Let’s not rush to a bypass decision

In the coming weeks, discussions will likely pick up among Hart County and City of Hartwell officials regarding the possible construction of a bypass around Hartwell.

Were you weaned on a dill pickle?

Henry Ford believed that, whether you thought you could or couldn’t, you were usually right.  The automotive icon was right, too. Everything we do—or don’t do—is tied to our attitude. You’ve seen it.  There are folks who are absolutely unsinkable, despite the circumstances.

City, county need cohesion, communication

Collaboration is key. That is why we at The Sun are urging the Hart County Board of Commissioners and the Hartwell City Council to collaborate on issues pertaining to the growth of our community.

Pete Craft was a loyal friend

A cardboard box. A practical joke. A shared laugh. That’s how our friendship began more than a quarter-century ago. Our family was looking for a weekend playground.

We can all help to fight child abuse

Child Abuse Prevention month should, as was the intention when it was founded in the 80’s by a national proclamation, encourage each local community to reflect upon what it is doing to combat the problem.

Together is better

We may never have that one, post-pandemic moment where we come together in celebration after months apart — like V.E. Day after the second World War. The normalcy is creeping back into our lives gradually  but there’s a growing buzz in Hart County, especially the past couple weekends.

A test of patience and persistence

On Christmas Eve 1981, he was hiding in the azaleas and peeking through the blinds of our dining room window. Who? Satan himself. And I am sure that he was laughing, as I was buying my ticket to Hades. But before it was too late, better judgment rescued me. I stopped fuming and called 911: Big Dink.

Help trash the litter problem

The last thing anyone wants to see on their way to the lake is swaths of trash littering the roads.

The Blotter

The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: March 23 • James Winfield Jones Jr., 36, 131 Eagle Heights Road, Canon, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault, battery (family violence) and third-degree cruelty to children. • Tosha Marie Franks, 36, 2505 Danielsville...

Georgia Environmental Hall of Shame nominees?

Looking around distant corners can be iffy, but we can rely on an old adage: “The past is a good predictor of the future.” As expected, 2021’s General Assembly was a game of political hopscotch. Two steps forward and one step back. Or vice versa.