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Susan Beauregard

Susan Beauregard

Life changes with a breast cancer diagnosis

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, October 24, 2019
At eight months pregnant, Susan Beauregard of Cleveland was nearing a life-changing experience as a soon-to-be mom in 2002. It was also the same time that she found a lump on her breast.
From left, Joshua Thereur, Caleb Johnston, Taylor Brown, Amaya Cartwright and Brittany Linley lift Ethan Conners as they prepare to carry him down the stairs to be transported. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

From left, Joshua Thereur, Caleb Johnston, Taylor Brown, Amaya Cartwright and Brittany Linley lift Ethan Conners as they prepare to carry him down the stairs to be transported. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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Prepared for the worst

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Nurses have to be prepared for any situation, and that’s just what Truett McConnell University nursing students did during an active shooter drill on Friday, Oct. 18.
2019 Community Job Fair

2019 Community Job Fair

Community Job Fair set for Thursday, Oct. 24

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2019
The 2019 Community Job Fair is scheduled for 3-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, in the George Blaurock Student Wellness Center at Truett McConnell University. (100 Alumni Drive in Cleveland). Guests are invited to bring a résumé and meeting job fair attendees. Two workshops are also planned: 3:15 p.m.
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Historical committee sets open house

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, October 24, 2019
A county historic overlay committee will hold a third, possibly final, open house next month related to historic preservation planning. The public discussion is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, at Union Grove Campground (301 Amen Drive, Building 400, in Cleveland).
Work crews clear land Tuesday, Oct. 22, to prepare for road construction that will widen Hulsey Road in Cleveland from two lanes to five lanes, including a two-way turn lane. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

Work crews clear land Tuesday, Oct. 22, to prepare for road construction that will widen Hulsey Road in Cleveland from two lanes to five lanes, including a two-way turn lane. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

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Phase 3 Begins

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Work has begun to widen Hulsey Road for the third and final phase of the Appalachian Parkway, also known as the Cleveland bypass. Land clearing began Oct.
James Dennis McCormick

James Dennis McCormick

Suspect identified in attempted armed robbery at Taco Bell

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, October 24, 2019
James Dennis McCormick, 27, of Lawrenceville, has been identified as the suspect in the alleged attempted armed robbery of Taco Bell in Cleveland late last night. In a press statement, Cleveland Police Chief John Foster said a call came in about 11:58 p.m. about an armed robbery.
Will Garrett

Will Garrett

Garrett joins field for sheriff’s race

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Will Garrett says his experience has prepared him to serve as White County sheriff and take on the responsibilities of serving the community. Garrett, 39, recently told the White County News he plans to qualify for the 2020 sheriff’s race as a Republican.
Knight

Knight

Pets of the Week: Oct. 21

News Staff
Monday, October 21, 2019
Pets of the week for the week of Oct. 21 from White County Animal Control and Charles Smithgall Humane Society. At White County Animal Control, Knight is a 2-year-old male Chow mix. He is the sweetest. We know chows have a bad rep, but this guy seems to be nothing but love.
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News Update

TMU holding active shooter drill

News Staff
Friday, October 18, 2019
Truett McConnell University will be holding an active shooter drill Friday, Oct. 18. The exercise is expected to run from around 1-3 p.m. A sign will be posted notifying those passing by the campus that the activity is a drill and not an actual emergency.