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Poverty Task Force brainstorms assessment strategies

News Staff
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Hart County Poverty Task Force met on the morning of Nov. 28 at the Adult Learning Center to evaluate how to determine and address the needs of locals living under the poverty threshold. The lengthy discussion reflected the challenging and delicate approach required to tackle the issue.
The lighting of the Campbell Christmas tree at 840 E Franklin St. in Hartwell

The lighting of the Campbell Christmas tree at 840 E Franklin St. in Hartwell

Mouchet restores a Hartwell Christmas tradition

News Staff
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Thirty years ago, Mr. Charles Campbell and his sister Aurelia began lighting a big spruce tree in the front yard of their home at 840 E. Franklin St. in Hartwell, which became a holiday landmark as the years went by.
Candidate RIchard Sheller campaigns in the Azalea Lane neighborhood of Hartwell ahead of the runoff election Dec. 5. Sheller will face off against Debbie Henry to replace Stephen Ayers

Candidate RIchard Sheller campaigns in the Azalea Lane neighborhood of Hartwell ahead of the runoff election Dec. 5. Sheller will face off against Debbie Henry to replace Stephen Ayers

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Runoff for Hartwell city council seats Dec. 5

News Staff
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
City of Hartwell voters head to the polls next Tuesday, Dec. 5 to decide two seats on the city council. In the race to replace councilman Stephen Ayers, real estate and banking executive Debbie Henry will face off against Reverend Richard Sheller.
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BOC continues land development debate

News Staff
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
On the evening of Nov. 28, the Hart County BOC met for a prolonged meeting which included discussion of land development standards, amendment of language regarding a mobile home ordinance, and the intergovernmental agreement between Bowersville and Hart County.
Junior Harrison Krause pins an Oconee County Warrior during a 2022-2023 match.

Junior Harrison Krause pins an Oconee County Warrior during a 2022-2023 match.

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Stowe to rely on leadership in his first year as head coach

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Mat Dogs will look to get more placements at state under first year head coach Jay Stowe. A season ago, the Mat Dogs had three wrestlers placed at state. Stowe will rely on them to step into a leadership role this season.
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YMCA gears up for a big winter

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Bell Family YMCA of Hartwell is set to host soccer, basketball, and volleyball leagues and programs during the winter. The first program the YMCA will begin to offer this winter will be the Kick in Confidence Youth Soccer Training Program.
Senior point guard Dakota Phillips sinks a free throw in the scrimmage win over the Lady Patriots of Oglethorpe County on Nov. 9.

Senior point guard Dakota Phillips sinks a free throw in the scrimmage win over the Lady Patriots of Oglethorpe County on Nov. 9.

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Senior point guard set to lead the Lady Dogs in her final season

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Senior point guard Dakota Phillips looks to play a big role in her final season with the Lady Dogs. Flashback to 2020, Phillips was named a starter as a freshman, but many people knew then that she could semester herself as one of the best to ever wear the orange and black for the Lady Dogs.
Junior guard TK Smith (23) knocks down three-three pointers in the 62-40 win over Oglethorpe County in a scrimmage game on Nov. 9 in Lexington. The Lady Dogs now prepare to take on Commerce at Franklin County on Nov. 16.

Junior guard TK Smith (23) knocks down three-three pointers in the 62-40 win over Oglethorpe County in a scrimmage game on Nov. 9 in Lexington. The Lady Dogs now prepare to take on Commerce at Franklin County on Nov. 16.

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Basketball splits against Patriots in scrimmage

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Hart County High School boys and girls basketball teams traveled to Lexington to take on Oglethorpe County in a scrimmage to start the season, and split against the Patriots. On Nov. 9, the HCHS boys and girls basketball teams tipped off their season in a scrimmage game against the Patriots.
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Ruth Martin is loving life

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
  When Hartwell citizens think of Ruth Martin, they may naturally reminisce on the old downtown Belk—the three-story location known for its exceptional customer service.