Whitfield County, Georgia

06/04/2026

Join us in congratulating Krystal Lofty for graduating from the Conasauga Drug Court program! Her dedication and hard work are an inspiration.

Thank you to 2024 Drug Court graduate Robin Hall for sharing words of encouragement. We also extend our thanks to all who showed up in support of this program!

06/03/2026

Please join us on Thursday, June 4th for the Conasauga Treatment Court Graduation! The ceremony will begin at 11:00am in the Whitfield County Courthouse.

06/01/2026

The Conasauga Judicial Circuit Superior Court will sign a proclamation recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day on Friday, June 5th, from 12:00pm to 12:30pm at the Whitfield County Courthouse, located at 205 N. Selvidge Street in Dalton.

Observed annually on the first Friday in June, National Gun Violence Awareness Day honors the lives of those affected by gun violence and raises awareness in communities across the country.

Community members are invited to attend and are encouraged to wear orange in recognition of the day.

05/28/2026

Whitfield County Clerk of Superior Court Babs Bailey was recently recognized for completing the Superior Court Clerks’ Certification Program through the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

To earn certification, participants are required to complete eleven 6-hour courses, two 3-hour courses, and submit a final paper highlighting coursework completed through the program and how the information learned can be applied within their office.

The program is designed to provide continuing education and professional development for Superior Court Clerks across Georgia. To maintain certification, participants must complete annual update training and continuing education requirements each year.

Join us in congratulating Babs on her achievement!

05/26/2026

Planning Commission 5-26-2026

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor our fallen heroes. Thank you to those who have served and continue to serve.

Reminder: All Whitfield County non-emergency offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

As part of Public Works Appreciation Week, the Whitfield County Public Works Department held a “rodeo” competition where employees tested their precision equipment skills through a series of obstacle courses.

Congratulations to the following winners:

Backhoe
1st place: Riley Sellers
2nd place: Andrew Catlett
3rd place: Christian Klopp
Truck Stop
1st place: Mitchell Whitener
2nd place: Spencer Blankenship
3rd place: Ethan Cooper
Skid Bowl
1st place: Adam Ayers
2nd place: Randall Bolin
3rd place: Matt McCall
Excavator
1st place: Matt Smith
2nd place: Josh Locke
3rd place: Thomas Bishop

To wrap up the week, we would like to thank the entire PW team for their hard work throughout the year. Their efforts help keep Whitfield County running every day!

05/21/2026

On Friday, May 15th, the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony of the new community center coming to Westside Park.

The community center will serve as the final addition to the county's recreation master plan and will include a large multipurpose room, office space, two gymnasiums, and an indoor walking track. Outdoor amenities will include a pavilion and playground area.

Construction is currently estimated to be completed in August 2027. Officials said they are excited to see the project progress and look forward to the impact the facility will have for years to come.

05/19/2026

It's Election Day! Get out and VOTE!

Our Transit Department is providing transportation to and from your voting precinct for FREE all day long! 2 riders have already utilized this service today. To book yours, please call: 706-278-3606

WHITFIELD COUNTY! IT'S TIME TO VOTE!
Today is Election Day for the General Primary! Polls are open today from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm. Voters must report to their assigned polling location. You can find your location by visiting this link: www.mvp.sos.ga.gov or by calling our office at 706-278-7183!