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Alton Swann spoke with the White County Commission about rezoning his property at 254 Star Lake Lane to R-3 Residential Seasonal District. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

Alton Swann spoke with the White County Commission about rezoning his property at 254 Star Lake Lane to R-3 Residential Seasonal District. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

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Commissioners discuss changes to STR rules

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
by Linda Erbele White County News   County commissioners expressed frustration with their own rules and management of short-term rentals at a called meeting May 15.
Steady the Wave — Caleb Giles, Nate Loper, Trey Fuller and Elizabeth Futch — will have their debut performance at the Business Block Party. (Photo/submitted)

Steady the Wave — Caleb Giles, Nate Loper, Trey Fuller and Elizabeth Futch — will have their debut performance at the Business Block Party. (Photo/submitted)

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Local band debuts at Business Block Party tonight

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   About a year ago, Trey Fuller brought together three of his friends who he knew from different parts of his life to form a band. They didn’t know each other then, but became friends as they formed Steady the Wave.
Gloria Sutton was among several people who addressed the Cleveland City Council regarding a plan to sell the old Talon property. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

Gloria Sutton was among several people who addressed the Cleveland City Council regarding a plan to sell the old Talon property. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

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Cleveland to seek buyer for Talon property

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Linda Erbele White County News   Community members from Cleveland’s Ward 2 attended the May 9 city council meeting to question members about the city-owned site of the Talon Factory on Campbellton Road. “We would like some explanation of the property at Talon,” said Gloria Sutton.
Gloria Hughes, Kim Fletter and Hal Miller join hands as they pray for each other during National Day of Prayer at Freedom Park. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

Gloria Hughes, Kim Fletter and Hal Miller join hands as they pray for each other during National Day of Prayer at Freedom Park. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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‘With great blessings’

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   Five pastors from five different churches in White County led the community in prayer on May 4 for National Day of Prayer. The event was held in Freedom Park in Cleveland and organized by the White County Ministerial Fellowship.
White County’s new interim county manager, Billy Pittard, left, shakes hands with Commission Chair Travis Turner at a called commission meeting to announce his employment May 8. Behind them, from left, are commissioners Terry Goodger, Craig Bryant, Lyn Holcomb and Edwin Nix. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

White County’s new interim county manager, Billy Pittard, left, shakes hands with Commission Chair Travis Turner at a called commission meeting to announce his employment May 8. Behind them, from left, are commissioners Terry Goodger, Craig Bryant, Lyn Holcomb and Edwin Nix. (Photo/Linda Erbele)

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County hires new interim manager

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Linda Erbele White County News   The White County Commission unanimously approved the hiring of an interim county manager at a called meeting May 8, effective immediately.
The Cody Cantrell Family sings “He is Love” during the dinner service. (Photo/Jessica Wood)

The Cody Cantrell Family sings “He is Love” during the dinner service. (Photo/Jessica Wood)

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Dinner honors 115 survivors

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Jessica Wood White County News   Relay For Life of White County held their annual survivors and caregivers dinner on Friday, May 5 at Shoal Creek Baptist Church ahead of the Relay for Life fundraising walk at Freedom Park on Friday, May 19.
Dr. Connie Nunley will retire from teaching English at TMU. (photo/submitted)

Dr. Connie Nunley will retire from teaching English at TMU. (photo/submitted)

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Nunley retires after four decades

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Linda Erbele White County News   After almost four decades teaching English at Truett McConnell University, Dr. Connie Nunley is retiring. She was feted with a reception in April, will participate in assessments and graduation, but is anticipating grading that last paper.
White County Animal Control Sgt. Brian Anthony, White County Animal Control Operations Chief Sherrill Dockery and Caleb Holbrook pose with Carter Cruce after the awards ceremony. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

White County Animal Control Sgt. Brian Anthony, White County Animal Control Operations Chief Sherrill Dockery and Caleb Holbrook pose with Carter Cruce after the awards ceremony. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Warriors at Work honors award winners

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   White County Animal Control and Caleb Holbrook were named this year’s Carter Cruce Awards winners. Each year, the White County High School Warriors at Work staff recognize a student and worksite for the Carter Cruce Awards.
Leon White goes down “The Intimidator,” a half mile long zip line at Nacoochee Adventures with views of Mt. Yonah. (Photo/Jessica Wood)

Leon White goes down “The Intimidator,” a half mile long zip line at Nacoochee Adventures with views of Mt. Yonah. (Photo/Jessica Wood)

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Fearless flight

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
by Jessica Wood White County News   A 97-year-old veteran celebrated his birthday on Tuesday by zip lining at Nacoochee Adventures in Helen. Leon White of Clermont conquered “The Intimidator,” one of the longest dual zip lines in the country at a half mile long.