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Nara Allen, left, and Stacie Ward.

Nara Allen, left, and Stacie Ward.

Allen returning to WCMS; Ward retiring from Jack P. Nix

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 29, 2021
A familiar face will be returning to the halls of White County Middle School. The White County Board of Education has approved hiring Nara Allen as the school’s new principal, effective July 1, 2021. Current principal Kristi Gerrells is retiring in June. “It is very exciting,” Allen said.
Stacie Ward is retiring in June of this year. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Stacie Ward is retiring in June of this year. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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Jack. P. Nix Elementary’s Ward to retire

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Following an entire career spent at one location, Jack P. Nix Elementary School Principal Stacie Ward will be retiring in June. And after more than two decades spent in education, Ward said now is right time for her to focus on her family and personal matters.
Nara Allen will become the next principal at White County Middle School. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Nara Allen will become the next principal at White County Middle School. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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Allen returning to WCMS as principal

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 29, 2021
A familiar face will be returning to the halls of White County Middle School. The White County Board of Education has approved hiring Nara Allen as the school’s new principal, effective July 1, 2021. Current principal Kristi Gerrells is retiring in June. “It is very exciting,” Allen said.
White County is exploring implementing a parking fee and kiosk at the Yonah Preserve Trailhead to offset operational costs.

White County is exploring implementing a parking fee and kiosk at the Yonah Preserve Trailhead to offset operational costs.

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Parking fee considered for county trailhead

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, April 29, 2021
White County is exploring implementing a parking fee and kiosk at the Yonah Preserve Trailhead to offset operational costs. County commissioners outlined the concept for the popular hiking and biking trails, accessed from Albert Reid Road, during their April 26 meeting.
After more than a year of study, a proposed framework for designating historic areas in an overlay district was presented to the White County Board of Commissioners at its April 26 meeting.

After more than a year of study, a proposed framework for designating historic areas in an overlay district was presented to the White County Board of Commissioners at its April 26 meeting.

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Historic overlay district proposal sent to county for further review

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, April 29, 2021
After more than a year of study, a proposed framework for designating historic areas in an overlay district was presented to the White County Board of Commissioners at its April 26 meeting.
School bus drivers Avery Clark and Mike Ray react to surprise “Be More Bucks” presentations noting they would receive an additional $2,020 bonus on top of $1,000 previously promised by Gov. Brian Kemp. (Submitted photo)

School bus drivers Avery Clark and Mike Ray react to surprise “Be More Bucks” presentations noting they would receive an additional $2,020 bonus on top of $1,000 previously promised by Gov. Brian Kemp. (Submitted photo)

Teachers, staff get surprise ‘thank you’

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 29, 2021
White County teachers and staff members were treated to a special surprise last Friday by the school system. It was long-known that Gov.
White County 4-H will hold its annual rabies clinic on two Saturdays, April 24 and May 1, from 1-4 p.m. at the Cleveland Veterinary Hospital on U.S. 129 S. across from Wendy’s.

White County 4-H will hold its annual rabies clinic on two Saturdays, April 24 and May 1, from 1-4 p.m. at the Cleveland Veterinary Hospital on U.S. 129 S. across from Wendy’s.

Rabies clinic to be held April 24 and May 1

News Staff
Thursday, April 22, 2021
UPDATE: Due to storms predicted for Saturday, April 24, the clinic scheduled for this Saturday has been postponed until further notice. The one on May 1 is still scheduled to take place.  White County 4-H will hold its annual rabies clinic on two Saturdays, April 24 and May 1, from 1-4 p.m.
J. Ben Haynes rips a double down the third base line to drive in the Warriors' lone run in an 8-1 loss to Cherokee Bluff last Friday in Cleveland. (Photos/Mark Turner)

J. Ben Haynes rips a double down the third base line to drive in the Warriors' lone run in an 8-1 loss to Cherokee Bluff last Friday in Cleveland. (Photos/Mark Turner)

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Warriors fall to Bluff; start playoffs next week

Mark Turner
Thursday, April 22, 2021
The White County Warriors are playing a waiting game this week that will determine their state playoff fate. The Warriors (18-9) wrapped up Region 7-AAA play last week by dropping the final two games of the series with Cherokee Bluff.
Jacob Adams, who will play the in the No. 1 spot for the Warriors in the area tournament, recently signed with Truett McConnell University. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Jacob Adams, who will play the in the No. 1 spot for the Warriors in the area tournament, recently signed with Truett McConnell University. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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Warriors ready for area battle

Mark Turner
Thursday, April 22, 2021
On Monday, the White County High School boys' golf teams will make to the short trip to Dahlonega in hopes of earning a spot in the 2021 Class AAA golf tournament. The Area 3 tournament, featuring teams from Region 5-AAA and Region 7-AAA, will be played at Achasta Golf Club.