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Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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Deputies arrest two in major Hart County drug bust

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
On Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, deputies from Hart County Sheriff’s Department and Elbert County Sheriff’s Department arrested two subjects. The arrest warrant was from Elbert County, for 327 Bailey Road in Hart County.
Photo by LaDonna Harris

Photo by LaDonna Harris

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Hartwell hosts Veterans Day Parade November 11

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
American Legion Post 109 of Hartwell hosted a salute to America’s heroes Nov. 11 at the Veteran’s Day parade in downtown Hartwell. The parade began at Hart County High School and wrapped through downtown before concluding at the Ace Hardware shopping center.
North Hart students from left to right: front row: Ivy Tatum, Whitley Bridges, Jackson Green, Harrison Carter, Tessa Lorentson; back row: Haygan Royston, Rhiley Atkinson, Gabby Brown, Sadie Martin, Corben Weir, Anna Maxwell, Madeline Busbee, Josiah Andrew, and Jackson Little

North Hart students from left to right: front row: Ivy Tatum, Whitley Bridges, Jackson Green, Harrison Carter, Tessa Lorentson; back row: Haygan Royston, Rhiley Atkinson, Gabby Brown, Sadie Martin, Corben Weir, Anna Maxwell, Madeline Busbee, Josiah Andrew, and Jackson Little

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Hart County Students Compete in Public Speaking Event

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
On Saturday, Nov. 4, 49 Hart County children participated in a speech competition, where they were able to simultaneously share their interests with their peers and gain confidence in public speaking.
From left to right: Former sheriff’s deputy David Cook, Captain Chris Carroll, Sheriff Mike Cleveland, Sergeant Chris O’Barr, and Captain Michael Davis.

From left to right: Former sheriff’s deputy David Cook, Captain Chris Carroll, Sheriff Mike Cleveland, Sergeant Chris O’Barr, and Captain Michael Davis.

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Hart County man assists deputies in arrest at local restaurant

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
On Nov. 13, 2023, Hart County Sheriff Mike Cleveland recognized three deputies and a Hart County citizen, presenting them with plaques for their bravery concerning an incident that occurred over the summer.
The Hart County BOE honors the HCMS state champion cross country team

The Hart County BOE honors the HCMS state champion cross country team

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BOE honors state champions, revises capital assets manual

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Through a unanimous vote, the Hart County Board of Education (BOE) approved changes to its Capital Assets Manual during its regularly scheduled meeting Nov. 13. The manual, which was last revised in January, outlines financial reporting requirements concerning accounting for capital assets.
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Photo by Billy Freeman

Hart BOC debates land development standards

News Staff
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
On the evening of Nov. 14, the Hart County Board of Commissioners had a notably brief meeting, concluding in about an hour. Notable topics of discussion included land development, as well as efforts to improve road safety and mental health among Georgians.
Realtor of Living Down South Stephanie Walker.

Realtor of Living Down South Stephanie Walker.

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2023 Pigskin Pickin’ Champion crowned

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Our final round of Pigskin Pickin’ concluded this past week, and a new champion was crowned. After a long and competitive season between our expert pickers, Living Down South’s realtor Stephanie Walker was crowned the 2023 Pigskin Pickin’ Champion, and will have a year’s worth of bragging rights.
Pictured from left is senior outfielder Allie O’Bannon who made first team All-Region.

Pictured from left is senior outfielder Allie O’Bannon who made first team All-Region.

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Four Lady Dogs tabbed for All-Region honors

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
On Monday, Nov. 6, Region 8-AAA announced their All-Region teams for the 2023 softball season, and four Lady Dogs were selected. One Lady Dog was selected for first team All-Region and that was senior outfielder Allie O’Bannon.
Pictured is the boys cross country team. From left is Sevyn Singleton, Will Bell, Damian Childres, Zach Simmons, Donavin Layman, Nate Harris, and Braydon Lane.

Pictured is the boys cross country team. From left is Sevyn Singleton, Will Bell, Damian Childres, Zach Simmons, Donavin Layman, Nate Harris, and Braydon Lane.

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Cross Country teams place in Top 15 at state meet

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
The Hart County High School boys and girls cross country teams traveled to Carrollton to compete in the 2023 GHSA AAA State Cross Country Championships, where the boys placed eighth and the girls placed 15th.