White County reports strong first-day turnout for General Election Runoff
News December 15, 2020
WHITE COUNTY, Ga. – The county elections office reported today (Dec. 15) that 650 in-person votes were cast on the first day of advance voting in the General Election Runoff for state and federal offices.
Voters tend to turn out in lower numbers for runoff elections but, according Elections Superintendent Lisa Manning, 650 people voted Monday, compared to the first day of the November general primary when 630 voted.
The Senate races between incumbent Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) and Democrat Rev. Ralph Warnock and Sen. David Perdue (R-Ga.) and Jon Ossoff have major national as well as statewide importance. Republicans must win at least one of the races to maintain a majority in the U.S. Senate.
Just how important the races are can be gauged by the amount of money, particularly outside-the-state money, the candidates have collected. One recent report shows that the four candidates have spent in excess of $400 million on advertising so far. Estimates indicate more than 90 percent of the donations have come from outside Georgia.
Advance voting will continue for three weeks. All advance voting takes place at the elections office, Elections Office 1241 Helen Hwy. Suite 210-A. Election Day is Jan. 5 when all precincts will be open from 7a.m. until 7 p.m.
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 12/11 – 12/18
Arrest Reports, Police & Government December 20, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 12/4 – 12/11
Arrest Reports, Police & Government December 13, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/27 – 12/4
Arrest Reports, Police & Government December 6, 2020
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Christmas in the Mountains Celebration Saturday
News December 3, 2020
WHITE COUNTY, Ga. — There is nothing quite like Christmas in the Mountains! Somehow, the mountains and those who live there seem to capture true spirit of the season.
On Saturday, Dec. 5, the annual Christmas in the Mountains Celebration & Lighted Parade will kick off the holiday season in White County. This popular community event is full of festive fun and fantasy.
The fun begins with a Holiday Market on the Cleveland Courthouse Square, including the Merry Merchants Open Houses starting at 4 p.m., followed by the Christmas Tree lighting at Freedom Park at 5 p.m. and the lighted Christmas Parade at 7 p.m.
Stores all around the town square will put on their best Christmas displays to compete in the Merry Merchants Storefront Decorating Contest. Winners will be announced before the parade.
White County collectible Christmas ornament will be available. Each year’s ornament depicts a different historic site.
White County prepares for harsh weather
Community, News, Outdoors December 3, 2020
White County is in partnership with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency. By doing so, they are encouraging citizens to participate in what is known as the Winter Weather Preparedness Week 2020.
It will take place Dec. 7-11. It helps raise awareness for the upcoming winter weather and understanding weather terminology.
The week’s goal is to learn how to take proper precautions for possible inclement weather emergencies. From a recent press release, Director of Public Safety David Murphy said the preparedness week is essential.
“Winter Weather Preparedness Week is a great time for our residents and businesses to learn how to protect themselves and their loved ones against winter hazards,” said David Murphy, Director of Public Safety. “We’re hopeful these tools will enable our citizens to fortify themselves and their homes for possible outcomes.”
The schedule for the Winter Weather Preparedness week includes:
Monday, Dec. 7: Winter Weather in Georgia — learn about winter weather hazards that can impact the state of Georgia
Tuesday, Dec. 8: Winter Weather Terminology — learn about winter weather “alerts” (watches, warnings and advisories) and what they all mean
Wednesday, Dec. 9: Winter Weather Preparation Tips — learn how to best prepare for winter weather events, and put together a “Ready Kit” while making a plan before winter weather strikes
Thursday, Dec. 10: Winter Weather Driving Tips/Safety — learn “best practices” for driving (if necessary) in winter weather conditions and how to pack a mobile “Ready Kit”
Friday, Dec. 11: Winter Weather Outlook for 2019-20 season
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/20 – 11/27
Arrest Reports, Police & Government December 1, 2020
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The Warriors season comes to an end as the Yellow Jackets win 48-35
Sports, Team FYN Sports, TeamFYNSports November 30, 2020
Rockmart, Georgia- The White County Warriors (7-3) traveled to Rockmart to face the Yellow Jackets (10-1) in the first round of the GHSA AAA State Playoffs.
In a very fast and hard hitting game , the Warriors didn’t start the way they had planned. To begin the game, the Warriors had a tough time stopping Senior Quarterback Javin Wahtley, as he rushed for 264 yards in the game. On third down of the Yellow Jackets first drive, Wahtley found Sophomore Dennis Sims for a 47 yard touchdown pass to put the Jackets up 7-0. The Warriors failed to pick up a first down on their first drive and punted the ball back to the Yellow Jackets. The Yellow Jackets picked up a quick first down and picking up big gains by Junior Keyshaun McCullough. The Warriors were having a tough time catching up to the speed of Rockmart. As soon as the Warriors started making some big defensive plays, Wahtley scored on a 26 yard run to make it 13-0 with 4:30 left in the fist quarter, as the Jackets missed the PAT. On the first play of the Warriors next offensive drive, Senior Quarterback J. Bnen Haynes pass was tipped and intercepted around midfield. The Warriors again were having a tough time stopping the rushing attack of the Yellow Jackets. The Yellow Jackets ran the ball on every single play of the drive and scored on a 5 yard rush by Wahtley to make it 20-0.
The Warriors would start to get the offense going, led by J. Ben Haynes and Darrius Cannon. Huge gain by Cannon got the Warriors inside the Yellow Jackets 20 yard line. Haynes would score on a 15 yard run and make it 20-7 early in the second quarter. The Warriors made a huge stop on third down, but jumped offsides on 4th down to give the Yellow Jackets a first down. The Yellow Jackets would stick to the ground game but the Warriors would make two huge tackles in the backfield to force a punt after some Yellow Jacket penalties. The Warriors would pick up a first down, on third down, but would get called back because of an offensive pass interference and be forced to punt the ball back to the Yellow Jackets. The Warriors were still having a tough time stopping Wahtley, as he scored again on a 29 yard touchdown rush to make it 27-7. The Warriors picked up a first down on 4th and 1 with 1:20 left in the second quarter. Haynes found Cannon on a 27 yard touchdown pass to make it 27-14 with 1:05 left in the 2nd quarter. The Warriors defense would hold strong and hold the Yellow Jackets to 0 points to close the half. 
To start the second half, the Warriors would get a huge kickoff return by Cannon to give the Warriors great starting field position. The Warriors would get the offense going with small gains rushing the ball and some play action passes to get deep into Yellow Jacket territory. The Warriors would cut the lead to 6 with a 1-yard rush by Silas Mulligan and make it 27-21. On the kickoff, Wahtley would return the kickoff 80 yards for the score and extend the Yellow Jacket lead to 34-21. The Warriors would quickly answer on a great offensive drive led by Mulligan as he would score his second touchdown to cut the led again to a one score game. The Warriors would still not be able to slow down Whatley as he would pick up a 20+ yard gain again and put the Yellow Jackets into Warrior territory. Whatley would find Sims for another touchdown extending the lead 41-27. Both Sims touchdown catches were played very well defensively by Junior Bryson Cronic, as both passes were tipped by him but caught by Sims. With 3 minutes left in the third quarter, the Warriors were gaining momentum on the offensive side of the ball, running the ball very well but fumbled around the 30 yard line and was recovered by the Yellow Jackets.
The Warriors were playing very well defensively until Whatley ran outside, where he would pick up a lot of extra yards. The Yellow Jackets would quickly score again on a 8 yard rush by Jojo Haynes to extend the lead again 48-28. The Warriors would start to throw the ball more and pick up some quick first downs. J. Ben Haynes would find Reece Dockery for a 13 yard TD pass to make it 48-35 with 8:50 left in the fourth quarter. The Warriors would get a key stop to get the ball back to the offense. The Warriors would throw two deep passes and the Yellow Jackets would get called for pass interference both times. The Warriors would go for it on fourth down with 3 minutes left but fail to pick up the first down. The Yellow Jackets would run the clock out and go onto win 48-35 as the Warriors season comes to and end.
White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/13 – 11/20
Arrest Reports, Police & Government November 20, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 11/6 – 11/13
Arrest Reports, Police & Government November 15, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/30 – 11/6
Arrest Reports, Police & Government November 6, 2020
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Tropical Storm Warning in effect for 36 hours
News October 28, 2020
WHITE COUNTY, Ga. — The National Weather Service issued a Tropical Storm Warning at 11:22 a.m. today (Oct. 28) for Cleveland and White County that will continue for the next 36 hours.
– Peak Wind Forecast: 25-35 mph with gusts to 50 mph
– THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 39
to 57 mph
– The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
– PLAN: Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm
force.
– PREPARE: Efforts to protect property should now be
underway. Prepare for limited wind damage.
– ACT: Act now to complete preparations before the wind
becomes hazardous.
– POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
– Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
– Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees
are shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown
over.
– A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within
urban or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving
conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways.
– Scattered power and communications outages.
White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/23 – 10/30
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 31, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/16 – 10/23
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 23, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/9 – 10/16
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 18, 2020
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White County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report 10/2 – 10/9
Arrest Reports, Police & Government October 11, 2020
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