Public Safety

The motorcycle was engulfed in flames and the driver was arrested in White County on Monday

The motorcycle was engulfed in flames and the driver was arrested in White County on Monday

Motorcyclist injured following chase

News Staff
Thursday, May 26, 2022
On May 23, at approximately 8:08 p.m., Dawson County attempted to stop a motorcycle for having no registration on Ga. 400 North near the Lumpkin County line. The motorcycle slowed rolled to Ga.
A White County Grand Jury returned a total of 36 true bill indictments and two no bill indictments on April 11 and 12.

A White County Grand Jury returned a total of 36 true bill indictments and two no bill indictments on April 11 and 12.

Grand Jury returns 36 indictments

Ashley Blair
Thursday, April 21, 2022
A White County Grand Jury returned a total of 36 true bill indictments and two no bill indictments on April 11 and April 12. A total of 38 people were indicted. Tobie L. Cook  served as foreperson, with Tina M. Gooch serving as assistant foreperson.
High Fire Danger Conditions are present in White County on Monday, March 21.

High Fire Danger Conditions are present in White County on Monday, March 21.

High Fire Danger Alert for March 21

News Staff
Monday, March 21, 2022
High fire danger conditions are present in North and Central Georgia due to low relative humidities today.  A Special Weather Statement was issued March 21 at 3:35 a.m. by the National Weather Service in Peachtree City.
County law enforcement and firefighters to get bonus pay

County law enforcement and firefighters to get bonus pay

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County law enforcement and firefighters to get bonus pay

News Staff
Thursday, February 3, 2022
A one-time bonus of up to $1,000 will be coming to eligible county public safety and first responder personnel. The extra pay comes courtesy of a Georgia supplemental grant program funded through the federal American Rescue Plan Act. White County’s total grant award is $127,995.
A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Jan. 28

A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Jan. 28

Fire Watch has been Issued from National Weather Service

News Staff
Friday, January 28, 2022
White County Emergency Management Agency in cooperation with White County Fire Services, City of Cleveland, and City of Helen Fire Departments encourages residents not to burn on Saturday, Jan. 29. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Jan. 28 at 4:04 a.m. until Jan. 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Cleveland Police Department officer Sarah Emery approaches a truck during traffic patrols Tuesday.

Cleveland Police Department officer Sarah Emery approaches a truck during traffic patrols Tuesday.

CPD focuses on holiday traffic safety

Ashley Blair
Thursday, December 23, 2021
The Cleveland Police Department will be stepping up its efforts to promote traffic safety and reduce vehicle accidents this holiday season, as law enforcement officers throughout the state participates in similar campaigns to make roadways safe. CPD officers held a safety briefing Dec.
A suspect’s Jeep Wrangler flipped at the Cleveland square after a pursuit by law enforcement. (Photo courtesy Katie Perkins)

A suspect’s Jeep Wrangler flipped at the Cleveland square after a pursuit by law enforcement. (Photo courtesy Katie Perkins)

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Stabbing suspect crashes in downtown after vehicle pursuit over county lines

News Staff
Thursday, December 2, 2021
An alleged stabbing in southern White County led to a vehicle pursuit across county lines that totaled a patrol car and ended with a crash on Cleveland’s downtown square. The White County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a stabbing at an Arthur Seabolt Road home around 6 p.m. Nov. 24.
City of Helen

City of Helen

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Helen to review options for reducing open container violations

News Staff
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Helen city ordinances prohibit the carrying of open containers of alcoholic beverages on public properties – but such instances appear to be happening more often than officials would like to see. Discussion at the Nov. 16 city commission meeting turned to what could be done to address the concern.