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Jon Schwartz addressing the planning commission at the May 30 meeting, regarding his request to change 1299 Ga. Hwy. 17 from C-1 community commercial to R-1 single family residential. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

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On hold: Planning board tables historic overlay

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

by Linda Erbele White County News The White County Planning Commission voted to table proposed amendments to the White County Land Use Ordinance related to Historic Preservation at its meeting June 5.

Balloon race starts

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Lift-off for the 50th Helen to the Atlantic Balloon Race was scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. today. Balloonists began the race at the launch field and will continue racing until the first person crosses Interstate 95.

Summer tourism is expected to be strong with people taking day trips to attractions, like the city of Helen. (file photo)

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Day trippers to impact tourism

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News White County can look forward to seeing a lot of visitors this summer, according to White County Chamber of Commerce President Beth Truelove. “We’re on the edge of a really exciting summer season,” Truelove said.

Andy Negra smiles as Alvin Seale presents him with a pecan birthday cake and the crowd sings “Happy Birthday.” (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Andy Negra celebrates 99 years

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Andy Negra has three children, six grandchildren, four great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. And, as of Sunday, he has lived 99 years. “I guess that’s a big number,” Negra said Sunday morning. “But for me it’s another day.

Ashley Harris addressed the White County Planning Commission on May 30 about the need for protection for historic areas in White County. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

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Commission hears pleas for historic overlay

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

by Linda Erbele White County News The White County Planning Commission heard a number of impassioned pleas to protect the community by adding an historic preservation provision to White County’s Land Use Ordinance during a public hearing Tuesday night.

The Class of 2023 tosses their caps in the air at the conclusion of the White County High School graduation ceremony Friday night. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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To memories made

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News After 4,659 days as classmates, White County High School’s Class of 2023 made one final memory together — graduation.

George Shipley, Randy Summers and Gary Leeds swap stories over refreshments. (Photo/Jessica Wood)

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Vet-to-Vet Cafe gives veterans a place to talk

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

by Jessica Wood White County News Once a month, veterans are able to come together and talk about their experiences with others who can actually relate to what they’ve been through, offer some perspective and give support.

Roger Rosdahl (left) and Frederick Killmon (right) became best friends in Vietnam. (Photo/submitted)

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Foundation honors memory of fallen Vietnam soldier

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

by Jessica Wood White County News Frederick “Little John’’ Killmon and Roger Rosdahl were 19 when they enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1969. They had met in early 1970 when they were stationed together.

Cleveland city council person Rebecca Yardley (right) listens to citizens. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

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Yardley listens to Talon property concerns, history

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

by Linda Erbele White County News More than a dozen Cleveland citizens gathered at the police department Tuesday, May 23 for a town hall meeting. There was no agenda and no time limit on speeches.

Ella Blair and Daniel Ratigan lead the Class of 2023 as valedictorian and salutatorian. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Graduation set for Friday

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Two hundred and fifty-seven students will be recognized Friday night as the newest graduates of White County High School. The graduation ceremony is set for 8 p.m. at Warrior Stadium on the high school campus.