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Camp Spectrum planned at Lee June 17-20 The fifth annual Camp Spectrum will be held at Lee University’s Helen DeVos College of Education from June 17-20. Camp Spectrum, a day camp for individuals...
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Brown receives Civitan award
Cleveland Civitan President Veronica Fox surprised one of the club members Wednesday with an award. Phil Brown received an award and lapel pin from Civitan International for his milestone of sponso...
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Moseley earns doctorate in education
On May 9, Lauren “Jeneva” Moseley, daughter of Richard and Courtenay Kimberling, earned a doctorate in education, with a concentration in teacher education and a specialization in mathematics educa...
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Wonders in the Woods
This is the 26th year for a "wonder-filled" tent camping program called Wonders in the Woods that Broad Street United Methodist Church offers at its Johnston Woods facility during June and July. T...
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Sunrise Rotary plans fundraising events
By CHRISTY ARMSTRONG Banner Staff Writer Members of the Bradley Sunrise Rotary Club took time from their regular schedule of speakers Thursday to make progress on their plans for upcoming fundraisi...
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FREDONA was one of the groups providing music for the Annual Polk County Ramp Tramp Festival April 27.
Polk Ramp Tramp was a success
In spite of the rain, a large crowd attended the Annual Polk County Ramp Tramp Festival on April 27. Attendees enjoyed a meal of ramps while great bluegrass and gospel music was played. During ...
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Darden Foundation presents $1,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Clubs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland announced it has been selected to receive a $1,000 grant as part of the Restaurant Community Grants program from the Darden Foundation, the charitable arm of Darden ...
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PARTICIPANTS in the pageant for the crowning of 2013 Miss Life Care Centers of America were, from left, Inez Kaylor, voted Most Christ-like; second runner-up Essie Mullinax; Most Attractive, Francis Curtis; Miss Personality, Donna Jones; Queen of Life Care Centers of America 2013 Icye Rominger; Miss Congeniality, Sue Watts; Best Smile, Francis Carringer; Biggest Heart, Uva Cofer. At back are first runner-up Wanda Smith; Pilot Club member Brigitte Miller; Sheriff Jim Ruth; and Debbie Williams of Pilot Club. Not pictured were Best Hair, Gedena Munger, and third runner-up Georgia O'Neal. The late Shirley Farmer was Miss Life Care Centers of America 2012. Banner photos, DONNA KAYLOR
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Donna Harmon honored for 40 years of service
During Oak Grove Elementary Kindergarten graduation held recently at Lake Forrest Middle school, Donna Harmon was honored for her 40 years of service to the students of Oak Grove. Kenneth McNeal, ...
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Hiwassee River Heritage Center holds ribbon cutting
PHASE ONE and grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting for the Hiwassee River Heritage Center were held Friday. Community and board members were allowed to tour the center and learn more about the...
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Director of the Montessori Kinder International School, Brigitta Hoeferle, along with one of the teachers, Kerstin Weiss, enjoys watching events. The fundraiser is for the Nancy Lieberman Foundation and to build a WorldVentures Foundation Dream Court. The school has been working with the Cleveland Housing Authority and the Boys & Girls Clubs to best determine the spot for the court to be located in Cleveland.
Maifest German Cultural Event
THE MAIFEST GERMAN CULTURAL event was held downtown Saturday at the First Street Square.
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NAMI plans ‘With Hope in Mind’ series
If a family member or loved one lives with a mental illness, you know the effects it can have on you as well as your family member or friend. He or she may live with you or depend on you for care. ...
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CATHY KIRKPATRICK shared some roses “from my dear sweet Mama’s garden that she still sends me from heaven.”
Your Best Shot 5-19
Recent photos may be submitted for Your Best Shot by emailing gwen.swiger@clevelandbanner.com, mailing good quality photos to Your Best Shot, P.O. Box 3600, Cleveland, TN 37320-3600 or dropping the...
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PAT AND GEORGE STOKES of Cleveland have been enjoying the annual Evening Shade event held every Friday evening in May. This was the third year they have attended the event.
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Jetport hangar bids accepted
Cleveland Municipal Airport Authority members accepted the lowest bid for T-hangars and taxilanes Friday, though it will require using a portion of the airport’s entitlement money for the next yea...
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