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[ In Government & Politics ]
Become a Part of the 2010 Dawson Day “Sparks in the Park”
Become a part of 2010 Dawson Day “Sparks in the Park” either by becoming a sponsor or applying as a vendor.  You’ll experience Dawson County’s newest and most exciting community tradition and receive a great value and premium exposure for your marketing dollars...
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[ In Breaking News ]
Dawsonville Businessman Ramped Up Over $1M Lottery Win
Gary Smith, 52, said he purchased his lucky ticket next door to his business at Granny’s Country Store, located at 4820 Dawsonville Highway in Gainesville. He was in the store’s parking lot when he scratched it...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Senate Passes the Telecom Jobs and Investment Act
The Telecom Jobs and Investment Act (HB 168) increases competition by eliminating artificial and outdated subsidy mechanisms and provides incentives for telecommunication job creation...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
10 Questions, 10 Minutes
Dawson County Board of Commissioners issues a call to action for every Dawson County resident...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Dawson County Board of Commissioners Work Session - February 11, 2010
The Dawson County Board of Commissioners Work Session is scheduled for 4 p.m., Thursday, February 11 at the G.L. Pete Gilleland Chambers at Dawsonville City Hall.  The agenda is as follows...
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[ In Breaking News ]
Georgia Lottery announces record first half; Dawson County benefits
In Dawson County since the Georgia Lottery’s inception in 1993, 1,126 university system students have received more than $6.8 million from Georgia’s HOPE Scholarship Program; 211 private college and university students have received more than $917,000 from HOPE: and 1,925 technical college students have received more than $3.3 million from HOPE...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Callahan Named Keep Dawson County Beautiful Youth Ambassador 2009
Named Keep Dawson County Beautiful Youth Ambassador of 2009, 15 year old Autumn Callahan, accepted a certificate presented by KDCB Chairman Karen Armstrong...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Sen. Pearson Honors Miss United States at the Georgia Capitol
As a youth mentor for nine years, Erin Grizzle, of Ellijay, has worked diligently to serve her community.  Throughout her year as Miss United States, she will continue to support her platform, Youth Mentoring: Empowering America’s Future...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Dawson County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting -- Feb. 4, 2010

The Dawson County Board of Commissioners regular meeting is set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at the G.L. Pete Gilleland Chambers at Dawsonville City Hall.  The agenda follows...

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[ In Government & Politics ]
Isakson: Labor Nominee Intentionally Misled Senate
In September, 2009, Isakson wrote to President Obama and requested that he withdraw Smith’s nomination because Isakson believes Smith was consistently evasive in response to numerous questions from members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee during her confirmation process...
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[ In Schools ]
Parents Urged to Sign Up Kids Now for Georgia Pre-K
Registration for Georgia’s Pre-K child care program begins February 1 and early signup is recommended due to expected heavy demand...
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[ In Breaking News ]
GDOT Urges Extreme Caution on Roadways
Overnight a mix of snow, sleet and rain fell over much of north Georgia. Georgia DOT crews will continue to check bridges and spread salt as necessary. The following may still have some icy patches and/or fallen trees and is being treated...
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[ In Severe Weather ]
Dawson County Cancels all School Evening Activities
According to Superintendent of Schools, Keith Porter, the Dawson County School system has canceled all evening activities – including sporting events...
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[ In Breaking News ]
Anticipated Snow and Ice May Create Extremely Hazardous Driving Conditions Across North Georgia
In the Metropolitan Atlanta area, precipitation is expected to be mostly rain; but freezing temperatures are forecast for Saturday night. Moisture on roadways at that time will freeze; dangerous black ice may be prevalent...
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[ In Severe Weather ]
Winter Storm to Impact North Georgia from Friday Evening into Saturday
Temperatures falling to near or below freezing will allow snow and sleet to start accumulating across much of North Georgia tonight...with significant snow and sleet accumulations expected over the North Georgia Mountains...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Economic Development Panel explores what it will take to Grow Georgia’s Job Climate
“A recurring recommendation from all of our speakers was to reduce regulation on businesses in order to jumpstart the employment sector.  I firmly believe that taxation, litigation and regulation are the three biggest killers of jobs”...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Dawson County Democratic Party to Hold General Meeting
The meeting is set for Thursday, February 18, 2010, in the Coleman Room of the Dawson County Library on Allen Street. The gathering will begin at 6:00 p.m...
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David Earl Britt
David Earl Britt, 63, of Dawsonville died Wednesday January 27, 2010 at his residence following a sudden illness...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Office of Senator Isakson to Host Federal Grants Workshop on February 16 in Gainesville
The grants workshop is an opportunity for local organizations and governments to speak with representatives from Isakson’s office about grant opportunities available to them...
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Jennifer Holtzclaw Darnell
Jennifer Holtzclaw Darnell, 48, of Dawsonville went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday January 27, 2010 at her residence following a sudden illness...
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