ROTC Raiders Compete

Hart County’s Army JROTC program hosted a Raider Challenge on Saturday, Oct. 3, that brought ROTC programs from 15 area schools to Hart County High School.

The Sun awarded for local coverage and Best of CNI

The Hartwell Sun was recently awarded for its local news coverage and for being among the best newspapers of Community Newspapers Inc. The Sun earned the Best Local News Coverage award and the Best of CNI award for division B in the company’s Better Newspapers Contest.

Domestic violence increases as Purple Pledge ramps up

Domestic violence incidents are happening more frequently, and often times with more violence, locally and nationally during the pandemic, local experts say. But the Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence has made it its goal to prevent any more violence in homes.

Creative Halloween, fall events planned

Have no fear — trick or treating is still here — sort of. Despite virus-prompted cancelations of many large events this year, there are still some family-friendly Halloween activities available locally during the spooky season.

Governor officially suspends county commissioner

Gov. Brian Kemp is officially suspending Hart County Commissioner R.C. Oglesby from office. Kemp will now appoint a temporary replacement to fill Oglesby’s District 1 seat on the board of commissioners, state law dictates. An executive order issued by Kemp dated Sept.

The Blotter

The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Sept. 23 • Frederick Jerome Teasley, 36, 92 Sanders Street, was arrested and charged with aggravated battery, kidnapping and battery. Sept. 24 • Charles Anthony Armstrong, 54, 214 Hall Street, Anderson, S.C.

Old method meets new technology in bright idea

Hart County Middle School Teacher Leland Jones is making it easier for students to show their work while doing math on their computers. Jones plans to use the money he received from his Hart EMC Bright Ideas Grant to buy what he described as “slates” for his students.

Kiwi Crates aim of teacher’s grant money

North Hart Elementary School Teacher Emilee Patrick is not letting virtual learning prevent her fifth-grade students from getting an interactive learning experience. “This year, I really wanted to think of an idea that could get my kids’ hands on their learning,” Patrick said.

Hart transit to provide rides for early voting

Hart County Public Transit will be providing transportation services to senior citizens for early voting.

Tax commissioner hopefuls share platforms

Name: Brad E. Goss (Democrat) Occupation (work experience): Self employment, eight years in military, leadership roles in for profit and nonprofit businesses, 15 years as a certified appraiser for Hart County and 21 years of pastoral leadership.