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Daniel Leard returns serve against East Jackson on March 3.

Daniel Leard returns serve against East Jackson on March 3.

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Boys tennis continue losing streak, girls get first win

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Hart County High School tennis teams played three opponents last week before having two called off this week. On Monday, Feb. 28, Hart played Stephens County in Toccoa. The boys team lost 4-1 with only the No. 2 doubles team getting a win.
Braden Whitson leads the pack in the boys distance medley race at East Jackson High School on March 5.

Braden Whitson leads the pack in the boys distance medley race at East Jackson High School on March 5.

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Track teams take podium finish

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Both track and field teams placed in the top three at the 12th Annual Eagle Invitational 2022. The boys team finished second overall while the girls finished third at East Jackson High School on March 5. Madison McClane took silver in the girls high jump with a height of 5-0.
Peyton Powell hits a grand slam for Hart to take the 17-15 lead over Jefferson in the bottom of the sixth inning.

Peyton Powell hits a grand slam for Hart to take the 17-15 lead over Jefferson in the bottom of the sixth inning.

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Diamond Dogs strike back

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Diamond Dogs split two games last week before getting rained out this Tuesday. The Hart County baseball team host Jefferson on Wednesday, March 2. The Dragons had just beaten the Dogs, 10-0, in a game called short because of the score difference.
Pictured are Pine Tree Garden Club and Pine Tree Blue Bird Trail Volunteers. First Row (L-R) Michelle Hicks, Suellen Jones, GCG State President, Peggy Tucker and Lisa Perry. Second Row (L-R) Diane Bowers, Linda Harris, Melissa Barton, Cindy Neal, Peggy Graham, Sandra Brown, Lisa Cochenour & Sherry Westbury

Pictured are Pine Tree Garden Club and Pine Tree Blue Bird Trail Volunteers. First Row (L-R) Michelle Hicks, Suellen Jones, GCG State President, Peggy Tucker and Lisa Perry. Second Row (L-R) Diane Bowers, Linda Harris, Melissa Barton, Cindy Neal, Peggy Graham, Sandra Brown, Lisa Cochenour & Sherry Westbury

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Pine Tree Garden Club spruces up Blue Bird Trail

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Pine Tree Garden Club members were doing some spring cleaning around the Reed Creek area. It’s that time of year, when club members visit the five points area to clean out bluebird boxes located on the fence post areas.
Senator Lee Anderson presenting Ben Tellano with the Senate proclamation.

Senator Lee Anderson presenting Ben Tellano with the Senate proclamation.

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HCHS grad honored for 4-H achievements

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Georgia 4-H Dean’s Awards, which are very competitive and one of the highest honors Georgia 4-H members can earn, provide Georgia 4-H’ers the chance to showcase their talent, hard work, and commitment to their community.
Photo Credit: Gregory Hayes

Photo Credit: Gregory Hayes

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Ag week salutes local farmers

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
They sow crop seeds and raise animals. They care for both as they grow. In doing so, Georgia’s farmers ensure that the rest of us have what we need not only to live, but to thrive. It is not a stretch to view them as heroes, though it’s unlikely you’ll find one wearing a cape.
Photo Credit: Insung Yoon

Photo Credit: Insung Yoon

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#THROWBACK THURSDAY

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
1963: Both the boys and girls basketball teams took home state championships in the 2A division in arguably the most memorable winter sports season in Hart County High School history.
Photo credit: David von Diemar

Photo credit: David von Diemar

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: March 2 •Frederick Demell Baker, 50, of Anderson, S.C.
Photo Credit: Sasun Bughdaryan

Photo Credit: Sasun Bughdaryan

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Legislative wrap up: Week 8

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Last week, your House passed historic tax relief legislation, among to benefit Georgians in our state. •House Bill 1302, provides a one-time tax credit for eligible Georgia taxpayers who filed income tax returns in both 2020 and 2021.
Photo Credit: Danny Lines

Photo Credit: Danny Lines

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
On the potential package stores referendum:   Here’s my response to last week’s article in The Hartwell Sun, “Question to allow package stores could appear on ballot”. I also sent this to Mayor Johnson (and council members).