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Pictured during a donation to purchase a third drug dog for the Hart County Sheriff’s office are (L-R) Deputy Steve Williams and Jax, Sheriff Chris Carroll, Matt Denton and Deputy Luke Bennett and Zeek.

Pictured during a donation to purchase a third drug dog for the Hart County Sheriff’s office are (L-R) Deputy Steve Williams and Jax, Sheriff Chris Carroll, Matt Denton and Deputy Luke Bennett and Zeek.

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Local donation to supply third drug dog for HCSO

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The battle against drugs in Hart County has been a continuous challenge, with methamphetamine, fentanyl, and opioids a problem in the community.
Photo by Scott Rodgerson

Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Hart County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests:   The following is a list of names entered into the booking computer at Hart County Jail for Jan. 28 - Feb. 3, 2025. Names, ages and towns are listed as they appear in the computer.
Alan Powell

Alan Powell

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2025 Legislative Newsletter – Week 6

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
My colleagues and I returned to the Georgia State Capitol on Monday, Feb. 10 to kick off the fifth week of the 2025 legislative session. We have been hard at work, addressing the issues that matter most to you and advancing important legislation.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Check up on yourself

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
A young boy went into the drug store along the town square where he lived and asked the pharmacist if he could make a phone call. Of course the man said yes. He knew the lad to be a good boy who came from a fine family. Upon dialing the number, the young man asked the lady on the other end, “Mrs.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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You said nothing

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
To all the people who are losing their minds over the Trump administration moves, I offer this: When millions of illegals were ushered in through the southern border, you said nothing!
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Why are we firing federal employees?

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
It is difficult to understand what will be accomplished by firing federal employees. The real issue facing the federal government is the enormous debt of $35.5 trillion, which is a result of the low annual tax revenue of $1.60 trillion and high spending of $2.44 trillion. If all 2.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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What are the drought plans for Savannah River withdrawal?

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
A proposed new Savannah River water intake to supply the huge Hyundai manufacturing plant is expected to withdraw 20 million gallons a day by 2030. See “Mid-year state budget sails through Georgia House” on page 3A of the Feb. 13 edition of The Hartwell Sun.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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Musk’s rush to change America and the world

Dink NeSmith
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
(Editor’s Note: Last February, I wrote a review of Walter Isaacson’s biography of Elon Musk. This is a follow-up. When you are the richest person in the world, what else could you want? Power. And that’s exactly what President Donald Trump has given his biggest financial campaign contributor.
Dewy tolerates the many pet hats/headpieces I often find and can’t resist putting on her for a little photoshoot.

Dewy tolerates the many pet hats/headpieces I often find and can’t resist putting on her for a little photoshoot.

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Celebrating National Love Your Pet Day

Rose Scoggins - Editor and Publisher
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
I was reminded while scrolling through Facebook memories earlier this week that today is National Love Your Pet Day. Who comes up with all these national days and when they are, I have no clue. Nevertheless, today could be considered a special one for all of us pet lovers out there.
Photo by Emma Harper

Photo by Emma Harper

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Annual Polar Bear Plunge coming March 1

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Northeast Georgia (NEGA) Council on Domestic Violence is proud to partner with Purina to present the 29th Annual Polar Bear Plunge and Winter Festival March 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will take place at the Gum Branch Mega Ramp located at 1352 Vanna Waller Road.