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District 33 Georgia House Rep. incumbent Alan Powell.

District 33 Georgia House Rep. incumbent Alan Powell.

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Candidates for District 33 voice platforms

News Staff
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Candidates for the District 33 seat in the Georgia House of Representatives spoke Saturday at a forum at Franklin Springs City Hall. Incumbent Alan Powell and challenger Dylan Purcell spoke at the forum sponsored by the Franklin County Republican Party.
Photo submitted: Pictured above are Alan Powell and the two newest members of the HCPOA Board, Lowell Macher and Ann Ayers.

Photo submitted: Pictured above are Alan Powell and the two newest members of the HCPOA Board, Lowell Macher and Ann Ayers.

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Property Owners host state rep

News Staff
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Submitted info: Hart County Property Owners Association hosted Alan Powell, state representative, as the featured  speaker at the April meeting.  Powell recounted the significant events and issues from the recently completed legislative session.
Pictured are the Hart County Education Foundation Board of Directors and academic coaches, from left to right, Jason Ford, Augusta Murphy, Helene Brown, Wyndee McKinnon, Stephanie Walker, Susan Carman, Susan Hotchkiss, Jessica Seawright, Claudette Gillespie, Bobbie Busha, and Grayson Williams.

Pictured are the Hart County Education Foundation Board of Directors and academic coaches, from left to right, Jason Ford, Augusta Murphy, Helene Brown, Wyndee McKinnon, Stephanie Walker, Susan Carman, Susan Hotchkiss, Jessica Seawright, Claudette Gillespie, Bobbie Busha, and Grayson Williams.

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REACH celebrates first grad class

News Staff
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
The Hart County Education Foundation celebrated the first class of graduating REACH Hart scholars with a barbecue on Thursday, April 28, at the Agriscience Center.
Hart County Clerk of Court Frankie Gray stands proudly with his award inside his office.

Hart County Clerk of Court Frankie Gray stands proudly with his award inside his office.

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Gray named Clerk of the Year

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Hart County Clerk of Superior Court Frankie Gray was recently honored as the 10th District Superior Court Clerk of the Year by his peers. The honor was voted on by the other 26 clerks in the district. Gray received a plaque to honor the achievement at a special training last week in St.
Hart County Chamber of Commerce members and other business leaders meet at BW Threads for its ribbon cutting April 28.

Hart County Chamber of Commerce members and other business leaders meet at BW Threads for its ribbon cutting April 28.

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City welcomes BW Threads

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
A new clothing store opened its doors in downtown Hartwell. BW Threads held its ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, April 28. The boutique clothing store offers clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and children. The store is located at 150 W. Franklin St.
Local medium Chip Pettys said he heard chickens clucking at the above Hart County site which was formerly an eggery.

Local medium Chip Pettys said he heard chickens clucking at the above Hart County site which was formerly an eggery.

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Medium founds ‘Hartwell Paranormal Society’

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Hart County is a hot spot for paranormal activity, according to a local medium. Chip Pettys created the Facebook group Hartwell Paranormal Society for those in the area to share their experience and seek help with the supernatural if needed.
Photo credit: Tierra Mallorca

Photo credit: Tierra Mallorca

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Realty publication ranks Lake Hartwell top lake

News Staff
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Lake Homes Realty has listed Lake Hartwell as the No. 1 lake in the areas it serves. The top 10 list is based on page-views received at LakeHomes.com, and the data, collected between Jan. 1 and Dec.
A current look at Railroad Street Park, which will host its first major community event next weekend.

A current look at Railroad Street Park, which will host its first major community event next weekend.

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‘A Night at the Park': Railroad Street to host first major event

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Every year, the Leadership Hart class is tasked with organizing an event or opportunity for community good. This year’s undertaking is “A Night at the Park” scheduled for May 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. — Railroad Street Park’s first true community event.