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Photo From File J.C. Curry puts up a three-pointer against Sandy Creek on March 5, at Sandy Creek High School.

Photo From File J.C. Curry puts up a three-pointer against Sandy Creek on March 5, at Sandy Creek High School.

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Tough early schedule for Hart hoops team with state title hopes

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
After making the Final Four last year, the Hart County boys basketball team is looking to go deep into the post-season again this year. However, this year’s team will rely on a few great players, while last year’s team leaned on a plethora of seniors.
Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun Quarterback Austen Whitworth threads the ball between the outstretched arms of Ringgold linemen to Malachi Kelley in the team’s loss on Nov. 12.

Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun Quarterback Austen Whitworth threads the ball between the outstretched arms of Ringgold linemen to Malachi Kelley in the team’s loss on Nov. 12.

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Hart loses first round of state playoffs

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
It was a long drive home from Ringgold after the Bulldogs lost their first playoff game to Ringgold High School. The Hart County football team finished its 2021 season 7-3 after losing 30-21 to the now 10-1 Ringgold Tigers on Friday, Nov. 12.
Hart Co. vs. Ringgold.

Hart Co. vs. Ringgold.

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Bulldogs travel for first round of state

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
The Hart County Bulldogs will travel to Ringgold to play in the first round of the state AAA playoffs against the Ringgold Tigers this Friday. Ringgold is approximately 15 miles south of Chattannooga, Tenn. in the northeast corner of Georgia.
Annslee “Boo” Mitchell tags a runner out at second.

Annslee “Boo” Mitchell tags a runner out at second.

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Lady Diamond Dogs make All-Region list

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Despite a disappointing season, several Hart County softball players received all-region honors. Seniors Taikibrea “Red” Campbell and Annslee “Boo” Mitchell were named to the first-team all-region team, as well as sophomore Jazania Shealer.
The boys pose with their third place cup.

The boys pose with their third place cup.

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Cross Country team places 3rd in state

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
The Boys Cross Country team placed third in state at the GHSA State Cross Country Championships 2021. The teams travelled to Carrollton on Nov. 5 to compete against teams from across the state.
Malachi Kelley fights off a defender in the team’s loss to Monroe Area on Nov. 5.

Malachi Kelley fights off a defender in the team’s loss to Monroe Area on Nov. 5.

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Hart finishes 3rd in region after loss to Hurricanes

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
The Hart County Bulldogs took third in region after losing to Monroe Area 35-21 on the road. The Bulldogs lost to the Hurricanes after having the lead at halftime against the Hurricanes on Nov. 5.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Warm & Thankful coat drive underway in Hartwell

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
A local group for mothers is holding a coat drive and swap to keep children warm this winter. The Warm & Thankful Coat Drive/Coat Swap will be held Nov. 16 and 17 from 6 to 8:30 p.m at the Bowersville Community Center.
Fans of the Atlanta Braves fill the bar at Southern Hart Brewing in Hartwell on Tuesday night, watching the late innings of the Braves’ first World Series title in 26 years.

Fans of the Atlanta Braves fill the bar at Southern Hart Brewing in Hartwell on Tuesday night, watching the late innings of the Braves’ first World Series title in 26 years.

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Atlanta Braves capture World Series crown

News Staff
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
The Atlanta Braves won their first World Series since 1995 Tuesday night with a 7-0 victory over the Houston Astros. The Braves clinched a 4-2 series victory in Houston, with Jorge Soler earning series MVP.
Malachi Thomas takes a hand off against Georgia Tech on Saturday, Oct. 30.

Malachi Thomas takes a hand off against Georgia Tech on Saturday, Oct. 30.

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Bulldogs impress in college football

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Two former Bulldogs had impressive weekends for their college teams. Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas is fitting nicely into the role of the primary ball carrier in Blacksburg. The freshman carried the ball 25 times for 103 yards in Atlanta against Georgia Tech.