Fuller Wins D14, Calls Victory A “Strong Vote” For Trump’s Agenda
Republican Clay Fuller has won the special election runoff for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, a victory he attributes to the endorsement by President Donald Trump and support from the greater North Georgia electorate. Fuller, who previously served as district attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit, advanced from a crowded special election field before defeating…
Read MoreWastewater Spill Into Lookout Creek Draws Concern, City Says Discharge Was Partially Treated
A wastewater overflow from the City of Trenton’s treatment plant on April 10 is drawing concern after a local kayaker reported foul-smelling discharge and dead fish in Lookout Creek, though city officials say the release was limited, partially treated and contained quickly. Mayor Alex Case said the material released was not raw sewage, but a…
Read MoreJoint Session Covers SPLOST, Infrastructure and Future Planning
Local leaders from across Dade County gathered Wednesday for their biannual joint session, sharing updates on infrastructure, economic development, public services and long-term planning efforts. The meeting — one of two held each year in March and October — brought together the Dade County Board of Commissioners, the Trenton City Commission, the Dade County Water…
Read MoreLuxury Dome Retreat To Open On Sand Mountain, Adding To Georgia Tourism Growth
A new upscale outdoor lodging destination is set to open this spring atop Sand Mountain, bringing 21 geodesic dome units and a resort-style retreat to Dade County. The project is operated by The Glamping Collective, a hospitality company that specializes in luxury glamping experiences that combine immersive natural settings with boutique-style accommodations. The Sand Mountain…
Read More1945 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…
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