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Hartwell man arrested after family violence incident

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
On Monday, Jan. 29, 26-year-old William Lamont Scruggs of Hartwell was arrested and charged with terroristic threats and acts, criminal damage to property, and obstruction. At approximately 10:03 a.m., Hart County Sheriff’s Office responded to a family violence incident.
Hart County High School senior Macy Robinson was selected to All-State Chorus which will perform at The Classic Center in Athens Feb. 15-17.

Hart County High School senior Macy Robinson was selected to All-State Chorus which will perform at The Classic Center in Athens Feb. 15-17.

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Robinson an All-State Chorus performer

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
On the evening of Feb. 17, Hart County High School (HCHS) senior Macy Robinson will represent Hart County at the highly-esteemed All-State Chorus performances at the Classic Center in Athens.
The grand ball room at Cateechee was packed to the gills Jan. 25 to hear from new owners Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers.

The grand ball room at Cateechee was packed to the gills Jan. 25 to hear from new owners Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers.

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Cateechee welcomes new ownership

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
On Jan. 25, the community gathered in the ballroom at Cateechee for the Cateechee Vision Night. Many gathered to hear from the new owners, Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers. During the event, they talked about their plans for the future of Cateechee, including a ranch feel to what they have today.
Hart County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lindsey Ingle presents owner Eliza Banks of Banks Hollow with the Young Professional of the Year award Jan. 27 during the chamber’s awards gala.

Hart County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lindsey Ingle presents owner Eliza Banks of Banks Hollow with the Young Professional of the Year award Jan. 27 during the chamber’s awards gala.

Hart Chamber honors best in business

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Heavy rains and flooding couldn’t damper the spirits of the Hart County Chamber of Commerce which held its annual awards banquet and Nancy Ball Jan. 27 at The Barn at White Oaks in Southwestern Hart County.
Freshman Champ Blackwell attempts to pin his opponent back on Jan. 16 during their home meet against Dixie.

Freshman Champ Blackwell attempts to pin his opponent back on Jan. 16 during their home meet against Dixie.

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Mat Dogs fall in state duals

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Hart County High School Mat Dogs competed in the state duals on Jan. 19 and 20, and dropped both matches to be eliminated from the tournament. The Mat Dogs drew the 16th seed heading into the tournament and would have to face the No.
Senior forward Alexis Walker looks to pass the ball to an open teammate in the 44-31 road loss against Oconee County.

Senior forward Alexis Walker looks to pass the ball to an open teammate in the 44-31 road loss against Oconee County.

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Lady Dogs rebound after road loss

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
After falling to Oconee County on the road, the Lady Dogs responded with a win over Franklin County to end the first half of region play. Hart traveled down to Watkinsville to take on the Lady Warriors of Oconee County on Jan. 19.
Junior guard O’Brian Evans dropped 13 points in the Dogs 64-56 road win against the Warriors of Oconee County.

Junior guard O’Brian Evans dropped 13 points in the Dogs 64-56 road win against the Warriors of Oconee County.

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Dogs end first half of region play 4-1

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
  The Dogs increased their win streak to three after back-to-back wins over Oconee County and Franklin County. With the back-to-back wins, Hart ends the first half of region play in second place with a record of 4-1. Hart took the trip to Watkinsville to take on the Oconee County Warriors on Jan.
Larry Hill now.

Larry Hill now.

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Larry Hill is loving life

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Like every other person, Larry Hill’s life has been marked by both happiness and tragedy. However, Hill’s zeal for life and all it has to offer is even more remarkable considering what exactly he had to overcome. Larry Hill was born at home in 1948 in the Shoal Creek area of Hart County.
Owners of Happy Hounds Faith Phillips (left) and Breanna Shattles (right) celebrate the opening of their pet grooming business on Depot Street in Hartwell in May of 2023.

Owners of Happy Hounds Faith Phillips (left) and Breanna Shattles (right) celebrate the opening of their pet grooming business on Depot Street in Hartwell in May of 2023.

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Happy Hounds barks its way to successful first year

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
In May of 2024, Happy Hounds will celebrate their first year in business of serving the Hartwell community. In November of 2020, Faith Phillips rescued their now dog Boomer. After adopting Boomer, Phillips had high expectations about dog care.
Angie Rowland of Rowland Auction Group.

Angie Rowland of Rowland Auction Group.

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Rowland Auction Group celebrates its fifth anniversary

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
This year will mark the fifth year that Rowland Auction Group will have been serving the Hartwell community. Most people in Hartwell don’t know what the building on the side of The Hartwell Sun has been used for over the years. That is where owner Angie Rowland comes in.