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From a walk-on quarterback to a Heisman finalist, Stetson Bennett has already had a legendary UGA career. Leading the Bulldogs to a come-from-behind victory over Ohio State’s Buckeyes in the New Year’s Eve Peach Bowl, No. 13 was honored as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) on offensive. Making the presentation was Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl president and CEO Gary Stokan. Counting last year’s semifinal and national championship games—plus the SEC championship game—that makes four times the six-year senior has been

From a walk-on quarterback to a Heisman finalist, Stetson Bennett has already had a legendary UGA career. Leading the Bulldogs to a come-from-behind victory over Ohio State’s Buckeyes in the New Year’s Eve Peach Bowl, No. 13 was honored as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) on offensive. Making the presentation was Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl president and CEO Gary Stokan. Counting last year’s semifinal and national championship games—plus the SEC championship game—that makes four times the six-year senior has been

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‘Old Lady Luck’ wore red and black on New Year’s Eve

Dink NeSmith
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
“Dawgs on top! We were gone. I gave up. You did, too. We were out of it and gone. Miracle!” If you were barking for the Georgia Bulldogs in 1980, you know who growled those words in Jacksonville. And you know where you were on Nov. 8, 1980, when Buck Belue hit Lindsay Scott—over the middle—and No.
Dawson Baker, center, marches alongside his father Kevin Baker, left, and mother Lisa Baker, right, during Senior Day festivities at Clemson University before kickoff versus the University of Miami.

Dawson Baker, center, marches alongside his father Kevin Baker, left, and mother Lisa Baker, right, during Senior Day festivities at Clemson University before kickoff versus the University of Miami.

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‘Orange’ you glad it happened?

News Staff
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
It was once said that everything that has a beginning has an ending. This is a lesson that I learned recently in a rather difficult way, but to tell you that story, I need to tell you a few other stories first.
Andrew Nicholas Berry, 34, of Bowman, was arrested by the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and charged with murder following a six hour manhunt after his girlfriend was found with multiple stab wounds on the morning of Dec. 31.

Andrew Nicholas Berry, 34, of Bowman, was arrested by the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and charged with murder following a six hour manhunt after his girlfriend was found with multiple stab wounds on the morning of Dec. 31.

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Bowman man charged with murder

News Staff
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
A Bowman man was arrested on murder charges after a six hour manhunt ensued for his whereabouts following a stabbing on New Year’s Eve that left his girlfriend dead. Andrew Nicholas Berry, 34, of 2859 Bowman Highway in Bowman was arrested Dec.
Photo credit: Tingey Injury Law Firm

Photo credit: Tingey Injury Law Firm

Commissioners draft letter to city threatening suit

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
On Thursday, Dec. 29, the Hart County Board of Commissioners scheduled a called meeting for an executive session, which led to the unanimous decision by the board to formally write a letter of negotiation with the city council to “restart the process” of arbitration.
Hart County wrestler Carlveon Cheeks takes on an Oconee County opponent in a match.

Hart County wrestler Carlveon Cheeks takes on an Oconee County opponent in a match.

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Mat Dogs go 2-3 overall at White County Duals

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
The Mat Dogs traveled to Cleveland, Georgia on Tuesday, Dec. 20 to compete in the White County Duals where the Dogs went 2-3. The Mat Dogs faced five different teams in the White County Duals “Versus West Hall, we wrestled very well,” Mat Dogs head coach Sean Gaddy said. “We beat them 52-18.
Junior guard Dakota Phillips guarded closely by a Lady Blue Devil in the home loss to rival Elbert County, 82-51.

Junior guard Dakota Phillips guarded closely by a Lady Blue Devil in the home loss to rival Elbert County, 82-51.

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Lady Dogs struggle in home loss but rebound against Pendelton

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
The Lady Dogs hosted the Lady Blue Devils on Friday, with Elbert County dominating, 82-51. The game was highly competitive in the early stages, as the Lady Blue Devils had a 19-15 lead at the end of the first quarter of play. Hart cut the deficit to one early in the second quarter.
Senior swimmer for the summer league team at the Bell Family YMCA’s Savannah Stanish commits to Mars Hill.

Senior swimmer for the summer league team at the Bell Family YMCA’s Savannah Stanish commits to Mars Hill.

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Stanish commits to Mars Hill University

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
A Hart County High School student has become the first athlete to commit to a university for swimming. Senior Savannah Stanish is choosing to attend Mars Hill University and is officially the first Bulldog to ever commit to a college or university for aquatics.