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Picture taken in 2023 shows Lake Hartwell in a level two drought

Picture taken in 2023 shows Lake Hartwell in a level two drought

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Hartwell, Russell, Thurmond Lakes no longer in drought level 2 operations

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
SAVANNAH, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, announces Hartwell, Richard B. Russell and J. Strom Thurmond Lakes have come out of drought level 2 and are now back in drought level 1 operations due to the recent rain over the Savannah River System Basin.
Bobby Fleming (left) was appointed to the Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District

Bobby Fleming (left) was appointed to the Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District

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Bobby Fleming appointed to Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Bobby Fleming of Hull, Ga was appointed on December 10, 2023 to represent Hart County on the Broad River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). He will serve the Conservation District for a two-year term beginning December 10, 2023.
Hartwell’s First Baptist Church at 165.

Hartwell’s First Baptist Church at 165.

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165 years later, Hartwell First Baptist is still growing

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
  Since its founding in 1859, First Baptist Church of Hartwell has been an essential part of the city’s fabric. In 2024, the house of worship continues to grow and adapt with the changing times, while remaining a source of spiritual consistency for its longtime congregation members.
Photo by David Von Diemar

Photo by David Von Diemar

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Police investigate Royston shooting

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
ROYSTON – Local law enforcement agencies continue to search for a suspect who was the subject of a manhunt in Royston Saturday after gunshots at the scene of a complaint.
On Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to a massive crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Rd. and Liberty HIll Church Rd.

On Jan. 16, Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to a massive crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Rd. and Liberty HIll Church Rd.

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Report provides details to Jan. 16 crash

News Staff
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
A report from Georgia State Patrol Post 52 Hartwell, which became available after press time Jan. 17, revealed supplementary details to the Jan. 16 crash at the intersection of Nancy Hart School Road and Liberty Hill School Road. The Sun reported Jan.
From left to right: Joyce Rumsey, Matthew Butler, Alicia Barnett (new council members), Mayor John Smith, attorney Matt Easom, town clerk Mary Dowell, former town clerk Elaine Evans

From left to right: Joyce Rumsey, Matthew Butler, Alicia Barnett (new council members), Mayor John Smith, attorney Matt Easom, town clerk Mary Dowell, former town clerk Elaine Evans

Bowersville voids intergovernmental agreement

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Town of Bowersville City Council’s Jan. 18 meeting was not only the first of the new year, but the first with the newly-elected leadership sworn in Jan 2. Mayor John Smith, councilwoman Alicia Barnett, councilwoman Joyce Rumsey, and councilman Matthew Butler implemented notable changes.
Nancy Evans speaks to the Board of Commissioners during public comment Jan. 23.

Nancy Evans speaks to the Board of Commissioners during public comment Jan. 23.

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Commission addresses road concerns

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Hart County Board of Commissioners (BOC) met on the evening of Jan. 23 for a quick meeting, voting on a number of agenda items before hearing from a concerned county resident about roads around her home. The BOC amended the agenda, approved the Jan.
Junior guard O’Brian Evans knocks down a three pointer against the Purple Hurricane defender in the 70-66 road win to pick up Hart County’s first region win of the season.

Junior guard O’Brian Evans knocks down a three pointer against the Purple Hurricane defender in the 70-66 road win to pick up Hart County’s first region win of the season.

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Dogs start region play 2-1 with a pair of road victories

News Staff
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
The Dogs picked up their first two region wins over the season over Monroe and Stephens. But fell to Hebron Christian and Johnson of Savannah due to third quarter woes. After Hart County canceled school on Jan. 9 for severe weather, the Dogs pushed back their match-up with Monroe Area to Jan. 10.
Ethan Stovall pins his opponent and wins his match during the Mat Dogs home meet against Dixie High School Jan. 16.

Ethan Stovall pins his opponent and wins his match during the Mat Dogs home meet against Dixie High School Jan. 16.

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Mat Dogs split at home meet

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
After a close loss to Dixie, the Mat Dogs responded with a win over East Jackson to send their seniors out on top during the lone home meet.