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Minister leader Stephanie Carey (left) and volunteer Tammy Lampp (right) pose in front of the Celebrate Recovery sign outside of Cornerstone Baptist Church, located at 1543 Anderson Highway. Celebrate Recovery is a program dedicated to servicing those recovering from drugs, alcohol, depression, overeating and other addictions. (Photo submitted by Stephanie Carey)

Minister leader Stephanie Carey (left) and volunteer Tammy Lampp (right) pose in front of the Celebrate Recovery sign outside of Cornerstone Baptist Church, located at 1543 Anderson Highway. Celebrate Recovery is a program dedicated to servicing those recovering from drugs, alcohol, depression, overeating and other addictions. (Photo submitted by Stephanie Carey)

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Celebrating recovery in Hart County

Adriana Cascio – Leading News Reporter
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
For nearly 14 years, the Celebrate Recovery program has offered Hart County a safe space for people to find healing from a wide range of struggles, including addiction, grief, and anxiety.
Hart County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) paramedic Stoney Norris (left) and advanced emergency medical technician (EMT) Mike Evans are just two of the crew members with Hart County EMS that have a heart for serving the community through patient care. (Photo by Rose Scoggins)

Hart County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) paramedic Stoney Norris (left) and advanced emergency medical technician (EMT) Mike Evans are just two of the crew members with Hart County EMS that have a heart for serving the community through patient care. (Photo by Rose Scoggins)

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Hart County EMS has heart for patient care

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Those experiencing medical emergencies can count on crews from Hart County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to respond in their time of need.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Throwback Thursday - September 4

News Staff
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
25 years ago (2000)    Sept. 6, 2000 – The Hart County Bulldogs got off to a great start for the new season with a non-conference 13-3 win over AAAA perennial powerhouse Cedar Shoals. With the opening win Hart County jumped up in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s state rankings to No.
Auxiliary member Edith Rico Ortiz was named member of the week for this week’s High Notes series. Band leaders selected Rico Ortiz for her dedication and efficiency in learning new routines. (Photo by Adriana Cascio)

Auxiliary member Edith Rico Ortiz was named member of the week for this week’s High Notes series. Band leaders selected Rico Ortiz for her dedication and efficiency in learning new routines. (Photo by Adriana Cascio)

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Rico Ortiz, Geter and Saxophones honored in High Notes

Adriana Cascio – Leading News Reporter
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Each week, High Notes features a member of the Hart County High School Bulldog Marching Band who has made a significant impact, including a band or auxiliary member, section and officer.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Grand jury returns 42 true bills, one no bill

News Staff
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
A Hart County grand jury returned 42 true bills and one no bill following its August 2025 term held Aug. 18 through Aug. 20.    One case, for Joshua Ray Amos – aggravated battery (felony) – was returned as a no bill and did not result in an indictment for the charge.
Founder JohnieSue Thurman holds out a treat for Felix, a newly arrived male fox. After four days of acclimation, Felix remains shy and adverse to human contact, often hiding in the back of the covered side of the fox enclosure. (Photo by Adriana Cascio)

Founder JohnieSue Thurman holds out a treat for Felix, a newly arrived male fox. After four days of acclimation, Felix remains shy and adverse to human contact, often hiding in the back of the covered side of the fox enclosure. (Photo by Adriana Cascio)

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Fur farm foxes find sanctuary at The Haven Zoo

Adriana Cascio – Leading News Reporter
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Once living in two-foot-by-two-foot enclosures, one male and three female red foxes have found sanctuary at The Haven Zoo with sunlight, fresh air, enrichment and high-protein meals.
The Hartwell Sun

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County budget review in progress

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Hart County Board of Commissioners is set to hold a called meeting Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 5:30 p.m. to continue its budget review process after getting a first look Tuesday.    As of Tuesday, the unapproved budget draft for the total general fund was at $19.