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An impactful reminder of why we do what we do

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
While many Americans were anticipating the big game Super Bowl Sunday, I, along with about 45 other members of the Clemson University Tiger Band, was anticipating a trip that I know we all would have preferred was unnecessary. On Feb.
The “Our Artful Youth” exhibit includes piece Susan Sanchez. Sanchez, an eighth grader in April Garner’s class, titled her acrylic piece “Remembrance Poppy.”

The “Our Artful Youth” exhibit includes piece Susan Sanchez. Sanchez, an eighth grader in April Garner’s class, titled her acrylic piece “Remembrance Poppy.”

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“Our Artful Youth” Exhibit Opens at Hartwell Art Center Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hartwell Art Center today announced the opening of its next art exhibit, “Our Artful Youth,” scheduled to run from February 16 through March 18. The exhibit, sponsored by Hart EMC, showcases works of art by students of all ages within the community.
Pictured from left to right are UGA Archway representative Angel Jackson, Hart County Education Foundation Director Bobbie Busha, Hart County Education Foundation President Jessica Seawright, Hart County Charter System Community Relations Director Grayson Williams, Education Foundation Board member Jason Ford, and UGA Archway representative Michelle Elliot.

Pictured from left to right are UGA Archway representative Angel Jackson, Hart County Education Foundation Director Bobbie Busha, Hart County Education Foundation President Jessica Seawright, Hart County Charter System Community Relations Director Grayson Williams, Education Foundation Board member Jason Ford, and UGA Archway representative Michelle Elliot.

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UGA students help brand Hart education foundation as gold medal project for Archway Partnership

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
With new branding and a marketing plan, Hart County leaders hope to increase attention to their local education foundation and raise more money to benefit students and teachers.
Dr. Jacqueline Brock, Principal of Hart County Middle School was one of the speakers at the HCREA Meeting in February.

Dr. Jacqueline Brock, Principal of Hart County Middle School was one of the speakers at the HCREA Meeting in February.

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Hart County retired educators hear from HCMS principal, state leaders

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Retired Educators Association met at the Casa Grande Cantina & Grill on Tuesday, February 7, with President Pam Gordon presiding. The speakers at the meeting were Hart County Middle School Principal Dr. Jacqueline Brock, GREA Executive Director Dr.
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HTC Named a Smart Rural CommunitySM Provider

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
HTC, Inc. was recently named a Smart Rural CommunitySM provider by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association. NTCA’s Smart Communities are powered by innovative rural broadband providers that believe that by being connected to fiber broadband we achieve more together.
A stolen vehicle was wrecked over the weekend near Beaverdam Creek where a bridge is currently being replaced by the GDOT.

A stolen vehicle was wrecked over the weekend near Beaverdam Creek where a bridge is currently being replaced by the GDOT.

Macon man arrested following beating, string of auto thefts

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Following the beating of an elderly man and string of auto thefts and break-ins in multiple counties over the weekend, a Macon man was arrested in Madison County on an outstanding warrant from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and has received charges from both Bibb County and the Hart County...
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Granting school network upgrades

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Charter System’s internet networking infrastructure will be getting an upgrade, with a focus on improving “day-to-day use” in classrooms.
Dean and Faire Teasley have been married for the past 60 years after falling in love at first sight.

Dean and Faire Teasley have been married for the past 60 years after falling in love at first sight.

Love at first sight and for the last 60 years

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
C.S. Lewis said that “to love is to be vulnerable” and for 60 years Dean, 83, and Faire Teasley, 78, have lived together in Lewis’ axiom steadfastly in marriage. Dean and Faire met each other through Dean’s first cousin and best friend, who Faire was dating at the time.
Senior pitcher Reece Maxwell delivers a pitch in the 9-4 road loss to Elbert County in the season opener on Feb. 8. (Photo by Mark Wells at The Elberton Star)

Senior pitcher Reece Maxwell delivers a pitch in the 9-4 road loss to Elbert County in the season opener on Feb. 8. (Photo by Mark Wells at The Elberton Star)

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Diamond Dogs start the 2023 season 0-2

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Diamond Dogs had a rough start to the season by dropping both games on the road to Elbert County Feb. 8 and then to Tallulah Falls on Tuesday. The Elbert County game was originally scheduled for Feb.
Senior Daniel Leard returns a serve in a 2022 match as the Lady Dogs start 1-0 and the Dogs start 0-1 on the season.

Senior Daniel Leard returns a serve in a 2022 match as the Lady Dogs start 1-0 and the Dogs start 0-1 on the season.

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Tennis kicks off the season at Clarke Central

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
The Hart County Racket Dogs opened their season on the road in Athens, taking on Clarke Central Feb. 9.