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Bill Hogan of Hartwell has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Northeast Georgia Bank

Bill Hogan of Hartwell has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Northeast Georgia Bank

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Hartwell’s Hogan named CEO of Northeast Georgia Bank

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
LAVONIA – Northeast Georgia Bank has announced promotions to three senior leadership positions. Bill Hogan has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer, Lee Vaughn to President and Rick Tatum as Senior Credit Officer.
Grayson Williams makes a cannonball during the 28th Polar Plunge March 2 at Lake Hartwell. Williams and Mike Baier represented the Hartwell Rotary club while Hart County EMT Jason Hailey looks on. Photo by Holly and Honeysuckle Co.

Grayson Williams makes a cannonball during the 28th Polar Plunge March 2 at Lake Hartwell. Williams and Mike Baier represented the Hartwell Rotary club while Hart County EMT Jason Hailey looks on. Photo by Holly and Honeysuckle Co.

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Hart County takes the plunge

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
On March 2, the Hart County community gathered at the Gum Branch Mega ramp on the shores of Lake Hartwell for the 28 annual Polar Plunge. All tolled, 21 brave souls tested the cold waters of the lake to help raise money for a wonderful cause: the Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence.
The mausoleum inside the Nancy Hart Memorial Park.On Jan. 16, the Board of Cemeterians officially issued an emergency order for the park to cease and desist their violations of the Georgia Cemetery and Funeral Services Act of 2000. The Secretary of State “determined it is in the public interest to issue this Emergency Order.”

The mausoleum inside the Nancy Hart Memorial Park.On Jan. 16, the Board of Cemeterians officially issued an emergency order for the park to cease and desist their violations of the Georgia Cemetery and Funeral Services Act of 2000. The Secretary of State “determined it is in the public interest to issue this Emergency Order.”

Nancy Hart Memorial Park issued penalties

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
In December, The Sun reported on the State of Georgia continuing to consider placing Nancy Hart Memorial Park (NHMP) in its receivership. Since then, the Secretary of State’s Board of Cemeterians has steadily continued their investigation and new details have emerged.
Downtown Development Authority and Hartwell Main Street Director Jason Ford discusses annexation at the city council meeting March 4.

Downtown Development Authority and Hartwell Main Street Director Jason Ford discusses annexation at the city council meeting March 4.

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Council discusses annexation parcel

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Hartwell City Council met March 4 for a succinct meeting, with all members present but Councilman Dan Leard. Prominent topics included the annexation parcel recently discussed at both city council and Board of Commissioners (BOC) meetings, and “urban camping.
Photo by John Fornander

Photo by John Fornander

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Racket Dogs pick up first win of the season

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The Racket Dogs captured their first win of the season over Barrow Arts & Science. Hart competed in their first non-region match of the season as they hosted Barrow Arts & Science on Feb. 23.
Freshman pitcher Landry Carter pitched a no hit third inning in the 15-3 home loss to Washington-Wilkes on Feb. 27.

Freshman pitcher Landry Carter pitched a no hit third inning in the 15-3 home loss to Washington-Wilkes on Feb. 27.

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Diamond Dogs on three game skid

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
After starting the season 3-0, the Diamond Dogs have hit a bump in the road as they have dropped three straight. Hart began their south Georgia tour with a trip to Bleckley County on Feb. 21.
Junior midfielder Piper Phillips looks to move the ball up the right wing during the 5-3 home loss to the Lady Indians of Towns County on Feb. 27.

Junior midfielder Piper Phillips looks to move the ball up the right wing during the 5-3 home loss to the Lady Indians of Towns County on Feb. 27.

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Lady Dogs drop back-to-back games after starting 4-0

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
After starting the season undefeated, the Lady Dogs dropped back-to-back games. Hart traveled to Lexington to take on the Lady Patriots of Oglethorpe County on Feb. 23. The Lady Dogs got off to a good start after opening up the game with a goal from junior midfielder Teague Pierce.
Pictured is sophomore midfielder Trey Mantooth looks to cross the ball into the 18-yard box.

Pictured is sophomore midfielder Trey Mantooth looks to cross the ball into the 18-yard box.

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Dogs even their record with a win over Towns County

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
After falling to Oglethorpe County on the road, the Dogs responded with a shutout win against Towns County at home. Hart traveled to Lexington to take on the Patriots of Oglethorpe County on Feb. 23. The Dogs got out to an early lead as sophomore midfielder Will Bell netted home the opening goal.
Senior forward Alexis Walker drains a three from the Ensley-McCurley Court logo in the 48-40 win over Dawson County.

Senior forward Alexis Walker drains a three from the Ensley-McCurley Court logo in the 48-40 win over Dawson County.

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Lady Dogs eliminated in Elite Eight

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The Lady Dogs season ends with a loss on the road in the Elite Eight. With Dawson County upsetting Adairsville in the first round of the state playoffs, it set up the first round playoff rematch from a year ago as Hart hosted the Lady Tigers of Dawson County on Feb. 23.
Junior guard Andrew Maxwell slams it home in the final minutes of the 80-45 home win over the Panthers of Carver-Atlanta in first round of the state playoffs on Feb. 21.

Junior guard Andrew Maxwell slams it home in the final minutes of the 80-45 home win over the Panthers of Carver-Atlanta in first round of the state playoffs on Feb. 21.

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Dogs slam their way into the Elite Eight for second straight year

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
From a blowout win to a nail biting win, the Dogs are advancing to the Elite Eight for the second straight year. Hart hosted the Panthers of Carver [Atlanta] on Feb. 21. The Dogs got off to their best start of the season as they led at the end of the first quarter, 22-6.