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Photo by Arnaud Jaegers

Runoff needed for Hartwell council seats

News Staff
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
A woefully low turnout coupled with seven very qualified candidates will send city of Hartwell voters back to the polls Dec. 5 for a runoff election to decide two seats on the city council. According to the Hart County Board of Elections, a mere 9.
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Photo by Arnaud Jaegers

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Hart County voters to decide on SPLOST

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
While voters in Hartwell and Bowersville will go to the polls next Tuesday to elect new leaders, there is still reason for residents in unincorporated Hart County to go to the polls. On Nov.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Losing a piece of our history

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The chorus of Bryan Adams classic 1985 hit Summer of ’69 starts off by saying, “those were the best days of my life.” The Hartwell Sun’s lead graphic artist Vickie Baskins always has a smile on her face when you ask her about that summer in question.
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Photo by Markus Winkler

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GDOL reports September dip in unemployment rates in Hart County

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Georgia Department of Labor reported a statewide drop in unemployment rates during the month of September. Each of Georgia’s regional labor commissions saw their unemployment numbers go down last month, including the Georgia Mountain Regional Commission (GMRC) that encompasses Hart County.
Todd J. White

Todd J. White

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Local Marine gets promoted

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
In a momentous occasion that showcases the epitome of dedication and unwavering commitment to the United States Marine Corps, Todd J. White has been promoted to the rank of Limited Duty Officer (LDO) Lieutenant Colonel (Lt. Col.) Sept. 1, 2023, specializing as an ammunition officer.
Tyler Avant Carter was arrested in connection with a shooting at a party Oct. 22

Tyler Avant Carter was arrested in connection with a shooting at a party Oct. 22

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Arrest made in Halloween party shooting

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection to the Halloween party shooting Oct. 22 that sent three to the hospital. Nineteen year old Tyler Avant Carter of Hartwell was arrested Oct. 26 in connection to the shooting following a routine traffic stop. At approximately 4:30 p.
Georgia Council for the Arts

Georgia Council for the Arts

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Hart County non-profits receive GCA Grant

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Hart Regional Arts Council and the Hart County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8076 highlight two of 87 non-profit organizations who have been awarded a 2024 Vibrant Communities and Cultural Facilities grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA).
Candidates address citizens at the Hart County Chamber forum

Candidates address citizens at the Hart County Chamber forum

Hart Chamber hosts council candidate forum

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce held a candidate forum Oct. 26 for city council candidates at the Hart County Library’s Adult Learning Center. The forum gave candidates a platform to express their views on the issues important to Hartwell voters and was moderated by chamber member Jerry McHan.
Pictured left is senior football player Trez Fouch as he shares his testimony.

Pictured left is senior football player Trez Fouch as he shares his testimony.

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Hart County athletes lead Fields of Faith

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Lake Hartwell FCA hosted over 400 people during its sixth annual student led event called Fields of Faith. Hundreds of students, athletes, and adults from the Hart County community gathered for a night of fellowship, worship, and prayer during Lake Hartwell FCA’s annual Fields of Faith event.