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Vivian Fargason, daughter of publisher Patrick Fargason, is a bona fide ag expo critic.

Vivian Fargason, daughter of publisher Patrick Fargason, is a bona fide ag expo critic.

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Critics say: ‘best ag expo ever!’

Patrick Fargason - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
When my daughter Vivian entered middle school last fall, it was the perfect time for her old man to impart some wisdom. “You’re entering the big leagues now, dear,” I told her. “Now’s the time when your grades truly begin to count.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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The 12th man showed out

News Staff
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
What an unbelievable way for the Dogs to start their season last week with a 17-7 win over our rival, the Elbert County Blue Devils. It marked Hart County’s first win in the Granite Bowl since 2014 in a 19-7 win.
The bar area at Whispering Irons at Cateechee Ranch, which is open to the public with no extra fee.

The bar area at Whispering Irons at Cateechee Ranch, which is open to the public with no extra fee.

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Cateechee’s restaurant open to public, no extra charge

Rachel Black - Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
When Cateechee Ranch’s new ownership closed on the property Feb. 9, owner and CEO Tyler Cox stated that reopening its restaurant was a top priority. Now, the restaurant is open to serve members and non-members alike--and Cox is especially looking forward to welcoming the public.
Hart County Sheriff Deputies arrested 19-year-old Christian Levi Timms of Belton, S.C. in connection to a drive-by shooting on Lavonia Highway.

Hart County Sheriff Deputies arrested 19-year-old Christian Levi Timms of Belton, S.C. in connection to a drive-by shooting on Lavonia Highway.

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Deputies arrest SC man after drive-by shooting

Rachel Black - Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
A South Carolina man is in custody after a Aug. 19 drive-by shooting on Lavonia Highway. According to Captain Chris Carroll of Hart County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), around 10 p.m. that night, a vehicle pulled into a residence’s driveway and fired multiple shots.
Pictured above: A 1936 Massey-Harris Mustang tractor, owned by Jerry and Tammy Anderson, took home two awards for the oldest tractor and best restored tractor during the 2024 Northeast Georgia Ag Expo.

Pictured above: A 1936 Massey-Harris Mustang tractor, owned by Jerry and Tammy Anderson, took home two awards for the oldest tractor and best restored tractor during the 2024 Northeast Georgia Ag Expo.

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Expo features the best of Hart County agriculture

Patrick Fargason - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Hart County’s agricultural community was front and center last Saturday during the Northeast Georgia Ag Expo at the Hart County Agriscience Center.
Taken around 1950, a year after receiving its charter, are the founding members of the Hartwell Kiwanis Club. The club will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Aug. 29 at Casa Grande.

Taken around 1950, a year after receiving its charter, are the founding members of the Hartwell Kiwanis Club. The club will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Aug. 29 at Casa Grande.

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Hartwell Kiwanis to celebrate diamond anniversary

Patrick Fargason - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
The lead story of The Hartwell Sun on  Aug. 26, 1949 broke the news: Local Kiwanis Club given its charter. On a rain soaked Aug. 22 at the old Nancy Hart hotel, Hartwell’s Kiwanis Club received its charter from Kiwanis International, and welcomed guests from two states in celebration of the event.