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Caroline Tatum throws her hands in the air in celebration after receiving her diploma during the 2026 White County High School graduation ceremony. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

Caroline Tatum throws her hands in the air in celebration after receiving her diploma during the 2026 White County High School graduation ceremony. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

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Graduates make a splash at soggy commencement

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
By Carly HendersonDespite weather delays and multiple changes to the evening’s plans, the White County High School Class of 2026 was able to celebrate graduation Friday night, May 22, in Warrior Stadium.
From left, Karan Sosebee, Carly Adam and daughter Charlotte Adam, Eunice Meaders and Melanie Williams will share stories and memories of Whelchel Meaders and his life this Memorial Day. ERIN ETRIS/WCN

From left, Karan Sosebee, Carly Adam and daughter Charlotte Adam, Eunice Meaders and Melanie Williams will share stories and memories of Whelchel Meaders and his life this Memorial Day. ERIN ETRIS/WCN

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Meaders family misses potter patriarch this Memorial Day

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
by Erin Etris       This Memorial Day will be unlike any other for Cleveland’s Karan Sosebee and her family. It’s the first one her father, Whelchel Meaders, won’t be a part of since his passing in December of 2025.
Helen met this week to discuss public parking.

Helen met this week to discuss public parking.

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Helen Commission approves parking plan amid packed house

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
By Carly HendersonThe City of Helen Commission approved a parking plan at its May 19 meeting, allowing all employees in the city of Helen, as well as Helen and White County residents, free parking at the city’s two municipal lots on each side of Edelweiss Strasse.
May 19 Primary Election results are in.

May 19 Primary Election results are in.

Record turnout marks White County Primary

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
By Carly Henderson and Denise EtheridgeThe May 19 Primary votes are in and county officials confirmed that voter turnout was strong. For now, White County voters can relax until June 16 when runoff races will be held in Georgia.
Property owners donated land to Chattahoochee Christian School. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Property owners donated land to Chattahoochee Christian School. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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Chattahoochee Christian School celebrates 51-acre land donation

News Staff
Friday, May 15, 2026
Special to the White County NewsUnder an open North Georgia sky last week, surrounded by families, students, church leaders and community supporters, Chattahoochee Christian School gathered to celebrate the gift of 51 acres in Cleveland, with a night of worship, prayer and dedication.
A juvenile is suspected of an attempted arson of a vehicle.

A juvenile is suspected of an attempted arson of a vehicle.

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Juvenile charged in vehicle arson investigation 

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Friday, May 15, 2026
White County deputies responded to a residence in Cleveland at 11:15 p.m. May 13 in reference to a report of an attempted vehicle fire. A 14-year-old has been identified as the alleged suspect responsible for the incident.Deputies made contact with the homeowner upon arrival.
Helen City leaders plan to revisit proposed changes to parking after a strong reaction from the public. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

Helen City leaders plan to revisit proposed changes to parking after a strong reaction from the public. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

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Helen revisits proposed public parking rules

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Carly HendersonThe City of Helen announced there would be immediate changes to city-owned public parking in a May 12 community notice, and the next day walked back their initial notification stating that the commission would revisit recommended changes to parking.
County Manager Derick Canupp briefs commissioners on the draft budget for the FY 2027 general fund. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

County Manager Derick Canupp briefs commissioners on the draft budget for the FY 2027 general fund. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

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County proposes $34.2 million FY 2027 budget

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Denise EtheridgeCounty leaders say they are basing their proposed budget for the 2027 fiscal year on “reasonable assumptions” tied to anticipated tax revenues.The White County Board of Commissioners discussed a $34.2 million draft budget for the FY 2027 general fund during a May 7 work session.
Registered voters can still vote early on Friday, May 15, at the White County Board of Elections & Registration Office. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

Registered voters can still vote early on Friday, May 15, at the White County Board of Elections & Registration Office. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

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White County readies for Primary Election 

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Carly HendersonThe White County Board of Elections & Registration met for its regular monthly meeting May 12, covering Advance-in-Person voting for the May 19 General Primary Election, a summary of completed tasks in the election process and upcoming election events.