Dade County Sentinel

08/01/2024

School details, school board news, and a request from the water company take this week's front page, along with some reflections from the two new baristas at Hope House Cafe. Catch up on all this plus news from the Senior Center, info about a historical society event, David Carroll's entertaining story, and much more in this week's Sentinel.

07/25/2024

This week's edition was a fun one, highlighting just some of the wonderful, unique people who call this area home. Read about the Daffron's reopened trout farm, Lloyd "The Cajun" Kenney and what he loves about Dade County, and a group of people on Sand Mountain who are homesteading. Pick up a copy today!

07/20/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT - ROLLING ROADBLOCKS!!

Beginning next week (July 22-27) road construction on Interstate 24 and Interstate 59 will see daily ROLLING ROADBLOCKS starting at 8:00am and continuing throughout the day (Monday-Thursday).

Please be aware that traffic will be congested and disrupted during those times, so plan for extra travel time.

07/18/2024

We're hiring!!

We are currently seeking qualified applicants for a Deputy position on Road Patrol.

Qualifications:
*High School Diploma (or equivalent)
*US Citizen
*GA POST Certified (in good standing)

Benefits:
*Take Home Car
*Competitive Salary
*Paid GA FOP Legal Defense Plan
*Vacation Hours
*Sick Hours
*Excellent Training Opportunities
*Gym/Workout Facilities
*Working With an Awesome Group of Guys/Gals

Come join our team, and be a part of making our community a safer and better place!

You MUST be already certified as a police officer to be considered for this position. DCSO does send people to the police academy, but those candidates are generally pulled from within the jail.

For more info, you can send a request to [email protected], or send a message to our page.

07/18/2024

A local delivery service, a historic home, 4-H summer adventures, city commission news, and helpful updates and information are all covered in this week's paper. Subscribe for just $25/year, and the Sentinel will be mailed to you so you never miss an issue!

07/15/2024

There's a full time job opening with Dade County as a Transit Driver. Apply on our website.

07/11/2024

This week's paper covers USPS issues, the July county commission meeting, the work of a local acupuncturist, and photos from the 1945 Fair. Also, be sure to check out Donna Street's article about the year 1955 in Dade County.

07/08/2024

At the end of July, Dade First Family Connection is hosting a day to help students prepare to return to school with a variety of free offerings. Check out the link for more info!

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07/03/2024

We hope all y'all have enjoyable plans for your Fourth of July! Pick up a copy of this week's paper to catch up on county news, and enjoy the columns and stories during this holiday week.

07/03/2024

Each year during the week of July 4th, Dade County Sheriff's Office and Dade County 911 receives multiple calls in reference to people shooting fireworks in the county. Most of those calls fall within the legal limits of the law, and results in the possible delay of crucial resources to legitimate emergencies.

Dade County follows state law set forth to define the times/dates that fireworks can be used, and does not have a county ordinance for fireworks.

Georgia Law allows citizens to shoot fireworks during the below listed dates and times.

* The use of consumer fireworks is legal until 11:59 PM statewide around certain holidays. Those holidays are January 1, the last Saturday and Sunday in May (before Memorial Day), July 3 and 4, the first Monday in September (Labor Day), and December 31 (New Year's Eve). Additionally, State Law allows the use of consumer fireworks on January 1 from 12:00 AM (midnight) to 1:00 AM.

* Any days other than what's listed above, the use of consumer fireworks is permitted under Georgia Law beginning at 10:00 AM and ending at 11:59 PM.

* Fireworks cannot be used within the right-of-way of any public road, street, highway, or railroad, within 100 yards of a nursing home, hospital, other health facility, gas station, gas refining plant, water treatment plant, waste-water plant, electric plant, electric substation, or airport/helipad.

* Georgia Law allows those over age 18 to use fireworks within the hours noted above.

If you plan on celebrating within the city limits of Trenton, their fireworks ordinance matches state law.

Please do not call 911 if someone is shooting fireworks in a legal manner as stated above.

To report possible UNLAWFUL USE of fireworks, please call the non-emergency line for the Dade County 911 Center at 706-657-4111.

07/01/2024

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06/27/2024

Pick up a copy of this week's paper to read about Randy Forester's costume design expertise as well as news and updates related to local government.

06/27/2024

Please join us on July 4th at the 1945 Dade County Fair at Jenkins Park from 10:00AM - 6:00PM, and help us raise funds to purchase a new Police K9.

We received a $7,500 grant from AKC Reunite, but are still about $4,500 short.

We will be having a "Dunk a Pig" tank, as well as selling Donuts and accepting donations.

06/20/2024

County budget, city news, upcoming July 4th festivities, and our new library manager take this week's front page, as well as the story of the Dade natives who now own The Upper Bank restaurant. Also in this issue, Joy Odom concludes the Durham history series, and David Carroll (like many of us) laments extreme fees.

06/13/2024

This week's paper covers the June county commission meeting, animal cruelty/crimes training for our law enforcement, the fire department's live burn training, and DCHS graduate Abbigail Tremmier's soccer success. Pick up a copy for all this and more local news!

06/06/2024

Farms, puppies, and kittens take the front page this week. Read about a local animal rescue group, a family using regenerative farming practices, and a state bill to protect farmland that's received criticism from several sides.

05/30/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT!

The SLYGO RD (Northbound) on-ramp to Interstate 59 will be closed tomorrow after 12PM, for a few hours.

Please plan accordingly and research an alternate route.

THIS IS NOT THE TRENTON EXIT.

05/30/2024

Pick up a copy of this week's paper for a recap of the primary election, news from the school board and Industrial Development Authority, and read about Baby Hughy's food truck. As always, the Sentinel's your place to hear from the historical society, the senior center, local viewpoints, and more.

05/23/2024

There's a lot to celebrate in this week's paper: New school board member, new DCHS graduates, another Officer of the Year, and national recognition for The Groovy Nomad. Also read updates from the City of Trenton's May meeting. Pick up a copy today!

05/16/2024

This week's paper features the top four DCHS seniors, more info on the state senate candidates, David Carroll's reflections on changes in school classes, and plenty of other local reports and updates. Pick up a copy today!

05/08/2024

Pick up a copy of this week's paper to see the DCHS senior superlatives. (Yep, it's already that time of the year.) Sample ballots for the primary are also included, as well as county commission news, info about an IDA purchase, and the story of a family raising Wagyu beef.

05/02/2024

This week's paper is a hefty one, with the news section focusing on local politics. A+ to anyone who reads the entire paper! One article covers the local straw polls on the primary ballots. Click the link to hear from the local Democratic and Republican parties about the questions. On a more lighthearted note, check out David Carroll's column, find information about local events and announcements, and catch up with the Durham history series.

Voice Your Opinion By Voting On County Ballot Questions By Editor | May 2, 2024 | 0 By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor Photo by Lydia Berglar – Copies of the sample ballots are posted outside the elections office, listing the state and county ballot questions. By voting on county ballot questions, citiz...

04/29/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT!!

UPDATE @ 2:00PM - EXIT IS BACK OPEN!

UPDATE @ 11:45PM - Southbound exit ramp is now open. Northbound on-ramp still closed!

UPDATE @ 09:30AM - The Southbound I-59 exit ramp remains closed at Trenton, and now the Northbound entrance ramp is closed as well.

ORIGINAL POST:

The exit ramp to Trenton (exit 11) on Interstate 59 South is closed today, due to construction.

Please use an alternate route.

We will post when it is back open, but it will be closed most of the day.

04/25/2024

The Q&A series continues with county commission candidates featured this week. Also, read about how one Dade County resident found her dream job, get a recap of this month's IDA meeting, see photos from A Hand Up's Celebration of Hope, plus so much more.

04/18/2024

The candidate Q&As continue, with this week's paper featuring answers from the candidates for county executive. Also, read about the Dade County Chorus' trip to New York and a tourism focus group hosted by the Alliance, along with lots of other local news.

04/11/2024

This week's paper is out! Pick up a copy to continue following along with the Durham Mines history series, hear about library/Jenkins Park news, county commission updates, Cloudland Canyon leadership changes, and more.

In the coming weeks, we'll be publishing Q&As with local and state candidates ahead of the May primary. Kicking off the series, read answers from the candidates for the Dade County Board of Education here:

Candidates for Board of Education Discuss Priorities, Accomplishments, Goals By Editor | April 11, 2024 | 0 By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor This year, five candidates are running for the Dade County Board of Education. Johnny Warren (incumbent) is running uncontested for the District Three seat, Steve....

04/05/2024

Sheriff Cross has been working hard lately to bring awareness to the condition of Interstates 59 and 24 in Dade County.

As many of you know, I-24 and I-59 are heavily traveled interstates, and thousands of vehicles drive over those roadways every day, which leads to major wear and tear on the roads and the vehicles that travel them.

Sheriff Cross is glad to announce a major paving project on Interstate 59, starting April 15th, and lasting approximately 3 months.

Sheriff Cross wants to thank everyone involved in making this a priority project. Especially the Georgia Department of Transportation.

Everyone please be patient as this roadwork takes place, and as always STAY SAFE!