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Hartwell a finalist to hold Santa-themed fishing event

Dan Hunt
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
The City of Hartwell was notified this week that it has been selected as a top 5 finalist for a contest hosted by Berkley Fishing called “What does Santa do after Christmas?” If selected, Hartwell would host an initiative called “He goes fishing,” which answers the initial question.
The Hartwell First United Methodist Church Chancel Choir and Orchestra captivates concert goers on Sunday evening, Dec. 5 with its show, “Christmas Changes Everything.”

The Hartwell First United Methodist Church Chancel Choir and Orchestra captivates concert goers on Sunday evening, Dec. 5 with its show, “Christmas Changes Everything.”

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Hart Christmas season in full swing

News Staff
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Hart County had several Christmas events in the spirit of the holiday season this weekend that created opportunities for its citizens to give and receive.
A single-car accident, seen above, killed Jace Matthew Moorhead.

A single-car accident, seen above, killed Jace Matthew Moorhead.

Hartwell man killed in single-car crash

News Staff
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
A single vehicle fatality on Highway 368 (Anderson Highway) near Harmony Road in Elbert County claimed the life of a Hartwell man Tuesday afternoon. Jace Matthew Moorhead, 23, of Liberty Hill Church Road, was pronounced deceased on the scene by Elbert County Coroner Chuck Almond. Just before 4 p.
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Businesses lobby for loosening of alcohol restrictions

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Several businesses in Hartwell want less restrictions on alcohol and expressed their wishes at the Hartwell City council meeting. Scott Barfield, owner of Southern Hart Brewing Company, spoke in favor of Hartwell implementing the “mimosa law”, or Georgia Senate Bill 17, at the meeting on Dec. 6.
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Dickens elected as Atlanta mayor

News Staff
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
ATLANTA – Atlanta City Councilman Andre Dickens was elected the next mayor of Georgia’s capital city Tuesday, easily defeating City Council President Felicia Moore in a runoff. With 75% of the precincts reporting shortly after 11 p.m., Dickens led Moore 62% to 38%, according to unofficial results.
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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Nov. 23 •Hubert Manuel Pickens III, 42, of Hartwell, was arrested and charged with terroristic threats and acts.
Junior softball player Jakheera Burton, pictured seated right, reads Not Quite Snow White by Ashley Franklin while video production students, pictured left, in the Hart College and Career Academy film a “Books with Bulldogs” episode.

Junior softball player Jakheera Burton, pictured seated right, reads Not Quite Snow White by Ashley Franklin while video production students, pictured left, in the Hart College and Career Academy film a “Books with Bulldogs” episode.

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‘Books with Bulldogs’ connects students across grade levels

News Staff
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
For many kids, storytime is an opportunity for adventure through literature — and having someone they look up to, like a role model, to take them on that exploration makes the experience even more special.