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Chloe, a 10-year-old boxer-bulldog mix is looking for a home.

Chloe, a 10-year-old boxer-bulldog mix is looking for a home.

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Chloe highlights ‘Adopt a Senior Pet Month’

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month across the country, and Hart County Humane Society has plenty of older, lovable friends to help you observe the occasion locally.
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Davis

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Carolina man indicted on 19 charges for chase

Dan Hunt
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
An Anderson man who allegedly led Georgia State Patrol and Hart County Sheriff’s deputies on a high speed chase near Lavonia was indicted by a Hart County grand jury Monday on 19 charges.
Hart County Charter System emblem.

Hart County Charter System emblem.

Board of Education approves new classroom cameras

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
On Monday, Nov. 14, the Hart County Board of Education approved the replacement of 112 older cameras throughout the Hart County School System in favor of newer ones that will enhance teacher and student instruction and security.
HCHS cross country competes in the state meet on Saturday, Nov 5 at Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Georgia.

HCHS cross country competes in the state meet on Saturday, Nov 5 at Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Georgia.

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HCHS cross country competes at states

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Hart County’s Cross Country boys finished in the top 10 while the girls placed in the top 20 at this weekend’s state tournament. Hart County’s cross country traveled to Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Georgia on Saturday, Nov. 5 for the GHSA Cross Country Championships.
Emilee Sanders throws a pitch in her final game as a Dog.

Emilee Sanders throws a pitch in her final game as a Dog.

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Sanders commits to the Lions

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Senior softball pitcher Emilee Sanders, has announced her commitment to Piedmont University. “I am beyond excited to announce that I will be continuing my academic and athletic career at Piedmont University,” Sanders said.
Kevin Geraty returns a serve in his doubles match at the Fall Freedom Pickleball Classic held in Hartwell on Friday, Nov, 4.

Kevin Geraty returns a serve in his doubles match at the Fall Freedom Pickleball Classic held in Hartwell on Friday, Nov, 4.

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YMCA hosts Pickleball Tournament

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The Bell Family YMCA hosted Lake Hartwell’s Pickleball Club’s Fall Freedom Pickleball Tournament on Nov. 4-5. The fall regional tournament was a huge success as people from all over the state gathered for the big event.
Hart County wide receiver Paul Davis.

Hart County wide receiver Paul Davis.

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Four-star receiver announces top 3 college programs

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Hart County Football wide receiver Paul Davis has announced his top three schools but the door is still open. Jackson State University, Duke University, and Mississippi State University have all cracked Davis’ top three in his recruitment.
The Purple Hurricanes line up offensively against Hart County's defense in a drive.

The Purple Hurricanes line up offensively against Hart County's defense in a drive.

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Purple Hurricanes surge in Herndon

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
A mistake-plagued showing from the Dogs at home Friday against Monroe Area led to a blowout loss and lost chance to see the state playoffs. Both teams knew with a win they were guaranteed a spot in the state playoffs.
Junior running back Nori Moore attempts to shed the tackle of a Purple Hurricane defender in a tough region loss, 49-14.

Junior running back Nori Moore attempts to shed the tackle of a Purple Hurricane defender in a tough region loss, 49-14.

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Dogs’ season ends with loss to Monroe: First year under Dickerson ends with 5-5 record

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The 102nd season of Hart County football came to an end last week at home. The Bulldogs finished 5-5 overall and 2-3 in region play. This season was filled with a lot of firsts: First season for Head Coach Cory Dickerson; First time facing teams like Apalachee, Daniel (SC), St.
Photo credit: Insung Yoon

Photo credit: Insung Yoon

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# Throwback Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
1917: A massive bald eagle was caught eating one of farmer George H Skeate’s Plymouth Rock roosters; defending the rest of his chickens, Skeate shot and killed the big raptor while it was perched on a tree. When he measured the bird’s wings they were five feet in diameter.