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Trail Fest returns to Dahlonega this weekend

Jake Cantrell

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Whether you plan to hit the Appalachian Trail this fall or just enjoy being outdoors, the Dahlonega Trail Fest is a yearly favorite for anyone that ever aims to feel one with nature. This year's 9th annual Trail Fest will begin Friday, Sept. 6 at 5 p.m. and run through 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8.

THE AUGUST 28 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Candidates face off for city council • City budget set for adoption at next meeting • Tax Commissioner says ‘Pay up or face fines’ SPORTS • Softball team earns good start in Region play • Strong start doesn't last for Lumpkin football in season opener •...

Tax Commissioner says ‘Pay up or face fines’

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Tax Commissioner says ‘Pay up or face fines’

GREG FINAN JR.

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Lumpkin County Tax Commissioner Rachel Pruitt said she is "making notice." And the target is a list of tardy tax payers. “If you have a non-homesteaded mobile home on your property and it does not have a 2019 decal, you are liable to make an appearance in Magistrate Court and pay a fine," she said.

City budget set for adoption at next meeting

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City budget set for adoption at next meeting

GREG FINAN JR.

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

City of Dahlonega residents should expect to see a decrease in their property taxes and few, if any, increases in service fees when the city council votes to approve the FY 2020 budget at its next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3.

THE AUGUST 21 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Chainsaw artist carves out skills • School taxes could go up • County delivers tax bill decrease SPORTS • Tough week for local senior softball in league play • Lumpkin volleyball team earns 3-1 record last week • Football team takes down Towns in duel of...

County delivers tax bill decrease

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County delivers tax bill decrease

SHARON HALL

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

It looks like Lumpkin County Commissioners are planning to give both unincorporated and incorporated taxpayers an early Christmas gift this year.

Lumpkin County school taxes could go up

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School taxes could go up

SHARON HALL

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

It’s the lowest millage rate since 2011, said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rob Brown, but property owners will be paying more in taxes when the bills go out later this year. Brown is proposing not using the rollback rate this year.

City Election qualifying update

News Staff

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Qualifying for candidates wishing to run in the 2019 Municipal Election for Dahlonega City Council Post, 4, Post 5 and Post 6 will begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday, August 19, 2019 and continue day to day from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Qualifying will end at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2019.

THE AUGUST 14 EDITION OF THE DAHLONEGA NUGGET IS OUT NOW. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S ARTICLES

News Staff

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

HEADLINES IN THIS WEEK'S EDITION • Library construction is quickly progressing • Murder case ends with life sentence • Tax Commissioner won't seek re-election SPORTS • Lady Indians begin volleyball season • Softball team wins home opener, then hits tough stretch • Senior softball Miners...

Lumpkin County Tax Commissioner Rachel Pruitt

Tax Commissioner won't seek re-election

SHARON HALL

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Lumpkin County Tax Commissioner Rachel Pruitt’s mind is already made up. Her name will not appear on next year’s ballot. “I know in my heart it’s time to turn the reigns over,” she said. Pruitt spent the last 30 years in the tax and tag office—the last 10 as Commissioner.