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- Friday, May 24, 2013 DAWSONVILLE, GA
Archive By Section - LOCAL
High school recognized as pacesetter
High Schools That Work, a program of the Southern Regional Education Board, has named Dawson County High School a Pacesetter School for 2008 - 10.
Riverview Middle School fails to meet AYP
Four of the county's five schools made adequate yearly progress status for 2008.
Forsyth County soldier laid to rest
They came from all over to pay their respects.
Reviving faith
Lumpkin Campground held its annual summer revival last week.
Youth ballpark rezoning denied
In a unanimous vote, the Dawson County Board of Commissioners struck down a proposed youth ballpark rezoning last week.
Board postpones condemnation vote
After two public hearings on land proposed to be condemned for a new courthouse and administrative building, the Dawson County Board of Commissioners postponed the vote to move forward with condemning the property last Thursday.
Forsyth County considering reservoir on Etowah River
Forsyth County's consideration to pursue funding for an Etowah River fed reservoir would not impact Dawson County's water flow, officials say.
County applying for grant to improve lake park
The board of commissioners voted last Thursday to move forward in applying for grant generated funds to upgrade War Hill Park.
Soldier’s funeral set for Saturday
U.S. Army Cpl. Matthew Phillips of Cumming was just weeks from completing his 15-month tour of duty in Afghanistan.
Fight night
Dawson County's Lakeview Center held the second annual Night of the Gladiators mixed martial arts amateur tournament Saturday.
Ralston to challenge Richardson for top post in the House
A Republican representing the west side of Dawson County will challenge House Speaker Glenn Richardson for the top post in the Georgia House.
County building official mourned
Friends and family are mourning the weekend death of Dawson County Building Official Wayne Elledge.
Lower than expected turnout for primary
Voter turnout was not what poll workers were anticipating in last Tuesday's primary election.
Local CPA surrenders to authorities
A local accountant accused of stealing more than $60,000 from a client's escrow account has surrendered to authorities.
Connecting past to present
The state's oldest working courthouse recently received a much-needed facelift as Dawson County enlisted more than 290 man-hours to preserve the historic building.
Articles by Section - LOCAL
Egg hunt is Saturday
Easter is this weekend and K.A.R.E. for Kids is ready for its annual egg hunt. The hunt begins at 11:30 a.m. on March 30 at Veterans Memorial Park. The organization invites the community to come out for a lunch of hotdogs and more.
Game benefits cause
A longstanding county rivalry deepened Saturday night when the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office topped the Dawson County Sheriff's Office in a charity basketball game. After the 51-37 win in Dahlonega, Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacy Jarrard said he was proud to take home the coveted pig-shaped trophy.
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