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Steve Coughlin and his band Probable Cause.

Steve Coughlin and his band Probable Cause.

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Hartwell musician signs with major record label

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Hartwell’s Steve Coughlin, an International Singer Songwriters Association (ISSA) nominated musical artist, took an unorthodox path to fame in the music business. “I was a police officer,” Coughlin said. “I was listening to the radio, and I said when I retire this is what I want to do.
Senator Jon Ossoff with representatives from Veterans of Foreign Wars in 2023.

Senator Jon Ossoff with representatives from Veterans of Foreign Wars in 2023.

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Ossoff bipartisan bill to help veterans in rural areas

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) has introduced a bipartisan bill with Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and John Thune (R-SD), which will help veterans in rural Georgia get to Veterans Affairs (VA) health facilities. This bill came on the heels of multiple other bills, including bipartisan efforts, Sen.
The Hart County Water and Sewer Authority met Feb. 19.

The Hart County Water and Sewer Authority met Feb. 19.

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Hart Water & Sewer to apply for $5 million loan

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Hart County Water and Sewer Authority (HCWSA) gathered for a meeting on Feb. 19. All members were present except Marvin Justice, who was called in by phone. After amending the agenda, approving it, and approving the Jan.
Hart County Commissioners Jeff Brown and Marshall Sayer speak before the Bowersville Town Council Feb. 15.

Hart County Commissioners Jeff Brown and Marshall Sayer speak before the Bowersville Town Council Feb. 15.

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Bowersville discusses one-way roads

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Town of Bowersville City Council gathered for their second regular meeting of 2024 on the evening of Feb. 15. The meeting was well-attended as the new leadership, sworn in Jan. 2, has encouraged Bowersville residents to come and make their concerns and suggestions known.
Photo by John Fornander

Photo by John Fornander

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Racket Dogs fall in season opener

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
The Hart County High School boys and girls tennis teams open up the season 0-1 after dropping all sets to a tough Oconee County team. The Racket Dogs opened up their 2024 campaign on the road as they traveled to Watkinsville on Feb. 7 to take on the Warriors of Oconee County.
Senior guard Dakota Phillips named as the Co-Player of the Year for Region 8-AAA by coaches within the region.

Senior guard Dakota Phillips named as the Co-Player of the Year for Region 8-AAA by coaches within the region.

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Five Lady Dogs earn All-Region honors

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Two seniors make the All-Region team, one senior and one junior were named as honorable mentions, and senior guard Dakota Phillips was tabbed as the Co-Player of the Year for Region 8-AAA.
Pictured is senior midfielder Luis Genchi as he scored the lone goal for the Dogs in the 9-1 loss against Elbert County on Feb. 9

Pictured is senior midfielder Luis Genchi as he scored the lone goal for the Dogs in the 9-1 loss against Elbert County on Feb. 9

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Dogs start 0-2 for the first time since 2017

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
After back-to-back losses to start the season, the Dogs will look to get back on track at home against Jasper County on Feb. 16. Hart opened up the season with a trip to the Granite Bowl to take on rival Elbert County on Feb. 9.
Pictured is junior forward Channing Segars as she scored a double hat trick against Rabun County in the 8-3 home win Feb. 13.

Pictured is junior forward Channing Segars as she scored a double hat trick against Rabun County in the 8-3 home win Feb. 13.

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Lady Dogs start season undefeated

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
The Lady Dogs are off to a hot start as they defeated Elbert County on the road and Rabun County at home. Hart traveled to the Granite Bowl to kick off their season against the Lady Devils of Elbert County Feb. 9.