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- Sunday, May 19, 2013 DAWSONVILLE, GA
Archive By Section - LOCAL
Bike ride, rally to benefit family of slain man
The wife of a Forsyth County man whose death remains unsolved after two and a half years hopes the family's tragedy can one day help other families in similar situations.
Dawsonville population more than doubles in seven years
Recent annexations and the addition of several new subdivisions caused a surge in Dawsonville's population since the last census was taken in 2000.
A new look for War Hill Park
A facelift may be in War Hill Park's future.
Votes are in, local races decided
With only the provisional ballots not counted, Jennifer Burt, Julie Hughes Nix, James Swafford and Lisa Thurmond have secured their respective Dawson County political races.
Two hurt after high-speed chase, wreck
Two Alabama men were hospitalized Thursday after an early morning high-speed chase and wreck that authorities say also involved alcohol.
Airport rezoning advances
Property owners Ernie, Bill and Dan Elliott have moved one step closer to redeveloping their land on Elliott Family Parkway into a light industrial complex.
Longtime Dawson educator dies
Known affectionately as "Miss Plennie" by generations of Dawson County school children, Plennie J. Robinson died July 2 at age 88, following a period of declining health.
Thunder from above
Hundreds of Dawson County residents celebrated Independence Day at the Dawson County High School with fireworks and entertainment Thursday.
Keeping 'In Touch' with local government
In an effort to open and extend the lines of communication with its citizens, Dawson County government launched a new e-newsletter last week.
Carlisle selected as finance chairman for state YMCA
Dawson County Sheriff Billy Carlisle has been selected to serve as the finance chairman for the State YMCA of Georgia in Dawson County/Dawsonville for 2008.
Morning show features kangaroo center
Viewers of NBC-TV's "Today" show will get an up-close look Thursday morning at the inner workings of the Kangaroo Conservation Center in Dawson County.
Court date set in Gold Creek foreclosure
A court date is set to move forward with foreclosure proceedings against Gold Creek Golf Club.
Former accounting office manager faces theft charges
A Dahlonega woman accused of stealing more than $93,000 from her Dawson County employer was arrested last week.
Public comment sought on Ga. 400 crossover closure
The Dawson County Board of Commissioners and Georgia Department of Transportation will hold two public hearings to gather input on closing off crossover traffic between Beartooth Parkway and Industrial Park Road on Ga. 400.
Union County coach found dead on hiking trail
Union County Lady Panther girl's basketball ocach Mike West, 42, was found dead on a hiking trail outside of Blairsville last Thursday morning.
Articles by Section - LOCAL
City declares Lady Tigers Day
In the final chapter of the varsity Lady Tigers varsity basketball team's story, the city of Dawsonville decided to set aside a day just for the players. During a luncheon in honor of the 2012-13 team on Sunday at the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame, Dawsonville Mayor James Grogan proclaimed March 17, 2013, to be "Lady Tiger Day."
Lasting legacy
Family members and countless friends are mourning the sudden death of a woman many called an "angel among us." Margie Weaver, who served as director of the Dawson County Senior Center for nearly three decades, died Monday at age 74.
Woman killed in wreck
A wreck on War Hill Park Road claimed the life of a Dawson County woman Saturday night. Emergency officials said Edna Gazaway, 81, was traveling alone when her 2009 Chevrolet HHR left the road before clipping a mailbox, a stop sign and landing on its right side.
Kroger awarded top contributor
Kroger employees believe in giving back. For the last seven years, Dawsonville Kroger has led the way with United Way for Dawson County contributions, this year collecting nearly $20,000 for the local campaign.
Department seeks volunteer firefighters
Dawson County Emergency Services, like many other departments across the nation, are reevaluating and refocusing its efforts to recruit new volunteer firefighters. "Take a look across the board, nationwide, volunteerism in fire service is on the downslide," said Fire Chief Lanier Swafford. "Economics is tougher, more people are working extra jobs and you've got an enormous amount of competition for volunteerism."
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