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Bobby Fleming (left) was appointed to the Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District

Bobby Fleming (left) was appointed to the Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District

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Bobby Fleming appointed to Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Bobby Fleming of Hull, Ga was appointed on December 10, 2023 to represent Hart County on the Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). He will serve the Conservation District for a two-year term beginning December 10, 2023.
Hartwell’s First Baptist Church at 165.

Hartwell’s First Baptist Church at 165.

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165 years later, Hartwell First Baptist is still growing

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
  Since its founding in 1859, First Baptist Church of Hartwell has been an essential part of the city’s fabric. In 2024, the house of worship continues to grow and adapt with the changing times, while remaining a source of spiritual consistency for its longtime congregation members.
Photo by David Von Diemar

Photo by David Von Diemar

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Police investigate Royston shooting

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
ROYSTON – Local law enforcement agencies continue to search for a suspect who was the subject of a manhunt in Royston Saturday after gunshots at the scene of a complaint.
On Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to a massive crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Rd. and Liberty HIll Church Rd.

On Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to a massive crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Rd. and Liberty HIll Church Rd.

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Report provides details to Jan. 16 crash

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
A report from Georgia State Patrol Post 52 Hartwell, which became available after press time Jan. 17, revealed supplementary details to the Jan. 16 crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Road and Liberty Hill School Road. The Sun reported Jan.
From left to right: Joyce Rumsey, Matthew Butler, Alicia Barnett (new council members), Mayor John Smith, attorney Matt Easom, town clerk Mary Dowell, former town clerk Elaine Evans

From left to right: Joyce Rumsey, Matthew Butler, Alicia Barnett (new council members), Mayor John Smith, attorney Matt Easom, town clerk Mary Dowell, former town clerk Elaine Evans

Bowersville voids intergovernmental agreement

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Town of Bowersville City Council’s Jan. 18 meeting was not only the first of the new year, but the first with the newly-elected leadership sworn in Jan 2. Mayor John Smith, councilwoman Alicia Barnett, councilwoman Joyce Rumsey, and councilman Matthew Butler implemented notable changes.
Nancy Evans speaks to the Board of Commissioners during public comment Jan. 23.

Nancy Evans speaks to the Board of Commissioners during public comment Jan. 23.

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Commission addresses road concerns

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Hart County Board of Commissioners (BOC) met on the evening of Jan. 23 for a quick meeting, voting on a number of agenda items before hearing from a concerned county resident about roads around her home. The BOC amended the agenda, approved the Jan.
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NEGA Animal Shelter selling discount cards as fundraiser

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
LAVONIA – The Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter has its 2023-24 discount cards available. Cards are $10 and give the owner discounts and special offers from a variety of businesses. Cards are available for Franklin and Hart counties.
County commissioners reviewed the fire service areas and their ratings Jan. 9

County commissioners reviewed the fire service areas and their ratings Jan. 9

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Hart’s Insurance Services Office rating rises

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
At the Board of Commissioners meeting Jan. 9, county administrator Terrell Partain reviewed the fire service areas and their ratings according to an Insurance Services Office (ISO) inspection.
On Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to a massive crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Rd. and Liberty HIll Church Rd.

On Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to a massive crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Rd. and Liberty HIll Church Rd.

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Wreck on Nancy Hart School Rd. leaves one injured

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Around 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol (GSP) Troopers from Post 52 Hart and the Hart County Sheriff’s Office responded to a wreck off Elberton Highway, on Nancy Hart School Road. Two vehicles had crashed at the intersection of Liberty Hill Church Road and Nancy Hart School Road.