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Friends and Family is this weekend.

Friends and Family is this weekend.

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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.
Election 2024

Election 2024

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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)

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.

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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Danette Hasek

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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.

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.
Cleveland is making adjustments to its budget after a review of its Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or SPLOST, by an independent firm.

Cleveland is making adjustments to its budget after a review of its Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or SPLOST, by an independent firm.

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City OKs SPLOST fix

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   Cleveland is making adjustments to its budget after a review of its Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or SPLOST, by an independent firm. In the report from Amanda Wilkinson of Bates, Carter and Co.
Hannah Foor of Cafe International tops barbecue on a pretzel slider bun with beer cheese for a guest at Taste of the Town Friday night. The theme for the event was Talladega Nights with many guests and local restaurant participants dressed like their favorite characters. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

Hannah Foor of Cafe International tops barbecue on a pretzel slider bun with beer cheese for a guest at Taste of the Town Friday night. The theme for the event was Talladega Nights with many guests and local restaurant participants dressed like their favorite characters. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

Taste of the race

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Ricky Bobby’s Wonder Bread-sponsored attire was a popular sight Friday night at the Talladega Nights themed Taste of the Town. The White County Chamber of Commerce event, held at Yonah Mountain Vineyard this year, highlights member restaurants, letting guests try tastes from each one.
Terry Goodger and Rick Kelley qualify for office with the White County Republican Party — represented by Susan Cremering and Chair Ron Webb — in the White County Elections and Registrations office’s conference room. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

Terry Goodger and Rick Kelley qualify for office with the White County Republican Party — represented by Susan Cremering and Chair Ron Webb — in the White County Elections and Registrations office’s conference room. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Elections office sees flurry of activity

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   Qualifying for local offices started immediately Monday morning, with three Republican candidates and one nonpartisan candidate at the White County Elections and Registration office when qualifying opened at 9 a.m.