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Photo by Madison Linton.

Photo by Madison Linton.

Hartwell250: Sharing stories through music

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Presented in partnership with By the People, the Hart County Chamber of Commerce, the Arts Center of Hartwell, Common Ground, High Cotton Music Hall and Hartwell Main Street, the Porch Songs and Public Voices Festival highlighted the community's historical ties to the Cherokee Indian tribe and its...
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

Schools seek input on planning

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Submitted by Grayson WilliamsHart County Charter SystemHart County Charter System officials invite citizens to give their input on the Hart County Charter System’s 2026 - 2027 CLIP LEA Plan (CNA -- Comprehensive Needs Assessment & DIP -- District Improvement Plan).
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

Pinnacle Bank merger to become Vallant Bank

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Submitted by Vallant Financial Inc.Vallant Financial Inc. announced last week it has completed the merger between Vallant and Morris State Bancshares Inc.Vallant was previously known as Pinnacle Financial Corporation and changed its name in anticipation of the merger.
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

Farm Bureau seeking entries for farm dog contest

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Submitted by Tina SimmonsHart County Farm BureauFarm dogs play a special role on the farm. They may herd livestock or guard livestock and property. They also provide companionship and joy to their families.
Steve Coughlin, along with with Probable Cause bandmates, received several nominations for the 2026 International Singer-Songwriters Association Awards (ISSA). Pictured are members (L-R) Mickey Davenport, Aubrey Barton, Larry Fredricks, Allison Murillo, Mike Smith and Steve Coughlin. Photo submitted by Laura Feagle.

Steve Coughlin, along with with Probable Cause bandmates, received several nominations for the 2026 International Singer-Songwriters Association Awards (ISSA). Pictured are members (L-R) Mickey Davenport, Aubrey Barton, Larry Fredricks, Allison Murillo, Mike Smith and Steve Coughlin. Photo submitted by Laura Feagle.

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Coughlin nominated for handful of music awards

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
By Madison Lintonnews@thehartwellsun.comHartwell musician Steve Coughlin, alongside lead Probable Cause guitarist Mickey Davenport and bandmates, has been nominated for awards at the 2026 International Singer-Songwriters Assocation Awards (ISSA).
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

Cooling assistance open

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Submitted by Gabby HesterNinth District Opportunity, Inc.Home cooling help for the elderly and medically homebound opened  April 1 for Hart County residents.
Volunteers and coordinators from the CASA for the Northern Judicial Circuit, Inc. Photo by Madison Linton.

Volunteers and coordinators from the CASA for the Northern Judicial Circuit, Inc. Photo by Madison Linton.

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CASA is in search of volunteers

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Thursday, April 23, 2026
On a cloudy Monday afternoon, volunteers and coordinators for the Northern Judicial Circuit (NJC) region of Court Appointed Special Coordinators (CASA) gathered outside the Royston office for a prayer vigil led by Donnie Bolemon, pastor at Providence Church at Shoal Creek in Lavonia.