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On April 30, Mark Adams, center, was presented with the White County School System Teacher Award by Leann Fuller, the 2025 WCSS Teacher of the Year, left, and White County School Human Resources Director Laura Corley, right, during a ceremony in the White County Middle School gym. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

On April 30, Mark Adams, center, was presented with the White County School System Teacher Award by Leann Fuller, the 2025 WCSS Teacher of the Year, left, and White County School Human Resources Director Laura Corley, right, during a ceremony in the White County Middle School gym. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

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WCHS welding teacher takes school system's top award

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
By Denise EtheridgeThey received applause, high-fives, and a few rowdy hoots and hollers from their peers.This was the celebratory atmosphere at the White County Middle School gym last week when the school system presented certificates to the teachers, employees and bus drivers of the year.
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Early voting ends May 15; candidates make their case

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
By Carly Henderson and Denise EtheridgeAdvance in-person voting will soon be wrapping up. Early voting in the May 19 Primary ends Friday, May 15, which is why the White County News has asked the candidates what makes them qualified to lead.
Cleveland City Council members present a proclamation to Fire Chief Jason Bryant and members of the Cleveland Fire Department during the May 4 meeting, designating May 4, 2026, as International Firefighters Day. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

Cleveland City Council members present a proclamation to Fire Chief Jason Bryant and members of the Cleveland Fire Department during the May 4 meeting, designating May 4, 2026, as International Firefighters Day. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

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Cleveland leaders briefed on Safe Haven Baby Boxes

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
By Carly Henderson The Cleveland City Council heard presentations and updates and approved resolutions and change orders during a regular meeting on May 4.Carly Adam presented information on Safe Haven Baby Boxes.
The White County Historical Society, located in the historic courthouse, is decorated in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The society is offering special programs and events throughout the year to commemorate the milestone. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

The White County Historical Society, located in the historic courthouse, is decorated in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The society is offering special programs and events throughout the year to commemorate the milestone. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

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Franks shares Historical Society updates with retired educators

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
By Carly Henderson  Carol Franks, curator of the White County Historical Society, spoke at the April 21 White County Retired Educators Association meeting, sharing updates on upcoming programs, membership initiatives and recent changes at the historical society.
A White County school bus ran off the road Tuesday morning. No major injuries were reported. FILE PHOTO

A White County school bus ran off the road Tuesday morning. No major injuries were reported. FILE PHOTO

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School bus accident injures four, investigation underway

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
By Carly Henderson White County 911 received reports of a motor vehicle accident involving a school bus in the area of Highway 115 West and Highway 284 around 6:26 a.m. Tuesday, April 28. Heavy thunderstorms had rolled through the area that morning, bringing heavy rain.
The county will hold a grand opening for its newest fire station, White County Fire Station No. 9, on June 11. SUBMITTED IMAGE

The county will hold a grand opening for its newest fire station, White County Fire Station No. 9, on June 11. SUBMITTED IMAGE

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White County to celebrate new fire station's grand opening in June

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Friday, April 24, 2026
The White County Board of Commissioners and the White County Office of Public Safety will host a grand opening ceremony for the new White County Fire Station 9 at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11.The new station is located on Sonnys Circle off Duncan Bridge Road in the Mount Yonah community.
School board candidates, from left, Brad Dalton, Jordan Lee Fincher, Mary Trigg, Kim Rogers and Linda Erbele, share a moment of levity before responding to questions during an April 21 political forum. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

School board candidates, from left, Brad Dalton, Jordan Lee Fincher, Mary Trigg, Kim Rogers and Linda Erbele, share a moment of levity before responding to questions during an April 21 political forum. DENISE ETHERIDGE/WCN

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BOE candidates field questions

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
By Denise EtheridgeFive candidates vying for two seats on the Board of Education responded to questions posed by panelists during a forum hosted by the White County Republican Party Tuesday evening.
Cleveland City Council members and representatives of PE RINDT and M.B. Kahn Waterworks break ground on the City of Cleveland Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion on April 17 at the plant site on Claude Sims Road. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

Cleveland City Council members and representatives of PE RINDT and M.B. Kahn Waterworks break ground on the City of Cleveland Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion on April 17 at the plant site on Claude Sims Road. CARLY HENDERSON/WCN

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Cleveland breaks ground on WTP expansion

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
By Carly HendersonA groundbreaking ceremony for the City of Cleveland Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion was held April 17 at the plant site at 588 Claude Sims Road in Cleveland.The ceremony began with an opening prayer by Dr. Phil Weaver, senior pastor at Cleveland First Baptist.