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Sophomore guard Jaycee Wiley dribbles the ball up the court in the 45-43 win over Athens Academy on Dec. 10.

Sophomore guard Jaycee Wiley dribbles the ball up the court in the 45-43 win over Athens Academy on Dec. 10.

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Lady Dogs go 2-1 in three game stretch

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
After the Lady Dogs four game win streak was snapped on the road against Athens Christian, Hart beat Washington-Wilkes and then returned the favor and handed Athens Academy their first loss of the season in a thriller. On Dec.
Senior Mat Dog Harrison Krause wins his 100th career high school match against Franklin.

Senior Mat Dog Harrison Krause wins his 100th career high school match against Franklin.

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Krause captures his 100th win with the Mat Dogs

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Senior Mat Dog Harrison Krause picked up his 100th career high school win for Hart County in the 51-27 loss at the Franklin County Duals. On Dec. 10, Hart County traveled to Carnesville to compete in the Franklin County Duals, with Krause searching for his 100th high school win as a Mat Dog.
First row from left is Makenna Seawright, Morgan Freeman, Emily Bowers, and Briana Blewitt. Second row from left is Kashae Rucker, Samantha Wilson, Lake Carter, and Lyra Osborne. Third row from left is Landry Wheless, Katelyn Bryant, Olivia Bledsoe, and Kaylee Nelson. Fourth row from left is Natalee Davis, Ayden Mercer, Scarlett Lewis, Ashlyn Adams, and coach Mollie Payne. Fifth row from left is Baylee Graham, Morgan Simmons, and Khalis Blackwell. Sixth row from left is Bree Dickerson, Sierra Fleeman, Hudso

First row from left is Makenna Seawright, Morgan Freeman, Emily Bowers, and Briana Blewitt. Second row from left is Kashae Rucker, Samantha Wilson, Lake Carter, and Lyra Osborne. Third row from left is Landry Wheless, Katelyn Bryant, Olivia Bledsoe, and Kaylee Nelson. Fourth row from left is Natalee Davis, Ayden Mercer, Scarlett Lewis, Ashlyn Adams, and coach Mollie Payne. Fifth row from left is Baylee Graham, Morgan Simmons, and Khalis Blackwell. Sixth row from left is Bree Dickerson, Sierra Fleeman, Hudso

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Athlete of the Week sponsored by Johnson Heating and Air: HCHS Sideline Cheer

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
The Hartwell Sun and the Hart County Charter System have teamed up to present an Athlete of the Week presented by Johnson Heating & Air.
The Hart County High School sideline cheer squad flashes their medals and trophy after claiming state runner-ups at the GHSA gameday competition in Columbus, Ga. on Dec. 4.

The Hart County High School sideline cheer squad flashes their medals and trophy after claiming state runner-ups at the GHSA gameday competition in Columbus, Ga. on Dec. 4.

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STATE RUNNER-UPS

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
For the first time in school history, the Hart County High School sideline cheer squad finished as the state runner-ups in their first attempt at the GHSA gameday cheer competition.
Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas announced that he is entering the transfer portal on Dec. 10. Photo by Virginia Tech Athletics.

Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas announced that he is entering the transfer portal on Dec. 10. Photo by Virginia Tech Athletics.

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Thomas enters transfer portal

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas has entered the transfer portal. Thomas, a former Hart County running back, entered his name into the transfer portal on Dec. 9 after spending the past four years in the Hokies program. Thomas played in 12 games in 2021 and three games as a starter.
The Atkins Home located on Paradise Point Rd. is French country cottage built in July 2024, and will be featured on this year’s Tour of Homes.

The Atkins Home located on Paradise Point Rd. is French country cottage built in July 2024, and will be featured on this year’s Tour of Homes.

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Service League presents Christmas Tour of Homes

Patrick Fargason - Editor and Publisher
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
A holiday tradition will return to Hart County next weekend featuring historic residences and holiday decorations. The Hartwell Service League’s (HSL) annual Christmas Tour of Homes will feature five beautifully decorated homes throughout the county that patrons can tour on Saturday, Dec.
Photo by Scott Rodgerson

Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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The Blotter

News Staff
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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 Dec. 3-9, 2024. Names, ages and towns are listed as they appear in the computer. Offenses listed are charges; guilt has not been proven.
The Hartwell Sun

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Poinsettias: A Christmas Tradition

News Staff
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas, because everywhere you go you will find beautiful and classic poinsettias. Despite only being on the shelves for a limited time, poinsettias are the best-selling potted plant in the United States, with over 33 million plants being produced each year.