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Defender Keegan Dye takes on a double team against Franklin County on Friday.

Defender Keegan Dye takes on a double team against Franklin County on Friday.

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Dye lives up to No. 1 jersey honor

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Every year, the Hart County High School football team chooses one senior to wear the No. 1 jersey, a badge of honor and leadership for the team. Last season, running back Malachi Thomas wore the number before signing to play collegiate Division I football at Virginia Tech this season.
Diego Martinez

Diego Martinez

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Hart cross country runners show out at regional championship

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
By Drew Dotson Staff writer   Hart County High School’s Cross Country teams finished high at their home meet on Thursday, Sept. 30. Runners competed at the third annual Bulldog Early and NEGIAA Region Championship 2021 at the Hartwell Golf Club against teams from around the area.
Senior Aliza raises for a spike in a home contest.

Senior Aliza raises for a spike in a home contest.

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Volleydog senior embraces competition

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
For the Hart County Volleyball team, the biggest rival they face every year is Oconee County. Senior Volleydog Aliza Hart said that beating Oconee, last year and this year, are her favorite memories of high school. “It’s been awesome.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Sept. 28 • A man was arrested for disorderly conduct. Sept. 29 • Michael Dean Bledsoe, 31, was arrested for theft by deception. Sept.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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More walkable Hartwell beneficial on multiple levels

News Staff
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
A more walkable Hartwell is a goal we think we can all get behind if funded responsibly. Last week, mayor Brandon Johnson and city manager Jon Herschell filled us in on plans to make the city more pedestrian-friendly, starting with East Howell Street.
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Chuckers logo

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Chuckers opens for business in Hartwell

News Staff
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
By Josh Brannen Staff writer   If you have a question that needs to be axed, business owner Taylor Griffith is the man you want to speak with. Griffith is the new owner of the axe throwing company Chuckers Axe Lounge in downtown Hartwell at 358 E Howell St.
AP Scholar students (from left to right) Mary Elizabeth Jackson, Tate Phillips, Huong Pham, Cassidy Gaines, and Lindsey Waldvogle pose with their certificates.

AP Scholar students (from left to right) Mary Elizabeth Jackson, Tate Phillips, Huong Pham, Cassidy Gaines, and Lindsey Waldvogle pose with their certificates.

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Hart County High students named AP Scholars

News Staff
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Submitted by HCCS   Hart County High School Principal Kevin Gaines announced last week that five students received the distinction of AP Scholar, with one student receiving the AP Scholar with Honors distinction.
Area organizations meet at the Hartwell Helps Expo at the YMCA on Oct. 2. Organizations in attendance explained to visitors how they can help the public in times of need.

Area organizations meet at the Hartwell Helps Expo at the YMCA on Oct. 2. Organizations in attendance explained to visitors how they can help the public in times of need.

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Hartwell Helps showcases area’s critical institutions

News Staff
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
On Saturday, Oct. 2, the Hartwell Helps Expo brought Hart County residents together to raise awareness regarding local health and welfare resources and organizations.