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Photo by David Menidrey

Photo by David Menidrey

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Halloween party shooting sends three to the hospital

News Staff
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is actively investigating a shooting that took place in the early morning hours of Oct. 22. At 1:24 a.m., deputies responded to a Halloween party at 1954 Nancy Hart School Road following reports of gunshots.
Hart County Community Theatre prepares for Harvey’s annual haunted house.

Hart County Community Theatre prepares for Harvey’s annual haunted house.

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HCCT opens Harvey’s haunted house this weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
This weekend, the Hart County Community Theatre (HCCT) and its resident spirit Harvey will open its doors for their annual haunted house.
Photo by Alexander Grey

Photo by Alexander Grey

Hart BOC certifies 2023 tax rate

News Staff
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
With much reluctance, the Hart County Board of Commissioners (BOC) voted to certify Hart County’s tax rate for the 2023 tax year during its meeting Oct. 24.
Senior infielder Jazz Shealer

Senior infielder Jazz Shealer

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Lady Dogs season recap and way too early preview

News Staff
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Hart’s season came to an end in the 6-0 loss to Stephens County Oct. 10 in the first round of the region tournament. We take a moment to look back at the 2023 campaign, while also looking ahead to the 2024 season.
Pictured is the Hart County High School boys cross country team hoisting the first place trophy as they placed first in the purple division at Athens Christian Oct. 14. From left to right is Will Bell, Damian Childress, Nate Harris, Braydon Lane, Donavin Layman, Zach Simmons, and Ethan Stovall.

Pictured is the Hart County High School boys cross country team hoisting the first place trophy as they placed first in the purple division at Athens Christian Oct. 14. From left to right is Will Bell, Damian Childress, Nate Harris, Braydon Lane, Donavin Layman, Zach Simmons, and Ethan Stovall.

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Boys Cross Country place first at 4th annual Krent Kramer Classic

News Staff
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
The Hart County High School boys and girls cross country teams competed in the 4th Annual Kent Kramer Classic at Athens Christian Oct.12. As the boys brought home first place in the purple division. For the boys, senior Braydon Lane was the top finisher for the Dogs placing third.
Senior Alexis Walker serves the ball into play during a five set loss to Hebron Christian in the second round of the region tournament Oct. 14 at Oconee County High School.

Senior Alexis Walker serves the ball into play during a five set loss to Hebron Christian in the second round of the region tournament Oct. 14 at Oconee County High School.

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Volley Dogs enter the state playoffs as the three seed out of Region 8-AAA

News Staff
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
After sweeping Stephens County in the first round of the region tournament Oct. 12, the Volley Dogs lost in five sets to Hebron Christian, and defeated Monroe Area to capture the third-seed out of Region 8-AAA Oct. 14.
Judy Burdette with her husband Larry at the Bowersville Baptist Church

Judy Burdette with her husband Larry at the Bowersville Baptist Church

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Burdette celebrates golden milestone of music

News Staff
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Music has such an important role in nearly every aspect of our culture, and it can do so many things. It was once said that music is what feelings sound like, for it can move people in a way that words alone cannot.
Photo by Tim Wildsmith

Photo by Tim Wildsmith

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Hart County Water and Sewer discuses rate increase

News Staff
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
The Hart County Water and Sewer Authority met Oct. 16 and discussed the increase on water rates from the city of Hartwell as approved in the city’s 2024 budget. On Oct. 13, the city approved its budget which called for a rate increase from $4.69 to $5.