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Hartwell’s Pre-4th Festival June 29 as seen from Bill Powell’s photography drone looking down W. Franklin St. from N. Forest Ave.

Hartwell’s Pre-4th Festival June 29 as seen from Bill Powell’s photography drone looking down W. Franklin St. from N. Forest Ave.

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Record-breaking Pre-4th featured local and regional artists

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Hartwell’s annual Pre-Fourth festival brings a haven of opportunities for local and regional artists, showcasing unique creations to suit every taste.
Photo by Tingey Injury Law Firm

Photo by Tingey Injury Law Firm

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Length of YSL trial may affect Oglesby’s trial

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Former District One Hart County Commissioner R.C. Oglesby’s attorney, Bruce Harvey, is currently engaged in the longest trial in Georgia’s history–not only pushing Oglesby’s trial further back, but also potentially having consequences on its outcome, a legal expert told The Sun.
Frances Bailey holding an older photo of herself.

Frances Bailey holding an older photo of herself.

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Frances Bailey is Loving Life

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Hart Countians may know Frances Bailey from her business, Frances’ Flowers, which she ran with her late husband, J.C. Bailey. What they may not know is the love story, and years of hard work, that planted the seeds for the flower shop.
The monthly blues jam at High Cotton Music Hall turned into a magical event. Caden Strother surprised his long-term girlfriend, Stephanie Brena, with a marriage proposal.

The monthly blues jam at High Cotton Music Hall turned into a magical event. Caden Strother surprised his long-term girlfriend, Stephanie Brena, with a marriage proposal.

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Surprise Proposal Adds Extra Spark to High Cotton’s Monthly Blues Jam

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
High Cotton was filled with incredible passion alongside surprising announcements for its monthly blues jam on June 15. Excited attendees gathered in the music hall on the warm Saturday night to watch music be made or to perform themselves.
Hart County Senior Sawyer Strickland receives a scholarship check from Kim Little at North Georgia Credit Union

Hart County Senior Sawyer Strickland receives a scholarship check from Kim Little at North Georgia Credit Union

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Strickland awarded North Georgia Credit Union Scholarship

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
North Georgia Credit Union (NGCU) recently announced the Hart County High School (HCHS) recipient of its annual scholarship program. Class of 2024 graduate Sawyer Strickland is this year’s recipient from HCHS.
Photo by Rachel Black

Photo by Rachel Black

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Accident causes car to roll over on Mt. Olivet Road

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
On Wednesday, June 12 at approximately 2:35 p.m. Hart County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), Hart County EMS, and Hart County Fire Department responded to a one-vehicle rollover on Mount Olivet Road. Georgia State Patrol (GSP) also arrived at the scene. A black Nissan Altima 2.
Photo by Adél Grőber

Photo by Adél Grőber

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Hart County cat tests positive for rabies

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Hart County Environmental Health Department was recently notified of a case of rabies in the local community. Last week, the Department was notified of a situation where a stray brown tabby cat, acting aggressive, scratched several people near the intersection of Reed Creek Hwy.
Photo by Scott Rodgerson

Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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Uncertainty still surrounds alleged hostage situation

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
The root cause of a June 11 series of events, concerning an alleged hostage situation that multiple law enforcement agencies looked into, is still unclear due to conflicting stories. The incident stemmed from another previous situation that day.