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Tyler Avant Carter

Tyler Avant Carter

Alleged threats at Wendy’s lead to high speed chase

An argument at Wendy’s resulted in a police chase through town and a wrecked vehicle. At approximately 5:41 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 16, Hartwell police responded to a report of a man locking himself in a room to avoid another man allegedly identified as Tyler Avant Carter, 17.
Kaylee Worley, 16, gives a thumbs up at Greenville Hospital hours after braving a racing accident at Lavonia Speedway on Saturday, Feb. 19.

Kaylee Worley, 16, gives a thumbs up at Greenville Hospital hours after braving a racing accident at Lavonia Speedway on Saturday, Feb. 19.

Teen survives race day wreck: Dad: ‘She was ready to get back in the car that night’

A scary accident at Lavonia Speedway involving a 16-year-old on Saturday, Feb. 19 thankfully ended without major injuries or tragedy. Kaylee Worley, 16, from Gaffney, SC was on the checkered flag lap when she passed out due to a medical issue, according to her father Seth Worley.
Photo credit: David von Diemar

Photo credit: David von Diemar

The Blotter

The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Feb. 1 •A woman was arrested and charged with battery. Feb. 2 •A man was arrested and charged with criminal trespassing and obstruction of an officer. Feb. 3 •Brandon Anthony Massey, 23, of New York, N.Y.
Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Hannah Jones, sets up ABii to read aloud to a group of students.

Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Hannah Jones, sets up ABii to read aloud to a group of students.

Robots engaging young students

Robots are attention grabbers. Students, and adults alike, are fascinated by them. They’re also quickly becoming a part of the ever-evolving technological landscape. But how could they help in the classroom?
Bill Powell - A picture from last year's low country boil.

Bill Powell - A picture from last year's low country boil.

Low Country Boil set for takeout Feb. 25

It’s that time again. The Tony Hilton Imagination Library Low Country Boil will be held Feb. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Ag Center on Bowman Highway. The boil is takeout only due to COVID precautions.
Photo credit: Sasun Bughdaryan

Photo credit: Sasun Bughdaryan

Legislative wrap up: week 3

Session was in full swing last week, with committees and subcommittees meeting to discuss issues that impact Georgians across our state.  Besides redistricting and the state budget, public safety and mental health are major issues facing the state.