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Master gardener and longtime garden curator, Robert Meaders.

Master gardener and longtime garden curator, Robert Meaders.

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Hart County Botanical Garden to host spring plant sale

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
The Hart County Botanical Garden will host its annual Spring Plant Sale. The sale stands as not only a major fundraiser for the garden but is also much anticipated by both master and novice gardeners.     Located at the garden, 1277 Elberton Hwy, Hartwell, this year’s members only pre-sale is Fri.
HCHS YGA winner: Pictured, right, is Hart County High School 11th-grade student Zoe Carter alongside Mr. Kevin Gaines, principal. Zoe was one of two system-wide 2023-2024 Young Georgia Author contest winners who have been selected as Pioneer RESA Region winners for the contest and will be moving on to the state competition.

HCHS YGA winner: Pictured, right, is Hart County High School 11th-grade student Zoe Carter alongside Mr. Kevin Gaines, principal. Zoe was one of two system-wide 2023-2024 Young Georgia Author contest winners who have been selected as Pioneer RESA Region winners for the contest and will be moving on to the state competition.

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Students win Young Georgia Author Pioneer RESA competition

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
The Hart County Charter System is proud to announce that two of our system-wide 2023-2024 Young Georgia Author contest winners have been selected as Pioneer RESA Region winners for the contest and will be moving on to the state competition.
Several members of Harmony House’s team holding blue pinwheels, a reminder of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Left to right: Kaitlin Andrews, child and family services advocate; Olivia Owensby, director of forensic services; Darrin Haley, clinical director; Wendy Risner, outreach/volunteer coordinator; and Laurie Whitworth, CEO.

Several members of Harmony House’s team holding blue pinwheels, a reminder of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Left to right: Kaitlin Andrews, child and family services advocate; Olivia Owensby, director of forensic services; Darrin Haley, clinical director; Wendy Risner, outreach/volunteer coordinator; and Laurie Whitworth, CEO.

Anti-grooming bill “step in right direction”

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Last week, the Georgia General Assembly passed House Bill 993, which would make the grooming of a minor for sex a felony in Georgia punishable with between one to five years of prison time.
Madison McLane competing in the high jump at the Franklin County home meet in 2023.

Madison McLane competing in the high jump at the Franklin County home meet in 2023.

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McLane announces commitment to Emmanuel University

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Hart County High School track & field athlete Madison McLane announces her verbal commitment to Emmanuel University on March 25. During McLane’s sophomore year, scouts from Emmanuel had come out to a meet to watch athletes from around the area.
Senior pitcher Avery Strickland delivers the pitch in the 10-4 win over Elbert County on Feb. 19, as Strickland has committed and signed to play baseball at Newberry College.

Senior pitcher Avery Strickland delivers the pitch in the 10-4 win over Elbert County on Feb. 19, as Strickland has committed and signed to play baseball at Newberry College.

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Strickland is taking his talents to Newberry College

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Diamond Dogs pitcher and infielder Avery Strickland commits to Newberry College to continue his academic and baseball career. Back in the summer of 2023, Strickland was competing on his travel baseball team when they had a game at Newberry College.
Senior outfielder Kanyon Coulter hits a three run homerun in the 11-7 game three loss to Hebron Christian.

Senior outfielder Kanyon Coulter hits a three run homerun in the 11-7 game three loss to Hebron Christian.

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Diamond Dogs swept by Lions to increase losing streak to six

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Lions of Hebron Christian complete the sweep in the series against the Diamond Dogs with  back-to-back wins. After losing a close game at home to the Lions on March 19, Hart traveled to Hebron Christian on March 20 for game two of the series.
Robert Floyd returns a serve as he won his No. 3 singles match against Elbert, 6-4, 6-2.

Robert Floyd returns a serve as he won his No. 3 singles match against Elbert, 6-4, 6-2.

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Racket Dogs split matches against the Blue Devils

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Racket Dogs split against their rival Elbert County with hopes of finishing the season strong in their final region match against rival Franklin County. The Hart County High School boys and girls tennis teams traveled to Elberton to take on the Blue Devils of Elbert County.
Junior forward Channing Segars dribbles the ball up the sideline in the 8-0 loss to the Lady Warriors of Oconee County.

Junior forward Channing Segars dribbles the ball up the sideline in the 8-0 loss to the Lady Warriors of Oconee County.

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Weather plays factor in Soccer Dogs trip to Oconee

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Despite an 8-0 loss, the Lady Dogs held their ground against the defending AAA state champs, while the Dogs game was postponed due to lightning in the area.
The Seniors celebrate after a big 28-7 win over the Juniors in the 2024 Powderpuff game on March 21 in Herndon Stadium.

The Seniors celebrate after a big 28-7 win over the Juniors in the 2024 Powderpuff game on March 21 in Herndon Stadium.

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Seniors defeat Juniors to remain undefeated in Powderpuff career

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The seniors capped off their final Powderpuff football game with a 28-7 win over the juniors to remain undefeated in their Powderpuff career. The annual 2024 Powderpuff game took place under the lights in Herndon Stadium on March 21.