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Freshman guard Jaycee Wiley scored a career high 13 points in the 77-12 home win versus Monroe Area.

Freshman guard Jaycee Wiley scored a career high 13 points in the 77-12 home win versus Monroe Area.

Lady Dogs three game win streak ends with blowout loss to Hebron

After two dominant offensive performances from the Lady Dogs, the No. 1 team in AAA returned the favor in the loss to Hebron Christian. Hart hosted the Lady Hurricanes of Monroe Area on Jan. 26 to begin the second half of region play.
Hartwell’s Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. received a EFSP grant from FEMA .

Hartwell’s Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. received a EFSP grant from FEMA .

Ninth District Opportunity awarded federal funds

Under the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP), Hart County was chosen to receive funding to assist many humanitarian aid food and shelter programs throughout the county. One of the selected programs was the Ninth District Opportunity, Inc., which assists low-income families.
Gavin Cheek to run Hartwell’s Edward Jones Office

Gavin Cheek to run Hartwell’s Edward Jones Office

Gavin Cheek takes over local Edward Jones branch office

Gavin Cheek has been named to take over the local Edward Jones office located at 37 E Franklin St. in Hartwell, the firm announced  recently. Cheek transferred to Hartwell from an Edward Jones office in Lavonia. Gavin Cheek has 6 years of experience as an Edward Jones financial advisor.
Polar Bear Plunge & Winter Festival

Polar Bear Plunge & Winter Festival

Polar Bear Plunge returns for the 28th consecutive year

A Lake Hartwell tradition has announced its intentions to return for the 28th straight year. The annual polar plunge and winter festival will be held Saturday, March 2 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Gum Branch Mega Ramp  just outside of town.
Scruggs

Scruggs

Hartwell man arrested after family violence incident

On Monday, Jan. 29, 26-year-old William Lamont Scruggs of Hartwell was arrested and charged with terroristic threats and acts, criminal damage to property, and obstruction. At approximately 10:03 a.m., Hart County Sheriff’s Office responded to a family violence incident.
Hart County High School senior Macy Robinson was selected to All-State Chorus which will perform at The Classic Center in Athens Feb. 15-17.

Hart County High School senior Macy Robinson was selected to All-State Chorus which will perform at The Classic Center in Athens Feb. 15-17.

Robinson an All-State Chorus performer

On the evening of Feb. 17, Hart County High School (HCHS) senior Macy Robinson will represent Hart County at the highly-esteemed All-State Chorus performances at the Classic Center in Athens.
The grand ball room at Cateechee was  packed to the gills Jan. 25 to hear from new owners Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers.

The grand ball room at Cateechee was packed to the gills Jan. 25 to hear from new owners Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers.

Cateechee welcomes new ownership

On Jan. 25, the community gathered in the ballroom at Cateechee for the Cateechee Vision Night. Many gathered to hear from the new owners, Tyler Cox and Justin Rogers. During the event, they talked about their plans for the future of Cateechee, including a ranch feel to what they have today.
Hart County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lindsey Ingle presents owner Eliza Banks of Banks Hollow with the Young Professional of the Year award Jan. 27 during the chamber’s awards gala.

Hart County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lindsey Ingle presents owner Eliza Banks of Banks Hollow with the Young Professional of the Year award Jan. 27 during the chamber’s awards gala.

Hart Chamber honors best in business

Heavy rains and flooding couldn’t damper the spirits of the Hart County Chamber of Commerce which held its annual awards banquet and Nancy Ball Jan. 27 at The Barn at White Oaks in Southwestern Hart County.