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This area of Lumpkin Campground Road could see $700,000-plus in fixes
Planned fixes include upgrading the median at one retail access point.
4 hours ago
These changes could help the Dawson County Library better serve patrons
An uptick in library visitors has spurred talks of patron-centered changes at the Dawsonville branch.
5 hours ago
How local and chain restaurants alike fared on Dawson County’s latest kitchen inspections
Here's how local restaurants serving burgers, tacos and more scored.
July 30, 2025
A Dawson-area attorney could lose her law license after being accused of alleged acts tied to ‘ghosting’ multiple clients
From allegedly failing to file documents and return phone calls to charging clients thousands of dollars in fees and then ghosting them, one North Georgia attorney could soon lose her ability to practice law.
July 30, 2025
UPDATE: When Old Dad’s Wings restaurant will open in Dawson County
The local eatery’s vision of a brick-and-mortar restaurant is days away from becoming reality.
July 28, 2025
Dawson County commission changes meeting times, online formats. Here’s what to expect
The changes are meant to make it easier for locals to attend meetings.
July 25, 2025
How to safely enjoy Dawson County’s waterways this summer
With summer and water recreation activities in full swing, some recent missing person incidents in Dawson County are a reminder that safety is key to enjoying the outdoors.
July 24, 2025
The latest on road fixes planned along Highway 9 in southern Dawson County
Two intersections in southern Dawson County are now among the projects to be paid for using funds from the county’s transportation special purpose local option sales tax.
July 23, 2025
Where Dawson County will gain a new hotel near Ga. 400
A major hotel brand plans to debut along Dawson County’s commercial corridor, expanding farther into northeast Georgia.
July 22, 2025
Dawson County commissioners decide on $1.7 million-plus bid for new public health building
Dawson County is one step closer to having a new public health facility after a recent Board of Commissioners vote.
July 25, 2025
UPDATE: Dawsonville Indian restaurant boosts failing health score to an ‘A’
The local Indian kitchen brought its health score up almost 30 points
July 28, 2025
Dawson County’s 2024 budget saw surge in revenue for planned SPLOST capital projects, audit shows
Audit results highlighted a Dawson County sales tax that’s helping pay for public safety projects, recreation upgrades and more.
July 18, 2025
This Dawsonville pizza spot redeems health score with an ‘A’
The restaurant upped its health score by 23 points.
July 18, 2025
Dawson County man arrested after weekend-long time on the lam now sentenced
A local man previously accused of committing multiple family violence-related crimes and fleeing law enforcement has now been sentenced in Dawson County.
July 17, 2025
How the recent hearing for a 211-home project fits into larger talks about future growth in Dawson County
A developer wants to build 211 homes near Dawson County's only double roundabout. DCN looks at how a recent public hearing for the project fits into bigger talks about residential growth in the area.
July 16, 2025
Dahlonega man pleads in gas station indecent exposure case
A North Georgia man has now entered a plea on one charge tied to exposing himself at a Dawson County gas station.
July 16, 2025
Dawsonville’s city manager is suddenly gone. Here's what his resignation letter says
City of Dawsonville manager Bob Bolz resigned July 4 from the position he has held for the past nine years.
July 16, 2025
Longtime Dawson County farmer celebrates award-winning cattle
Raising and showing cattle has been a lifelong passion for one local farmer—a passion that he’s happy to share with others.
July 16, 2025
UPDATE: Shoal Creek bridge reopens north of Dawsonville
People entering or exiting the north end of Dawsonville now have one less detour to deal with when traveling through the area.
July 14, 2025
UPDATE: Teenage suspect in Dawsonville robbery now accused of sex assault-related acts in separate case
A local teenager arrested last week for his alleged role in a recent robbery now faces several charges tied to a sexual assault against a minor.
July 14, 2025
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