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- Wednesday, June 19, 2013 DAWSONVILLE, GA
Archive By Section - LOCAL
Protest targets pipe sales
Doug Nadin has been clean for more than two years.
Protesters want convenience store to pipe down
Doug Nadin has been clean for over two years.
Protestors to picket ‘pipe’ store Thursday
Since the beginning of the year, there have been 120 methamphetamine and marijuana arrests in Dawson County, according to statistics compiled by the Dawson County Sheriff's Office.
Developer offers peek at car park site
An invite-only crowd will be the first to tour the property where Jeremy Porter hopes to open a sports car country club in rural western Dawson County.
Honoring all who served
Tuesdays brisk wind and cool breeze flew the flags with ease as the community paid tribute to all who served.
Effort under way to bring Habitat here
Some 40 residents gathered Monday night to discuss bringing Habitat for Humanity to Dawson County.
Veterans Day celebration planned
One of the nation's most distinguished military officers will be the keynote speaker during Dawsonville's Fourth Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Nov. 11.
Fire destroys home
Authorities are trying to determine the cause of a Friday afternoon fire that destroyed a home on Dill Lane.
Hometown fun
Organizers estimate more than 100,000 people converged on downtown Dawsonville over the weekend for the 41st Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival, making the two-day event one of the largest gatherings in north Georgia.
Book reading at library pays tribute to fallen U.S. soldier
Rick and Lucy Harris debuted the book they wrote to honor the memory and service of their son Monday at the Dawson County Library.
Stay safe this Halloween, avoid real-life scares
Whether it's showing off costumes in a Halloween parade or collecting candy while trick-or-treating, Halloween is a holiday-favorite among children and adults.
Time to ’shine
A lot has changed in Dawson County over the past four decades, but people can expect to experience a bit of both old and new during the 41st Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival this weekend.
Event parking available throughout downtown
Thousands of visitors will pour into Dawsonville this weekend to participate in one of the most popular festivals in north Georgia.
Raising the dead to raise money for diabetes
Parker Cantrell hopes raising the dead this weekend will raise a few bucks for diabetes research.
Local veterans selling cook books at festival
The Dawson County Chapter 970 of Vietnam Veterans of America & Associates has assembled a cookbook, consisting of favorite recipes from group members, family and friends.
Articles by Section - LOCAL
Horse rescued from hole
It seems the weather over the past few weeks has been rough for man and beast alike as Dawson County Emergency Services responded to the 1300 block of Hugh Stowers Road last week.
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.
Church to offer free swimming family fun
Cornerstone Christian Church along with Dawson County Parks and Recreation is offering a fun, safe way to cool down over the next two months.
‘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.
Old-time moonshiner visits local distillery
After spending nearly a century in the mountains near Canton, one moonshiner is preparing his last batch in Dawsonville.
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.
Celebrity breakfast is Friday
Nearly a dozen local "celebrities" will don aprons for Dawson County Family Connection's fifth annual breakfast Friday. The event supports community efforts that benefit local children.
Republicans gather for picnic
A picnic Saturday at War Hill Park on Lake Lanier will give local voters an opportunity to meet with key lawmakers in a casual setting.
Rain storms lead to local emergency declaration
A sinkhole near Ga. 400 that nearly doubled in size after last week's torrential rain showers has led to the county declaring a need for local emergency.
Election board eyes western precinct
The Dawson County Board of Elections is in talks over the possibility of applying for a grant that could lead to moving the county's west voting precinct.
Summer program provides kids meals
For a third year, Dawson County schools and parks will be opening their doors to help feed the hungry over the summer.
Man killed by Bobcat in accident
A 60-year-old man was killed Saturday in what authorities described as a machinery accident at his shop in downtown Dawsonville.
Camp offered for arts enthusiasts
Summer is almost upon us and the first wave of camps is getting ready to begin.
Woman’s club donates furniture to county
Members of the Dawson County Woman's Club donated several wooden chairs and a table to the county earlier this month.
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