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Nathan Anderson and Shauna Emig work as a team during the morning rush at the Warrior Cafe Coffee Cart. (Photo/Jane Grillo)

Nathan Anderson and Shauna Emig work as a team during the morning rush at the Warrior Cafe Coffee Cart. (Photo/Jane Grillo)

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More than a cup of coffee

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Thursday, May 16, 2024
by Jane Grillo Special to the News   There are two times every morning when students cluster in front of a classroom in the 600 hallway of White County High School. They are not waiting for class to start. They are on break and they are lined up for the Warrior Cafe Coffee Cart.
Election 2024

Election 2024

Voters make local choices Tuesday

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Thursday, May 16, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   Election Day for the General Primary Election is Tuesday. Many local races will be decided in the Republican Primary as no Democrats qualified to run, although there are still opportunities for write-in candidates for the November General Election.
The Cleveland City Council decided to accept Ron Cantrell Construction’s proposal for design and build services for city facilities.

The Cleveland City Council decided to accept Ron Cantrell Construction’s proposal for design and build services for city facilities.

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City picks local firm for facilities projects

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Thursday, May 16, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   A big step was taken for new city facilities Monday night. The Cleveland City Council decided to accept Ron Cantrell Construction’s proposal for design and build services for city facilities.
Obe and Amber Brown will perform at the Business Block Party at Freedom Park today. (Photo/submitted)

Obe and Amber Brown will perform at the Business Block Party at Freedom Park today. (Photo/submitted)

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Music, networking comes to park today

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
*Note: The Business Block Party is postponed until May 16 due to weather.   by Eric Tiongson White County News   It wouldn’t be a block party without some music. Obe and Amber Brown will perform alongside Tony Ford at the White County Chamber of Commerce’s Business Block Party this afternoon.
Shelly McDonald

Shelly McDonald

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McDonald to enter November school board race

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   It looks like there will be at least one contested school board race in November. Retired educator Shelly McDonald has announced her intent to run as a write-in candidate for the District 1 Board of Education seat.
Ron Thompson bows his head as Dr. Phil Weaver (left) offers the prayer of repentance during White County’s National Day of Prayer ceremony. Pastors Joe Gist, Frank Zimmerman, Jeff Groves and Patrick Ballington also join in prayer behind Weaver on stage. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

Ron Thompson bows his head as Dr. Phil Weaver (left) offers the prayer of repentance during White County’s National Day of Prayer ceremony. Pastors Joe Gist, Frank Zimmerman, Jeff Groves and Patrick Ballington also join in prayer behind Weaver on stage. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Coming together

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   Prayer brought people together last week. The White County Ministerial Fellowship led the community in the National Day of Prayer ceremony at Freedom Park on May 2.
Alco Realty marketed the city's property on Campbell Street, known as the former Talon property. (file photo)

Alco Realty marketed the city's property on Campbell Street, known as the former Talon property. (file photo)

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Talon still on hold

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair White County News   After two executive sessions to discuss real estate matters — one during a called meeting on Friday in Young Harris and one during the regular meeting Monday night — the Cleveland City Council remained in a holding pattern on the former Talon zipper...
Shanda Murphy (holding the Clerk of the Year plaque) is honored by commissioners Craig Bryant, Terry Goodger, Travis Turner, Lyn Holcomb and Edwin Nix as well as previous county clerk Jean Welborn. (Photo/Eric Tiongson)

Shanda Murphy (holding the Clerk of the Year plaque) is honored by commissioners Craig Bryant, Terry Goodger, Travis Turner, Lyn Holcomb and Edwin Nix as well as previous county clerk Jean Welborn. (Photo/Eric Tiongson)

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Murphy is state Clerk of the Year

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
by Eric Tiongson White County News   When Shanda Murphy took over as county clerk in 2008, she was nervous. She just wanted to do a good job. Sixteen years later, it’s clear she’s done that, and then some.
The new logo, designed by Tom Sapp, incorporates the Nacoochee School building.

The new logo, designed by Tom Sapp, incorporates the Nacoochee School building.

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‘Brand’ new day

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
SNC gets new logo, consistent name, museum renovation by Samantha Sinclair White County News   The Sautee Nacoochee Center is getting a whole new look. The museum renovation and new branding were highlights of the center’s Annual Meeting held Saturday.

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Mail delays may threaten elections

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
by Samantha Sinclair and Dave Williams   Delays in processing mail at a new regional distribution center in Palmetto aren’t just affecting individual Georgians trying to obtain vital prescription drugs or pay their monthly rents or mortgages.