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- Wednesday, June 19, 2013 DAWSONVILLE, GA
Archive By Author - Michele Hester
Etowah Lodge’s annual spaghetti dinner Saturday
A nearly 30 year tradition continues Saturday when the Etowah Lodge No. 222 Free and Accepted Masons open the lodge for an annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser. "We've been doing this probably 28 years or so," said James Swafford, longtime lodge member.
Revenue focus of concern
A recent budget comparison has one elected official saying he remains concerned about Dawson County's economic future. "People don't want to hear it, but we're going to end up at some point, if we don't find another source of revenue, services will have to be cut and I don't think we're having that discussion with the public," said District 1 Commissioner Gary Pichon.
Arbor Day celebration is Friday
The community is invited to a celebration of trees Friday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park. The Dawson County Tree Preservation Committee in conjunction with Keep Dawson County Beautiful will meet at 2 p.m. in honor of Arbor Day, held in Georgia on the third week of February each year.
Preparing for emergencies topic of annual meeting
Emergency preparedness will be the topic of discussion Saturday at the Dawson County's Homeowners Civic Association annual membership meeting. Guest speakers Dawson County Sheriff Billy Carlisle and Emergency Services Director Billy Thurmond are scheduled to outline the county's emergency management plans, as well as answer questions.
Crossing topic of luncheon
Transportation is up for discussion Thursday during a Dawson County Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Robert Murphy, senior project manager with the Georgia Department of Transportation, will outline plans for the Hwy. 53-Ga. 400 crossing, which include converting it to a two-legged continuous flow setup.
Family tradition
Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, a time known for celebrating affairs of the heart. But for three generations of a Dawsonville family, Feb. 7 is the date they found to be lucky in love.
Local attorney tapped for Lanier Islands board
A local attorney is the newest member of the Lake Lanier Islands Development Authority. Clint Bearden, 27, was one of several appointed by Gov. Nathan Deal in January to key positions in the state.
Several promoted at sheriff’s office
Dawson County Sheriff Billy Carlisle recently promoted three officers to new leadership positions in the agency's uniform patrol and criminal investigation divisions. The promotions of Maj. Tony Wooten, Capt. Ray Goodie and Lt. Dan Ramsey took effect last month. They are an extension of Carlisle's two-year plan to streamline departmental operations and better provide top-notch police services to the community.
Police academy seeks participants
The Dawson County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for its annual Citizens Law Enforcement Academy. Designed to give residents an inside look at how local law enforcement operates, the free, four-week course begins March 7 with an introduction by Sheriff Billy Carlisle and his administrative staff.
Interest along Ga. 400 spikes
Interest along the busy Ga. 400 corridor continues to spike after several years of sluggishness, officials say. David McKee, Dawson County's planning director, said his office has seen building permits and business license applications surge by about 40 percent from a year ago.
Doughnut franchise opening this summer
A nationally known doughnut chain has submitted plans to build a location off Ga. 400. The Development Authority of Dawson County last week announced Dunkin' Donuts has submitted plans for the construction of a standalone building, north of the outlet mall.
Local man dies in prison
A defendant in a high profile Dawson County government theft case was found dead Saturday at the minimum security prison south of Atlanta where he was serving his sentence. Funeral services for Justin Curtis Disharoon, 25, were held Monday at Bethel Baptist Church in Dawsonville.
Gala honors members
In a year when change topped the Dawson County Chamber of Commerce's agenda, the move to a new facility for the group's 22nd annual award's ceremony and gala brought a fun, festive and memorable experience Friday night. Held at the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame, the event marks the chamber's accomplishments of 2012 and honors many in the community for their contributions. It's also one of the organization's largest fundraisers.
Advocate leads state board for second year
Local advocate Katie Strayhorn was recently re-elected to serve as chair of the state's Sex Offender Review Board for the second year. In her first year chairing the panel, Strayhorn focused on several initiatives. She also worked closely with newly-elected state Rep. Kevin Tanner to propose legislation that would allow the board to review parole notes in assessing sex offenders.
No charges in shooting
Charges will not be filed in what authorities have ruled an accidental shooting last week at Dawsonville Gun and Pawn on Hwy. 53 near Ga. 400. "It was an accident," said Dawson County Sheriff's Capt. Ray Goodie.
Articles By Author - Michele Hester
Family disputes state patrol reports
Family members of the teen who died last week in what has been dubbed a "car surfing" accident are convinced the police report is inaccurate.
Commissioner opposes reservoir
At least one county commissioner is opposed to the use of state or federal dollars to fund a proposed local reservoir.
Big league dreams
Kaleb Holbrook was preparing for his second game as a catcher for a summer league in Connecticut on June 8 when his phone began to ring with calls and text messages of congratulations.
Man charged with child molestation
A Dawsonville man arrested last week is accused of sexually abusing two girls.
Severe weather expected this afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather warning for Thursday afternoon in north Georgia.
Teen dies in car surfing accident
A Dawson County teen and star athlete died Monday night after she fell from the hood of a moving vehicle.
School board approves budget
The Dawson County Board of Education on Monday approved a $32 million budget for fiscal year 2014.
Senior complex planned near Ga. 400 corridor
An apartment complex designed with seniors in mind is planned near the Ga. 400 corridor.
‘A good cause’
Local "celebrities" say they're going to stick to their day jobs after spending Friday morning in the grueling food service industry.
Elliott wins Pocono ARCA race
Dawsonville's Chase Elliott continued to make racing history when he became the youngest superspeedway driver to take the checkered flag in an ARCA Series race at Pocono on Saturday.
Cadets LEARN the law
Madison Anglin may only be 10-years-old, but she has a plan for her future.
County asks for DOT aid
Early estimates are showing Dawson County suffered nearly $600,000 in storm damage from heavy rainfall last month that flooded areas along the Etowah River and washed out several roads.
Officials urge caution after recent ATV accidents
Emergency officials are urging caution this summer in the wake of two serious all-terrain vehicle accidents, including a fatality near downtown Dawsonville last month.
County seeks input on long-range plan
Officials are asking the public to weigh in on a future visioning plan for Dawson County.
Local distillery asks lawmakers for help
Several north Georgia legislators in town for the Georgia Mountain Region Commission's monthly meeting last Thursday were poised with a question when they toured the Dawsonville Moonshine Distillery.
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