Obituaries – July 24th Issue
BRENDA HOLMES Brenda Sue Holmes, 81, of Trenton, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024. Brenda cherished spending time with her family, who held a special place in her heart. Known for her sharp wit and sense of humor, she found joy in laughter. Her hobbies included fishing, quilting, gardening, camping, cooking, and playing games like…
Read MoreWolverines “Competed Well, Played Extremely Physical” During Camp
By EDDY GIFFORD Sports Writer The Dade County High School Wolverine football team wrapped up the last couple of weeks of summer practice heading into acclimation week. Coach Jeff Poston stated, “We competed well at Heard County in a padded camp. We scrimmaged Heard, Villa Rica, and Lagrange. We moved the ball well and played…
Read MoreTrenton’s First Coffee Shop Celebrates Five Years
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor Corner Coffee first opened in mid-July 2019, becoming Dade County’s only coffee shop at the time. The owners, Keel and Tammy Irvin, saw that Artzy Cafe and then Big Woods Bakery had closed, leaving a gap for a breakfast/lunch spot that served quality coffee. In order to serve quality coffee…
Read MoreLady Wolverines Softball Will Scrimmage SE Whitfield Tuesday
By EDDY GIFFORD Sports Writer Lady Wolverine softball is just around the corner with the first regular season game scheduled for Aug. 1, so the team is busy getting ready for the upcoming season. Coach Stephen Graham said they are taking a team bonding trip this week, Monday through Wednesday, and will get back to…
Read MoreBurrows Pleased With Progress Lady Wolverines Have Made Over Summer
By EDDY GIFFORD Sports Writer The Lady Wolverine basketball team got in a lot of court time this summer as they spent about three and a half weeks in June practicing and going to camps. Second-year coach Katie Burrows was pleased with the progress they made and is looking forward to the getting on the…
Read More“The Darling” Is One Step Closer To National Register Of Historic Places
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor As readers may recall, Liz Simmons has spent the last few years working to get the Judge Hale house in Rising Fawn on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1884, the home is a striking white Victorian gingerbread across from Rising Fawn Hardware and Supply. Simmons’ vision is…
Read MoreCity Of Trenton Prepares For Contract With Veterinarian
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor The July 8 meeting of the City of Trenton Board of Commissioners included discussion of a contract with a veterinarian, but first, the board approved using SPLOST to purchase new flooring for City Hall. The total is $6,347.84 with $2,147.84 for the flooring from Professional Flooring Supplies and $4,200 for…
Read MoreTrenton Delivers Focuses On Trustworthiness, Friendliness, And Community
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor When entrepreneurial-minded people notice a problem or need where their passion could be put to use, they often jump into action. That’s the story of how Jessica Bowman and her husband, Joel, decided to launch Trenton Delivers this April. The need in the community was for a delivery service that…
Read MoreDade County 4-H’s First Forensics Summer Camp
By LYDIA BERGLAR News Editor Each summer, Dade County’s 4-H program offers a number of activities for kids that balance education, exploration, and just plain fun. Along with activities like zip lining, cave tours, forestry judging (learning how to identify species and use a compass and forestry tools), and a joint FFA and 4-H Agricultural…
Read MoreObituaries – July 17th Issue
PAUL FULGHUM JR. Paul Leroy Fulghum Jr., 64, of Wildwood, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. Born Nov.11, 1959, Paul was the son of Mattie Stowe Charles and the late Paul Leroy Fulghum Sr. Paul loved his children and grandchildren, cherishing every moment spent with them. He enjoyed playing the guitar and spending time outdoors,…
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