks Along With Independence Day Celebrations

Dade Commission Places Two Sales Tax Referendums on November Ballot, Approves New EMS Agreement

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