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Dawson County grapples with development and growing public needs in 2024
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Dawson County voters approved a one-percent transportation sales tax or TSPLOST in a May 2024 referendum. File photo.
Julia Hansen
DCN Staff
Updated: Jan 3, 2025, 6:08 PM
Published: Jan 3, 2025, 5:58 PM
With the ongoing local growth, 2024 was perhaps a test of endurance for Dawson County. Even as critical steps have been taken to help prepare for current and future needs, the community has continued to face challenges tied to an increasing demand for public services.
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BA: PTO Soup and Salad (Buford Academy Events)
Buford, GA
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A Day (Buford Elementary School Events)
Buford, GA
Wed, Nov 19
Dance Fall Show @ 6:30 pm
Buford, GA
Thu, Nov 20
B Day (Buford Elementary School Events)
Buford, GA
Thu, Nov 20 @9:30am
Clownfish & Sharks Thanksgiving Performances
Alpharetta, GA
Thu, Nov 20 @10:00am
Homeschool Day: The Creek and Cherokee of Georgia
Northeast Georgia History Center
Thu, Nov 20 @10:00am
Coloring Therapy for Adults
Murrayville Branch Library
Thu, Nov 20 @10:00am
Because Mom Collectives Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting 11/20/2025 10:00 AM - 11/20/2025 12:00 Noon
Cumming, GA
Thu, Nov 20 @11:00am
Red, Blue, & You @ Arena
Buford, GA
Thu, Nov 20 @12:00pm
Animal Care Behind the Scenes
Elachee Nature Science Center
Thu, Nov 20 @1:00pm
Gainesville Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!)
Oakwood, GA
Thu, Nov 20 @3:00pm
Elementary Art I, Art Adventures: Course 3 (Thursdays)
Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Thu, Nov 20 @5:00pm
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Murrayville Branch Library
Thu, Nov 20 @5:30pm
JV Girls Basketball vs Jefferson @ BHS
Buford, GA
Thu, Nov 20 @6:00pm
KHA: Kids Healthcare Alliance
Talk of the Table
Thu, Nov 20 @6:00pm
Wicked Movie Night at Halcyon
Halcyon Forsyth
Thu, Nov 20 @6:30pm
BMS Dance Fall Show Performance
BHS PAC
Thu, Nov 20 @7:00pm
Money Is A Mirror
Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Tech
Thu, Nov 20 @7:00pm
Open Mic
Indio Brewing
Thu, Nov 20 @7:30pm
UNG Chamber Orchestra : Fall Concert
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This outdoor living store plans future spot in Dawson County
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An outdoor clothing and gear store is planning to locate in a Ga. 400-area retail hub. Graphic courtesy of Dawson County Community Development.
Julia Hansen
DCN Staff
Updated: Nov 19, 2025, 12:06 AM
Published: Nov 19, 2025, 12:01 AM
A popular outdoor clothing and supplies store plans to set up in a Dawson County retail hub.
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