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White primer on Historic Courthouse concerns residents
County Manager: The end result will be a red color
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A small area of the Historic Courthouse shows how the building will look once the current renovation is complete. - photo by Michele Hester Dawson County News
The past few weeks have had many residents in Dawson County in full fret mode as they have driven through downtown Dawsonville and seen the Historic Courthouse on the square being painted a shocking shade of white. Calls have been pouring in seeking answers, according to county officials, who say there is no cause for concern, as the white is a primer for the red color that will cover the brick facade. "The Historic Courthouse is being preserved and restored," said County Manager Randy Dowling.
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Dawsonville recognizes retiring utilities director for 30 year career with city
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On Nov. 16, the Dawsonville City Council recognized retiring employee Gary Barr for his 30 years of service as Utilities Director for the city. (Photo by Sara Beacham)
At its regular meeting and work session on Monday, Nov. 16, the Dawsonville City Council recognized retiring city employee Gary Barr for 30 years of service with the city.
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