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THE CLEVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY opened on Sept. 3, 1923, with the donation of the Craigmiles House to the city in memory of Sarah Tucker Johnston. This early 1960s photograph shows the Mary Francis Johnston garden in the front circle, maintained by the Magnolia Garden Club.

Library marks 100th anniversary this year

The Cleveland Bradley County Public Library will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2023, with a slate of special events and activities planned throughout the year. more

By MARGOT STILL | 1/8/23

Hints from Heloise: One tip does not fit all

Dear Heloise: I don't have a "one tip fits all" for servers, so I decide on the spot. Food servers have always been known for making low wages and surviving just on tipping. If I get good service, I tip them good. With all the "Help Wanted" signs on doors and windows, and the few workers inside, I sometimes tip 20% or more to those willing to work. Many deserve it. more

By Heloise | 1/8/23

Dear Annie: All's fair in love and sports?

Dear Annie: One of my good female friends graduated from a rival college of mine. We love talking smack about who has a better football team. When her school loses games, I gloat. One time this year, I said her school had zero chance of winning against my school. I did this level of trash-talking for two months, practically daily. more

By ANNIE LANE | 1/8/23

MACY CHASTAIN, left, stands with her mother, Michelle Chastain; and sister, Carly Chastain.

Mother and daughters experience college together

When small business owner, Michelle Chastain, started taking classes at Cleveland State Community College in 2019, she didn’t realize that soon her two daughters would be joining her. Now, her … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 1/8/23

Dear Annie: Obsessive thoughts keep intruding

Dear Annie: I am a 19-year-old woman who can't stop thinking about this guy, "Charles." He has been picked on for his appearance, but I think he has pretty eyes and nice hands, plus a knack for … more

By ANNIE LANE | 1/3/23

Hints from Heloise: Conversing with scammers

Dear Heloise: I just read your column with the letter from Frank and Carol H., in Milford, Delaware, concerning scam calls. I am 84 and retired, and those calls are a nice respite from watching TV. … more

By HELOISE | 1/3/23

NOAH SIMS, 13, holds a hardback copy of his debut book, "The Path To Independence."

13-year-old pens book on American Revolution

On Christmas night in 1776, George Washington crossed the Delaware River to wage a surprise attack against the Hessian mercenaries serving King George III.Some 247 years later, Noah Sims, a … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 1/2/23

Library Corner 12-31-22

SUNDAY | Jan. 1 — New Year’s Day — CLOSED. Library materials will not accrue late fees for this day. Normal hours resume Monday, Jan. 2.

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By KERISA SHORTHOUSE | 12/31/22

STUDENTS AND VOLUNTEERS deliver food to families.

Lee receives Walmart Community Grant, conducts food drive

Lee University recently received a $1,000 grant from the Neighborhood Walmart in Hixson. Students from multiple Benevolence classes used the grant to conduct a food drive at Oak Grove Elementary … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 12/31/22

This Week in History 1948 12-31-22

DECEMBER 1948 — A fire of undetermined origin early Saturday morning destroyed the home of H.C. (Cap) Giles, veteran Cleveland police officer, on Dalton Pike about a mile beyond the city limits. more

By MARGOT STILL | 12/31/22

TYSON LEAMON won the Tennessee Songwriters showcase round in Knoxville, and earned a trip to play at the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville. He had been one of four finalists at the qualifying round in Cleveland. From left are Mary Tom Jenkins and Melissa Woody of the Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce, and Leamon and his wife, Cara.

Tennessee Songwriters competition returns to Cleveland

Last year, Tyson Leamon won the Tennessee Songwriters qualifying round held in Cleveland, then the showcase round in Knoxville and eventually got to play at the famous Bluebird Cafe in … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 12/26/22

Hints From Heloise: There's no slip of the hand here

Dear Heloise: When I am cooking on the stove and want to add a bit more oil to a pan, particularly to a frying pan, I am always afraid of slippage that may cause me to overpour, until I thought of a plan. I put several rubber bands around my olive oil and canola oil bottles for a nonslip grip. Sure enough, no more fear of slippage. — Priscilla Zanni, Vancouver, Washington more

By HELOISE | 12/26/22

Ask Annie: Shut out of daughter's life

Dear Annie: My daughter and son-in-law moved from Pennsylvania, where I live, to North Carolina to be close to his family. They moved without giving me any real notice. My daughter had mentioned they might be moving, but I did not find out for sure until the day before they moved. more

By ANNIE LANE | 12/26/22

Library. Corner 12-24

SUNDAY | Dec. 25Christmas Day — CLOSED Library materials will not accrue late fees for this day. Normal hours resume Tuesday, Dec. 27. MONDAY | Dec. 26Day After Christmas — … more

By KERISA SHORTHOUSE | 12/24/22

TOM RODGERS was presented a Quilt of Valor from the Ocoee Chapter of National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution. Pictured, from left, are Beth Spencer, Joanne Swafford, Dana Rodgers, Tom Rodgers and Kathay Pegram.

Quilts of Valor makes presentation to Tom Rodgers

A local veteran has been wrapped in appreciation, through the Quilts of Valor program. more

From STAFF REPORTS | 12/20/22

THE CLEVELAND EMBROIDERY CLUB met at the home of Vicky Lay on Dec. 10, for the Christmas luncheon. Standing, left to right, are Martha McDowell, Gwen Dethero, Louise Harbison, Brammi Horner and Mary Margaret Stamper. Seated are Ann McCoin, Vicky Lay, Judy Varnell and Jeanette Schlaeger.

Cleveland Embroidery Club holds December meeting

12/20/22

RENAISSANCE, Cleveland High School's show choir, performed several Christmas songs at the Thursday meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Cleveland. The group is led by music teacher Chip Atha.

Renaissance performs at Kiwanis Club

Banner photo, ALLEN MINCEY | 12/19/22

TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN PREPATORY SCHOOL students helping at Wednesday's Angel Tree distribution.

Hundreds benefit from Salvation Army's Angel Tree program

James Stroud and his daughter Tiffany were the first in line at the Angel Tree distribution Thursday, and said the program will make their Christmas so much better because of the generosity of others … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 12/17/22

THE ALDERSGATE GARDEN CLUB made its annual donation to the Bradley-Cleveland Community Services Agency Emergency Shelter on Dec. 5. This donation consisted of 12 twin- and full-size blankets for the residents. On the front row, from left to right, are Charlotte Scott, Charlotte Timberlake, club President Cynthia Humes, and shelter case worker Gloris Arnwine. On the back row, from left to right, are Kay Cox, Lelia Johnson, Edwina Robinson and Jackie Westfield.

Aldersgate Garden Club donation

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12/17/22

COLIN HENRY, left, stands with Shenandoah Baptist Academy Principal Matt Smith after being recognized for his patriotism.

Shenandoah Baptist Academy students display patriotism

Alyssa Ownby and Colin Henry of Shenandoah Baptist Academy were recently recognized for their patriotism by the local Veterans of Foreign Wars' post. Eighth-grader Ownby won the first round of … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 12/16/22