1945 Dade County Fair Expands to Two-Day Celebration in 2026
By Alannah Tinker, For The Dade County Sentinel What started as a simple Fourth of July idea has grown into one of Dade County’s signature summer traditions. The 1945 Dade County Fair will expand to two days for the first time in 2026, marking its ninth year with a broader schedule, a nationally recognized headliner…
Read MoreRegenerative Farming Emerges as Land Pressures Rise in Dade
The future of farming in Dade County feels more urgent with each new subdivision and housing development that pushes farther into what was once farmland. In a county where agriculture is still a defining part of our landscape, many people are asking what comes next if the ground beneath our feet keeps changing hands and…
Read MoreDCHS Construction Program Builds Functional Tiny Home to Be Used as Airbnb
BY ALANNAH TINKER For the Dade County Sentinel The Dade County High School construction program is building a tiny house to eventually be used as an Airbnb. The project is already underway with the initial structure formed including exterior walls, subflooring, and some framing. There will be pine v-groove siding on the exterior. The students…
Read MoreClay Fuller Outlines Border Security, Economic Policy And Public Safety As Foundation Of Congressional Campaign
Clay Fuller says his campaign for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District is centered on what he views as the federal government’s core responsibilities: securing the border, strengthening the economy, defending constitutional rights and supporting law enforcement. Fuller resigned as District Attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit to run for Congress, shifting from state-level prosecution to…
Read MoreTrenton Animal Control Director Resigns As Animal Center Project Moves Forward
The City of Trenton confirmed this week that Animal Control Director Emily Richards has resigned from her position as the city continues preparations for construction of the new Trenton-Dade Animal Center facility. In a statement, Mayor Alex Case described the resignation as a personnel matter and said the city would not release additional details. “The…
Read MoreDDA Moves to Apply for Rural Zone Designation, Citing Limited Window
The Trenton Downtown Development Authority voted Feb. 19 to move forward with applying for Georgia’s Rural Zone designation, a state program that provides targeted tax incentives for investment and job creation in small-town downtown districts. The item was added to the agenda during the meeting and approved as part of new business. Members agreed the…
Read MoreAcademic Excellence on Display: Burick Named DCHS 2026 STAR Student
Dade County High School senior Ellie Burick has been named the school’s 2026 STAR Student, recognizing her as the highest SAT scorer at DCHS and one of its top academic performers. Burick was honored during a recent meeting of the Trenton-Dade Optimist Club, where community leaders and school officials gathered to celebrate her achievement. As…
Read MoreTrenton Moves to Formalize Trash Collection With New Can Distribution Program
The City of Trenton is preparing to roll out a new trash can distribution program aimed at standardizing how garbage is collected, reducing litter and curbing abuse of the city’s long-running residential pickup service, Mayor Alex Case said. Trenton has provided garbage collection for years, but Case said the lack of uniform containers and rules…
Read MoreTrenton Advances Plan to Waive Fees for New Businesses
The Trenton City Commission is moving forward with a proposal aimed at making it easier and less expensive for new businesses to open in the city, as officials continue to look for ways to spur investment and fill long-vacant buildings. The measure, drafted by the Downtown Development Authority and now under review by the city…
Read MoreMastering Your Goals: A Local Guide to Getting Organized and Achieving What Matters
In the whirlwind of adult life, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly reacting rather than proactively building the life you envision. Whether it’s managing household tasks, advancing your career, or pursuing personal passions, getting organized and setting effective goals are often the keys to turning aspirations into achievements. If you’re ready to move from…
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