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The plot of land between Fairview Ave and Liberty Hill Road where the 650 subdivision complex is to be built.

The plot of land between Fairview Ave and Liberty Hill Road where the 650 subdivision complex is to be built.

Commissioners pull back in subdivision dispute: “The law does not allow us to say, ‘No, you cannot develop your property.’”

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
On Tuesday, Jan. 10, the Hart County Board of Commissioners conceded the struggle over the the city’s proposed annexation of the 274 acres situated between Fairview Avenue and Liberty Hill Road, which developers Kenny Whitworth and Brandt Bentley plan to turn into a subdivision.
Emergency vehicles were on site Tuesday night at the scene of a fatal accident.

Emergency vehicles were on site Tuesday night at the scene of a fatal accident.

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Hartwell pedestrian struck by vehicle, killed

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
A Hartwell man was killed after being struck by a car Tuesday night. Around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday night, Hartwell officers responded to a single vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on Slaton Avenue near Savannah Street in Hart County, before dispatch requested additional aid.
Photo credit: Insung Yoon

Photo credit: Insung Yoon

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# Throwback Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
1936: The following was published in The Hartwell Sun in January 1936. The author is not given: I asked the New Year, “What am I to do the whole year through?” The answer came: “Be True.” I asked again, “And what am I to say to those who pass my way?
Photo credit: David von Diemar

Photo credit: David von Diemar

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests:   •Tony Curry, 51, of Hartwell was arrested and charged with DUI, failure to register vehicle, and failure to stop for a stop sign. Dec. 29 •Ronderic Moore, 19, of Hartwell was arrested and charged with theft by stolen property.
Andrew Nicholas Berry, 34, of Bowman, was arrested by the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and charged with murder following a six hour manhunt after his girlfriend was found with multiple stab wounds on the morning of Dec. 31.

Andrew Nicholas Berry, 34, of Bowman, was arrested by the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and charged with murder following a six hour manhunt after his girlfriend was found with multiple stab wounds on the morning of Dec. 31.

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Bowman man charged with murder

News Staff
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
A Bowman man was arrested on murder charges after a six hour manhunt ensued for his whereabouts following a stabbing on New Year’s Eve that left his girlfriend dead. Andrew Nicholas Berry, 34, of 2859 Bowman Highway in Bowman was arrested Dec.
Photo credit: Tingey Injury Law Firm

Photo credit: Tingey Injury Law Firm

Commissioners draft letter to city threatening suit

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
On Thursday, Dec. 29, the Hart County Board of Commissioners scheduled a called meeting for an executive session, which led to the unanimous decision by the board to formally write a letter of negotiation with the city council to “restart the process” of arbitration.
Photo credit: Insung Yoon

Photo credit: Insung Yoon

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# Throwback Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
1963: After defeating the Crescent Lady Tigers of Iva, South Carolina, the Hart County Lady Dogs captured their 69th consecutive regular season win without a defeat. Wanda Reynolds led the team with 33 points with Wanda’s sister Peggy Reynolds scoring 11 points in the victory of the Lady Tigers.