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From left to right, Gretchen Torrence and Valerie and Bill Hinesley, stand near one of the new conifers and the heart-shaped rock along the conifer walk, The trio played large roles in the walk’s inception.

From left to right, Gretchen Torrence and Valerie and Bill Hinesley, stand near one of the new conifers and the heart-shaped rock along the conifer walk, The trio played large roles in the walk’s inception.

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Hart County Botanical unveils conifer walk

News Staff
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Some 60 people were in attendance on Sunday, March 27 for the introduction of the newest attraction at the Hart County Botanical Garden.
Jake, left, and Ricky Carter.

Jake, left, and Ricky Carter.

Commissioner, son out on $30,000 bond

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Hart County commissioner Ricky Carter and his son Jake Carter were each granted bond at $30,000 on March 24 in a case in which they’re accused of assault, battery and cruelty to children among other charges.
Photo Credit: Braden Collum

Photo Credit: Braden Collum

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Track Dogs compete in Athens

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
The Hart County High School track and field teams finished well in the Loch Johnson Invitational 2022 this past weekend. The boys team finished second overall out of 20 teams at the meet in Athens on March 19. The girls placed seventh among 16 other teams.
Payne Oglesby tees off on hole three against White County.

Payne Oglesby tees off on hole three against White County.

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Boys golf stays undefeated

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
The Hart County High School boys golf team remained unbeaten after winning over White County, while the girls team lost to the Warriors. Last week, Hart County hosted Elbert County. The Dogs prevailed in a close match with the Blue Devils, 178-180.
Chaston Lewis flies through the air in a match against Crescent earlier this season.

Chaston Lewis flies through the air in a match against Crescent earlier this season.

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Soccer Dogs win on the road

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Both soccer teams secured wins in Athens on Tuesday, March 23. The Soccer Dogs traveled to Athens to play the Athens Christian Eagles. The boys team won, 4-2. Senior Tyler Trujillo scored two goals. Sophomore Axsel Farjardo and freshman Chaston Lewis each scored one goal.
(Back L-R) Group leader Jeannie Brownsberger, garden volunteer Vickie Peace, Ulises Orbe and garden volunteer Ellen Forbus.

(Back L-R) Group leader Jeannie Brownsberger, garden volunteer Vickie Peace, Ulises Orbe and garden volunteer Ellen Forbus.

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Botanical Garden hosts religious education class

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Teens from the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Religious Education Class, Hartwell, recently spent a morning working in the Hart County Botanical Garden. They cleared brush and learned about invasive plants. (Front L-R) Joanna Nguyen, Jamie Orbe and Catherine Nguyen. 
Photo Credit: Insung Yoon

Photo Credit: Insung Yoon

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#Throwback Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
1925: The movie “America” was shown at The Star Theatre in Hartwell where movie goers were charged a whopping 25-50 cents to watch it. The movie was ascertained by one Ohio tourist going through Hartwell when he caught an advertisement posted by The Sun.
Photo Credit: David von Diemar

Photo Credit: David von Diemar

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: March 15 •A man was arrested and charged with theft by receiving stolen property and probation violation. •A woman was arrested and charged with criminal trespassing.