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State Sen. Bo Hatchett briefs local Republicans

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
by Denise Etheridge White County News   State Sen. Bo Hatchett (R-Mt. Airy) spoke to the White County Republican Party about this year’s budget and new laws crafted by the Georgia Legislature. Hatchett lauded the legislature’s passage of a $37.

Gooch sets sights on larger political stage

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
By Dave Williams and Keith Murden Capitol Beat News Service & The Dahlonega Nugget   Lumpkin County native Steve Gooch will seek the Republican nomination to run for Lieutenant Governor next year.

Georgia Legal Services offers lifeline to low-income residents

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
By Denise Etheridge White County News   People living below the poverty line generally can’t afford an attorney, even if they are about to be evicted or are having issues receiving their benefits. That’s where the lawyers at Georgia Legal Services Program can step in.
Jenna Pratt signs with Young Harris.

Jenna Pratt signs with Young Harris.

Pratt headed to Young Harris

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
Staff Reports White County High School senior Jenna Pratt will head to Young Harris College this fall to continue her academic and athletic career. Pratt was a four-year member of the WCHS volleyball program and played a key role in the Lady Warriors' success on the court over the past four years.

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County preps for competitive PSC election

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
by Jerry Grillo White County News   The White County Election Board is preparing for a potentially competitive primary election. In the board’s last meeting, May 20, Election Supervisor Amie Veater noted the unexpected complexity of what ordinarily would be a quiet election year.
Roger Rosdahl and Fred "Little John" Killmon

Roger Rosdahl and Fred "Little John" Killmon

Robin Hood and his Merry Men

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
By Jerry Grillo White County News   Roger Rosdahl didn’t learn his best friend’s name until he found it etched in black granite. He’d been searching the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. — The Wall. But he kept coming up empty. “I was looking for the wrong name,” says Rosdahl.

School budget heads to public hearings

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Thursday, May 22, 2025
by Denise Etheridge White County News   Community members and school officials were reminded during a May 20 Board of Education meeting that the school board will hold two public hearings on a tentative budget for fiscal year 2026. The first hearing will be held at 5:45 p.m.
Chrystal Coker assists an unhoused client during last Thursday’s event at His Hands and Feet Ministry Thrift Store. (Photo/Jerry Grillo)

Chrystal Coker assists an unhoused client during last Thursday’s event at His Hands and Feet Ministry Thrift Store. (Photo/Jerry Grillo)

Homeless outreach highlights local need

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Monday, May 19, 2025
by Jerry Grillo White County News   Chris sleeps in his car and doesn’t feel comfortable sharing his real name. He says he works, but he needs a few things, including a meal.
The White County Honor and Color Guard presented a 21 gun salute and performed Taps during a ceremony to honor Purple Heart recipients on May 8. From left are Bob Bardenwerper, Dave Fortner, Garey Huff, Tommy Chastain and Larry Clark. (Photo/Denise Etheridge)

The White County Honor and Color Guard presented a 21 gun salute and performed Taps during a ceremony to honor Purple Heart recipients on May 8. From left are Bob Bardenwerper, Dave Fortner, Garey Huff, Tommy Chastain and Larry Clark. (Photo/Denise Etheridge)

Veterans remember an unpopular war

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Monday, May 19, 2025
by Denise Etheridge White County News   The Vietnam War was an unpopular conflict that often left seen - and unseen - scars upon the service men and women who were lucky enough to return home.