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Dan Bailey received his doctoral degree in theology in a ceremony Saturday at Abundant Life Baptist Church in Hartwell.

Dan Bailey received his doctoral degree in theology in a ceremony Saturday at Abundant Life Baptist Church in Hartwell.

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Preacher achieves 50-plus year goal to obtain doctorate

News Staff
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Dan Bailey was called to preach 51 years ago last month. “Ever since I have been called to preach, my one ultimate goal in my ministry, apart from preaching the gospel and winning souls to Jesus, was to be able to get a Doctor of Theology degree,” he said.
Photo by Scott Rodgerson

Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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Virginia men arrested after shooting incident on I-85

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
A pair of Virginia men were arrested in Hart County Tuesday afternoon following a BOLO alert from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office for an apparent road rage shooting incident that occurred on I-85 in South Carolina.
Above, (L-R) Lynn Smith and Diana Walter discuss Diana’s art during the Hartwell Art Center’s opening reception for ‘Awakenings’ May 5. Below, art patrons view the artwork in the show.

Above, (L-R) Lynn Smith and Diana Walter discuss Diana’s art during the Hartwell Art Center’s opening reception for ‘Awakenings’ May 5. Below, art patrons view the artwork in the show.

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Hartwell Art Center holds opening for ‘Awakenings’

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Art lovers gathered May 5 at the Hartwell Art Center for the opening reception of the gallery’s newest exhibit Awakenings. As part of the art center’s 2023 exhibit season, Awakenings has drawn a diverse range of artists from around the area.
Pictured during the ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ dance and shoe drive at North Hart Elementary School are event planners and organizers (L-R) Jessica Caparas, Elizabeth Rossi and Amber Palmer. The event gave dozens of shoes to local kids.

Pictured during the ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ dance and shoe drive at North Hart Elementary School are event planners and organizers (L-R) Jessica Caparas, Elizabeth Rossi and Amber Palmer. The event gave dozens of shoes to local kids.

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Event planners pump up kids with new kicks

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
A team of local event planners put their best foot forward on May 6 to sponsor an event geared toward elementary students in Hart County. Elizabeth Rossi of Lizzy & Co.
Third graders at North Hart Elementary showcased their economic marketplace at this year’s STEAM Showcase. Pictured are (L-R) Jamie Roberts, Lailan Carter, London Reagin, Brayden Shankle, Harrison Carter and Debbie Hughes.

Third graders at North Hart Elementary showcased their economic marketplace at this year’s STEAM Showcase. Pictured are (L-R) Jamie Roberts, Lailan Carter, London Reagin, Brayden Shankle, Harrison Carter and Debbie Hughes.

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Second STEAM Showcase highlights student projects

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
For the last two years, hundreds of students in the Hart County Charter System have prepared STEAM-based projects to share with the community at the annual STEAM Showcase.
Gumpsters creator Kim Herron displays how his “pay as you throw” receptacle is used. The Hart County Board of Commissioners is the first municipality to incorporate the solid waste disposal option.

Gumpsters creator Kim Herron displays how his “pay as you throw” receptacle is used. The Hart County Board of Commissioners is the first municipality to incorporate the solid waste disposal option.

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Gumpsters new option for county solid waste disposal

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
It started as a dream. But after the April 11 Hart County Board of Commissioners meeting, Kim Herron’s dream-turned-invention was even further made into a reality. His device known as a “Gumpster” was approved by the board to be installed for use by citizens and hosted on county property.
Worship leader Sherry Lewis is shown speaking at one of the services held during the first season of Water’s Edge Ministry at Lake Hartwell.

Worship leader Sherry Lewis is shown speaking at one of the services held during the first season of Water’s Edge Ministry at Lake Hartwell.

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Waters Edge Ministry to kick off second summer on Lake Hartwell

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
It’s almost time for the second season for Water’s Edge Ministry at Lake Hartwell. The summer season will kick off Memorial Day weekend with services held through Labor Day weekend (no service July 4 weekend). One change this year is that the service will begin at 9:30 a.m.
St. Andrew’s Grant to Hart County Senior Center was presented to Senior Center Activities Director Linda Campel and some of the participants in the senior center’s programs.

St. Andrew’s Grant to Hart County Senior Center was presented to Senior Center Activities Director Linda Campel and some of the participants in the senior center’s programs.

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St. Andrews awards grants to local organizations

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
To help fight the effects of poverty in Hart County, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church (579 Fairview Avenue  in Hartwell) awarded grants to  five local organizations. Golden K received $1500 to aid in the construction of ramps at the homes of disabled local residents.
Louise (left) and Sharon Bisso have worked together at Elsie Bee Originals since 2003. Sharon will celebrate Louise this Sunday for Mother’s Day.

Louise (left) and Sharon Bisso have worked together at Elsie Bee Originals since 2003. Sharon will celebrate Louise this Sunday for Mother’s Day.

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Bissos celebrate Mother’s Day

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
This Mother’s Day, The Hartwell Sun decided to highlight a mother-daughter duo within our community that has stood out over the years, and one which has bordered icon status.