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Polar Plunge to celebrate 30 years March 7

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Thursday, February 19, 2026
By Madison Linton news@thehartwellsun.com The Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence (NEGACDV) will hold its 30th annual Polar Bear Plunge and Winter Festival, the council’s largest fundraiser, on March 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gum Branch MEGA Ramp.
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Sold out chamber banquet Friday

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce’s 76th annual chamber awards gala will be attended by a sold out crowd Friday night.  President and CEO Amanda Brown announced the event was sold out as of Feb. 13. For those with tickets, the event is scheduled to run from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
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HCCT to hold 'Footloose' auditions

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Thursday, February 19, 2026
Submitted by Elizabeth Murphy  Hart County Community Theatre    Hart County Community Theatre will hold auditions for "Footloose: The Musical" Sunday, March 1 and Monday, March 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night.
Stan O’Bannon stands next to his works at the Hartwell Art Center. His exhibit will kick off with an opening reception tonight and will be open through March 21. Photo by Madison Linton.

Stan O’Bannon stands next to his works at the Hartwell Art Center. His exhibit will kick off with an opening reception tonight and will be open through March 21. Photo by Madison Linton.

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O'Bannon exhibit to open tonight

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Thursday, February 19, 2026
By Madison Linton news@thehartwellsun.com Retired Hart County firefighter, farmer and Georgia Watercolor Society member Stan O’Bannon is holding a reception for his “Brushes of the South, Through the Light of Water” exhibit tonight at the Hartwell Arts Center at 6 p.m.
Director Lani Sessoms speaks to a crowd of actors and actresses before the beginning of a rehearsal for "The Diary of Anne Frank." The show, which opens Feb. 27, is just one the theatre works to bring to life for the community. Photo by Madison Linton.

Director Lani Sessoms speaks to a crowd of actors and actresses before the beginning of a rehearsal for "The Diary of Anne Frank." The show, which opens Feb. 27, is just one the theatre works to bring to life for the community. Photo by Madison Linton.

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HCCT brings stories to life

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Thursday, February 19, 2026
By Madison Linton news@thehartwellsun.
Joann Thornton is finding joy as she continues loving life after the loss of her husband, Harry, a little over one year ago. Some of her joy is found fellowshipping with her fellow members at the Hart County Senior Center, where she used to serve as a driver. She now enjoys playing card games and the variety of activities at the center. Photo by Madison Linton.

Joann Thornton is finding joy as she continues loving life after the loss of her husband, Harry, a little over one year ago. Some of her joy is found fellowshipping with her fellow members at the Hart County Senior Center, where she used to serve as a driver. She now enjoys playing card games and the variety of activities at the center. Photo by Madison Linton.

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Joann Thornton is Loving Life

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Thursday, February 19, 2026
By Madison Linton news@thehartwellsun.com Joann Thornton’s happiest memories lie within the moments she spent with friends on buses as they went on trips – Florida, Myrtle Beach and the mountains were prime vacation spots. Before and not long after she met her husband, she traveled a lot.
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Creating ongoing discussions

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Following a joint called meeting Feb. 5, the Hartwell City Council and Hart County Board of Commissioners are set to continue discussing items related to traffic, a potential transportation special purpose local option sales tax and housing issues during a pair of called meetings.