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Firefighters worked for several hours on Sunday, Nov. 10, to extinguish the fire that broke out that morning at JW Reeds Tavern. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Firefighters worked for several hours on Sunday, Nov. 10, to extinguish the fire that broke out that morning at JW Reeds Tavern. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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‘It’s very heartbreaking’

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, November 14, 2019
The future of a longtime Cleveland establishment is uncertain after a Sunday morning fire destroyed JW Reeds Tavern on Nov. 10. Ed Ward, who owns the business with his wife Regina, told the White County News on Nov. 12 that they haven’t decided what the next steps will be or if they’ll rebuild.
This image shows a typical style of the townhomes proposed for a Planned Unit Development on 1.7 acres on Jackson Street in Cleveland. (Submitted photo)

This image shows a typical style of the townhomes proposed for a Planned Unit Development on 1.7 acres on Jackson Street in Cleveland. (Submitted photo)

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Cleveland approves change for townhome development

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, November 14, 2019
The Cleveland City Council has approved rezoning that clears the way for new housing. The request by Be Squared LLC to change 1.7 acres it owns at 189 Jackson Heights from residential mobile home use to Planned Unit Development (PUD) was presented at the council’s Tuesday, Nov. 12, meeting.
Firefighters responded to a report of smoke at McDonald's in Cleveland approximately earlier this evening. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Firefighters responded to a report of smoke at McDonald's in Cleveland approximately earlier this evening. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Firefighters respond to minor incident at McDonald's

News Staff
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Firefighters responded to a report of smoke at McDonald's in Cleveland earlier this evening. Cleveland Fire Chief Ricky Pruitt said it appears that there was a malfunction with a heat and air unit on the roof.
Pippa

Pippa

Pets of the Week: Nov. 11

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2019
Pets of the week for the week of Nov. 11 from White County Animal Control and Charles Smithgall Humane Society. At White County Animal Control, Pippa is a 6-month-old female Lab who loves to hop around. This super playful girl also has some manners, and will train easily.
Flames could be seen coming out of the roof of J.W. Reed's Tavern in Cleveland. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Flames could be seen coming out of the roof of J.W. Reed's Tavern in Cleveland. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Fire destroys J.W Reed’s Tavern

Stephanie Hill
Sunday, November 10, 2019
J.W. Reed’s Tavern was destroyed in a fire Sunday morning. The fire started before the restaurant opened, so there were no customers present, but co-owner Regina Ward and an employee were inside. They were able to escape with no injuries, said Cleveland Fire Chief Ricky Pruitt.
The White County JROTC Raider teams had a big weekend at a pair of national events. The mixed team posted an eighth-place finish at the U. S. Army National Raider Championships. (Photo/WCHS JROTC Program)

The White County JROTC Raider teams had a big weekend at a pair of national events. The mixed team posted an eighth-place finish at the U. S. Army National Raider Championships. (Photo/WCHS JROTC Program)

Headlines in the Nov. 7 issue of the White County News

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Headlines in the Nov. 7 issue of the White County News: Ash, Garmon win Helen seats School CCRPI results show gains and dips New voting system starts in 2020 - here's how it works JROTC Raider squad bring home national honors Run to the finish Check out our classifieds.
Starting next year, Georgia voters will be using new machines to cast their ballots.

Starting next year, Georgia voters will be using new machines to cast their ballots.

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New voting system starts in 2020 – here’s how it works

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Starting next year, Georgia voters will be using new machines to cast their ballots. “The machines are a lot like the older ones that we had,” says White County Chief Voter Registrar Lisa Manning.
White County School System saw a slight dip in their 2019 overall College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) score, but still remained above the state average.

White County School System saw a slight dip in their 2019 overall College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) score, but still remained above the state average.

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School CCRPI results show gains and dips

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, November 7, 2019
White County School System saw a slight dip in their 2019 overall College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) score, but still remained above the state average. The CCRPI measures how a student is doing and what areas, if any, need improvement.
Sarah Huckabee Sanders

Sarah Huckabee Sanders

Former Trump press secretary to speak at TMU

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Former White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders will be the keynote speaker at the next Todd Starnes Faith & Freedom Celebration at Truett McConnell University, set for April 18, 2020.