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How four Dawson County first responders recently went above and beyond to help a man in need
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When the BOC met on April 4, Four Dawson County first responders were given awards for helping an unhoused man in March. Fire and EMS leadership stand with Christopher Morris, Alex Roberts, Michael Elrod and Asheton Collins after those four first responders each receive awards for their efforts. - photo by Julia Hansen
Julia Hansen
DCN Staff
Updated: Apr 5, 2024, 9:41 PM
Published: Apr 5, 2024, 6:42 PM
Four first responders from Dawson County’s Fire Station 2 were recently lauded for their compassionate acts to help a local man experiencing homelessness.
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City of Dawsonville to donate these much-needed pieces of equipment to Georgia State Patrol
City hall
Erica Jones
DCN Staff
Published: Jul 31, 2025, 2:32 PM
The City of Dawsonville is continuing its practice of purchasing equipment to support the Georgia State Patrol, following a vote at the city council’s July meeting.
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