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Stormy Weekend Ahead for Northwest Georgia: Damaging Winds and Hail Possible

Thursday, June 5

Northwest Georgia — Residents across the region should prepare for a stretch of active and potentially severe weather beginning Friday night and continuing into next week, according to the National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center (SPC). Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected... Read More.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: I-59 Northbound At Exit 11 Is Now Reopen To One Lane

Thursday, June 5

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Good news for drivers in Dade County — I-59 Northbound at Exit 11 is now reopen to one lane after being shut down due to a sinkhole near the 14 mile marker. Crews have been working around the clock to assess the damage and... Read More.

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College Announces Free Application Week for Fall Enrollment

Wednesday, June 4

Rock Spring, GA — Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will waive its $25 application fee for all prospective students during Free Application Week, scheduled for June 9-13. This initiative aims to encourage enrollment for the upcoming fall semester. Students interested in attending GNTC this fall... Read More.

Scam Notice from Trenton Police

Wednesday, June 4

SCAM ALERT: The Georgia Department of Driver Services is warning residents about a new text message scam that’s making the rounds. Scammers are sending fake messages claiming to be from the “State DMV” about unpaid traffic tickets. The messages often include a link — but don’t... Read More.

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South Dade Fire & Rescue Annual Bar-B-Q

Wednesday, June 4

This Saturday, June 7th is the 1s BBQ of the year! We have changed the starting time to 1130am Please come out and support your community Fire Department. 100% of the proceeds goes back into the Department. 1 meat, 2 sides, dessert, and drink. Adults... Read More.

Touch-a-Truck Event Rolling Into The Dade County Library

Wednesday, June 4

Get ready, kids! The Touch-a-Truck event is rolling into the Dade County Library this Thursday, June 5th at 11 a.m. as part of the Summer Reading Program! Bring the whole family out for a hands-on experience where children can explore a real police car, ambulance,... Read More.

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UPDATE I-59 Northbound WILL Remain Closed At Exit 11 Due To A Sinkhole For The Remainder Of The Evening And Overnight

Wednesday, June 4

UPDATE I-59 Northbound WILL Remain Closed At Exit 11 Due To A Sinkhole For The Remainder Of The Evening And Overnight. TRAFFIC ALERT: We’ve got a major traffic issue for drivers in Dade County I-59 Northbound is currently shut down at Exit 11 due to a sinkhole... Read More.

The Tennessee Valley Authority Is Considering Building A Major New Energy Facility Near Flat Rock

Tuesday, June 3

The Tennessee Valley Authority is considering building a major new energy facility in Jackson County, Alabama—one that could generate up to 1,600 megawatts of power. TVA says the proposed pumped storage facility would be located near Pisgah and Flat Rock, on the western edge of... Read More.

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Voting Continues For Public Service Commission (PSC) Statewide

Monday, June 2

Georgia voters are preparing for a significant statewide election on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, with two seats on the Public Service Commission (PSC) up for grabs. This election, delayed since 2022 due to a federal court ruling on the at-large voting system, will influence... Read More.

Georgia to Issue One-Time Tax Refunds Following New Legislation

Monday, June 2

Georgia to Issue One-Time Tax Refunds Following New Legislation Georgia taxpayers can expect one-time refunds in the coming weeks, thanks to House Bill 112 passed during the 2025 legislative session. Eligible residents who filed both their 2023 and 2024 state tax returns on time will automatically... Read More.

Stormy Weekend Ahead for Northwest Georgia: Damaging Winds and Hail Possible

TRAFFIC UPDATE: I-59 Northbound At Exit 11 Is Now Reopen To One Lane

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Announces Free Application Week for Fall Enrollment

Scam Notice from Trenton Police

South Dade Fire & Rescue Annual Bar-B-Q

Touch-a-Truck Event Rolling Into The Dade County Library

UPDATE I-59 Northbound WILL Remain Closed At Exit 11 Due To A Sinkhole For The Remainder Of The Evening And Overnight

The Tennessee Valley Authority Is Considering Building A Major New Energy Facility Near Flat Rock

Voting Continues For Public Service Commission (PSC) Statewide

Georgia to Issue One-Time Tax Refunds Following New Legislation

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