DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – A juvenile was detained Tuesday following an altercation involving multiple juvenile males at Dawson County Junior High School, according to the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office. DCSO School Resource Officers responded to the school on Tuesday, Sept. 8, after an incident involving juvenile males. During the altercation, a knife was reportedly produced. […]
Read More »Dawsonville Man, Military Veteran Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Family Violence Case
DAWSONVILLE, Ga. — A Dawsonville man and military veteran has been sentenced to 25 years in prison following a family violence incident in April 2025 that resulted in a 25-count indictment. According to Acting District Attorney for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit Jennifer Bagwell, Ryan Englert was sentenced Thursday after pleading guilty to all 25 counts. […]
Read More »Georgia Fish Fry 2026
GEORGIA — Republican leaders and supporters from across Georgia are set to gather in Warner Robins this weekend for the Central Georgia Fish Fry 2026. The Houston, Peach and Bibb County Republican parties will present the event on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Health Pavilion, […]
Read More »Two Critically Injured in Dawson County Plane Crash
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. — Two people were critically injured Sunday after a small plane crashed into a wooded area near Highway 183 in Dawson County, prompting a federal investigation into what caused the aircraft to go down. Deputies with the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office and personnel with Dawson County Emergency Services responded around noon Sunday, […]
Read More »Georgia Governor’s Race Set for November After GOP Primary Upset
GEORGIA – Georgia voters narrowed the field in the state’s open gubernatorial race Tuesday, setting up a high-profile general election contest to replace term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. On the Republican side, businessman and healthcare executive Rick Jackson scored an upset victory over Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, winning the GOP nomination despite Jones receiving endorsements from […]
Read More »Dawsonville Man Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges Following Flowery Branch Traffic Stop
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — A Dawsonville man was arrested on multiple drug-related charges after a traffic stop in Flowery Branch led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine and marijuana, according to police. The Flowery Branch Police Department said officers conducted a traffic stop on Thursday, June 4, in the area of Parsons Street and McEver […]
Read More »Dawsonville Motorcyclist Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash in Dawson County
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. — A Dawsonville man was killed Saturday night following a two-vehicle crash on Lee Castleberry Road, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Troopers responded to the intersection of Lee Castleberry Road and Foxgrove Drive at approximately 9:30 p.m. on June 13. A preliminary investigation found that a white Honda Civic was turning […]
Read More »Wedding Flight Ends in Tragedy as Helicopter Crash Kills Two in Dawson County
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. — Federal investigators are continuing to examine the cause of a helicopter crash in Dawson County that claimed the lives of two people and left a third injured late Friday night. According to authorities, a Robinson R66 helicopter crashed in a heavily wooded area near Mt. Vernon Drive at approximately 10:30 p.m. […]
Read More »Rep. Johnny Chastain Appointed to House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on the Impact of Online Platforms on Georgia Youth
ATLANTA – State Representative Johnny Chastain (R-Blue Ridge) was recently appointed by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve as a member of the House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on the Impact of Online Platforms on Georgia Youth. “I am grateful to Speaker Burns for establishing and appointing me to serve on this important study committee […]
Read More »Dawson County SWAT Assists U.S. Marshals in Arrest of Aggravated Assault Suspect
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – A man wanted on multiple aggravated assault charges out of DeKalb County was taken into custody Wednesday during a joint operation involving the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team and the U.S. Marshals Service. According to authorities, Terrell Dennis was apprehended at a residence in Dawson County on April 22. Officials […]
Read More »GBI Arrests Gainesville Man for Malice Murder of Dawsonville Woman
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – The GBI has arrested and charged Loron Spaulding, age 35, of Gainesville, GA, with Malice Murder in relation to the death of Diaja Benson, age 30, of Dawsonville, GA. The Cumming Police Department requested the GBI to investigate Benson’s death. On Friday, March 13, 2026, at about 11:00 a.m., the GBI, […]
Read More »Murder Suspect Arrested in North Carolina as Dawson County Community Mourns Victim
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. — A murder suspect connected to the death of a Justin Thompson has been taken into custody, according to authorities, marking a significant development in a case that has deeply affected the local community. Officials confirmed that Roy “JoJo” Holloway was apprehended in Davidson County following a coordinated, multi-agency effort. Holloway is […]
Read More »LT. GOVERNOR FRONTRUNNER, CONSERVATIVE STEVE GOOCH WON’T BACK DOWN ON PUBLIC SAFETY
GEORGIA – Conservative Senator Steve Gooch is stepping up where others are content to grandstand, delivering real action to shield Georgians from the rising tide of lawlessness pushed by the far left. In the wake of media-fueled hysteria that has seen protesters storm churches mid-service to harass worshippers, Gooch didn’t hesitate. He introduced SB 591, […]
Read More »Dawson County Woman Reported Missing; Authorities Seeking Public’s Help
DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a Dawson County woman who has been reported missing. According to the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office, Diaja Benson of Dawsonville was reported missing after leaving her home in Dawson County on February 14, 2026. Officials said Benson was initially believed to be […]
Read More »Gooch Introduces SB 465 to Align State with Donald Trump’s America First Agenda and Crack Down on Illegal Hiring
GEORGIA – February 17 – As State Senator for Georgia’s 51st District and the Republican frontrunner for Lieutenant Governor, I am committed to putting Georgia families first and aligning our state with President Trump’s America First agenda. Last week, I introduced Senate Bill 465, a targeted measure to hold businesses accountable and discourage the hiring […]
Read More »29th Annual Dawson County Chamber Gala
The Board of Director of the Dawson County Chamber of Commerce cordially invite you to the 29th Annual Dawson County Chamber Gala Saturday, February 28, 2026 The Revere Venue 8617 Highway 136 W Dawsonville, GA 30534 Cocktail Reception 6:00 PM | Program at 7:00 PM Black Tie Optional RSVP No Later than February 20th Presented […]
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