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Dear Rusty: I’m 66 now and will be 67 in December and my question is this: Should I take Social Security now or wait? I’m still working full time and plan to work for a few more years, at … more

LIBRARY CORNER November 22 – November 28 The Cleveland Bradley County Public Library has entered the adjusted Phase 4 of our 5-Phase Reopening Plan. Normal hours of operation have resumed, including Sundays, and study rooms are available for bi-hourly check out. Other meeting rooms and public restrooms remain closed, and patrons are required to wear a mask when in the building. To make a reservation for computer use, please call the Non-Fiction Desk at 423-472-2163, ext. 126. For all other reservations, please call the Administrative Assistant at 423-472-2163, ext. 110. For more information, please see the sections titled CURBSIDE PICK-UP and 5-PHASE REOPENING PLAN. SUNDAY | November 22 Quaran-STEAM - THE EXPERIMENT - with Mr. Mike more

ELBERT AND Alma Ruth Schrader stand next to a Christmas display. Some of the items were collected as they journeyed with the First Baptist seniors group many years ago. more

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Matthew Rice, RN, BSN, receives Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland Nursing Excellence Award Tennova Healthcare Cleveland announced that Matthew Rice, RN, BSN, dialysis coordinator has been selected to receive its Nursing Excellence Award. This peer-nominated award, created in honor of 2020 being the “Year of the Nurse,” and in recognition of the critical role nurses have played in treating patients throughout the COVID pandemic, was open to qualifying RNs and LPNs working in a direct patient care position who consistently demonstrate characteristics synonymous with nursing excellence. Rice was chosen from among more than 30 nominations for his outstanding contributions in the areas of compassionate healthcare. “Matt is known for being professional, knowledgeable, and always kind,” states Connie Deloach, RN manager. Other nominations for the nursing excellence award include: more

A weight was lifted off the Mulcahy family one Tuesday as they celebrated the committal of their new home in Victory Cove. more

LIBRARY CORNER November 15 – November 21 The Cleveland Bradley County Public Library plans to enter a new phase of reopening in November. Phase 4 of our 5-Phase Reopening Plan has been adjusted to meet current community needs and will go into effect this Monday, Nov. 16. Normal hours of operation will resume, including Sundays, and study rooms will become available for hourly check out. Other meeting rooms and public restrooms will remain closed, and patrons will be required to wear a mask when in the building. To make a reservation for computer use, please call the Non-Fiction Desk at 423-472-2163, ext. 126. For all other reservations, please call the administrative assistant at 423-472-2163, ext. 110. For more information, please see the sections titled Curbside Pick-Up and 5-Phase Reopening Plan. more

Dear Rusty: I have a big 65th birthday coming up mid-March and would like your advice on registering for Social Security and Medicare. I am now unemployed, but I am seeking another gig to … more

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Christmas Child Giving North Cleveland Baptist Church this past weekend held an Operation Christmas Child shoebox packing party at the church gym. more

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LIBRARY CORNER November 8 – November 14 The Cleveland Bradley County Public Library plans to enter a new phase of reopening in November. Phase 4 of our 5-Phase Reopening Plan has been adjusted to meet current community needs and will go into effect next Monday, November 16. Normal hours of operation will resume, including Sundays, and study rooms will become available for hourly check out. Other meeting rooms and public restrooms will remain closed, and patrons will be required to wear a mask when in the building. To make a reservation for computer use, please call the Non-Fiction Desk at 423-472-2163, ext. 126. For all other reservations, please call the Administrative Assistant at 423-472-2163, ext. 110. For more information, please see the sections titled CURBSIDE PICK-UP and 5-PHASE REOPENING PLAN. SUNDAY | November 8 Quaran-STEAM - THE EXPERIMENT - with Mr. Mike more

“We give hope” is the focus of the local Family Violence Program. more

Dear Rusty: I’ve seen examples of how to maximize Social Security, but I’ve never seen an analysis for our situation. I’m 61 and my wife is 57, but she has been the primary breadwinner, … more

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Trek Thru Truth, Cleveland’s emerging children’s museum, held its third annual gala, as a “closed even” on its website, on Sept. 27.  The gala was TTT’s first virtual gala. The theme “Waymaker” was introduced through a multi-sensory presentation of the song featuring Talian Ross on keyboard with Christyn Ross and MaeLee Lemley providing vocals.  Kathy Coker elegantly signed throughout the piece while Unity Dance Troupe provided an original dance featuring dancers Lauren Leggett, Grace Barham, Sydney Gobble and Madison VanHook, under the direction of Austin and Alexis Burleson. more

Dedicated to “improving life through economic development, research and education, the Juanita C. Grant Foundation has launched the Village Connector Experience. more