Broken Pipes, Dripping Faucets Cause Water Outages
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor With temperatures reaching single digits over Christmas, the Dade County water system encountered water pressure and broken pipe issues. Low water pressure and water outages eventually led to a boil notice issued by the Dade County Water & Sewer Authority on Dec. 28. Sherri Walker, general manager for the authority,…
Read MoreCounty and City Discuss New Elections Building
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor A joint work session on Dec. 28 between the Dade County Board of Commissioners and the City of Trenton Board of Commissioners resulted in overall agreement to build a new elections building. The commissioners agreed that the gravel lot by the old train depot is the best location. This lot…
Read More911 Call Center: Behind-the-Scenes of Emergency Response
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor When situations like the Dec. 26 snowfall and ensuing car accidents arise, Dade County’s E-911 call center jumps into action. While that evening was a particularly busy time, the call center is a tireless 24/7 effort. Alex Case, director of Dade County’s Emergency Management Agency, emphasizes the focus on saving…
Read MoreWolverines Rally to Pull Out Win Over Tennessee Christian
By EDDY GIFFORD Sports Writer The Wolverine basketball team traveled to Sale Creek, Tenn., last week to participate in the Sale Creek Christmas Tournament. In the opening game, the Wolverines faced off against Tennessee Christian in a hard-fought battle. DCHS fell behind early as the Tennessee Christian team came out red hot and dominated early,…
Read MoreDade Wraps Up Play in Gordon Lee’s Christmas Tournament
The Dade County High School Lady Wolverine basketball team played in the Gordon Lee Christmas Tournament last week, and it turned out to be a long competition. DCHS opened play on Monday, Dec. 19 against the Silverdale Academy Lady Seahawks. The Lady Wolverines fell behind early but managed to hold their own through the first…
Read MoreTrenton Pressing Donates to Trenton Police/Fire Departments
A Road to Recovery: One Hang Glider Pilot’s Story
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor With months of perseverance and the help of Trenton Physical Therapy, a hang gliding pilot and instructor known as Goat has made significant recovery after a serious hang gliding crash. As he patiently continues with physical therapy, he looks forward to gliding through the skies once again. On April 19,…
Read MoreTrenton Fire Department Hires Part-Time Firefighters
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor Beginning in January 2023, the Trenton Fire Department will have two part-time firefighters per day. Like all fire departments in Dade County, the Trenton department has only been able to serve thanks to many volunteers over the years. Adding paid positions is a significant step in ensuring proper response. Joining…
Read MoreAlpaca Farm, Boutique, and Coffee Bar Opens in Wildwood
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor Rosie Mae’s Alpaca Farm is one recent addition to Wildwood, Ga. The business is a fulfillment of Max and Maegan Lewis’ dreams, but their eldest daughter, Rosalie Mae, also played a significant part in the journey. Several years ago, the Lewis family visited an alpaca farm in Trion, Ga. for…
Read MoreWater & Sewer Authority Discusses Need to Filter Debris
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor Due to efficient pumps at the main raw water intake station, large amounts of debris are also being pulled in, causing the pumps to wear out quickly. Sherri Walker (general manager for the authority) addressed this issue at the Dec. 20 Water & Sewer Authority Board of Directors Meeting. “We…
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