City of Nicholson GA

09/01/2026

The City of Nicholson, Water Authority, and Harold Swindle Public Library will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.

Waste Pro will run routes on Thursday, September 10th, & Saturday, September 12th, 2026. Please place your bins at the curb by 6:00 a.m.

The Nicholson City Council will meet on Tuesday, September 8, at 6:30 p.m. at 129 Lakeview Dr, Nicholson, GA 30565.
The agenda is available at

Home The City of Nicholson was originally named Cooper. The change to Nicholson was noted as early as 1876, when The Forest News described the stations on the Northeastern Railroad’s Athens to Lula run. The name Cooper was in honor of the Willis Cooper farm just below Nicholson. The people of Coop...

08/11/2026

Nicholson Proclaims August 11th as Safe Digging Day!

TODAY, the City of Nicholson is proud to recognize August 11th as Safe Digging Day and remind everyone of one simple step that can help prevent serious damage, injuries, and costly service disruptions:

☎️ CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG!

Planning to plant a tree, install a fence, build a deck, put in a mailbox, or start any project that involves digging? Call 811 first. Underground utility lines may be closer to the surface than you think, and hitting one can be dangerous.

07/03/2026

Gun Raffle Tonight!
Stop by the concession stand to grab your raffle tickets before the drawing at 7 PM. Don’t miss your chance—tickets are available all evening during the event!

07/03/2026

We’re ready for an unforgettable night in Nicholson as we celebrate our nation’s independence together. Here’s what’s happening tonight:

07/01/2026

🌶️ Lety’s Mexican Home Cooking is joining the Independence Day festivities!
From tacos to quesadillas and more, there will be plenty of delicious options to enjoy while celebrating together.

07/01/2026

If you love real country music, Nicholson is the place to be this Friday.
Come enjoy an evening of heartfelt songs, smooth guitar, and that unmistakable country sound from Clay Page.
We’ll see y’all there — it’s gonna be a good one.

07/01/2026

Nicholson, get ready, the countdown is on— America’s 250th Birthday Celebration is THIS Friday! 🇺🇸
We’re lighting up the night with fireworks, music, food, and community fun.
Bring your family, your friends, and your red‑white‑and‑blue — let’s make this celebration unforgettable!

07/01/2026

🍰💥 Dessert takeover activated.
Cakes, cupcakes, brownies, cookies — all the sweet chaos you didn’t ask for but absolutely need.
Prepare your taste buds. They’re about to be overwhelmed. Booth