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Pets of the Week: Jan. 27

Pets of the week for the week of Jan. 27 from White County Animal Control and Charles Smithgall Humane Society. At White County Animal Control, Teddy is a one-year-old male shepherd mix who is just wonderful!
Qualifying for the City of Cleveland mayoral candidates begins today.

Qualifying for the City of Cleveland mayoral candidates begins today.

Qualifying for Cleveland Mayor race begins today

Qualifying for the City of Cleveland mayoral candidates begins today, Monday, Jan. 27, and will be held through Wednesday, Jan. 29, at Cleveland City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. There is a $138 qualifying fee.
Our reporter Stephanie had a fun time visiting the Charles Smithgall Humane Society and Adoption Center last week. Check out this week's paper to find out more information about the shelter.

Our reporter Stephanie had a fun time visiting the Charles Smithgall Humane Society and Adoption Center last week. Check out this week's paper to find out more information about the shelter.

Headlines in the Jan. 23 issue of the White County News

Headlines in the Jan. 23 issue of the White County News: They're the B-E-S-T! All About the Animals Autry aims to be next sheriff Football schedule reflects new setup Warrior teams set for final stretch WCMS teams begin title chase Check out our classifieds.
Tavi Simmons exploded for 23 points in the junior varsty team's win over West Forsyth Saturday morning in Cumming. (Photos/Staci Sulhoff)

Tavi Simmons exploded for 23 points in the junior varsty team's win over West Forsyth Saturday morning in Cumming. (Photos/Staci Sulhoff)

JV Warriors pick up three straight victories

The White County junior varsity boys' basketball team had a perfect weekend, picking up three wins. The Warriors opened the weekend with a 49-40 win over West Hall. The Warriors trailed early, 13-9, but used a 13-6 run in the second quarter to take the halftime lead.
Naomi Roberts had 20 points in the JV team's win over West Forsyth last Saturday. (Photo/Staci Sulhoff)

Naomi Roberts had 20 points in the JV team's win over West Forsyth last Saturday. (Photo/Staci Sulhoff)

JV Lady Warriors post back-to-back wins

The White County Lady Warriors' junior varsity basketball team swept a pair of wins last weekend. The Lady Warriors pulled off their biggest scoring output of the season last Friday, running away from West Hall for an 88-10 win.
Paisley Cathey, right, and the WCMS seventh-grade girls team will try to close out a perfect season this week with a Mountain League tournament title. (Photo/Mark Tuner)

Paisley Cathey, right, and the WCMS seventh-grade girls team will try to close out a perfect season this week with a Mountain League tournament title. (Photo/Mark Tuner)

WCMS teams begin title chase

The Mountain League basketball tournament tipped off this week for the White County Middle School teams. The WCMS teams are competing in the seventh-grade and eighth-grade events through the week, with the league championship games set for Friday afternoon.
Alexis Pashkovets and the rest of the WCHS soccer players begin the season in early February. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Alexis Pashkovets and the rest of the WCHS soccer players begin the season in early February. (Photo/Mark Turner)

WCHS teams begin prep for spring season

With temperatures hovering in the 30s this week, it certainly doesn't feel like spring. But for the White County High School spring sports teams, the start of the 2020 season is just around the corner.
Rachel Lovell, above, along with Naomi Crumley, Bentley Cronic, and Ellie Gearing will be recognized during Senior Night festivities Friday night. Will Sampson and Marty James, the senior members of the WCHS boys' team, will also be honored during the ceremony. (Photo/Staci Sulhoff)

Rachel Lovell, above, along with Naomi Crumley, Bentley Cronic, and Ellie Gearing will be recognized during Senior Night festivities Friday night. Will Sampson and Marty James, the senior members of the WCHS boys' team, will also be honored during the ceremony. (Photo/Staci Sulhoff)

Warrior teams set for final stretch run

The final stretch of the regular season is here for the White County High School basketball teams. After a night off from the region schedule on Tuesday, the WCHS teams get back on the court Friday for the final home games of the 2019-20 campaign, taking on Chestatee.