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Large Amount of Narcotics Packaged as Candy Seized in DeKalb County

Wednesday, August 12

Agents with the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit seized a large amount of Narcotics, Drug Paraphernalia, and Cash on Godfrey Avenue in Fort Payne. Eight people were arrested, including two juveniles. The incident began when agents conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that... Read More.

Dr Jane Griffin, Eric Stultz and Mike Cameron win in local Runoff

Wednesday, August 12

Jane Griffin wins the runoff for Dade County’s School Board District 5 At Large seat. Mike Cameron will represent Dade and Walker counties in the Georgia Legislature as District 1 representative. _____ Walker County Board of Commissioners is set. Eric Stultz defeated Alan Painter in the runoff.

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How Dade Schools will handle positive COVID-19 cases and exposures

Wednesday, August 12

Less than two days before the start of school K-WIN Today with Evan Stone hosted Dade County Superintendent Dr. Jan Harris to share information on the start of school. Harris shared information from a newsletter she sent out on Monday regarding how schools were handling... Read More.

City of Trenton Begins Budget Process for 2021; Receives $112,000 in CARES Act Funds

Tuesday, August 11

As the City of Trenton starts working on the 2021 budget, CARES Act funds have been deposited in the city's account. The Trenton City Commission held their August City Commission work session and meeting Monday night. On the agenda, as with the county, was CARES... Read More.

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New Ordinances and Amendments Approved and Discussed by Dade Commissioners

Monday, August 10

Several changes to county ordinances including the addition of new ordinances and amendments for other ordinances. The final reading of the amendments to two county ordinances allowing Sunday package sales and Sunday liquor by the drink sales was held during the August County Commission meeting.... Read More.

One Student Athlete along with a Dade Middle School Employee test positive

Monday, August 10

Making sure the Parents and the community are kept informed Dr.Jan Harris sent another text out today announcing that a Student Athlete and a DMS SPED Employee has tested positive. DADECS: We promise to keep you informed with the latest COVID19 data. One DMS... Read More.

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Dade Board of Education holds 2 Public Hearings Today

Monday, August 10

The Dade Board of Education holds 2 public hearings today one at 12 Noon and the other at 6 PM The public hearings are for the proposed tax increase to accept the growth in the county digest as the board prepares to set the millage... Read More.

Dade Receives Over $700,000 in State and Federal Funding due to COVID-19

Sunday, August 9

Dade County's E-911/Emergency Management (EMA) Director Alex Case announced the receipt of funds to help offset costs due to COVID-19. Case spoke at the August County Commission meeting explaining the funds received, process to use them, and deadlines, and asked for Commissioners to approve someone... Read More.

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Townsend Named as Georgia Clerk of the Year

Thursday, August 6

A member of the Dade County administrative office received a special honor during Thursday night's August County Commission Meeting. County Executive Ted Rumley asked County Clerk Don Townsend to attend the meeting. Townsend has been home as his wife battles cancer. Rumley surprised Townsend with... Read More.

Two Dade County School employees test positive for COVID-19

Thursday, August 6

According to Dr Harris, Superintendent of Dade County Schools, two positive COVID-19 cases reported in Dade County Schools today (August 5th). The two individuals are employees. All safety procedures are being followed. Dade County schools are set to reopen to students on August 13. Dr... Read More.

Large Amount of Narcotics Packaged as Candy Seized in DeKalb County

Dr Jane Griffin, Eric Stultz and Mike Cameron win in local Runoff

How Dade Schools will handle positive COVID-19 cases and exposures

City of Trenton Begins Budget Process for 2021; Receives $112,000 in CARES Act Funds

New Ordinances and Amendments Approved and Discussed by Dade Commissioners

One Student Athlete along with a Dade Middle School Employee test positive

Dade Board of Education holds 2 Public Hearings Today

Dade Receives Over $700,000 in State and Federal Funding due to COVID-19

Townsend Named as Georgia Clerk of the Year

Two Dade County School employees test positive for COVID-19

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