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Photo credit: David von Diemar

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office made the following arrests:   Aug. 30 •A woman was arrested and charged with criminal trespassing and giving false information. Aug.
Hart County EMS worker David Pruitt entertains a crowd at Fender’s Alley in Cornelia.

Hart County EMS worker David Pruitt entertains a crowd at Fender’s Alley in Cornelia.

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Saving and singing: Pruitt impacts lives in many ways

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
There are real emergencies in life, and often, people do not know that a crisis is on the horizon. There is a “special breed” of people to respond to those moments of need and they’re simply known as EMS [Emergency Medical Services]. Saving lives is their calling.
Emily Thompson holds a copy of "Once in a Lifetime," a children's book she authored in memory of her late best friend, Stevie Bruce.

Emily Thompson holds a copy of "Once in a Lifetime," a children's book she authored in memory of her late best friend, Stevie Bruce.

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Hartwell woman authors children’s book about late friend

Dan Hunt
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
People grieve over loved ones in different ways and self expression through writing is certainly one way for some. By recently publishing a children’s book about her late best friend, Hartwell resident Emily Thompson took that coping mechanism to another level.
College Board National Recognition: HCHS students who are College Board National Program awardees, pictured from left to right, are Huong Pham, Cassidy Gaines, and Isabella Chitwood.

College Board National Recognition: HCHS students who are College Board National Program awardees, pictured from left to right, are Huong Pham, Cassidy Gaines, and Isabella Chitwood.

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Hart County High School students awarded national academic honors

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Last week, Hart County High School recognized multiple students who received national academic awards this year. Six AP Scholars and three College Board National Recognition Program awardees were recognized by Principal Kevin Gaines on Aug. 31.
Weekend of Hart promotional picture featuring their 9/11 memorial tribute.

Weekend of Hart promotional picture featuring their 9/11 memorial tribute.

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‘Weekend of Hart’ set for Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Thursday edit:   Most of the Weekend of Hart activities have been postponed due to the forecasted flooding rain this weekend. Weekend of Hart will be moved to the following Saturday, Sept. 17. Direct any questioning to information@harthabitat.org. In addition, the 5K will be all virtual.
Photo credit: Insung Yoon

Photo credit: Insung Yoon

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# Throwback Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
1880: Hart County’s professor Looney put out an invitation to the community of Hart County to invite them to the opening lecture of the school year, which was located at the First United Methodist Church in downtown Hartwell.
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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests:   Aug. 17 •A man was arrested and charged with false report of a crime and unlawful conduct during a 911 call.