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Linton named Lead News Reporter

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Thursday, December 18, 2025
Madison Linton has joined The Hartwell Sun staff as Lead News Reporter.  Linton graduated from the University of Georgia (UGA) with a bachelor's degree in journalism with a certificate in news literacy and a minor in theatre Dec. 12 and began her time at The Sun Dec. 15.
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Election Tuesday

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Election Day for the runoff for the remaining undecided seat to replace Dan Leard on the Hartwell City Council will be held Tuesday, Dec. 2.  Randy Clark and Stephen "Doc" Ayers will continue to vie for the seat after receiving 347 votes (46.45 percent) and 210 votes (28.
Pictured (L-R) are Hart College and Career Academy CEO Steve Burton, Superintendent Jennifer Carter, Coach William DeVane and Associate Superintendent Brooks Mewborn after Coach DeVane received the 2025 Pioneer in Education award.

Pictured (L-R) are Hart College and Career Academy CEO Steve Burton, Superintendent Jennifer Carter, Coach William DeVane and Associate Superintendent Brooks Mewborn after Coach DeVane received the 2025 Pioneer in Education award.

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Coach DeVane named Pioneer in Education

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Submitted by Grayson Williams Hart County Charter System The Hart County Charter System is proud to announce Coach William “Devo” DeVane as the district’s 2025 Pioneer in Education Award recipient.
Hart County High School 11th grader Tyler Bowers stands in front of the entrance to his light display on Cedar Creek Circle. The display celebrates a decade of bringing Christmas cheer to the community.

Hart County High School 11th grader Tyler Bowers stands in front of the entrance to his light display on Cedar Creek Circle. The display celebrates a decade of bringing Christmas cheer to the community.

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Bowers brings Christmas cheer

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
At just six years old, Tyler Bowers wanted to bring some festive cheer to his grandparent's yard during the Christmas season. He found two wire deer and some lights and created a display for he and his grandparents, Bill and Jan Bowers, to enjoy.
Hart County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Amanda Brown is working to change the game locally after completing GeorgiaForward's Young Gamechangers program.

Hart County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Amanda Brown is working to change the game locally after completing GeorgiaForward's Young Gamechangers program.

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Brown completes game-changing program

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Hart County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Amanda Brown is working to change the game locally after completing GeorgiaForward's Young Gamechangers program.
Retired Hartwell Service League member Kay Cleveland has created the artwork for the Tour of Homes tickets every year, including this year's artwork.

Retired Hartwell Service League member Kay Cleveland has created the artwork for the Tour of Homes tickets every year, including this year's artwork.

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Tour of Homes to be held Dec. 13

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Hartwell Service League's annual Tour of Homes is set for Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Attendees will enjoy visiting a handful of Hart County homes that have a variety of history, architecture and style.  Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the Hart County Chamber of Commerce.
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Early vote Monday

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Friday, November 21, 2025
Early voting for the runoff for the remaining undecided seat to replace Dan Leard on the Hartwell City Council is set to be held Monday, Nov. 24 through Wednesday, Nov. 26.  Randy Clark and Stephen "Doc" Ayers will continue to vie for the seat after receiving 347 votes (46.
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Archway receives national award

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Friday, November 21, 2025
By Roy Parry University of Georgia and Rose Scoggins Editor/Publisher   ATHENS — The University of Georgia has been named the 2025 recipient of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ Innovation and Economic Prosperity Award (IEP) in the “Place” category, a prestigious national...
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce's annual Christmas tree lighting will be held Monday, Nov. 24 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the courthouse square. 

The Hart County Chamber of Commerce's annual Christmas tree lighting will be held Monday, Nov. 24 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the courthouse square. 

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Christmas tree lighting Monday

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Friday, November 21, 2025
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce's annual Christmas tree lighting will be held Monday, Nov. 24 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the courthouse square.  The event will feature photos with Santa, vendors with children's activities and Christmas goodies and more.