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Georgia Power's Kevin McCraney (right) presents a donation to Hart County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Amanda Brown (left) to fund the first year of a Georgia Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurial X-Perience (FLEX) Program at the Hart County College and Career Academy. Photo submitted by the Hart County Chamber of Commerce.

Georgia Power's Kevin McCraney (right) presents a donation to Hart County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Amanda Brown (left) to fund the first year of a Georgia Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurial X-Perience (FLEX) Program at the Hart County College and Career Academy. Photo submitted by the Hart County Chamber of Commerce.

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Georgia Power donation brings new FLEX Student Entrepreneurship Program

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
Submitted by Amanda Brown- Hart County Chamber of Commerce The Hart County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a recent investment from Georgia Power that will fully fund the first year of the Georgia Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurial X-Perience (FLEX) Program at the Hart County...
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Photo contest open for Lake Living magazine

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
By Kimberly Brown- CNI News Service Right now, it’s cold and icy in Northeast Georgia, but spring will be here soon. With warmer weather will come plans for boating, fishing, hiking and more at one of our area lakes. Lake Living magazine is looking for photos that represent springtime at the lake.
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County to pen letter to state on proposed tax bills

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
By Rose Scoggins  editor@thehartwellsun.com and Ty Tagami, Bureau Chief Capitol Beat News Service A letter is being penned on behalf of the Hart County Board of Commissioners to express concerns about the Georgia General Assembly's proposed bills regarding property tax elimination.
Historian Loretta King's Black History Month exhibit is open at the Hartwell Art Center through Feb. 15. A celebration reception will be held tonight at 6 p.m. Photo by Madison Linton.

Historian Loretta King's Black History Month exhibit is open at the Hartwell Art Center through Feb. 15. A celebration reception will be held tonight at 6 p.m. Photo by Madison Linton.

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Black History reception tonight

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
By Madison Linton- Lead news reporter Hartwell historian and Bell Family YMCA receptionist Loretta King is holding a celebration reception for her Black History Month exhibit at the Hartwell Art Center tonight at 6 p.m.  The exhibit, which opened on Feb. 10 and continues until Feb.
Joyce and Mike Wright are celebrating 58 years of marriage this year, and are still rooted in love, even despite all of life's obstacles. Photo submitted by Kerilee Pruitt.

Joyce and Mike Wright are celebrating 58 years of marriage this year, and are still rooted in love, even despite all of life's obstacles. Photo submitted by Kerilee Pruitt.

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Loving through life's obstacles: The Wrights

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
By Madison Linton- Lead news reporter Nearly 60 years ago, Joyce and Mike Wright snuck off to the Hart County courthouse to get married.  The only catch was that Joyce was only 17-years-old, meaning her father had to give his permission to give her away.
Brenda Spears, with her dog, Petey, remembers the life of her late husband, Buddy, through their mutual love of pottery and antiques. Photo by Madison Linton.

Brenda Spears, with her dog, Petey, remembers the life of her late husband, Buddy, through their mutual love of pottery and antiques. Photo by Madison Linton.

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Loving through life's obstacles: Brenda Spears

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
By Madison Linton- Lead news reporter Brenda Spears went with her late husband William “Buddy” Spears to the antique store every Saturday morning. In the early 1990s, the couple began collecting Blue Ridge Pottery dinnerware, known for its vibrant and unique designs.
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School system earns 100 percent CTAE pathway graduation rate

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
Submitted by Grayson Williams Hart County Charter System The Hart County Charter System is excited to announce that Hart County High School has earned a 100 percent graduation rate for the Class of 2025 among students who completed a Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) pathway,...
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York re-elected to board of directors

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
Submitted by Jessica Bassett AgGeorgia Farm Credit AgGeorgia Farm Credit is pleased to announce the re-election of Patti York of Hart County to its Board of Directors.
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Applications now open for local internships for UGA students

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
Submitted by Rosanna Cruz-Bibb and Taylor West Archway Partnership University of Georgia  The University of Georgia’s Archway Partnership is now accepting applications for the Look Ahead Georgia internship program, which offers paid internship opportunities for University of Georgia students in...