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Panelists Margaret McLean, Dr. Shanda Ginn, Lacy Turner and Carol Jackson consider their answers as Moderator Beth Truelove asks a question during the Pearls of Wisdom panel discussion. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Women gather for Pearls of Wisdom event

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Over 150 local business women got to start their day with inspiration and fellowship thanks to the White County Chamber of Commerce’s Pearls of Wisdom event at Meadows of Mossy Creek Tuesday.

Nathaniel Williamson sizes a ring for a customer at his booth at last year’s Fireside Arts and Crafts Show at Unicoi State Park and Lodge. (file photo)

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Two-day WinterFest is this weekend

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

The mountains will be alive with artists this weekend for the annual WinterFest Arts Tour.

Jon Estes

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Estes seeks 3rd term

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News When Jon Estes first ran for the White County Board of Education, he did so to make a difference. He now intends to seek a third term on the board representing District 1.

The legacy of Inda Allen, who was a high school junior when she died in 1987, is supported by the community to assist other deserving students. (Photo/submitted)

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Inda’s legacy continues

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

by Linda Erbele White County News February is the month for seniors to apply for scholarships offered through the high school counselor’s office.

There’s no lead in the city of Cleveland’s water lines.

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City finds no lead in pipes

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News There’s no lead in the city of Cleveland’s water lines. Water Resources Director Andrea Smith announced the news at the Cleveland City Council meeting Monday night. “I’m happy that there’s no lead for sure,” Smith said after the meeting.

White County Commission Chairman Travis Turner, Rep. Will Wade, Rep. Stan Gunter, Commissioner Terry Goodger and Sheriff Rick Kelley meet at the State Capitol on Monday. (Photo/submitted)

Hopes high for library funding

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News White County officials discussed funding for a new library with state legislators Monday. Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Terry Goodger and Sheriff Rick Kelley met with local legislators including State Sen. Steve Gooch, State Sen.

Terry Goodger

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Goodger seeks 4th term

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Terry Goodger knows that often when running for re-election, people say there’s something they want to finish.

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Voter registration deadline is Monday

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Feb. 12 is a big day at the White County Elections and Registration Office. It is the last day to register to vote for the Presidential Preference Primary, and it is the day the office will start mailing absentee ballots for the primary.

Barry Vandiver

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Vandiver wants to serve on county commission

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Barry Vandiver wants to represent the people again, but this time as a county commissioner. He has announced his intent to run for the District 4 seat on the White County Board of Commissioners.

Charlie Thomas

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Thomas to seek 5th term

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Charlie Thomas announced his intent to seek a fifth term representing District 3 on the White County Board of Education. “We’ve got some projects started that I’d like to see completed,” Thomas said. One of those projects is the Performing Arts Center.