White County

Cohen Cantrell, left, and Hayden Gensler were part of the Warriors' soccer team that claimed the program's first region title. (Photos/Mark Turner)

Cohen Cantrell, left, and Hayden Gensler were part of the Warriors' soccer team that claimed the program's first region title. (Photos/Mark Turner)

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WCHS finishes 12th in GADA Cup

Mark Turner
Thursday, May 27, 2021
The White County High School athletic program just wrapped up one of the best years in school history, finishing 12th in the Class AAA Director's Cup competition.
The Hayloft Restaurant and Bar will not appeal a recent citation from the city of Helen, though the owner says the establishment isn’t “out of control” and notes new operational procedures have already been implemented.

The Hayloft Restaurant and Bar will not appeal a recent citation from the city of Helen, though the owner says the establishment isn’t “out of control” and notes new operational procedures have already been implemented.

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Helen business doesn’t plan to appeal city’s citation; owner responds to officials’ claims

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 27, 2021
The Hayloft Restaurant and Bar will not appeal a recent citation from the city of Helen, though the owner says the establishment isn’t “out of control” and notes new operational procedures have already been implemented.
White County continues to see good numbers in regards to the coronavirus.

White County continues to see good numbers in regards to the coronavirus.

COVID cases continue steady trend in White County

News Staff
Thursday, May 27, 2021
White County continues to see good numbers in regards to the coronavirus. The county’s seven-day moving average of confirmed COVID-19 cases slightly increased after a decrease last week. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s May 25 status report showed the average at 1.
Helen City Commissioners approved a first reading of an ordinance amendment that allows tastings to be held at retail package stores that sell distilled spirits.

Helen City Commissioners approved a first reading of an ordinance amendment that allows tastings to be held at retail package stores that sell distilled spirits.

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Helen approves tasting ordinance amendment

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 27, 2021
Helen City Commissioners approved a first reading of an ordinance amendment that allows tastings to be held at retail package stores that sell distilled spirits.
The summer feeding program in White County is set to begin June 7.

The summer feeding program in White County is set to begin June 7.

Summer feeding program to begin June 7

News Staff
Thursday, May 27, 2021
The summer feeding program in White County is set to begin June 7. Meals are free of charge for all children between the ages of 2 and 18. There are no adult meals.
A rodeo is set to come to Helen.

A rodeo is set to come to Helen.

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Rodeo coming to Helen

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 27, 2021
A rodeo is set to come to Helen. Jeff Hogsed spoke at the May 18 Helen City Commission meeting about holding a rodeo in July, September and October in the vacant lot on Edelweiss Strasse across from Helen Tubing. “We’ve been in contact with Bar W.
The White County School System is considering a contract with the White County Sheriff’s Office for school resource officers (SRO).

The White County School System is considering a contract with the White County Sheriff’s Office for school resource officers (SRO).

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BOE looking at SRO contract for next year

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 27, 2021
The White County School System is considering a contract with the White County Sheriff’s Office for school resource officers (SRO). School Superintendent Dr. Laurie Burkett presented a draft contract to the White County Board of Education during a May 25 work session.
The community is invited to gather Monday at Freedom Park in Cleveland for a Memorial Day service.

The community is invited to gather Monday at Freedom Park in Cleveland for a Memorial Day service.

Memorial Day program set for Monday

News Staff
Thursday, May 27, 2021
The community is invited to gather Monday at Freedom Park in Cleveland for a Memorial Day service. The American Legion Roy Head Post 16 will host its annual event paying tribute to American military personnel who given their lives in service of country. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m.
Photo Courtesy White Co Public Safety

Photo Courtesy White Co Public Safety

Thursday structure fire under investigation

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, May 27, 2021
A structure fire that occurred in the early morning hours on Thursday, May 27, is under investigation. According to White County Public Safety Director David Murphy, at approximately 1:04 a.m.
Resident Winston Smith tells county commissioners why he is in opposition to the ordinance. (Photos/Wayne Hardy)

Resident Winston Smith tells county commissioners why he is in opposition to the ordinance. (Photos/Wayne Hardy)

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Residents speak out on nuisance ordinance

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, May 27, 2021
A crowd that filled the White County Board of Commissioners meeting room and overflow seating in the lobby spoke – mostly in opposition – on a proposed nuisance ordinance at a May 24 public hearing.