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The historic home of Rush Mauney is transported to its new land through downtown Cleveland in 1978. (Photo/submitted)

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Zoning around history

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News When Rush Mauney bought his historic home, it was about to be torn down, but Mauney being a lover of history and historic homes was not going to let that happen. Mauney made a deal with owners at the time that if he could move it, he could take it.

The deadline to qualify for seats up for reelection in both Cleveland and Helen is Friday.

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Qualifying ends Friday for seats in Cleveland, Helen

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

by Noah Johnson and Samantha Sinclair White County News Qualifying began Monday for municipal elections, and five people showed they were ready to run for office. The deadline to qualify for seats up for reelection in both Cleveland and Helen is Friday.

Rebecca Yardley

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Yardley resigns from city council

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Rebecca Yardley is resigning from the Cleveland City Council, effective Aug. 31. She shared her intent to resign in a letter dated Aug. 21 to Mayor Josh Turner and the city council.

Korri Gibson is the chamber’s first Stellar Service Award winner. (Photo/Noah Johnson)

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Chamber presents annual awards

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Staff reports The White County Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Wednesday, naming the county’s Business of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year and its first-ever Stellar Service Award recipient, among other recognitions.

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Qualifying starts Monday

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Qualifying for municipal elections in both Cleveland and Helen starts Monday morning. In Cleveland, the mayor and two city council seats will be up for reelection. In Helen, two city commission seats will be up for reelection.

Walter Joey Drew

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Gym owner jailed on felony porn charges

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News A local gym owner remained in jail Tuesday on local charges while an investigation continued in two counties. Walter Joey Drew, 40, of Cleveland, was arrested on Aug.

Road signage directs visitors to historic locations in the Sautee Nacoochee Valley. Some local leaders see a need to establish protections for historic areas in the county. (Photo/Samantha Sinclair)

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Protecting the character

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News In 2018, the White County Board of Commissioners began the process of forming a committee to investigate and establish protections for historical sites, residential homes, campgrounds and more.

Cleveland is getting a few new vehicles.

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Police, fire to get vehicles

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

by Samantha Sinclair White County News Cleveland is getting a few new vehicles. At its meeting Monday night, the Cleveland City Council approved the purchase of two 2023 Ford Interceptors from Brannen Emergency Vehicles in Unadilla for the Cleveland Police Department.

Jesse Harkins receives the 2023 Best Volunteer award.

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Do the right thing

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

For full results, look inside for the Readers’ Choice special section. by Noah Johnson White County News The White County community voted Jesse Harkins as the best volunteer in the 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Community and Economic Director John Sell fields comments and questions from the planning commission. (Photo/Noah Johnson)

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No more rules

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

by Noah Johnson White County News At its meeting on Monday, Aug. 7, the White County Planning Commission recommended denial for proposed amendments to the White County Land Use Ordinance related to Historic Preservation.