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Rucker tabbed for second team All-ACC

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) tabbed former Hart County and current University of North Carolina defensive lineman Kaimon Rucker (25) to the All-ACC second team at defensive line on Nov. 28.

Former Hart County and current sophomore running back for Virginia Tech Malachi Thomas runs the football against Syracuse earlier this season on Oct. 26 in the 38-10 home win.

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Former Dog helps carry Virginia Tech to a bowl game

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Former Hart County and current Virginia Tech running back helps the Hokies win the Commonwealth Cup, and secure a bowl game for the second time in his Virginia Tech career. Malachi Thomas who set school records during his time with the Dogs has had a roller coaster of a career at Virginia Tech.

Pictured is Hartwell native Julie George during her 2022 110 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail as she now prepares for her 2,198.4 mile hike on the same trail in March of 2024.

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Hartwell native says, “Here I am Lord, send me”

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

A Hartwell native will begin a 2,198.4 mile journey on the Appalachian Trail over the course of five months with the intent to share the gospel along the way. Hartwell native Julie George found her interest in hiking when she and her son went on a backpack trip.

Benjamin London down on the sidelines of Bobby Dodd Stadium after the 31-23 loss to Georgia on Nov. 25.

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A Dream Come True

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

In the final minutes of the greatest rivalry in college football, I couldn’t think of how proud a man I called Pepoppy would be. If you know my family, you will know that almost everyone is a Georgia fan. It made sense though as my family moved to Watkinsville, Ga.

Junior guard Keelan Stowers goes up for the contested shot in the 86-56 loss to Madison County on Nov. 28.

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Red Raiders too much for Dogs

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Red Raiders hot start offensively didn’t end until the final whistle, as Madison County took down the Dogs, 86-56 on Nov. 28. Hart made the trip down to Danielsville to take on the No. 5 team in AAAA — the Madison County Red Raiders.

Senior guard Dakota Phillips scores 31 of the Lady Dogs 62 points in their 62-35 win over Madison County on Nov. 28.

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Lady Dogs dominate to remain undefeated

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

After a slow two minutes, the Lady Dogs offense dominated in the 62-35 win over the Lady Raiders of Madison County. Hart traveled down to Dainelsville on Nov. 28 to take on the Lady Raiders of Madison County.

Scouts with bat houses built for a Wildlife Viewing Grants project in Watkinsville (Photo by the City of Watkinsville)

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Grant funds available for Georgia wildlife viewing opportunities

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Viewing Grants Program, the state is now aiding funds for wildlife projects that allow the public to observe animals, plants, and habitats covered by their Wildlife Action Plan.

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Weekend car chase has fatal consequences

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Around 10 p.m. on Friday, a fatal crash occurred following a high-speed pursuit on GA 77 South. Georgia State Patrol Trooper Corporal William Jordan of GSP Post 52 Hartwell provided details about the ongoing investigation.

Megan Dean with daughters Landry and Henley at last year’s Hart Life Holiday Bazaar

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Cornerstone Baptist Church to host holiday bazaar

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Over 50 artists, crafters, and designers will be showcased this weekend at the 14th annual Hart Life Holiday Bazaar Dec. 2 at the Cornerstone Baptist Church in Hartwell. Hart Life’s Executive Director Tammy Frye says the holiday bazaar has become a community tradition.

The Eagan house on Brown St. in Hartwell will be one of the five properties featured in the Christmas tour of homes.

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Christmas tour of homes returns Dec. 9

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Hartwell Service League annual Christmas Tour of Homes comes back to Hart County Dec. 9 for its twentieth year. This year, five festively decorated homes will be featured on the tour which runs from one end of the county to the other. The tour begins at 10:30 a.m. and runs through 4:30 p.m.