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Todd J. White

Todd J. White

Local Marine gets promoted

In a momentous occasion that showcases the epitome of dedication and unwavering commitment to the United States Marine Corps, Todd J. White has been promoted to the rank of Limited Duty Officer (LDO) Lieutenant Colonel (Lt. Col.) Sept. 1, 2023, specializing as an ammunition officer.
Tyler Avant Carter was arrested in connection with a shooting at a party Oct. 22

Tyler Avant Carter was arrested in connection with a shooting at a party Oct. 22

Arrest made in Halloween party shooting

The Hart County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection to the Halloween party shooting Oct. 22 that sent three to the hospital. Nineteen year old Tyler Avant Carter of Hartwell was arrested Oct. 26 in connection to the shooting following a routine traffic stop. At approximately 4:30 p.
Georgia Council for the Arts

Georgia Council for the Arts

Hart County non-profits receive GCA Grant

The Hart Regional Arts Council and the Hart County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8076 highlight two of 87 non-profit organizations who have been awarded a 2024 Vibrant Communities and Cultural Facilities grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA).
Candidates address citizens at the Hart County Chamber forum

Candidates address citizens at the Hart County Chamber forum

Hart Chamber hosts council candidate forum

The Hart County Chamber of Commerce held a candidate forum Oct. 26 for city council candidates at the Hart County Library’s Adult Learning Center. The forum gave candidates a platform to express their views on the issues important to Hartwell voters and was moderated by chamber member Jerry McHan.
Pictured left is senior football player Trez Fouch as he shares his testimony.

Pictured left is senior football player Trez Fouch as he shares his testimony.

Hart County athletes lead Fields of Faith

Lake Hartwell FCA hosted over 400 people during its sixth annual student led event called Fields of Faith. Hundreds of students, athletes, and adults from the Hart County community gathered for a night of fellowship, worship, and prayer during Lake Hartwell FCA’s annual Fields of Faith event.
Photo by Joel Muniz

Photo by Joel Muniz

NE Georgia Food Bank hosts 10th annual Hunger Bowl

In an effort to raise vital resources to combat hunger, the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia is excited to announce the beginning of its 10th annual Hunger Bowl competition. The Hunger Bowl, which began Oct. 20 and runs through Nov.
HCCT’s Lani Sessions (left ) and Sarah Martell address retired educators

HCCT’s Lani Sessions (left ) and Sarah Martell address retired educators

Retired Educators host HCCT and Board of Elections staff

On Oct. 3, the Hart County Retired Educators Association (HCREA) welcomed speakers from the Hart County Community Theatre (HCCT) to discuss the activities of troupe of thespians.
Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Training and Resource Coordinator Kimberly Stewart-Lucas delivers a Find Help Georgia training at the 2023 Georgia Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect, held Sept. 14.

Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Training and Resource Coordinator Kimberly Stewart-Lucas delivers a Find Help Georgia training at the 2023 Georgia Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect, held Sept. 14.

Find Help Georgia Celebrates First Year of Connecting Georgians With Resources

ATLANTA — Just one year after its launch, Find Help Georgia has connected 25,679 people from across the state with financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, child care, job training and other free or reduced-cost services through its website and mobile app.
Photo by David Menidrey

Photo by David Menidrey

Halloween party shooting sends three to the hospital

The Hart County Sheriff’s Office and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is actively investigating a shooting that took place in the early morning hours of Oct. 22. At 1:24 a.m., deputies responded to a Halloween party at 1954 Nancy Hart School Road following reports of gunshots.