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Associates from Nestlé Purina’s Hartwell factory rolled up their sleeves on Monday, June 8, to support the Hart County Animal Rescue as part of the company’s 25th annual Purina Cares Day, a nationwide day of service dedicated to giving back to communities. Photos submitted by Karli Thomas.

Associates from Nestlé Purina’s Hartwell factory rolled up their sleeves on Monday, June 8, to support the Hart County Animal Rescue as part of the company’s 25th annual Purina Cares Day, a nationwide day of service dedicated to giving back to communities. Photos submitted by Karli Thomas.

Nestlé Purina Hartwell rallies for Hart County Animal Rescue during Purina Cares Day

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Thursday, July 23, 2026
Submitted by Kali ThomasNestlé Purina Hartwell Associates from Nestlé Purina’s Hartwell factory rolled up their sleeves on Monday, June 8, to support the Hart County Animal Rescue as part of the company’s 25th annual Purina Cares Day, a nationwide day of service dedicated to giving back to...
The Hart County Museum is located at 31 E. Howell St., in the Teasley-Holland House. Inside, museum-goers will find old artifacts donated from the public, such as the book Hart County Historical Society board chair Allen Stewart holds. They can also find AI-generated reworks of real, old photographs from Hart County's pre-consolidated schools and churches that allow them to be colorized and showcase similar-appearing people. Photo by Madison Linton.

The Hart County Museum is located at 31 E. Howell St., in the Teasley-Holland House. Inside, museum-goers will find old artifacts donated from the public, such as the book Hart County Historical Society board chair Allen Stewart holds. They can also find AI-generated reworks of real, old photographs from Hart County's pre-consolidated schools and churches that allow them to be colorized and showcase similar-appearing people. Photo by Madison Linton.

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History Museum blends past with present technology

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Thursday, July 23, 2026
By Madison Lintonnews@thehartwellsun.comHistory can’t be rewritten. However, it can be seen through a modern lens, at least that’s what Hart County Historical Society board chair Allen Stewart believes.
United States Marine Corps, Lt. Col. Todd J. White

United States Marine Corps, Lt. Col. Todd J. White

White retires after 27 years with Marine Corps

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Thursday, July 23, 2026
Submitted by Paula Ethridge After 27 years of honorable and dedicated service to the United States Marine Corps, Lt. Col. Todd J. White, a native of Hartwell has retired following an extraordinary career marked by leadership, technical expertise and service to the nation.
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Art Center, Currahee Guild to partner for regional showcase

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Thursday, July 16, 2026
By Madison Lintonnews@thehartwellsun.comArtists across north Georgia, upstate South Carolina and the nearby regions may submit their work for the upcoming Creative Collective art show, which will be on display in the Arts Center of Hartwell from July 23 to August 15.
Local educators who attended the Hart County Industrial Building Authority's Educator Externship included Katy Stoner, Ben Weir, Amy Rowland, Meghan Mouchet, Kay Ankerich and Heather Mewborn. They are pictured at Nestlé Purina (above) and (below, top to bottom) Titan Steel Door, TI Automotive and Haering Precision USA. Photos submitted by Terri Partain.

Local educators who attended the Hart County Industrial Building Authority's Educator Externship included Katy Stoner, Ben Weir, Amy Rowland, Meghan Mouchet, Kay Ankerich and Heather Mewborn. They are pictured at Nestlé Purina (above) and (below, top to bottom) Titan Steel Door, TI Automotive and Haering Precision USA. Photos submitted by Terri Partain.

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Externship program gives educators a look at local manufacturing

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Thursday, July 16, 2026
Submitted by Terri PartainHart County Industrial Building AuthorityClassrooms and manufacturing floors came together June 8-11 as local educators traded lesson plans for safety glasses during the Hart Connects: Educator Externship, a workforce development initiative led by the Hart County...
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Chamber, Charter System to hold back to school event July 25

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Thursday, July 16, 2026
By Madison Lintonnews@thehartwellsun.com The Hart County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Hart County Schools, is holding a Back to School Blast for the 2026-2027 school year July 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, in the Hart County High School gym.