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Pictured from left is Bryan Hicks, Mike Atkins, and Bruce Hicks during Atkins 40th anniversary at WKLY.

Pictured from left is Bryan Hicks, Mike Atkins, and Bruce Hicks during Atkins 40th anniversary at WKLY.

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Filling in for a legend

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
With a horrendous GPA after my freshman year at North Greenville University, I took the summer to pray about what God had planned for me. I spent the summer serving on staff for the Georgia Baptist Mission Board with the theme of the summer camp around the word next.
Sophomore quarterback Kurston Curry throws on the run in the 35-10 loss to the Warriors of Oconee County on Aug, 9.

Sophomore quarterback Kurston Curry throws on the run in the 35-10 loss to the Warriors of Oconee County on Aug, 9.

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Bulldogs look to clean up mistakes after loss to Oconee in scrimmage

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Crucial mistakes in the first quarter led to the Bulldogs 35-10 loss against the Warriors in the scrimmage game against Oconee County. On Aug. 9, Hart traveled to Watkinsville to take on former region foe, Oconee County in a scrimmage to begin the season.
Mary Hinson (right) and her daughter Libby Wilson. Hinson, will close her restaurant Mary’s Kitchen on Aug. 16.

Mary Hinson (right) and her daughter Libby Wilson. Hinson, will close her restaurant Mary’s Kitchen on Aug. 16.

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After 22 years, Mary’s Kitchen to close on Aug. 16

Rachel Black - Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
On Aug. 16, 2002, Mary Alice Hinson opened Mary’s Kitchen, which was to quickly become a beloved destination for Southern home-cooking for Hart Countians and visitors alike. This Friday, Aug. 16, the restaurant will officially close after 22 years–to the day–of business.
Photo by Scott Rodgerson

Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests:   The following is a list of names entered into the booking computer at Hart County Jail for Aug. 5-12, 2024. Names, ages and towns are listed as they appear in the computer. Offenses listed are charges; guilt has not been proven.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Pickleworm Problems

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Have you noticed tiny holes in your squash, watermelons, cucumbers, or cantaloupe?  If you have, you may be dealing with a pickleworm infestation. Pickleworms are a late-season pest that can be problematic in all cucurbit crops.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Should I pay more?

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Last week we had another plea for another exemption for seniors on school taxes. The arguments are always “others are getting an exemption” or “I don’t have kids in the school system” or “we need more fairness,”  I sympathize with the desire for lower taxes and limited government.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Danger of Election Deniers

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Some of the most disturbing and divisive trends that still have traction are the completely unfounded notions of election deniers.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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The stakes in this election are high

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
As the November 5th election approaches, it’s important for voters to think about the direction they want our community, state, and nation to go. The stakes are high, and the decision we make will have lasting impacts on our economy, safety, and way of life.
Joel Volpi knew exactly how to capture the Cooper’s hawk—unharmed—that refused to exit our farm’s storage/shop barn.

Joel Volpi knew exactly how to capture the Cooper’s hawk—unharmed—that refused to exit our farm’s storage/shop barn.

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Rolodexes—old and new—save the day, twice

Dink NeSmith
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
For decades it sat next to my office phone. The alphabetized Rolodex was my handy go-to reference file. For those not born in the last century, the directory’s spindle was stuffed with business cards, names and numbers.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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In Appreciation of Wild Plums

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
For some reason that I can’t fathom I woke up this morning thinking about wild plums. The ones that I was thinking about were the ones that my good friend Cletus Brightstar and I ate when we were children when they (the plums) were ripe.