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Junior pitcher Will Pittman winds up to deliver a pitch in the 7-1 loss against Prince Avenue Christian at home on Tuesday.

Junior pitcher Will Pittman winds up to deliver a pitch in the 7-1 loss against Prince Avenue Christian at home on Tuesday.

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Diamond Dogs could not find a way to end the losing streak

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
The Diamond Dogs dropped both games at home against Stony Brook of New York and Prince Avenue Christian. The Dogs were looking to turn things around in the month of March and get back to their winning ways, but Stony Brook continued the Dogs losing streak and got the 10-0 win on the road.
Pictured left is Shone Webb with Ben Edwards pictured right celebrating after Emmanuel College wins the Conference of Carolinas championship on Sunday.

Pictured left is Shone Webb with Ben Edwards pictured right celebrating after Emmanuel College wins the Conference of Carolinas championship on Sunday.

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Webb continues to check off his goals

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Former Hart County and current Emmanuel College guard Shone “Spud” Webb collected more accolades than he could carry while helping lead his team to a conference championship. After Webb was redshirted just a season ago, he didn’t know what his future looked like for the Lions.
Freshman forward William Bell (33) puts multiple shots on goal in the 7-1 home loss to Oconee County to begin region play.

Freshman forward William Bell (33) puts multiple shots on goal in the 7-1 home loss to Oconee County to begin region play.

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Soccer teams go 1-2 in three game stretch

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
The Dogs soccer teams split against Rabun and Oglethorpe on the road, while both fell to Oconee at home in the region opener. The teams started the three-game stretch with a trip to Rabun County on March 2. The girls picked up a 5-3 win led by sophomore forward Channing Segars’ hat trick.
Dogs head coach Matt Gibbs draws up a play during a home game from earlier in the season.

Dogs head coach Matt Gibbs draws up a play during a home game from earlier in the season.

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Elite Eight Ending

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
The Hart County boys’ basketball tournament run ends with a road loss to Cross Creek in the elite eight. On March 1, the Dogs traveled down to Cross Creek, and the back-to-back state champions in AAA were looking to continue their run at another title.
HCHS senior FFA student Ashlyn Floyd poses with family, friends, and her two heifers that both placed in the top-5 overall at the Georgia State Livestock Show in Perry.

HCHS senior FFA student Ashlyn Floyd poses with family, friends, and her two heifers that both placed in the top-5 overall at the Georgia State Livestock Show in Perry.

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Hart County FFA Excels at Georgia State Livestock Show

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Hart County FFA students excelled at a recent competition in Perry, including one senior who shined and ended her last show with a triumphant finish.
Beloved former teacher Bonnie Granville passed away March 3 at the age of 67.

Beloved former teacher Bonnie Granville passed away March 3 at the age of 67.

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Hart loses ‘most selfless person’

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Hart County lost one of it’s more influential citizens on Friday, March 3 when beloved teacher Bonnie Granville passed away at the age of 67. Granville served as a teacher within Hart County for 44 years, starting at Mt. Olivet Elementary back in August 1978.
Hartwell resident and Franklin Springs Police Chief Kevin Thompson holds up a “15-page memo,” which discusses complaints about Parkdale Drive. Thompson claimed the memo contained unnecessary personal information about him, including his place of employment and title.

Hartwell resident and Franklin Springs Police Chief Kevin Thompson holds up a “15-page memo,” which discusses complaints about Parkdale Drive. Thompson claimed the memo contained unnecessary personal information about him, including his place of employment and title.

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End of council meeting becomes tense before executive session

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Monday’s Hartwell City Council meeting came to an explosive and sudden end after a public comment regarding an incident from the November meeting sparked a heated discussion.
Photo by Samuel Regan-Asante

Photo by Samuel Regan-Asante

City council denies liquor stores

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
An emotionally charged meeting of the Hartwell City Council on Monday resulted in a 4-3 vote by the council to not allow liquor stores to reach the ballot for possible consideration by voters.
Senior midfielder Abby Ashworth nets a goal versus Jasper County in the 3-3 draw against the Hurricanes on Feb. 25

Senior midfielder Abby Ashworth nets a goal versus Jasper County in the 3-3 draw against the Hurricanes on Feb. 25

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Soccer Dogs continue their winning ways

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
The Hart County Soccer Dogs continue their hot streak versus Jasper and Crescent. Hart traveled to Jasper County on Feb. 23 to take on the Hurricanes at home. The Lady Dogs got off to a quick 3-1 lead, but couldn’t maintain it as it ended in a 3-3 draw.
Photo by John Fornander

Photo by John Fornander

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Racket Dogs fall to Oconee at home

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
The Hart County Racket Dogs hosted the defending region champions on Tuesday but fell to the Oconee County Warriors in both matches – girls 0-5 and boys 0-5. “All I can say is that we gave it a good try,” said Racket Dogs head coach Cheryl Tierney. “Oconee County is always tough.