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Bulldogs’ sophomore running back Faustino Rangel rushes for only 12 yards on six carries in the 19-0 shutout loss to the Ringgold Tigers in the first round of the state playoffs Nov. 15. Photo by Greg Gaines.

Bulldogs’ sophomore running back Faustino Rangel rushes for only 12 yards on six carries in the 19-0 shutout loss to the Ringgold Tigers in the first round of the state playoffs Nov. 15. Photo by Greg Gaines.

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Dogs exit playoffs after shutout loss to Tigers

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Hart County’s defense did everything it could to hold the Tigers off the scoreboard, but the Dogs’ offense couldn’t get going in the 19-0 loss to Ringgold in the first round of the state playoffs. On Nov. 15, Hart traveled to Ringgold, Ga.
Clifford Jones, a World War II veteran, holding his honorable discharge letter from 1946. 

Clifford Jones, a World War II veteran, holding his honorable discharge letter from 1946. 

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Clifford Jones is Loving Life

Rachel Black - Staff Writer
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
From serving his country and fighting Nazis, to enduring discrimination at home, to facing difficulties as a farmer, 99-year-old Clifford Jones is a treasure trove of stories. These memories, while invaluable, are not merely memories--they are a reflection of history and a call to learn from it.
The Angel Tree project in Mrs. List’s classroom at Hart County High School.

The Angel Tree project in Mrs. List’s classroom at Hart County High School.

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“Angel tree” project is the gift of giving

Rachel Black - Staff Writer
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
The local YMCA and a high school class are both offering opportunities for the public to provide Christmas presents for foster children through the Angel Tree project--allowing not only the general public, but also youth specifically, to experience the gift of giving.
Photo by Scott Rodgerson

Photo by Scott Rodgerson

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The Blotter

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 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 Nov. 11-17, 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

The Hartwell Sun

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Human Beings: Incredible, Yes! Perfect, No!

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
One of man’s ultimate dilemmas involves the question, “Why is there so much turmoil in the world as a result of people and nations not being able to get along peacefully?
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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An Attitude of Gratitude

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Once upon a time, a mother and her four-year-old daughter were making their way through an outdoor market in the town where they lived. Spotting the little child staring at a large display of oranges, the generous vendor took one from the table and gave it to her. “What do you say to the nice man?
The Hartwell Sun

The Hartwell Sun

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How Trump won Georgia after his defeat in 2020

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
For the second time in as many statewide elections, Georgia voters contributed to a comeback. Beyond that headline, the similarities between Brian Kemp’s re-election in 2022 and Donald Trump’s restoration in 2024 begin to fade.