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The Helen City Commission has approved a resolution issuing approximately  $6.3 million in revenue bonds through the Downtown Development Authority of Helen to help pay for nine upcoming water and sewer projects.

The Helen City Commission has approved a resolution issuing approximately  $6.3 million in revenue bonds through the Downtown Development Authority of Helen to help pay for nine upcoming water and sewer projects.

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Helen to use $6.3 million bonds to fund for upcoming projects

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 20, 2021
The Helen City Commission has approved a resolution issuing approximately  $6.3 million in revenue bonds through the Downtown Development Authority of Helen to help pay for nine upcoming water and sewer projects.
Do you have a great photo of summertime on the lake? Have you caught a fabulous fish on an area lake? Lake Living magazine is now accepting submissions for photography that could be featured on the cover of the magazine’s summer 2021 edition.

Do you have a great photo of summertime on the lake? Have you caught a fabulous fish on an area lake? Lake Living magazine is now accepting submissions for photography that could be featured on the cover of the magazine’s summer 2021 edition.

Photo contest open for Lake Living magazine

News Staff
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Do you have a great photo of summertime on the lake? Have you caught a fabulous fish on an area lake? Lake Living magazine is now accepting submissions for photography that could be featured on the cover of the magazine’s summer 2021 edition.
White County has seen a decrease in COVID-19 numbers, following a slight increase, as officials continue to promote vaccine availability throughout the community.

White County has seen a decrease in COVID-19 numbers, following a slight increase, as officials continue to promote vaccine availability throughout the community.

COVID-19 vaccines still being encouraged, cases remain steady

News Staff
Thursday, May 20, 2021
White County has seen a decrease in COVID-19 numbers, following a slight increase, as officials continue to promote vaccine availability throughout the community. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s May 18 status report showed the average at 0.9 daily cases at that time, down from 1.
Community members can offer input on a proposed ordinance that would address maintenance of property in White County’s unincorporated areas, including those deemed a public nuisance or health hazard.

Community members can offer input on a proposed ordinance that would address maintenance of property in White County’s unincorporated areas, including those deemed a public nuisance or health hazard.

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Nuisance ordinance hearing set

News Staff
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Community members can offer input on a proposed ordinance that would address maintenance of property in White County’s unincorporated areas, including those deemed a public nuisance or health hazard.
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White Countian named VP at HEMC

News Staff
Thursday, May 20, 2021
White County resident Josh Allen has been promoted to vice president of engineering and operations for Habersham EMC. Allen began his career at HEMC in 2002.
TMU President Dr. Emir Caner addressed graduates during commencement ceremonies May 15. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

TMU President Dr. Emir Caner addressed graduates during commencement ceremonies May 15. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

TMU has its largest graduating class ever

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
by Jenny Gregory Special to the News Truett McConnell University held its 2021 graduation commencement for 169 bachelor’s and master’s degree candidates in one of two commencement services inside The George Blaurock Student Wellness Center on May 15.
The White County Water Authority is looking to make changes to water agreements with Cleveland and Helen.

The White County Water Authority is looking to make changes to water agreements with Cleveland and Helen.

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Water Authority seeks new agreements with cities

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 20, 2021
The White County Water Authority is looking to make changes to water agreements with Cleveland and Helen. During a May 13 meeting, WCWA board members approved new, adjusted contracts with the cities.
White County senior Dasha Cannon had a career day during the Class AAA discus event last week in Albany, winning the state championship in record-breaking fashion. (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

White County senior Dasha Cannon had a career day during the Class AAA discus event last week in Albany, winning the state championship in record-breaking fashion. (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

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Cannon wins Class AAA discus crown

Mark Turner
Thursday, May 20, 2021
White County High School made some noise last week at the Class AAA state track meet in Albany. The Lady Warriors, behind a state championship performance from Dasha Cannon, captured fifth place in the girl's team standings, while the Warriors finished 14th in the boy's competition.
WCHS golfers, from left, Catie Craig, Eliza Jane Glover, Erin Dorsey, and Rylee Adams show off the Class AAA championship trophy Tuesday after winning the school's first ever spring sports team title. (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

WCHS golfers, from left, Catie Craig, Eliza Jane Glover, Erin Dorsey, and Rylee Adams show off the Class AAA championship trophy Tuesday after winning the school's first ever spring sports team title. (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

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WC golfers win first spring team title

Mark Turner
Thursday, May 20, 2021
For the first time in school history, White County is at the top of the mountain in high school golf. The Lady Warriors pulled off the historic achievement earlier this week, winning the Class AAA team title at the state tournament at Apple Mountain Golf Club in Clarkesville.
With the installation of new pay meters in two of the Helen’s municipal parking lots, the city has decided to slightly increase parking fees. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

With the installation of new pay meters in two of the Helen’s municipal parking lots, the city has decided to slightly increase parking fees. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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Helen parking fee rises

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 20, 2021
With the installation of new pay meters in two of the Helen’s municipal parking lots, the city has decided to slightly increase parking fees.