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A stolen vehicle was wrecked over the weekend near Beaverdam Creek where a bridge is currently being replaced by the GDOT.

A stolen vehicle was wrecked over the weekend near Beaverdam Creek where a bridge is currently being replaced by the GDOT.

Macon man arrested following beating, string of auto thefts

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Following the beating of an elderly man and string of auto thefts and break-ins in multiple counties over the weekend, a Macon man was arrested in Madison County on an outstanding warrant from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and has received charges from both Bibb County and the Hart County...
Photo by Alexandre Debiève

Photo by Alexandre Debiève

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Granting school network upgrades

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Charter System’s internet networking infrastructure will be getting an upgrade, with a focus on improving “day-to-day use” in classrooms.
Dean and Faire Teasley have been married for the past 60 years after falling in love at first sight.

Dean and Faire Teasley have been married for the past 60 years after falling in love at first sight.

Love at first sight and for the last 60 years

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
C.S. Lewis said that “to love is to be vulnerable” and for 60 years Dean, 83, and Faire Teasley, 78, have lived together in Lewis’ axiom steadfastly in marriage. Dean and Faire met each other through Dean’s first cousin and best friend, who Faire was dating at the time.
Senior pitcher Reece Maxwell delivers a pitch in the 9-4 road loss to Elbert County in the season opener on Feb. 8. (Photo by Mark Wells at The Elberton Star)

Senior pitcher Reece Maxwell delivers a pitch in the 9-4 road loss to Elbert County in the season opener on Feb. 8. (Photo by Mark Wells at The Elberton Star)

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Diamond Dogs start the 2023 season 0-2

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Diamond Dogs had a rough start to the season by dropping both games on the road to Elbert County Feb. 8 and then to Tallulah Falls on Tuesday. The Elbert County game was originally scheduled for Feb.
Senior Daniel Leard returns a serve in a 2022 match as the Lady Dogs start 1-0 and the Dogs start 0-1 on the season.

Senior Daniel Leard returns a serve in a 2022 match as the Lady Dogs start 1-0 and the Dogs start 0-1 on the season.

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Tennis kicks off the season at Clarke Central

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Racket Dogs opened their season on the road in Athens, taking on Clarke Central Feb. 9.
TK Smith, who has been the leading scorer in the previous two games, continues her hot streak as she led the Lady Dogs once again with 19 points in the 73-40 win over the Lady Lions. (Photo by Lexie Wheless)

TK Smith, who has been the leading scorer in the previous two games, continues her hot streak as she led the Lady Dogs once again with 19 points in the 73-40 win over the Lady Lions. (Photo by Lexie Wheless)

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Smith leads Lady Dogs on Senior Night win

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Lady Dogs end the regular season with a home win over their rival, Franklin County, 73-40. The Lady Dogs started the night by honoring the lone senior guard, Valasha Carter, as she potentially played her final game on the hardwood at Hart County High School.
Sophomore forward Channing Segars scores a hat trick versus Towns County Feb.14.

Sophomore forward Channing Segars scores a hat trick versus Towns County Feb.14.

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Soccer Dogs sweep Towns out of town

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Young talent gave both teams the edge, as the soccer Dogs swept Towns County on Tuesday’s home wins. The Lady Dogs started the night off, battling Towns for the first 23 minutes of play.
Tavarus “Spud” Webb was named the Freshman of the Month in men’s basketball. (Photo by the Conference of Carolinas)

Tavarus “Spud” Webb was named the Freshman of the Month in men’s basketball. (Photo by the Conference of Carolinas)

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Webb honored as freshman of the month

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Tavarus Webb of Emmanuel has been selected as the Freshman of the Month for Conference Carolinas men’s basketball for January of 2023. The 6-foot-4 freshman guard from Hartwell, Georgia, Webb averaged 15 points, seven rebounds, four assists, 2.0 steals and 1.
Senior Tahj Johnson rises above the rim to slam it home as he led the Dogs with 18 points in Hart County’s win over the Franklin County Lions, 73-60 at home on senior night. (Photo by Lexie Wheless)

Senior Tahj Johnson rises above the rim to slam it home as he led the Dogs with 18 points in Hart County’s win over the Franklin County Lions, 73-60 at home on senior night. (Photo by Lexie Wheless)

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Dogs clinch the No. 2 seed in win over Franklin

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County boys basketball team secured the No. 2 seed in the region tournament with a home win over Franklin County on Senior Night.