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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Bust in White County
Cleveland – An early morning traffic stop in White County led to the arrest of one person on drug charges. A White County Sheriff’s deputy stopped a silver Toyota SUV for speeding and failure to maintain lane in the area of Hulsey Rd and Helen Hwy. The deputy smelled a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. Upon search of the vehicle, over 5 pounds of marijuana and a small bag of cocaine were found within the vehicle.
Mary Leona Shore, age 99, of Baldwin
Mary Leona Shore, age 99, of Baldwin, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024. Born on January 4, 1925, in Hall County, she was a daughter of the late Charles Clyde Masters and Maude Roberts Masters. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Jim William Shore, who died on December 28, 1999. Leona’s Testimony and Quote: “God had a plan for me. He called me to sing more than one time at Mt. Zion Church. Jim, my husband, started helping me sing.
Witcher Selected As Finalist For Georgia Teacher of The Year
(Cleveland)-White County teacher Holly Witcher has been selected as a finalist in the Georgia Teacher of The Year award. State School Superintendent Dr. Richard Woods surprised Witcher Friday at her school to let her know she’s been selected as a finalist. She teaches a self-contained special education class at Tesnatee Gap Elementary School.
White County Unemployment Rate 2.6 Percent In January
(Cleveland)- Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions saw a slight increase in January unemployment rates. In the Georgia Mountains, the unemployment rate was up two-tenths to 2.6 percent over the month, the rate was 3.0 percent one year ago. In White County, the labor department said the January unemployment rate was 2.3 percent which was up three-tenths of a percentage point from the revised December rate.
Mrs. Mary Jane Hulsey, Age 87 Dahlonega
Mrs. Mary Jane Hulsey, age 87, of Dahlonega, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born on June 19, 1936, to the late Willie Grace Holbrook Monroe and Walter Scott Monroe. Mrs. Hulsey was no saint, but a remarkable daughter, mother, wife, and grandmother. She raised chickens until her marriage was over, then she re-trained herself as a meat wrapper, retiring from Kroger as such two times.
CLEVELAND POLICE ACTIVITY FOR 3/4 THROUGH 3/10
(Cleveland) – The Cleveland Police Department reports the following activities for March 4th through March 10th. There are currently no active weather alerts.
Lifesaving Awards Presented At Cleveland Council Meeting
(Cleveland)- Three Cleveland Police officers and a White County Deputy were presented with lifesaving awards Monday for their actions. During Monday’s Cleveland City Council meeting Cleveland Police Chief Jeff Shoemaker told the council about an incident that occurred on Sunday, February 18, 2024, where officers were dispatched to a residence on Jarrard Street in the city to conduct a welfare check on a 30-year-old male who had expressed a desire to commit suicide.
Michael Joseph Finley, Age 53 Gainesville
Michael Joseph Finley, age 53 of Gainesville, Georgia, went to his heavenly home on Friday, March 08, 2024. Michael was born on October 10, 1970 in Toccoa, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy Gibson Glenn & Aubrey Finley both of Toccoa, Georgia.
Presidential Preference Primary Voting Today
(Cleveland)- It’s election day in Georgia and White County as voters who didn’t participate in the advance voting process for the Presidential Preference Primary are asked to cast a ballot at their designated prescient location. Amie Veator, White County Elections Supervisor said that 2,013 people cast advance ballots prior to today’s voting process and her office has received 79 absentee ballots.
Bears finish ninth at CAU Panther Track & Field Classic
(ATLANTA, Ga.) – On Saturday, the Truett McConnell University men’s track and field team traveled to compete at the CAU Panther Track and Field Classic, hosted by Clark Atlanta University, where the Bears were seen finishing in ninth of 19 teams, with a combined score of 33 points. LEADERS Leading the way for TMU was Austin Mathis who was featured finishing in second in the hammer throw with a mark of 45.43 meters. Tyler Crow followed in third in the pole vault with a final mark of 3.81 meters.
TMU Beach Volleyball finishes 2-2 at Briggs Beach Bash
(ROME, Ga.) – On Friday-Saturday the Truett McConnell University women’s beach volleyball team traveled to compete at the Briggs Beach Bash hosted by Berry University, were the Lady Bears suffered two tough losses on day one against Florida Southern (5-0) and Berry College (3-2) and bounced back on day two with back-to-back wins against Gaston College (5-0) and Catawba College (5-0). TMU rises to an overall record of 7-6.
Piedmont Sweeps Sunday Doubleheader Against Methodist
(DEMOREST, Ga.) – Piedmont baseball returned to action for the first time in over a week and came out hot with a pair of impressive victories over Methodist. The Lions scored in double-digits in both contests marking the fourth and fifth times they’ve hit double-digits this season. Game 1: Piedmont 11, Methodist 2 Zeke Swartz continued to deliver dominant starting pitching and the Lions used clutch two-out hitting to race past the Monarchs 11-2 to open the series.
Men's Tennis Takes Down Salve Regina, Bethel to Begin Orlando Trip
(ORLANDO, Fla.) – The Piedmont men’s tennis team began its Orlando Spring Break Trip with a pair of wins over Salve Regina and Bethel (MN) on Sunday. The Lions began the day with an 8-1 triumph over Salve Regina before downing Bethel by a 7-2 margin in the evening. Match 1: Piedmont 8, Salve Regina 1 The Lions began their trip with a clinical performance against the Seahawks, sweeping all three doubles lines before taking five of the six singles matches, all of which came in straight sets.
Lady Lions Earn Split on Day One in Orlando with 9-0 Win Over Salve Regina
(ORLANDO, Fla.) – The Piedmont women’s tennis team earned a split on Sunday, with a win over Salve Regina and a loss to Bethel (MN). On the first day of competition of the team’s spring break trip, the Lions began the day with a 9-0 shutout of Salve Regina before concluding the day against Bethel with a 7-2 loss at the hands of the undefeated Royals.
TMU sweeps AAC doubleheader at CIU
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – On Friday, the Truett McConnell University baseball team traveled to compete in an Appalachian Athletic Conference series double header, where the Bears showed out in dominating fashion, taking down the Rams 15-5 in game one and 12-2 in game two. TMU rises to an overall record of 11-12, 4-7 AAC, while CIU falls to a record of 6-17, 3-9 AAC. GAME 1 | TMU 15 – CIU 5 PLAY-BY-PLAY CIU was first on the board scoring four runs in the first two innings (4-0).
Big Day For Great Cake Bake Event
(Sautee)-The Great Cake Bake 2024 Event Saturday was a big success for Foundation Literacy. Foundation Literacy working through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library helps provide books to children in White County.
Johnnie Henry "John" Craig, Age 75 Clarkesville
Johnnie Henry “John” Craig, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Clarkesville on March 7, 2024, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. He was 75 years old. Born on May 7, 1948, in Jackson County, Georgia, John was the fourth of five children to the late Lonnie Craig and Sarah Holcomb Church.
Ernest Adams, Age 76 Cleveland
Ernest Adams age 76, of Cleveland, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by Barrett Funeral Home To share a memory or to leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.barrettfh.com Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland. Views: 2
CLEVELAND POLICE ACTIVITY FOR 2-27 THROUGH 3-3
(Cleveland) – The Cleveland Police Department reports the following activities for February 27th – March 3rd. There are currently no active weather alerts.
Sandra "Sandy" Diann Gregory, Age 72 Cornelia
Sandra “Sandy” Diann Gregory, age 72, of Cornelia, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024. Born on January 13, 1952, in Holden, West Virginia, Sandy was the daughter of the late Carl Edward Johnson and Regina Delores Adkins Johnson. The family eventually moved to Indiana where she met and married her beloved husband of 44 years, Dennis.
TMU competes at Victor Ice Breaker Duals, Hall and Babb punch tickets to nationals
(ROME, Ga. ) – On Saturday, the Truett McConnell University women’s track and field team traveled to compete in the Victor Ice Breaker Duals, hosted by Berry College. Leading the way for the Lady Bears was Myesha Hall who finished first in the women’s long jump with a mark of 5.86m, individually punching her ticket to the NAIA Nationals set for May.
Lady Bears finish 2-1 on the weekend
(TAVARES, Fla.) – On Friday-Saturday, the Truett McConnell University women’s beach volleyball team traveled to compete in Sun Conference match-ups against No. 4 Webber International University, Warner University, and RV Southeastern University, where the Lady Bears fell in a tough battle against the Warriors, 4-1, and bounced back to secure back-to-back victories over Warner University (3-2) and RV Southeastern (4-1). The Lady Bears finish the weekend with an overall record of 5-4, 2-1 SUN.
Commissioners Seek Cost Estimates For New Fire Station
(Cleveland)- During their regular meeting Monday the White County Board of Commissioners voted to find out what it will cost to build a new fire station on the northern end of Duncan Bridge Road in the County. The commissioners approved obtaining civil engineering and design plans for a three-bay fire station with sleeping quarters for both male and female fire personnel.
Ten Candidates Qualify For May Party Primary
(Cleveland)- The first day of qualifying for potential candidates seeking political offices in the May 21 General Primary Election saw a large number of incumbent officeholders signing up to seek another term. According to Republican Party officials nine people qualified Monday. Cindy Cannon, Tax Commissioners was the first to qualify.
Donald M. Smith, Sr. Age 78 Mt. Airy
Donald M. Smith, Sr., age 78, of Mt. Airy, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024. Born on June 6, 1945, in Lebanon, Tennessee, he was a son of the late Melvin Smith and Pearl W. Smith. Mr. Smith served his country in the United States Navy and retired from Cargill. He enjoyed being a Boy Scout in his younger years, woodworking, and watching NASCAR. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, David Joseph Smith and sister, Dorothy Smith.
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