White County

White County 4-H will hold its annual rabies clinic on two Saturdays, April 24 and May 1, from 1-4 p.m. at the Cleveland Veterinary Hospital on U.S. 129 S. across from Wendy’s.

White County 4-H will hold its annual rabies clinic on two Saturdays, April 24 and May 1, from 1-4 p.m. at the Cleveland Veterinary Hospital on U.S. 129 S. across from Wendy’s.

Rabies clinic to be held April 24 and May 1

News Staff
Thursday, April 22, 2021
UPDATE: Due to storms predicted for Saturday, April 24, the clinic scheduled for this Saturday has been postponed until further notice. The one on May 1 is still scheduled to take place.  White County 4-H will hold its annual rabies clinic on two Saturdays, April 24 and May 1, from 1-4 p.m.
J. Ben Haynes rips a double down the third base line to drive in the Warriors' lone run in an 8-1 loss to Cherokee Bluff last Friday in Cleveland. (Photos/Mark Turner)

J. Ben Haynes rips a double down the third base line to drive in the Warriors' lone run in an 8-1 loss to Cherokee Bluff last Friday in Cleveland. (Photos/Mark Turner)

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Warriors fall to Bluff; start playoffs next week

Mark Turner
Thursday, April 22, 2021
The White County Warriors are playing a waiting game this week that will determine their state playoff fate. The Warriors (18-9) wrapped up Region 7-AAA play last week by dropping the final two games of the series with Cherokee Bluff.
Jacob Adams, who will play the in the No. 1 spot for the Warriors in the area tournament, recently signed with Truett McConnell University. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Jacob Adams, who will play the in the No. 1 spot for the Warriors in the area tournament, recently signed with Truett McConnell University. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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Warriors ready for area battle

Mark Turner
Thursday, April 22, 2021
On Monday, the White County High School boys' golf teams will make to the short trip to Dahlonega in hopes of earning a spot in the 2021 Class AAA golf tournament. The Area 3 tournament, featuring teams from Region 5-AAA and Region 7-AAA, will be played at Achasta Golf Club.
WCHS senior Catie Craig taps in a putt during the Spring Swing last Saturday in Clarkesville. (Photo/Mark Turner)

WCHS senior Catie Craig taps in a putt during the Spring Swing last Saturday in Clarkesville. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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Lady Warriors second at Swing; set for area tourney

Mark Turner
Thursday, April 22, 2021
A large group of high school golfers turned out last Saturday for the 14th annual Lady Warriors' Spring Swing tournament. This year's event was played for the first time ever at Apple Mountain Golf Club in Clarkesville.
Following storms last month that brought flooding throughout Helen, city commissioners have declared an emergency to expedite repairs on Ridge Road.

Following storms last month that brought flooding throughout Helen, city commissioners have declared an emergency to expedite repairs on Ridge Road.

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Emergency declared for Helen road repair

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 22, 2021
Following storms last month that brought flooding throughout Helen, city commissioners have declared an emergency to expedite repairs on Ridge Road. The work is needed after part of road washed out following the storms.
White County Fire Services appears set to acquire new automated external defibrillators (AED), courtesy of a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.

White County Fire Services appears set to acquire new automated external defibrillators (AED), courtesy of a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.

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County to get equipment via Firehouse Subs grant

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, April 22, 2021
White County Fire Services appears set to acquire new automated external defibrillators (AED), courtesy of a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The county Board of Commissioners voted to accept the $17,006.88 grant during a April 15 called meeting.
The White County Grand Jury returned 44 true bill indictments last week, which included some defendants facing child molestation charges.

The White County Grand Jury returned 44 true bill indictments last week, which included some defendants facing child molestation charges.

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Grand Jury hands down indictments

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 22, 2021
The White County Grand Jury returned 44 true bill indictments last week, which included some defendants facing child molestation charges. During the proceedings from April 12-14, the grand jury indicted 52 people.
Ben Perrin, who plays Gomez Addams, and Ireland Ballington, who plays Morticia Addams, danced together during the opening number of dress rehearsals on Monday, April 19.

Ben Perrin, who plays Gomez Addams, and Ireland Ballington, who plays Morticia Addams, danced together during the opening number of dress rehearsals on Monday, April 19.

Meet the Addams Family

News Staff
Thursday, April 22, 2021
Gateway Theatre Company will hold performances of The Addams Family April 22-25 and April 29 through May 2 at White County High School. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on April 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, and May 1, and 2:30 p.m. on April 25 and May 2. Tickets can be purchased at gatewaytheatre.ludus.com. 
White County continues to see positive trends for new infections of the virus that causes COVID-19.

White County continues to see positive trends for new infections of the virus that causes COVID-19.

COVID-19 cases remain low here

News Staff
Thursday, April 22, 2021
White County continues to see positive trends for new infections of the virus that causes COVID-19. The county’s seven-day moving average of confirmed COVID-19 cases has remained down since hitting a low point a few weeks ago.
The White County School System has received federal stimulus funds through the CARES Act, some of which will be used to provide new summer school instruction.

The White County School System has received federal stimulus funds through the CARES Act, some of which will be used to provide new summer school instruction.

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Stimulus funds aid schools

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, April 22, 2021
The White County School System has received federal stimulus funds through the CARES Act, some of which will be used to provide new summer school instruction. Superintendent Dr. Laurie Burkett said the system received $3.1 million from CARES 2 funding.