[ In Government & Politics ]Dawson County Emergency Services Attends Firefighters Recognition DaySponsored by the Georgia State Firefighters Association, guest speakers at the event included Gov. Nathan Deal, Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, House Speaker David Ralston, and Attorney General Sam Olens among others...
[ In Wine ]Norm's Tasting Notes: 2008 Robert Mondavi Napa ChardonnayThis chardonnay is as fresh as spring to the nose, and backs up its abundant bouquet with swirling flavors of pear and pineapple. The finish is fresh and clean with a slight citrus note...
[ In Government & Politics ]Application Deadline for Property Tax ExemptionsDawson County residents are asked to visit the Tax Assessor’s office to apply for an exemption or to check for eligibility...
[ In Concerts/Entertainment ]Fifteen Annual Bear on the Square to Welcome Headlining MusiciansWith a hint of spring in the air after a very long, cold winter, many Dawson County residents are setting their sites to warmer days and the annual Bear on the Square Mountain Festival, set for mid-April...
[ In Government & Politics ]Dawson County Expands Communications to Include Email UpdatesFacebook is another communications tool that Dawson County is using to stay in touch with Dawson County residents and keep them informed...
[ In Fundraisers ]Hunters Donate Food to Abba HouseFarmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry, a national non-profit with local chapters, made a trip to the Abba House this week to donate protein-enriched venison...
[ In Government & Politics ]Pearson Honored by Dawson County Board of CommissionersSen. Chip Pearson was acknowledged for over 20 years of public service to the citizens of Dawson County and the State of Georgia in which he has served for the betterment of the community...
[ In Government & Politics ]Dawson County Republican Party Set for January 27Guest speakers will be Cecil Bennett, Dawson County School Board Member, and Justin Tomczak, Candidate for First Vice-Chairman of the Georgia Republican Party...
[ In Wine ]Norm's Tasting Notes: 2008 Francis Coppola Diamond Collection ClaretThe 2008 Coppola Claret has big rich flavors of cherries and dark berries, but it also possesses the earthy undertones of the Malbec and Cabernet Franc. This is a complex, but easy to drink red wine, with layers of fruit cascading into mellow tannins, and a lingering finish...
[ In Government & Politics ]Taking the Reigns of Senate District 51My predecessor, Chip Pearson, served this area for six years as a true statesman. He grew awareness across the state of everything our district has to offer, which has helped bring countless opportunities to local residents. I thank him for his tireless service...
[ In Garden & Landscape ]Liming of SoilOver a period of time, Dawson County soil tends to become more acid. Rainfall, irrigation, soil erosion, crop removal, and the use of the ammonium form of nitrogen all contribute to a gradual lowering of the pH...
[ In Government & Politics ]Valentine Vows at the Historic Dawson County CourthouseThe Dawson County Magistrate Court will celebrate Valentine’s Day again with free marriage and vow renewal ceremonies at the oldest working courthouse in Georgia...
[ In Government & Politics ]CERT Meeting Set for February 1The topic for the evening is Pet Care for Urgent Situations and the best approach to a strange pet when the team is activated for an emergency in Dawson County...
[ In Special Interests ]From Miss Mary's Kitchen: Christmas Seafood SaladThe beauty of this recipe is that you can prepare everything in advance and then sit back and relax, knowing you only need to place the ingredients on the plate, and your meal is ready...
[ In Wine ]Norm's Tasting Notes: 2008 Santa Rita 120 Cabernet SauvignonThe flavor of this wine is typical for Cabernet Sauvignon and swirls with cherry and dark berries. It is complex with a lot of fruit and finishes with a little touch of olive, and mellow tannins...
[ In Breaking News ]Brenau Cancels All Friday ClassesBrenau University has canceled all Friday classes in Gainesville, but employees have been asked to report at 10 a.m. Friday...
[ In Continuing Education ]Injury to Trees and ShrubsWinter injury to fruit plants occurs in the lower trunk, crown or roots near the soil surface. If damage destroys all inner bark tissue, the plant will die shortly after growth begins in spring. Damaged inner bark will turn brown, while healthy bark will appear greenish yellow...
[ In Breaking News ]Classes Cancelled at Brenau for ThursdayClasses are canceled, but the performance by Mark Twain impersonator Dave Ehlert scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday in Gainesville at Thurmond-McRae Lecture Hall on the Brenau University campus will go on as scheduled...
[ In Concerts/Entertainment ]Stars and Strikes Opens at Noon Today in CummingThe family entertainment center, located on Highway 9, just minutes from Exit 14 off of GA 400, offers bowling, interactive games, bumper cars, lazer tag, food and warm drinks...
[ In Breaking News ]Brenau Closed on WednesdayClasses on Brenau´s Gainesville, Norcross, Fairburn and Augusta campuses have been canceled for Wednesday, January 12, due to continuing hazardous winter weather conditions...