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Photo submitted - From left to right, Janice Lewis, David-Charles (Chuck) Christensen and Barbara Lewis Berkowitz unite for the first time after about 70 years of life.

Photo submitted - From left to right, Janice Lewis, David-Charles (Chuck) Christensen and Barbara Lewis Berkowitz unite for the first time after about 70 years of life.

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Hart County sisters meet long lost sibling after revelation from 23&Me DNA kit

News Staff
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
By Gail Manter Contributor The lives of two Hartwell women and a man from Surprise, Arizona were forever changed by one recent DNA test as a birthday gift. In September 2020, Chuck Christensen received a unique birthday gift from his son, Sean — a 23&Me kit for genetic testing.
By Tuesday, Hart County had 41 active cases, or cases within the last two weeks, according to the Georgia DPH website.

By Tuesday, Hart County had 41 active cases, or cases within the last two weeks, according to the Georgia DPH website.

Superintendent: 18-20 students COVID-positive after first week

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
COVID case numbers are increasing in Hart County and spiking statewide as schools go back in session. By Tuesday, Hart County had 41 active  cases, or cases within the last two weeks,  according to the Georgia DPH website.
Dan Leard, wife Collen and their kids smile in front of their home.

Dan Leard, wife Collen and their kids smile in front of their home.

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Hartwell native announces bid for city council

News Staff
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
Hartwell native Dan Leard entered his name as a Hartwell city council candidate this week for the seat currently occupied by Arthur Craft, who will not seek reelection. “I was born and raised in Hartwell,” Leard said.
The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

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Schedule set for Traveling Vietnam Wall weekend

Dan Hunt
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
The City of Hartwell and Cateechee Golf Club will host a special patriotic weekend Sept. 2-5 featuring the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall, a replica Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, notable guest speakers, music and more.
Municipalities in Hart County will have multiple seats open for vote November 2.

Municipalities in Hart County will have multiple seats open for vote November 2.

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Seats up for election in Hartwell, Bowersville

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
Municipalities in Hart County will have multiple seats open for vote November 2. Hartwell and Bowersville will both have positions on their councils up for election on November 2, 2021.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: July 28 •Reanna Nicole Carr, 36, of Greenville, S.C. was arrested and charged with drugs not in original container, possession of a schedule II controlled substance and transactions in drug-related objects.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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#THROWBACK THURSDAY

News Staff
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
1982: 176 students for Hart County High School are delayed from participating in school functions until they are vaccinated under new O.C.G.A Immunization Standard law.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Georgia Farm Bureau members invited to enter Quality Hay Contest

News Staff
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) members who grow Bermudagrass hay are encouraged to enter the 2021 GFB Quality Hay Contest. Hay entered in the contest will be tested at a University of Georgia lab using the Relative Forage Quality (RFQ) Test, which provides an analysis of the nutritional value of the hay.
Josh Brannen/The Hartwell Sun - Russell Cooper (far left), Brandi Cooper (center left), Randall Dean Graham (center right), and Morgan Cooper (far right), all EMT’s, stand in front of an ambulance.

Josh Brannen/The Hartwell Sun - Russell Cooper (far left), Brandi Cooper (center left), Randall Dean Graham (center right), and Morgan Cooper (far right), all EMT’s, stand in front of an ambulance.

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Family full of EMT’s celebrates grandfather’s retirement, granddaughter’s initiation

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
By Josh Brannen Staff writer After 44 years of service for Hart County EMS veteran EMT retires. On Friday at the Hart County Agricultural Facility, a crowd of family and friends gathered to honor seasoned EMT, Randall Dean Graham in his retirement ceremony.