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Unicoi State Park & Lodge is offering a free, six-week culinary arts program that includes a paid work study.

Unicoi State Park & Lodge is offering a free, six-week culinary arts program that includes a paid work study.

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Unicoi recruiting help through new culinary arts program

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Do you have a passion for cooking or want to try a new career? Unicoi State Park & Lodge is offering a free, six-week culinary arts program that includes a paid work study.
White County’s seven-day moving average of confirmed COVID-19 cases dropped over the past week.

White County’s seven-day moving average of confirmed COVID-19 cases dropped over the past week.

County COVID-19 cases remain low

News Staff
Thursday, April 8, 2021
White County’s seven-day moving average of confirmed COVID-19 cases dropped over the past week. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s April 6 status report showed the average at 1.6 daily cases at that time, down from 3 on March 30. Recently figures include 1.7 on March 23 and 1.4 on March 16.
Cleveland is one step closer to setting up a new building authority.

Cleveland is one step closer to setting up a new building authority.

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Lawmakers OK new building authority

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Cleveland is one step closer to setting up a new building authority. City Administrator Tom O’Bryant told Cleveland City Council members that local legislation to establish the Cleveland Building Authority was passed by Georgia General Assembly is now awaiting the signature of Gov. Brian Kemp.
A downtown Cleveland businessman recently proposed an option to add parking spaces on the square.

A downtown Cleveland businessman recently proposed an option to add parking spaces on the square.

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Business owner proposes downtown parking expansion option to Cleveland City Council

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 8, 2021
A downtown Cleveland businessman recently proposed an option to add parking spaces on the square. Ward Gann, owner of Clyde’s Table & Tavern and other downtown property, spoke at the Cleveland City Council April 5 and shared his concern about parking on the square as it continues to grow.
The Cleveland Police Department will join law enforcement agencies nationwide April 8-12, 2021, to remind drivers about the dangers and consequences of texting and distracted driving.

The Cleveland Police Department will join law enforcement agencies nationwide April 8-12, 2021, to remind drivers about the dangers and consequences of texting and distracted driving.

Drivers reminded of dangers of texting while driving

News Staff
Thursday, April 8, 2021
The Cleveland Police Department will join law enforcement agencies nationwide April 8-12, 2021, to remind drivers about the dangers and consequences of texting and distracted driving. This annual campaign is part of the U.S.
Judy Winski, left, and Melody Thomason prepare a meal to go during First Presbyterian Church of Cleveland’s inaugural First Lunch Day event on April 5. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

Judy Winski, left, and Melody Thomason prepare a meal to go during First Presbyterian Church of Cleveland’s inaugural First Lunch Day event on April 5. (Photo/Wayne Hardy)

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Ministry aims to feed the need through hot meals

Wayne Hardy
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Members of First Presbyterian Church of Cleveland are reaching out to residents in need through a new program that serves up a hot meal, warm smiles and fellowship.
Stephen and Marilyn Martin, owners of Farmhouse Coffee, have been busy since opening a month ago. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

Stephen and Marilyn Martin, owners of Farmhouse Coffee, have been busy since opening a month ago. (Photo/Stephanie Hill)

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Savor the Flavor of Downtown

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Cleveland’s downtown square has been home to a variety of businesses over the years, but recent additions are making the heart of the city a destination for visitors seeking breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Elections, pandemic recovery and the echoes of last summer’s protests against police in Georgia dominated a 2021 legislative session marked by bitter divisions between Georgia’s political parties.

Elections, pandemic recovery and the echoes of last summer’s protests against police in Georgia dominated a 2021 legislative session marked by bitter divisions between Georgia’s political parties.

Elections, police and pandemic highlight work in legislature

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
by Beau Evans, Capitol Beat News Service Elections, pandemic recovery and the echoes of last summer’s protests against police in Georgia dominated a 2021 legislative session marked by bitter divisions between Georgia’s political parties.
The Cleveland City Council is seeking bids for street resurfacing, patching and striping.

The Cleveland City Council is seeking bids for street resurfacing, patching and striping.

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City seeks bids for road improvements

Stephanie Hill
Thursday, April 8, 2021
The Cleveland City Council is seeking bids for street resurfacing, patching and striping. The projects are part of the Local Maintenance Improvement Grant (LMIG) the city received in 2020 and 2021 from the Georgia Department of Transportation.