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The Hart County Sheriff’s Office seized 2.2 pounds of methamphetamine, seven grams of fentanyl, over one pound of marijuana, just under $7,000 in cash and a handgun during a drug trafficking arrest March 25.

The Hart County Sheriff’s Office seized 2.2 pounds of methamphetamine, seven grams of fentanyl, over one pound of marijuana, just under $7,000 in cash and a handgun during a drug trafficking arrest March 25.

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Sheriff’s office seizes multiple drugs in trafficking arrest

News Staff
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
A two-month investigation led to a couple of arrests on drug trafficking charges by the Hart County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday.
Charlie Pierce explains to the board that he should be allowed to build a duplex on his property despite the current moratorium on multi-family residential housing.

Charlie Pierce explains to the board that he should be allowed to build a duplex on his property despite the current moratorium on multi-family residential housing.

County denies request to pull back moratorium

News Staff
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
A request to pull back the moratorium that the Hart County Board of Commissioners currently have in place in order to allow for the building of duplex houses was denied Tuesday night during the board’s March 28 regular meeting.
Senior competition cheerleader, Sofia Trujillo commits to Piedmont after receiving a scholarship to compete on the Lions competition cheer squad.

Senior competition cheerleader, Sofia Trujillo commits to Piedmont after receiving a scholarship to compete on the Lions competition cheer squad.

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Trujillo commits to Piedmont

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Hart County senior competition cheerleader, Sofia Trujillo, commits to Piedmont University to continue her academic and cheer career. Piedmont was first to announce the commitment in a social media post stating. “Starting the week off on a good note with another commitment!” the post read.
Pictured is Amelia McMaga delivering a pitch.

Pictured is Amelia McMaga delivering a pitch.

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Sights and scenes from opening day

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Even with the increase of teams and players from a year ago, the Hart County Little League opening day was nothing but a grand slam, as they opened their season on Saturday. One of the many beloved times of the year in Hart County is when the little league opens its season off in the spring.
Ryleigh Jordan returns a serve as she wins her line versus Monroe Area on Tuesday, 6-4 and 6-1.

Ryleigh Jordan returns a serve as she wins her line versus Monroe Area on Tuesday, 6-4 and 6-1.

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Racket Dogs trying to find consistency

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
The Racket Dogs fell on the road against Oconee County, but returned home and fell to Stephens County on Monday and split against Monroe Area on Tuesday. Hart first traveled to Oconee County on March 16 to face the defending region champions on their courts.
Former Hart County and Georgia Tech offensive lineman Will Lay running the 40-yard dash as he competed in Georgia Tech’s Pro Day on March 16 in front of all 32 NFL team scouts. (Photo by Danny Karnik/Georgia Tech Athletics)

Former Hart County and Georgia Tech offensive lineman Will Lay running the 40-yard dash as he competed in Georgia Tech’s Pro Day on March 16 in front of all 32 NFL team scouts. (Photo by Danny Karnik/Georgia Tech Athletics)

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Lay participates in Georgia Tech Pro Day

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
In hopes to make his childhood dream come true, former Hart County and Georgia Tech offensive lineman Will Lay participated in Georgia Tech’s pro day in front of all 32 NFL teams on March 16. Lay was one of eight Yellow Jackets that participated in the Pro Day.
Junior starting pitcher Will Pittman delivers a pitch as the Dogs fall to Oconee in the double header on March 16.

Junior starting pitcher Will Pittman delivers a pitch as the Dogs fall to Oconee in the double header on March 16.

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Diamond Dogs downed by Oconee and Franklin

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
The Diamond Dogs were swept on the road versus Oconee, while also falling to Franklin at home on Tuesday. Hart made the trip to Watkinsville, Ga., to take on Oconee County in a doubleheader.
Senior infielder Emilee Sanders drives in the winning run on a walk-off RBI single in game one to defeat Elbert, 5-4.

Senior infielder Emilee Sanders drives in the winning run on a walk-off RBI single in game one to defeat Elbert, 5-4.

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Lady Dogs split against rival

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
The Lady Dogs walked it off in game one against Elbert, 5-4. But the Lady Blue Devils returned the favor and walked it off in game two, 8-7, as the Lady Dogs split the double header. Hart hosted the Lady Blue Devils of Elbert County on March 15 for the final home game of the slow-pitch season.
Max Heaton crowned champion of the Phoenix Bass Fishing League event on Lake Hartwell March 18.

Max Heaton crowned champion of the Phoenix Bass Fishing League event on Lake Hartwell March 18.

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Hartwell native wins Phoenix Bass Fishing League event

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
SENECA, S.C. – Boater Max Heaton of Hartwell, Georgia, caught a five-bass limit weighing 18 pounds, 13 ounces, Saturday to win the Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine on Lake Hartwell.
Pictured is senior forward Honor Chiang as she scores a hat-trick.

Pictured is senior forward Honor Chiang as she scores a hat-trick.

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Lady Dogs will attempt to keep their postseason dreams alive

News Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Though the Lady Dogs fell in a tough battle against Monroe Area on March 17, Hart captured a road win over Franklin to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Lady Dogs must beat Hebron Christian on Friday to make it into the state playoffs.