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White County High School principal Mary Anne Collier

White County High School principal Mary Anne Collier

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WCHS principal to take on administrative role 

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026
By Denise Etheridge   White County High School principal Mary Anne Collier will fill a newly created position in administration with the school system before the start of the next school year.
Jason Bryant was sworn in as City of Cleveland Fire Chief by Judge Garrison Baker at the Feb. 2 Cleveland City Council meeting. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

Jason Bryant was sworn in as City of Cleveland Fire Chief by Judge Garrison Baker at the Feb. 2 Cleveland City Council meeting. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

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Jason Bryant sworn in as Cleveland’s new fire chief

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026
By Carly Henderson The City of Cleveland officially has a new Fire Chief as Jason Bryant was sworn in at the Cleveland City Council's Feb. 2 meeting. Bryant was sworn in by Cleveland City Judge Garrison Baker.
Truett McConnell University may soon have a new president. FILE PHOTO

Truett McConnell University may soon have a new president. FILE PHOTO

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TMU board to meet, consider candidate to lead university

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Friday, January 30, 2026
By Denise Etheridge   Truett McConnell University may soon have a new president. Brandi Wood, TMU's director of marketing and communications, notified the White County News Friday afternoon that the school's Board of Trustees will meet at 1 p.m.
This tree went down at Chimney Lake during last weekend’s Winter Storm Fern. PHOTO/BRYCE BARRETT, WHITE COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY

This tree went down at Chimney Lake during last weekend’s Winter Storm Fern. PHOTO/BRYCE BARRETT, WHITE COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY

Fern slams White County

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
By Denise Etheridge and Carly Henderson Winter Storm Fern delivered a historic whammy to White County this past weekend. Trees weighed down by ice toppled, bringing down power lines and blocking roads across the county.
Chief Jason Bryant

Chief Jason Bryant

Jason Bryant named Cleveland Fire Chief

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
Staff report Following an executive session on Jan. 22, the City of Cleveland announced the selection of Jason Bryant as the city’s new Fire Chief, following approval by Mayor and City Council.
White County will open a shelter Saturday morning for individuals and families who have factors that limit their ability to safely shelter in place during the winter storm. METRO CREATIVE

White County will open a shelter Saturday morning for individuals and families who have factors that limit their ability to safely shelter in place during the winter storm. METRO CREATIVE

County to open shelter for most vulnerable

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
Staff report   White County will open a shelter Saturday morning for individuals and families who have factors that limit their ability to safely shelter in place during the winter storm.
Dr. Jonathan Stribling was named the sole final candidate for White County School Superintendent. Stribling is currently the assistant superintendent for the school system.

Dr. Jonathan Stribling was named the sole final candidate for White County School Superintendent. Stribling is currently the assistant superintendent for the school system.

Stribling named finalist for superintendent

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
By Denise Etheridge A familiar face is expected to soon fill the top leadership role at the White County School System.
The Property Tax Relief Local Option Sales Tax is a 1% countywide sales tax aimed at generating revenue to lower property tax bills. METRO CREATIVE

The Property Tax Relief Local Option Sales Tax is a 1% countywide sales tax aimed at generating revenue to lower property tax bills. METRO CREATIVE

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Development Authority touches on tax relief, inland port

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
By Denise Etheridge The White County Development Authority briefly discussed the new mechanism for property tax relief and the inland port under construction, as well as acknowledging a personal loss during a quarterly meeting held last week.
Over 225 people participated in the 47th annual Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Georgia Hogpen Hill Climb 18K and Georgia Mountain Coaster 5K. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

Over 225 people participated in the 47th annual Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Georgia Hogpen Hill Climb 18K and Georgia Mountain Coaster 5K. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

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Runners climb Hogpen for Habitat

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
By Carly Henderson Runners gathered in Helen on Jan. 17 to take part in the 47th annual Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Georgia Hogpen Hill Climb 18K and Georgia Mountain Coaster 5K, an event that has become a longtime fundraiser for the organization.