Spencer Adams made his pitching debut with the Round Rock Express Wednesday night. GASTONIA GHOST PEPPERS/SPECIAL
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
by Mark TurnerWhite County NewsIn a matter of 96 hours and more than 2,800 miles, Spencer Adams' life took a big turn over Father's Day weekend.
The Community Thrift Store on Highway 115 E. in Cleveland gives out grants to local nonprofits on a quarterly basis. The most recent grant presentation was on June 18. From left: Sedina Dove, Jackie McDaniel, Frank Morrell (back), Mark Thomason (back), Gail Smith, Carol Dobson, Kim Sosebee, Tammi Terrall, Tim Skidmore and Paul Veen. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN
A cadet slides down an inflatable water slide during the White County Junior Law Enforcement Academy. The program includes physical training and team-building activities designed to introduce students to careers in law enforcement and public safety. PHOTOS BY CARLY HENDERSON/WCN
White County High School graduate Bryson Howe, left, prepares to sign his commitment pledge during a signing ceremony on June 18. Howe received a congressional appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy from Congressman Andrew Clyde, right.
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The Community Thrift Store on Highway 115 E. in Cleveland gives out grants to local nonprofits on a quarterly basis. The most recent grant presentation was on June 18. From left: Sedina Dove, Jackie McDaniel, Frank Morrell (back), Mark Thomason (back), Gail Smith, Carol Dobson, Kim Sosebee, Tammi Terrall, Tim Skidmore and Paul Veen. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN
A cadet slides down an inflatable water slide during the White County Junior Law Enforcement Academy. The program includes physical training and team-building activities designed to introduce students to careers in law enforcement and public safety. PHOTOS BY CARLY HENDERSON/WCN
White County High School graduate Bryson Howe, left, prepares to sign his commitment pledge during a signing ceremony on June 18. Howe received a congressional appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy from Congressman Andrew Clyde, right.
WCHS' Maddie Kate Hall was named to the Class AAA All-State girl's golf team. WCHS ATHLETICS/SPECIAL
White County's Alex Freeman was selected as a utility player on the GADC Class AAA All-State second team. JENNNIFER KNIGHT/WCN
Spencer Adams made his pitching debut with the Round Rock Express Wednesday night. GASTONIA GHOST PEPPERS/SPECIAL
The Afternoon Delight was docked in the parking lot of Lake Zwerner last week as Duke Neslen and Beau Donner prepared to launch their newly-purchased 25-foot sailboat into the reservoir waters. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Motorists passing through on Highway 441 and visitors to the City of Dillard should use caution as there is ongoing road construction in the area. MEGAN HORN/CNI
A young man drowned at Panther Creek in Habersham County on June 7. FILE PHOTO
Spencer Adams made his pitching debut with the Round Rock Express Wednesday night. GASTONIA GHOST PEPPERS/SPECIAL
WCHS' Maddie Kate Hall was named to the Class AAA All-State girl's golf team. WCHS ATHLETICS/SPECIAL
White County's Alex Freeman was selected as a utility player on the GADC Class AAA All-State second team. JENNNIFER KNIGHT/WCN
Send Letters to the Editor to editor@whitecountynews.net. Please include a phone number and town of residence.
The Community Thrift Store on Highway 115 E. in Cleveland gives out grants to local nonprofits on a quarterly basis. The most recent grant presentation was on June 18. From left: Sedina Dove, Jackie McDaniel, Frank Morrell (back), Mark Thomason (back), Gail Smith, Carol Dobson, Kim Sosebee, Tammi Terrall, Tim Skidmore and Paul Veen. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN
Send Letters to the Editor to editor@whitecountynews.net. Please include a phone number and town of residence.
A cadet slides down an inflatable water slide during the White County Junior Law Enforcement Academy. The program includes physical training and team-building activities designed to introduce students to careers in law enforcement and public safety. PHOTOS BY CARLY HENDERSON/WCN
Bill Hager
Ivy Rutzky
Dink NeSmith
Carly Henderson
The Afternoon Delight was docked in the parking lot of Lake Zwerner last week as Duke Neslen and Beau Donner prepared to launch their newly-purchased 25-foot sailboat into the reservoir waters. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Motorists passing through on Highway 441 and visitors to the City of Dillard should use caution as there is ongoing road construction in the area. MEGAN HORN/CNI
A young man drowned at Panther Creek in Habersham County on June 7. FILE PHOTO
WCHS' Maddie Kate Hall was named to the Class AAA All-State girl's golf team. WCHS ATHLETICS/SPECIAL
White County's Alex Freeman was selected as a utility player on the GADC Class AAA All-State second team. JENNNIFER KNIGHT/WCN
Spencer Adams made his pitching debut with the Round Rock Express Wednesday night. GASTONIA GHOST PEPPERS/SPECIAL
