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Helen approves golf cart rules

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

by Eric Tiongson White County News During their meeting on Tuesday, March 19, the Helen City Commission voted to pass ordinance 24-02-01, which regulates the use of motorized carts in the city.

Satana Dockery claps along as her daughter, Ellie Kate, sings “Let it Go” from “Frozen” at the It Only Takes a Spark Talent Show. The three-year-old was the youngest performer. (Photos/Samantha Sinclair)

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‘Overwhelmed with pride’

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Little Ellie Kate Dockery took charge of her act, taking the microphone from her mother as she sang the chorus of “Let it Go,” a song about accepting who you are and being proud of your abilities.

State Superintendent Richard Woods surprises Tesnatee Gap Elementary School Teacher Holly Witcher with the news that she is one of the ten finalists for Georgia Teacher of the Year as White County Schools Superintendent Laurie Burkett looks on. (Photo/Georgia Department of Education)

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Local teacher makes state’s top ten

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News One of the top teachers in the state is right here in White County.

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TMU hosts Friends and Family events this weekend

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

It’s a big weekend for Truett McConnell University. Friends and Family Weekend 2024 kicks off today with a lineup of events and distinguished guests, offering an unforgettable experience for all attendees. The main event, Standing on Truth, features keynote speaker Riley Gaines.

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Election Day turnout matches early voting

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

by Eric Tiongson White County News White County has spoken, and the results are in. The 2024 Presidential Preference Primary came to an end on Tuesday night, with polls closing at 7 p.m. Unofficially, 4,118 total votes were cast, down from 7,340 votes in the 2020 June primary.

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Challengers step up for sheriff, commissioners

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Qualifying for the May General Primary concluded Friday with only four of the 13 seats contested. In the final two days of qualifying, challengers for sheriff, board of commissioners chair and board of commissioners District 1 all came forward.

Dr. Amos Wipf poses with the cakes prepared for his birthday celebration. (Photo/Eric Tiongson)

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100 years and counting

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

by Eric Tiongson White County News Dr. Amos Samuel Wipf has seen a thing or two. The Great Depression. The Dust Bowl. World War II. He’s lived a very rich and fulfilling life, one that’s now lasted an entire century.

About 25 grams of meth were confiscated during the arrests.

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Drug house bust nets 6 arrests

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

by Eric Tiongson White County News On Tuesday, March 12, six people were arrested during a drug bust at 979 Hulsey Road in Cleveland, according to the White County Sheriff’s Office. About 25 grams of meth were confiscated during the arrests, according to reports.

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Literacy leader to head local elementary curriculum

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News An assistant principal is moving to the district office next school year. Danette Hasek, assistant principal at Mossy Creek Elementary School, was selected to be the district’s new director of elementary curriculum, effective July 1.

The proposed fire station’s road coverage out to five miles was presented by Public Safety Director David Murphy.

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New fire station plans move forward

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

by Eric Tiongson White County News White County is one step closer to a new fire station. The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a request for proposal for the building of White County Fire Station No. 9 during their March 5 meeting.