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Rep. Clyde to Take Metal Detector Fine Case to Federal Court Following Rejected Appeal

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andrew Clyde released the following statement on April 12th, 2021: “I recently learned that the formal…

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RNC Spokesperson Dennard addresses MLB’s decision

ELLIJAY, Ga – RNC National Spokesperson Paris Dennard called out Major League Baseball, Stacey Abrams, and President Joe Biden for…

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Ralston reviews the 2021 legislative session

ATLANTA – Speaker of the House David Ralston (R – 7) commented on the General Assembly’s accomplishments for the 2021…

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Commission Chairman Thurmond said County in good financial shape in state of the county address

DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – County Commission Chairman Billy Thurmond focused on COVID-19, county finances, and roads when he delivered the…

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Family Connection Coordinator Rebecca Bliss gets OK to seek $160,500 Partners in Prevention Grant

DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Dawson County Family Connection Coordinator Rebecca Bliss’ request to apply…

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Dawson County Public Works Director leaving to become Forsyth County Assistant Manager

DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – Dawson County lost a gifted and highly-respected member of its staff during Thursday’s Board of Commissioners…

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City Council votes 2-1 to take legal action against Dawson County Board of Commissioners

  DAWSONVILLE, Ga. -- In a special called meeting this morning (Friday, April 2) Dawsonville City Council voted 2-1, with…

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Dawson County has difficulty attracting and keeping paramedics due to pay disparity

DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – Emergency Services Director/Fire Chief Danny Thompson will alert the Board of Commissioners during Thursday’s work session…

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State employees and teachers paid parental leave passes General Assembly

ATLANTA – Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) and State Representative Houston Gaines (R-Athens) announced that House Bill 146 received final…

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Sanford family attorney threatens Sheriff’s Office with $50 million wrongful death lawsuit

DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. – The Dawson County Sheriff’s Office is on notice it could be facing a $50 million lawsuit…

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