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Photo by Alexandre Debiève

Photo by Alexandre Debiève

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Granting school network upgrades

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Charter System’s internet networking infrastructure will be getting an upgrade, with a focus on improving “day-to-day use” in classrooms.
Dean and Faire Teasley have been married for the past 60 years after falling in love at first sight.

Dean and Faire Teasley have been married for the past 60 years after falling in love at first sight.

Love at first sight and for the last 60 years

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
C.S. Lewis said that “to love is to be vulnerable” and for 60 years Dean, 83, and Faire Teasley, 78, have lived together in Lewis’ axiom steadfastly in marriage. Dean and Faire met each other through Dean’s first cousin and best friend, who Faire was dating at the time.
Hart County Sheriff Mike Cleveland (left) and Capt. Chris Carroll stand with the seized “Jail Break Hell Cat” Dodge Challenger, drugs and weapons.

Hart County Sheriff Mike Cleveland (left) and Capt. Chris Carroll stand with the seized “Jail Break Hell Cat” Dodge Challenger, drugs and weapons.

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Bond hearings held for Jan. 17 gang arrests

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Bond hearings were held for six individuals arrested in connection to a drug sting operation conducted by the Hart County Sheriff’s Office; two arrestees were denied bond. Bryson De’Mone Jordan Jr.
New York Times bestselling author John Cribb (left) signs a copy of his latest book, “The Rail Splitter” for Gwen Walters (right), of Hartwell, during a book signing and talk at the Hart County Library Jan. 26.

New York Times bestselling author John Cribb (left) signs a copy of his latest book, “The Rail Splitter” for Gwen Walters (right), of Hartwell, during a book signing and talk at the Hart County Library Jan. 26.

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Library hosts NYT bestseller

News Staff
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
The Hart County Library hosted New York Times bestselling author, John Cribb, on Jan. 26 to talk about his new book, “The Rail Splitter,” which was released in 2022.
Photo credit: Ricardo Gomez Angel

Photo credit: Ricardo Gomez Angel

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Rome revitalization committee crafted

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
On Feb. 4, the Hart County Library hosted a community discussion with Rome residents and community leaders about the revitalization efforts currently underway through the federal grant money that was awarded to the city of Hartwell to restore the historic Rome community.
Photo credit: Adam Wilson

Photo credit: Adam Wilson

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Liquor stores?

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
On Monday, the Hartwell City Council heard arguments from city residents stating their cases for or against liquor stores being established within city limits. The council also discussed and voted on a water and sewer tap fee increase for incoming homes and buildings.