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Local medium Chip Pettys said he heard chickens clucking at the above Hart County site which was formerly an eggery.

Local medium Chip Pettys said he heard chickens clucking at the above Hart County site which was formerly an eggery.

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Medium founds ‘Hartwell Paranormal Society’

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Hart County is a hot spot for paranormal activity, according to a local medium. Chip Pettys created the Facebook group Hartwell Paranormal Society for those in the area to share their experience and seek help with the supernatural if needed.
Photo credit: Tierra Mallorca

Photo credit: Tierra Mallorca

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Realty publication ranks Lake Hartwell top lake

News Staff
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Lake Homes Realty has listed Lake Hartwell as the No. 1 lake in the areas it serves. The top 10 list is based on page-views received at LakeHomes.com, and the data, collected between Jan. 1 and Dec.
A current look at Railroad Street Park, which will host its first major community event next weekend.

A current look at Railroad Street Park, which will host its first major community event next weekend.

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‘A Night at the Park': Railroad Street to host first major event

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Every year, the Leadership Hart class is tasked with organizing an event or opportunity for community good. This year’s undertaking is “A Night at the Park” scheduled for May 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. — Railroad Street Park’s first true community event.
New Hart County Chamber director Lindsey Ingle stands outside the Chamber building along Carolina Street.

New Hart County Chamber director Lindsey Ingle stands outside the Chamber building along Carolina Street.

Ingle tabbed new Chamber director

Dan Hunt
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce didn’t have to search far for its next executive director, promoting executive assistant Lindsey Ingle to the chamber’s lead role. Ingle applied to the position after Terri Partain announced her resignation in early April.
Pictured, John Daniel Gibbs tees off while his partner, Winston Gibbs (left), and Dillon Bowers (middle) watch the ball.

Pictured, John Daniel Gibbs tees off while his partner, Winston Gibbs (left), and Dillon Bowers (middle) watch the ball.

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Hartwell Golf Club hosts third annual championship

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun The Hartwell Golf Club held its Third Annual Open Championship this past weekend, April 23 and 24. The Championship Flight had two teams tied for first: Brothers John Daniel and Winston Gibbs, and Mark Pruitt and Chip Mauldin.
Tyler Trujillo scores a goal on a free kick earlier this season.

Tyler Trujillo scores a goal on a free kick earlier this season.

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Soccer Dogs named All-Region

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Several Hart County Soccer Dogs were given All-Region honors to end the 2022 season. Seniors Brian Yanez and Tyler Trujillo were named to the All-Region first team. Yanez was a captain and shut down the right side of the field on defense.
Riley Posey prepares to run after making contact on Friday against Oconee County.

Riley Posey prepares to run after making contact on Friday against Oconee County.

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Diamond Dogs finish third in Region 8

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
The Hart County baseball team split a double-header against Oconee County to finish third in the region. The Diamond Dogs won the first of two games on April 22, 5-3. Oconee County was not able to overcome a four-run lead in the last three innings.