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Competing for the crown

News Staff
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
The Miss Hart County High School Pageant is set for Saturday, February 10 at the Lonnie Burns Fine Arts Center. The pageant begins at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $10 at the door, or in advance through GoFan!
Kyle Whalen speaking before the Board of Commissioners on Monday evening.

Kyle Whalen speaking before the Board of Commissioners on Monday evening.

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Board of Commissioners hear appeal

News Staff
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
On the evening of Feb. 5, the Board of Commissioners called a meeting for an appeal hearing concerning a Recreation Advisory Board (RAB) decision made last autumn. The Commissioners began the lengthy meeting by amending the agenda, adding several items to be addressed after the RAB appeal hearing.
Pictured is junior forward Channing Segars looks to top her 33 goals from a season ago.

Pictured is junior forward Channing Segars looks to top her 33 goals from a season ago.

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Soccer Dogs have big aspirations for the 2024 season

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
After the boys went to the playoffs and fell in the first round, and the girls fell just a game shy of the playoffs, the Soccer Dogs have high expectations entering the 2024 season.
Hartwell’s Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. received a EFSP grant from FEMA .

Hartwell’s Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. received a EFSP grant from FEMA .

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Ninth District Opportunity awarded federal funds

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Under the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP), Hart County was chosen to receive funding to assist many humanitarian aid food and shelter programs throughout the county. One of the selected programs was the Ninth District Opportunity, Inc., which assists low-income families.
Gavin Cheek to run Hartwell’s Edward Jones Office

Gavin Cheek to run Hartwell’s Edward Jones Office

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Gavin Cheek takes over local Edward Jones branch office

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Gavin Cheek has been named to take over the local Edward Jones office located at 37 E Franklin St. in Hartwell, the firm announced  recently. Cheek transferred to Hartwell from an Edward Jones office in Lavonia. Gavin Cheek has 6 years of experience as an Edward Jones financial advisor.
Polar Bear Plunge & Winter Festival

Polar Bear Plunge & Winter Festival

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Polar Bear Plunge returns for the 28th consecutive year

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
A Lake Hartwell tradition has announced its intentions to return for the 28th straight year. The annual polar plunge and winter festival will be held Saturday, March 2 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Gum Branch Mega Ramp  just outside of town.
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Hartwell man arrested after family violence incident

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
On Monday, Jan. 29, 26-year-old William Lamont Scruggs of Hartwell was arrested and charged with terroristic threats and acts, criminal damage to property, and obstruction. At approximately 10:03 a.m., Hart County Sheriff’s Office responded to a family violence incident.
Hart County High School senior Macy Robinson was selected to All-State Chorus which will perform at The Classic Center in Athens Feb. 15-17.

Hart County High School senior Macy Robinson was selected to All-State Chorus which will perform at The Classic Center in Athens Feb. 15-17.

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Robinson an All-State Chorus performer

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
On the evening of Feb. 17, Hart County High School (HCHS) senior Macy Robinson will represent Hart County at the highly-esteemed All-State Chorus performances at the Classic Center in Athens.
The grand ball room at Cateechee was packed to the gills Jan. 25 to hear from new owners Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers.

The grand ball room at Cateechee was packed to the gills Jan. 25 to hear from new owners Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers.

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Cateechee welcomes new ownership

News Staff
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
On Jan. 25, the community gathered in the ballroom at Cateechee for the Cateechee Vision Night. Many gathered to hear from the new owners, Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers. During the event, they talked about their plans for the future of Cateechee, including a ranch feel to what they have today.