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The Sun office closed for Labor Day

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Thursday, September 3, 2026
The Hartwell Sun will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day.The deadline for classified advertising and legal notices will be Friday, Sept. 4 at noon. All other deadlines will not be affected.We will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 8.We wish everyone a safe Labor Day!
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Applications for emergency food, shelter programs open through Sept. 11

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Thursday, September 3, 2026
Submitted by Gabby HesterNinth District Opportunity, Inc. Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. has been awarded federal funds under The Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program Phase 43.Hart County has been chosen to receive funding to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the...
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Botanical Garden to hold concert Sept. 13

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Thursday, September 3, 2026
Submitted by Dana ScottHart County Botanical GardenThe Hart County Botanical Garden is hosting the fourth Concert in the Garden fundraiser for 2026 on Sunday, Sept. 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.Big Teach, the local rock and roll cover band composed of teachers and musicians will play a songbook of...
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Comp plan survey says: Plan for, but don't pursue growth

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Thursday, September 3, 2026
By Madison Linton, news@thehartwellsun.comRespondees of the Hart County Comprehensive Plan survey have a common goal in mind: plan for the possibility of growth, but don't actively pursue it, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Planning Director Adam Hazell said during the most recent plan...
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Grand jury returns 32 true bills during August session

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Thursday, September 3, 2026
The grand jurors for the Fall 2026 term of the Hart County grand jury convened Aug. 17 and returned 32 true bills and zero no bills.The 32 true bills returned, or indictments, include:• Robert Kenyon Mercer – one count child molestation (felony) and three counts sexual exploitation of children...
Photo courtesy of Margaret Ayers and the Franklin County Citizen Leader.

Photo courtesy of Margaret Ayers and the Franklin County Citizen Leader.

Remembering Dolly Parton in Hart County

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
"Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old," a statement on the singer's social media announced Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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St. Andrews announces new choir director

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Submitted by Ellen JonesSt. Andrew's Episcopal ChurchSt. Andrew's Episcopal Church is doubly blessed with the recent addition of Rev. Brandon Basinger and the addition of an esteemed and remarkable choir director, Michael Brewer.Brewer is a multifaceted professional and musician.
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Bowersville hears plan survey results

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
By Madison Linton, Lead news reporter Keeping the rural character of the community is a priority for Town of Bowersville and Hart County residents, alike, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission (GMRC) Planning Director Adam Hazell said Aug. 20.Hazell held a meeting at the Bowersville Community...
Over two dozen students from Hart County High School were recognized by the College Board National Recognition Program, and many were named AP Scholars. Several of the students are pictured above. Photo submitted by Grayson Williams.

Over two dozen students from Hart County High School were recognized by the College Board National Recognition Program, and many were named AP Scholars. Several of the students are pictured above. Photo submitted by Grayson Williams.

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Acing the tests

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Submitted by Grayson WilliamsHart County Charter SystemThe Hart County Charter System is proud to celebrate the academic achievements of students who earned prestigious recognitions from the College Board for their performance in Advanced Placement courses and college-readiness assessments.In 2026,...