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Baptism

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Have you noticed; the gospels show John baptizing. The gospel writers do not explain why John is baptizing. They expect the reader to know the process of baptism and why John is doing it. Where did John get the idea to fully immerse people in water? Notice John is from a priestly lineage.
Law enforcement officers from multiple agencies clear the halls of Hart County High School during an Active Shooter Simulation Drill.

Law enforcement officers from multiple agencies clear the halls of Hart County High School during an Active Shooter Simulation Drill.

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School system conducts active shooter simulation drill

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
The Hart County Charter System successfully completed an Active Shooter Simulation Drill in collaboration with local emergency services.
A fundraiser will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, on the patio at Common Ground.

A fundraiser will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, on the patio at Common Ground.

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Friday fundraising to help ‘open doors’ to Art Center

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
A barbecue fundraising event to raise funds needed to reopen the Hartwell Art Center will be held this weekend, Friday, Aug. 4, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the patio at Common Ground in Hartwell. The event will include a musical performance by the 70’s band, Chicky and The Hat.
A straight-line wind event did severe damage on Saturday evening along Highway 77. The storm ripped the roof off of the Hicks family barn and destroyed a large number of trees.

A straight-line wind event did severe damage on Saturday evening along Highway 77. The storm ripped the roof off of the Hicks family barn and destroyed a large number of trees.

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Wind causes damage following severe storms

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
At approximately 10 p.m. last Saturday night, a straight-line wind event caused severe damage to the Hicks family properties belonging to brothers Bruce and Brian Hicks. Bruce and Brian, who are co-owners of the radio station WKLY, own separate properties along Highway 77 where the storm hit.
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Photo by David von Diemari

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Pedestrian hit and killed on Royston Highway Monday

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
A female pedestrian was struck and killed by a passing vehicle on Royston Highway, at approximately 7:20 a.m. on the morning of Tuesday, Aug. 1, according to Hart County Sheriff Mike Cleveland. The woman, Shiree Ann Lee, 58, frequently walked along the highway, according to Cleveland.
Britney Morrison, the 2023-2024 Hart County Charter System Teacher of the Year, pictured right, poses for a photo at Convocation alongside Superintendent Jennifer Carter.

Britney Morrison, the 2023-2024 Hart County Charter System Teacher of the Year, pictured right, poses for a photo at Convocation alongside Superintendent Jennifer Carter.

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Morrison named Teacher of the Year

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
The Hart County Charter System is excited to announce Britney Morrison is the 2023-2024 System Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made at the district’s convocation July 26, which gathers employees across the district prior to the beginning of the school year.
Hartwell resident and Retired Lieutenant Colonel William (Ranger Bill) L. McCarron will be signing his new book today

Hartwell resident and Retired Lieutenant Colonel William (Ranger Bill) L. McCarron will be signing his new book today

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Vietnam veteran to hold book signing today

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Hartwell resident and  Retired Lieutenant Colonel William (Ranger Bill) L. McCarron will be signing his new book “And the Tears Flowed,” Thursday, Aug. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Knotheads Bar and Grill located at 1541 Anderson Highway.
Sophomore infielder Madi Bennett grounds a hard hit ball to second base during a summer practice as the Lady Dogs prepare for their season opener on August 5 at Gainesville.

Sophomore infielder Madi Bennett grounds a hard hit ball to second base during a summer practice as the Lady Dogs prepare for their season opener on August 5 at Gainesville.

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Softball position group breakdown: infield

News Staff
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
It’s time for a softball position group breakdown. The Hartwell Sun will be breaking down each position group on the 2023 Hart County High School softball team leading up to the first pitch on August 5. We start with a group who will have four new faces on the  mound, and that is the pitchers.
Junior wide receiver Pierce Mewborn lines up in the slot and awaits the snap during the 2023 spring game versus Habersham Central in Herndon Stadium on Friday, May 19.

Junior wide receiver Pierce Mewborn lines up in the slot and awaits the snap during the 2023 spring game versus Habersham Central in Herndon Stadium on Friday, May 19.

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Football position breakdown: wide receivers

News Staff
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
It’s time for another position breakdown. The Hartwell Sun will be breaking down each position group on the 2023 Hart County High School football team leading up to kickoff versus Elbert County.
Layla Reagin plays in a game to help work out the core during the YMCA Kids Fit Camp.

Layla Reagin plays in a game to help work out the core during the YMCA Kids Fit Camp.

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YMCA teaches healthy habits at Kids Fit Camp

News Staff
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
The Bell Family YMCA hosted a Kids Fit Camp on July 17-21 to help teach kids how to work out and have healthy eating habits before heading back to school. YMCA sports director Kerv Augustin’s main focus was to teach kids how they can workout anywhere, especially at home.