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Plans for a new Cleveland Building Authority is set to proceed.

Plans for a new Cleveland Building Authority is set to proceed.

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Building Authority plans moving ahead

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Plans for a new Cleveland Building Authority is set to proceed. No members of the public spoke at a required Feb. 16 hearing on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in regards to the creation of the authority.
Three defendants facing murder charges were among the 88 people indicted by a White County grand jury last week.

Three defendants facing murder charges were among the 88 people indicted by a White County grand jury last week.

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Grand jury indicts three for murder

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Three defendants facing murder charges were among the 88 people indicted by a White County grand jury last week. Gary Blane Stephens, 28, was indicted on charges of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of firearm during commission of a felony. Stephens was arrested Aug.
Winter storms that wreaked havoc on Texas and other parts of country have also affected COVID-19 vaccination efforts in Georgia.

Winter storms that wreaked havoc on Texas and other parts of country have also affected COVID-19 vaccination efforts in Georgia.

Winter weather delays vaccines

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Winter storms that wreaked havoc on Texas and other parts of country have also affected COVID-19 vaccination efforts in Georgia.
The Helen City Commission has approved a temporary 10% increase in water and sewer rates to help offset a projected shortfall in funds for infrastructure projects.

The Helen City Commission has approved a temporary 10% increase in water and sewer rates to help offset a projected shortfall in funds for infrastructure projects.

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Helen utility rates to increase

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, February 18, 2021
The Helen City Commission has approved a temporary 10% increase in water and sewer rates to help offset a projected shortfall in funds for infrastructure projects.
Here’s a chance to have your artwork featured on the cover of the White County News’ annual Get the Scoop magazine – and to win a $100 prize.

Here’s a chance to have your artwork featured on the cover of the White County News’ annual Get the Scoop magazine – and to win a $100 prize.

SCOOP artwork deadline approaching

News Staff
Monday, February 15, 2021
The deadline is quickly approaching to submit your artwork in Get the Scoop magazine cover contest.  Get the Scoop is a guide to White County, packed with information, stories and photos featuring local people and places.
Fourth grade students Emily Roberts, Audrey Whitaker, and Harper Murphey dressed up as 100-year-old ladies. (Submitted photos)

Fourth grade students Emily Roberts, Audrey Whitaker, and Harper Murphey dressed up as 100-year-old ladies. (Submitted photos)

100 days of school!

News Staff
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Friday, Feb. 5, was the 100th day of school for White County Schools’ students. Teachers and students focused on the number 100 and all of the exciting things that can be done with this magical number! Mrs. Allyson Clark and Mrs.
An annual arts experience including three sites in White County returns this weekend.

An annual arts experience including three sites in White County returns this weekend.

WinterFest weekend brings world of art to explore

News Staff
Thursday, February 11, 2021
An annual arts experience including three sites in White County returns this weekend. The two-day WinterFest Arts Tour will include festivals at Unicoi State Park & Lodge, the Helen Arts & Heritage Center and the Sautee Nacoochee Center and will feature 145 artists.
Joe Mason

Joe Mason

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Mason remembered for kindness, humor

News Staff
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Whether as a minister, writer or a friend, Joe Mason is being remembered for kindness and the connections he made with many people. The longtime White County News columnist and Sautee Nacoochee resident passed away Feb. 3 at the age of 85.
Cleveland Municipal Court Judge Garrison Baker swore in Jeff Shoemaker as the new Cleveland police chief on Monday, Feb. 8. Pictured with Shoemaker is his wife, Andrea Shoemaker. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Cleveland Municipal Court Judge Garrison Baker swore in Jeff Shoemaker as the new Cleveland police chief on Monday, Feb. 8. Pictured with Shoemaker is his wife, Andrea Shoemaker. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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Shoemaker sworn in as police chief

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Cleveland has a new police chief following the swearing-in of Jeff Shoemaker on Monday, Feb. 8. “I’m super excited to say the least,” Shoemaker said.
More COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics are planned to allow providers additional  space to process more patients as supplies allow.

More COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics are planned to allow providers additional  space to process more patients as supplies allow.

Off-site vaccination sites planned

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, February 11, 2021
More COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics are planned to allow providers additional  space to process more patients as supplies allow.