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This photo submitted by ALDI representatives to the city of Cleveland shows an example of one of the company’s stores.

This photo submitted by ALDI representatives to the city of Cleveland shows an example of one of the company’s stores.

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ALDI eyes Cleveland for new store location

Ashley Blair
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Plans are in place for an ALDI grocery store in Cleveland. The city has approved permits for the proposed building, said City Administrator Tom O’Bryant in response to a White County News inquiry.
Supporters of the Family Promise rezoning request held a prayer circle Monday at the new West Kytle Street property prior to Monday’s city council meeting. (Photo/Ashley Blair)

Supporters of the Family Promise rezoning request held a prayer circle Monday at the new West Kytle Street property prior to Monday’s city council meeting. (Photo/Ashley Blair)

Zoning review keeps proposed Family Promise center in limbo

Ashley Blair
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The Cleveland City Council delayed a decision on a rezoning request by Family Promise of White & Habersham on property planned to serve as the nonprofit’s operations center for its mission to combat family homelessness. Seating was full in the City Council meeting room Dec.
White County Elections Director Akyn Bailey, right, speaks with White County Board of Elections and Registration members (from left) Dwayne Turner and Todd Marks about precinct line updates at a Dec. 6 meeting. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

White County Elections Director Akyn Bailey, right, speaks with White County Board of Elections and Registration members (from left) Dwayne Turner and Todd Marks about precinct line updates at a Dec. 6 meeting. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

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Elections Board to consider consolidation of precincts

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The White County Board of Elections and Registration will take a closer look at the long-discussed possibility of consolidating some voter precincts. Board members noted at their Dec.
County changes plan for $6 million in ARPA funds

County changes plan for $6 million in ARPA funds

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County changes plan for $6 million in ARPA funds

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The White County Board of Commissioners has changed its designated use for nearly $6 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that were once being considered for constructing a multipurpose building that could house emergency and pandemic response operations.
Cleveland Christmas parade and more set for Saturday

Cleveland Christmas parade and more set for Saturday

Cleveland Christmas parade and more set for Saturday

News Staff
Friday, December 3, 2021
It’s time to celebrate with some hometown holiday cheer this Saturday, Dec. 4. The Christmas in the Mountains & Lighted Parade in Cleveland will be held from 5-8 p.m., with the parade scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
Cleveland issues boil water notice

Cleveland issues boil water notice

Cleveland issues boil water notice

News Staff
Thursday, December 2, 2021
UPDATE: The boil water notice was lifted Saturday afternoon, Dec. 4. The city of Cleveland issued a boil water notice Thursday evening (Dec. 2) due to a 6-inch water main break at U.S. 129 South from Daybreak Road to Totherow Road.
Shown are the bridge remnants on Airport Road on Oct. 12, 2020, not long after being washed out.

Shown are the bridge remnants on Airport Road on Oct. 12, 2020, not long after being washed out.

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Replacement of Airport Road bridge moves ahead

News Staff
Thursday, December 2, 2021
The White County Board of Commissioners selected bids Monday for installing a replacement bridge on Airport Road. The single-lane bridge was washed away last October by a lingering storm from Hurricane Delta, leaving part of the road closed. Commissioners approved a low bid from E.R.
Precaution urged as new COVID-19 variant arrives in U.S.

Precaution urged as new COVID-19 variant arrives in U.S.

Precaution urged as new COVID-19 variant arrives in U.S.

News Staff
Thursday, December 2, 2021
The rate of new COVID-19 infections in White County slowed over the past week, but Georgia public health officials continue to urge residents to get vaccinated as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has emerged. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced 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.
Laura Southerland holds one of the memorial teddy bears she creates for clients using the garments of loved ones who have died. She says demand for the keepsakes have continued to rise. (Photo/Ashley Blair)

Laura Southerland holds one of the memorial teddy bears she creates for clients using the garments of loved ones who have died. She says demand for the keepsakes have continued to rise. (Photo/Ashley Blair)

Comfort teddy bears help families hold onto memories of lost loved ones

News Staff
Thursday, December 2, 2021
As children, some people have memories of finding comfort in a teddy bear. Local artist Laura Southerland is using her talents for a similar keepsake to help others who have lost loved ones.