Hart County Fact Book 2015

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HART “You’ll never want to leave!”

A 2015 Guide to Hartwell & Hart County, GA 2015 HART COUNTY, GEORGIA Published by The Hartwell Sun1

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Chamber of Commerce Important Numbers Nancy Hart Visits Northview Cemetery The Hart County Museum Historical Downtown Walking Tour The Hart County Quilt Trail Downtown Development Authority City of Hartwell Town of Bowersville Hartwell National Guard Armory The Hartwell Police Department City of Hartwell Fire Department Hart County Fire Department Hart County Sheriff’s Office 9-1-1 Emergency Medical Service Georgia State Patrol Office Animal Control Archway Partnership Industrial Building Authority Hart County Government The Franklin/Hart Airport Tax Assessors Office Tax Commissioner Board of Elections & Registration Elected Government Officials State, County & City Officials Hart County Library Hart County School Systems Mountain Education Charter High School Hart County Head Start

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Community Services Local Churches Lake Hartwell Camping Lake Hartwell Day Use Areas Hartwell Dam & Visitor Center The Gum Branch Recreation & Tournament Facility Fishing Piers 2015 Lake Hartwell Antique Boat Festival The Hydro-Turf Pro Watercross Tour Hartwell Golf Club Cateechee Golf Club Recreation Department Little League Family Activities Hart County Community Theatre Savannah River Productions The Art Center Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center Avita Community Partners Hart County Health Department Cooperative Extension Service Georgia Department of Agriculture Hart Community Garden Hart County Botanical Garden & Friends Clubs and Organizations Memorial Day Weekend Events Community Events FLW College Southeastern Conference Fishing Tournaments

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Chamber of Commerce Hart County Market Profile Hart County Population ....................................25,426 Growth rate 2015-2020 .........................................1.7% U.S. Growth rate 2015-2020 .................................3.7% Georgia Growth rate 2015-2020 ..........................4.8% Average Household Income .............................$48.1K Homeowners ....................................................... 75.4% Median Price ......................................................114.2K Rental ................................................................... 24.6% (L-R) Ruth Austin, Bo Bynum, and Nicki Meyer

Hart County Chamber of Commerce 31 East Howell Street, PO Box 793, Hartwell, GA 30643 Phone: 706-376-8590 • Fax: 706-376-5177 hartchamber@hartcom.net Nicki Meyer - Executive Director hartchamber-nicki@hartcom.net Bo Bynum and Ruth Austin Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Closed at lunch time for one hour)

Ethnicity & Household Anglo-White ....................................................... 74.9% Hispanic/Latino .....................................................3.8% African-American .............................................. 18.7% Asian ..........................................................................1% Other .......................................................................1.6% Source--US Census Bureau 2015; Nielsen 2014-15, Experience 2015 --

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artwell is filled with year round exciting outdoor adventures, beautiful nature trails, a thriving Downtown Arts and Theater hub, interesting shops and loads of history. We invite you to spend time with us. For the vacationer, you can camp, fish, bike, hike, swim, boat and ski at many of our great state parks and outdoor areas located right on beautiful Lake Hartwell. If golf is your pastime, then enjoy our public course at Hartwell Golf Club or the semi-private Audubon designated signature course at Cateechee Golf Club, situated on 380 acres of rustic tranquility. For the ladies, shopping downtown is a treat for the home décor, antique, clothing, jewelry and gift lover in all of us. Try out a Brighton handbag at Bailes-Cobb, treasure hunt for antiques at Your Heart’s Desire, or Shoppe on the Square, discover the re-purposed home décor at Porch and Home or jewelry shop at Tena’s. In addition, check out all your outdoor gear at Foothills outfitters. All can be found in and around our Historic Downtown Square. Catch a play at the Hart County Community Theatre or Savannah River Playhouse, or take in a live music most Saturday nights at Bluegrass Express on Depot Street or Swamp Guinea Bar and Grill on Highway 51 North. If you are a history buff, try the Historic Downtown Hartwell walking tour or visit the Hart County Historical Museum located at the Teasley-Holland House at 31 East Howell Street. Hartwell’s most famous attraction is its 222 miles of Lake Hartwell’s shoreline. Lake Hartwell is a perfect location for a weekend getaway, the advent fisherman, water sportsman, and boaters alike. Hartwell Marina and Harbor Light Marina both offer rental boats and all types of boat storage. Our well priced hotels are convenient to town and the many campsites for tents and RV’s can accommodate any size party. There is always something happening in Hartwell. Year round, Hartwell has a series of arts and crafts festivals and special events all geared to give your family a great time. Some events include the Antique Boat Show in April, the Lake Hartwell Dam Run and Cars & Guitars in May. The Pre-4th Extravaganza which includes the famous craft fair, Dancin’ on Depot, and fireworks in June, the month long Scarecrow Bash Decorating contest in October, or the annual Parade of Lights in December will have you coming back for years to experience them. Check out the chamber web site www.hart-chamber.org for a full list and let us know how we can help you during your stay. We are an Entrepreneur friendly and Camera Ready community. So come spend time with us in our warm, welcoming, beautiful community full of rich natural resources and southern hospitality. Our lake may bring you here, but the people will bring you back! You’ll surely “Never Want to Leave!” Nicki Meyer, Executive Director

Top 5 Reasons to Join the 2015 Hart County Chamber of Commerce Are yo u th in k in g a b o u tjo in in g o r ren ew in g yo u r m em b ersh ip to th e Ch a m b er o fCo m m erce b u tyo u w a n ted to k n o w th e b en efits?

H E R E AR E TH E TOP 5 R E ASON S TO JOIN : R ea so n 1:-Let us help you know what is happening in town. R ea so n 2:-We can help you increase your business exposure. R ea so n 3 :-Grow your business referrals. R ea so n 4 :-Increase walk in traffic to your location R ea so n 5 :-Save money on our group insurance plans

2015 Community Events April 10-11....Hart County’s Botanical Garden Plant Sale April 18th....THE ANTIQUE BOAT FESTIVAL at Hartwell Marina* May 2nd....37th ANNUAL LAKE HARTWELL DAM RUN May 2nd....First Saturday’s Concert at Hartwell Marina** May 23rd....8th Annual “Cars and Guitars” Festival, Downtown* May 23rd....LAKE HARTWELL MUSIC FESTIVAL at Long Point Rec. May 23-24th....Challenge of the Centuries 2-day Bike Ride June 6th....First Saturday’s Concert at Hartwell Marina** June 19, 20 & 21st....”Les Miserables” at the ROCK GYM, Elberton June 26th....DANCIN’ on Depot, Downtown Hartwell** June 27th....Pre-4th Weekend Craft Fair, Downtown Hartwell June 27th....Pre-4th Fireworks Show at Big Oaks Rec. Area* July 3rd....Free Music Concert at Hartwell Marina** August 1st....First Saturday’s Concert at Hartwell Marina** August 8-9th....WET AND WILD WEEKEND at Hartwell Marina* Sept. 26th....Hart County’s FARM FEST* Oct. 1-31st....Hartwell’s Scarecrow Bash Contest begins** Oct. 31st....The MONSTER MASH in Downtown Hartwell** Nov. 27th....”Home for the Holiday’s” Tree Lighting** Dec. 5th....Hart County’s Christmas Parade*

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Important Numbers Hart County Fact Book is published with pride by The Hartwell Sun. For further assistance, please feel free to contact us at 706-376-8025. www.thehartwellsun.com Emergency Numbers Emergency .................................. 911 Hartwell Police ....... 706-376-3111 Hartwell Fire ............ 706-376-4756 Sheriff ’s Office ......... 706-376-3114 GA State Patrol ....... 706-282-4531 Hart County Fire ..... 706-856-5325 Hart County EMS .. 706-376-3930 Coroner ..................... 706-856-5322 Hart Co. Battered Women’s Hotline ....................... 706-376-7111 Georgia Forestry Commission Burn Permits or to report a fire ................................. 1-800-342-6580 Hart County Chamber of Commerce ...................................... 706-376-8590 Hartwell Main Street (DDA) ..................................... 706-376-0188 Bowersville Town Hall ...................................... 706-245-8971 Clothes Closet ...................................... 706-376-2022 Driver’s License Elberton: Thurs.- Fri. at the Old Middle School on Forest Ave., .............. 706-213-2200 Toccoa Dept. of Motor Vehicles .................... 706-282-4821 Athens Dept. of Motor Vehicles .........706-542-9928, 706-552-4427 Education Board of Education 706-376-5141 Elementary Schools Hartwell ............... 706-376-4425 North Hart .......... 706-856-7369 South Hart .......... 706-856-7383 Hart County High School ...................................... 706-376-5461 Head Start ............... 706-376-9355 Hart County Middle School ...................................... 706-376-5431 The Barnes Academy (Christian) ...................................... 706-377-3856 Special Education .. 706-376-4209 Higher Education Adult Learning Center .........706-856-2655, 706-376-5534 6

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Athens Technical College Elberton .............. 706-213-2100 Emmanuel College Royston ............... 706-245-7226 N. GA Tech ................ 706-754-7700 Employment Department of Labor Toccoa .................... 706-282-4515 Tri-State Staffing .. 706-376-8780 Workforce Readiness Certification ....... 706-376-3000 Food Bank of NE Georgia ..................................... 706-356-4416 GA Army National Guard ...................................... 706-856-2699 Hart County 911 Addressing, Building Permits ...................................... 706-376-1468 Board of Commissioners ...................................... 706-376-2024 Board of Registrars 706-376-8911 Extension Service .. 706-376-3134 Family and Children Services ...................................... 706-856-2740 Farm Service Agency ...................................... 706-376-5451 Industrial Building Authority ...................................... 706-856-2452 Jail .............................. 706-856-5338 Property Appraisal 706-376-3997 Public Works ........... 706-376-2024 Soil Conservation .. 706-376-2876 Road Dept. .............. 706-376-2377 Tax Assessor ............ 706-376-3997 Tax Commissioner ...................................... 706-376-3944 Hartwell City Hall .................... 706-376-4756 Housing Authority 706-376-3153 Judge of Recorders Court ...................................... 706-856-3235 Street Dept. ............. 706-856-3233

Health Environmental ........ 706-376-2582 Health Dept. ........... 706-376-5117 Mental Health/Substance Abuse ...................................... 706-376-4002 Emergency, 1-800-347-5827 Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center ...................................... 706-356-7800

GA Poison Control . 800-222-1222 Historical Society ...................................... 706-376-6330 Judicial Clerk of Court .......... 706-376-7189 County Attorney ... 706-376-5418 District Attorney ... 706-376-3128 Magistrate Court .... 706-376-6817 Northern Judicial Court ...................................... 706-376-7191 Parole Office ............ 706-376-5420 Probate Judge ....... 706-376-2565 Public Defender ..... 706-283-2921 Clerk of Superior of Court ...................................... 706-376-7189 Superior Court Judge ...................................... 706-376-7151 Library Hart County Library ...................................... 706-376-4655 Newspaper The Hartwell Sun .. 706-376-8025 NE Georgia Animal Shelter ...................................... 706-356-5363 Post Office Bowersville .............. 706-245-6618 Hartwell .................... 706-376-4423 Radio WKLY AM 980 ......... 706-376-2233 WHLR FM 92.1 ........ 706-356-0921

Sardis ......................... 706-376-1756 Shoal Creek ............. 706-356-7085 Waste Away ............ 706-213-1330 Utilities Cable Comcast ............... 706-376-9857 HTC Cable ............ 706-856-2288 Internet Comcast ............... 706-376-9857 HTC Global Net ... 706-376-5101 Electric Georgia Power ... 706-376-4727 Hart EMC .............. 706-376-4714 Natural Gas City .........................706-376-4756 Telephone AT&T Wireless .......... 706-856-6850 HTC ............................. 706-376-4701 Verizon Wireless ..... 706-377-3353 Water & Sewage City ............................. 706-376-4756 Hart County Water and Sewer Utility Authority ..................................... 706-377-4387 US Army Corps of Engineers ...................................... 706-856-0300 USDA Rural Development ...................................... 706-376-5451 Veterans Service ...................................... 706-376-4461 Whitworth Women’s Facility ...................................... 706-856-2601

Recreation YMCA ........................ 706-856-9622 Recreation Dept .... 706-376-8528 Senior Center ....... 706-376-3975 Garbage City ............................. 706-376-4756 Toney’s Sanitation . 706-376-5332 Transfer Station ..... 706-376-7333 Convenience Centers Airline ....................... 706-376-1752 Goldmine ................. 706-245-8396 Hartwell .................... 706-856-5346 Hickory Crossing ... 706-376-7333 Liberty Hill ............... 706-376-1756 Nuberg ..................... 706-376-1757 Reed Creek .............. 706-376-1754

ZIP CODES Bowersville ......................30516 Bowman ...........................30624 Canon ...............................30520 Carnesville.......................30521 Commerce.......................30529 Dewy Rose ......................30634 Elberton ...........................30635 Franklin Springs ............30639 Gainesville .......................30501 Hartwell............................30643 Lavonia .............................30553 Royston ............................30662 Toccoa...............................30577

Hart County’s History

Nancy Hart Visits Northview Cemetery Hart County was formed by an act of the Georgia legislature in 1853 and laid out the next year from territory which was formerly Elbert and Franklin Counties. The county was named for Nancy Hart, a woman of remarkable strength and decision of character. She exhibited as much courage and heroism as any woman during the Revolution War. After the county lines had been determined, it was divided into eight militia districts. The 1112th district was named the town district. On May 12, 1854, 100 acres of land was purchased from the James Vickery family for the sum of $200,000, on which to locate the town

Sarah Lesseur portrays Nancy Hart at Northview Cemetery in Hartwell.

and county seat. The area was divided into 139 lots, numbered 1 to 139. Lot number 122 was donated for the cemetery of the town, lo-

cated on Carolina Street for its direction leading out of town. Laid to rest in the historical Northview Cemetery are many of the pioneer citizens,

including former mayors, sheriffs, doctors, lawyers, teachers, business men and women, ministers, organization leaders, homemakers, soldiers and veterans of many wars. At one time there was a pretty wooden gazebo at the entrance. Today the right column at the entrance pillow reads, “Erected by the Womans Club, August 1915.’ These ladies helped to keep the cemetery neat and attractive in appearance. In 1991, the Northview Cemetery Association was formed. This association was formed to help maintain and care for the property. They have made many improvements to this beautiful and historical cemetery.

The Hart County Museum 31 East Howell Street, Hartwell 706-376-8590

The Hart County Historical Society and Museum was organized in 1989 to preserve the history of Hart County for future generations. The Hart County Museum houses a large collection of

memorabilia which showcases the history of Hart County. Artifacts are displayed about Nancy Hart, the Revolutionary war heroine for whom Hart County was named. Other interesting items are: a Coke bottling machine, Hart County’s first stereo, clothing dating back to Hart County’s early days, artwork, and photographs of the Hartwell Dam construction. Come and learn more about Hart County’s vast history as you tour the museum. The museum houses the Hart County Chamber of Commerce and historical articles of Hart County’s past. Books are available for sale at the museum during the Chamber of Commerce business hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some of the books offered are by local authors. Some titles include: “The History of Hart County” (Third printing) by

Teasley-Holland House is the home of Hart County Chamber of Commerce and the Museum.

John W. Baker; “Vignettes of Hart I”, “ Vignettes of Hart II”, and “A Century of Rural Electricity” (Three books) by Sam Hilliard, Historian. “A Calling of Churches” (giving history of every church in Hart County). “City of Hartwell Map” by John W. Baker. The books can be gifts for your family and friends to learn and preserve the history of Hart County. Please make plans to visit the

museum. You will learn many fun and interesting facts about our county. Donations to the Hart County Historical Society are greatly appreciated. Your contributions help preserve and maintain the history of Hart County. The Society is open to all for membership. For information, email HCHS@hartcom.net or write to P.O. Box 96, Hartwell, GA 30643. 2015 HART COUNTY, GEORGIA

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Take a stroll through downtown Hartwell

Historical Downtown Walking Tour In an effort to inform tourists about the rich history of Hartwell, a local committee of volunteers working with the University of Georgia/ Hart County Archway Partnership created a historical downtown walking tour. The tour begins at the Hart County Chamber of Commerce on Howell Street and winds its way through Hartwell’s downtown area. Thirtytwo historic commercial and residential properties that are important to Hartwell’s social, political, architectural, and economic history have been selected for inclusion on the tour. The route travels portions of Howell Street, Jackson Street, Depot Street, Forest Avenue, Benson Street and Franklin Street. Tour brochures are available at the Hart County Chamber of Commerce office, visitors’ center on Interstate 85 and Hartwell downtown businesses.

To view the tour, visit http://vimeo. com/19182124. Properties along the Walk 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Teasley-Holland House Thomas William Teasley House Kidd-Bailey House Isham Hailey House Ira “Doc” Adams House

6. Hartwell First United Methodist Church 7. The Corner 8. Hartwell Train Depot 9. Depot Street 10. Hart County Community Theatre 11. Cleveland Ford Dealership 12. Hailey’s Corner 13. Howell St., facing Hart Co. Court house 14. Hartwell First Presbyterian Church 15. The Skelton House 16. McCurry - Hodges House 17. Hartwell Elementary School 18. W.L. “Willie” Brown House 19. Gus Skelton House 20. Inman Alford House 21. Women’s Club House 22. John B. Benson House 23. Gordon Law Firm 24. Bowers Flooring 25. Carter Law Office 26. Hang It Up Gallery and Studios 27. Your Hart’s Desire 28. Market 50

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are currently provided for each block on the Hart County Quilt Trail web site and Facebook page. Planning for the Hart County Quilt Trail began in 2012, when a committee was formed to discuss creating a trail. The quilt trail committee received an Operation Roundup grant from the Hart EMC Foundation to kick-start the project. Grant funds were used to purchase supplies for the first 20 quilt block signs as well as develop a web site to promote the trail. The Madora Garden Club and John Benson Chapter of DAR stepped forward to sponsor the first quilt block at the Cherokee Center of the World on U.S. Hwy 29. The site features a granite memorial installed by DAR in 1923 and landscaping maintained by the Madora Garden Club. “Our quilt block designs are traditional designs and have special meanings that are recognizable to quilters and those in the know,” said Hart County Archway Partnership director Ilka McConnell. “Participating sites select the quilt design and colors for

their block, so many of the quilt blocks are customized for their location. For example, the traditional quilt block design selected for the Cherokee Center of the World was “Indian Trails,” appropriate because the site was a historic assembly ground and trail junction of the Cherokee who lived in this area.” Since the organization installed its first block at the Center of the World, nearly 50 quilt blocks have been added to the quilt trail. Locations hosting color quilt blocks include historic homes in downtown Hartwell on Benson and Athens Streets, downtown businesses such

as Bailes-Cobb, Gordon Law Firm, Market 50 and Shoppe on the Square, farms, historic churches, and points of interest such as Cateechee Golf Club. Sponsors and businesses who support the quilt trail with a donation of $50 or more receive a special quilt block sign, a “friendship star,” to display. Quilt blocks are painted on weather resistant wood and were installed by committee members and volunteers. Painting is a multi-step process to ensure the colors are bold and the designs are crisp. The blocks are two-by-two and are mounted on metal realty-style frames that can easily be moved or removed for mowing. Quilt block signs are also mounted on walls or barns using specially-designed frames. Four-by-four signs are mounted on weather-treated posts.

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Whether you are a history buff or just enjoy learning about the heritage and culture of a small-town community, Hart County has just the trail to take and a map to get you there. The Hart County Quilt Trail includes nearly 50 colorful blocks. “Every community, like every person, has things that make them unique. This is one way to emphasize our historic and cultural uniqueness and to explore our community genealogy,” said Quilt Trail coordinator and committee chairman Mike Gordon. The goal of the Hart County Quilt Trail is to promote a variety of local historic homes, buildings, cemeteries, farms, barns, churches, points of interest and cultural treasures in the community in a unique way, as well as showcase public artwork. Local residents and visitors can follow the trail of colorful, hand-painted wooden quilt blocks throughout Hartwell and Hart County to find the places that make the area unique due to its historic and cultural significance. Quilt trails are a form of artsrelated tourism and creative place-making that began in the Midwest and Appalachian regions. Many of those trails display quilt blocks on large barns, which are very common due to the climate of those parts of the country. In South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee, quilt trails include blocks in a wide variety of locations, including barns. All quilt blocks are GPS-located and identified in future Quilt Trail brochures and CDs, along with a history of each quilt block location. Historical information and addresses

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Shopping, dining, and entertainment

Downtown Development Authority A Georgia Main Street City since 1997, Hartwell abounds with lovely historic homes and a charming, vibrant downtown business area featuring beautifully preserved buildHenley Cleary ings, circa 1879 Executive Director to 1925. Offering 706-376-0188 shopping, dining, entertainment‌ downtown Hartwell has something for everyone. Antique shops attract both serious and novice collectors. Gift shops and art galleries feature works by regional artists and fine craftsmen. You will find the latest in fashion and jewelry as well as what you need for outdoor recreation. Take a break from your hectic day to en-

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joy the peace and tranquility of our small town. “Sit a spell� on a bench and watch the world go by. Hungry? There are a variety of restaurants to please any palate. Stroll our downtown streets and pop into some of the retail stores that offer a variety of items and services, as well as personal service with a smile. History buffs will enjoy the self-guided historic downtown walking tour as well as a walk through the nearby historic Northview Cemetery. Don’t miss the beauty of the grand old homes of the historic districts along Benson and Athens Streets. Hartwell is home to a thriving visual and performing arts community. The newly renovated regional Art Center draws art enthusiasts with its exhibitions and classes. With two local theatrical groups, Hart County Community Theatre and Savannah River Productions, our community offers a variety of musical and theatrical productions throughout the year.

Hartwell Downtown Development Authority

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The Downtown Development Authority / Main Street Program host a variety of events throughout the year. First Saturdays on the lake with live music and food are scheduled May through August. The month of October sees the invasion of hundreds of creative Scarecrows throughout the town. The mayor’s Monster Mash culminates the month on October 31. The Christmas holidays begin with the annual lighting of the Christmas tree on the town square. There is something for everyone throughout the year. Visit us at www.hartwellmainstreet.com for more information. Come see for yourself and you may just stay awhile!

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A small city full of southern charm

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he council and myself continue to focus our energy on growing the local economy and improving the quality of life for our community. Most recently, city leadership has worked Brandon Johnson to reopen the state park Mayor of Hartwell which will bring in 706-376-4811 thousands of people a year. Once opened, Hartwell will be one step closer to being a destination for tourists. Hartwell remains full of southern charm which makes it an ideal place to vacation, retire, or raise a family. Lake Hartwell is one of the southeast’s largest lakes and is home to great fishing, skiing, relaxing and family fun. Our downtown has two live production theaters, art galleries, antique and home decor stores, restaurants and much more. Hartwell truly has something for everyone. I invite you to come and see for yourself! I’m confident that 2015 will be our best year yet.

INSIDE CITY HALL Chief of Police 706-856-3213

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Working to build a new Bowersville

Town of Bowersville Bowersville was incorporated on Sept. 4, 1883. The town, with the highest altitude in Hart County at 934 feet, is on the National Register of Historic Places for its significant part in architectural, commercial and railroad history. Another part of the town’s history is that many of its businesses were destroyed in an 1888 fire. Bowersville is named after William Franklin Bowers, or “Uncle Billy”. Bowers originally started in the railroad business, and tried to connect Bowersville to Toccoa, but was unsuccessful. He later found success printing The American Union newspaper from his plant just outside of the town. The town was a commercial hub, attracting businessmen who stayed at the hotel and plied their business with

agricultural interests as well as interests in Toccoa and surrounding communities. During the 1940s and 50s, people in Hartwell enjoyed outings to Bowersville by train for dining and fellowship. Many of the old buildings are gone, while what is left is remnants of the town’s golden age. But a new era in Bowersville is growing.

The Bowersville Town Park hosts a children’s play area, walking trails and pavilions. The town also hosts an annual Christmas tree lighting to bring the community together. The town council is looking to continue to build a new Bowersville, while holding on

to that old charm. Some new projects include the operation of Rose Acre Feed Mill on the west side of town. The mill distributes feed to poultry facilities. The town council meets the second Monday of every month at the town hall at 6 p.m.

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Protecting, serving, keeping Hartwell safe

The Hartwell Police Department Chief Anthony Davis Emergency: 911 706-376-3111 • 706-856-3213

The Hartwell Police Department is staffed by 24 officers, an investigator and assistant chief. Chief Anthony Davis began heading the department this year after serving as a patrol officer, investigator and captain. Davis graduated from Columbus State University Command College in 2001. He has served as an instructor for advanced Special Weapons and Tactics schools at the Toccoa Georgia Police Law Enforcement Training Center. He holds numerous certifications including Georgia P.O.S.T. Firearms instructor, National Rifle Association Firearms instructor, GALEFI Firearms instructor and more. He has earned a total of 2,759 educational and law enforcement training hours from the Peace Officers Standards and Training Counsel ranging from human trafficking and street gang investigations to crime scene processing and death investigations. Besides their regular duties, officers have worked to increase safety and reduce the number of accidents within the city. The Department of Highway Safety

(L-R): Justice a narcotics and patrol K-9, Sgt. Sharod Blackwell, Sgt. Paul Agnew, Officer Kay Ankerich, Assistant Chief Stan Sayer, Chief Anthony Davis, and Officer Keith Cheek with Blue, a tracking K-9.

recently recognized the department for its efforts. The department regularly participates in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Click-It or Ticket program, which encourages residents to wear seat belts. They also participate in the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety’s Operation Zero Tolerance program, which seeks to decrease the incidence of drinking and driving. Officers are required to receive 20 hours of continuing

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education training each year in addition to the 20 hours required to remain certified. Officers are trained in the use of firearms, accident investigation, ethics and new laws. They also receive extended training on the use of force. Investigator

Eric Cutshall serves as the department’s training officer. The department uses Justice, a narcotics and patrol K-9. Officer Sharod Blackwell serves as his handler and trainer. Officer Keith Cheek is partnered with Blue, a tracking K-9.

D.A.R.E. Drug Abuse Resistance Education The Hartwell Police Department facilitates the Drug Abuse Resistance Education program to give children needed skills to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs and violence. The 10-week course also addresses peer pressure and techniques for resisting negative influences. Officer Kay Ankerich and Sgt. Paul Agnew serve as the DARE officers for fifth-graders at Hartwell Elementary. Ankerich and Agnew completed a two-week DARE training course. The program’s focus is to provide students with information on drugs and violence and educate them about making wise decisions. Students are taught how to make choices through the DARE decision-making model.

Proudly holds ISO Class 2 rating

City of Hartwell Fire Department

Terry Vickery Fire Chief 706-856-3209 Emergency: 911 hartwellfire@hartcom.net

The City of Hartwell Fire Department, headed by Chief Terry Vickery, is a combination department including nine full-time firefighters and 20 volunteers. All of Hartwell’s firefighters train in excess of the minimum training required by the state; the department’s personnel accumulated more than 4,000 hours of Georgia Fire Academy approved training in 2012 alone. Most of the department’s firefighters are certified as National Professional Qualifications Fire Fighter I through the

Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council, many of which are now FFII. Consisting of more than 200 hours of training for each level, the NPQ certification culminates with state administered final written exams and practical exams requiring firefighters to complete 24 detailed skills for each FF level with 100 percent accuracy. Each firefighter must maintain these skill levels by completing core competency evaluations annually. Practically any type of training evolutions is conducted at the departments training facility. The City of Hartwell Fire Department received an ISO Class 2 Fire Suppression Rating in July, making Hartwell one of the smallest jurisdictions in the nation with an ISO Class 2 rating or better. The Class 2 rating places Hartwell in the top 2 percent of fire departments in the United States. The department’s personnel work endless hours, day in and day out, throughout the year to meet the standards required to maintain this low insurance rating.

In 2013, the Hartwell Fire Department began training for its newly implemented Special Response Team (SRT). The SRT, now consisting of 19 members of the department, will specialize in Technical Heavy Rescue, including collapse rescue, confined space rescue, vehicle rescue, trench rescue and some high-angle rescue. The SRT members began the training in September and will train between 100 and 150 hours in 2014, in addition to their required fire training. Each member will be working toward National certifications in several technical rescue disciplines. The SRT will begin activating in mid 2015. The City of Hartwell Fire Department conducts pre-incident plan surveys on all nondwelling facilities in the city, a required process to gather critical information about the building and site before an incident occurs. The department conducts these surveys annually to meet these requirements. While conducting the pre-incident sur-

vey, fire department personnel also perform company inspections for the purpose of citing basic fire code violation. More serious violations found and violations found not corrected from previous inspections are reported to the fire chief for enforcement. In addition to enforcing Fire and Life Safety Codes, the fire chief ’s office permits and enforces all construction codes, and property maintenance codes. Complaints can be filed at the Office of Fire Chief/ Building Official to report any unsafe buildings, equipment, or practices, or for structures or premises that are poorly maintained. The department will be launching a new web site, www. hartwellfire.com, in the next few months.

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Dedicated volunteers

Hart County Fire Department Central Fire Station #1 117 N. Carolina St. Hartwell

Reed Creek Station #2 2025 Reed Creek School Rd., Hartwell

Goldmine Fire Station #3 5488 Goldmine-Airline Rd., Canon

Shoal Creek Fire Station #4 2175 Providence Church Rd., Lavonia

Bowersville Fire Station #5 6506 Bethany Bowersville Rd., Bowersville

Nancy Hart Station #6 4816 Cokesbury Hwy., Hartwell

Bio Fire Station #7 3227 Bio Church Rd., Hartwell,

Vanna Fire Station #8 1093 Joe Findley Rd., Royston

Rock Springs Station #9 124 Rock Springs Rd., Lavonia

Chief Jerry Byrum 706-856-5325 Emergency: 911 hcfchief@hartcom.net

The Hart County Fire Department serves the unincorporated areas of Hart County and the City of Bowersville. The department is a combination department with three full-time employees and 125

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volunteer on call firefighters. The department presently has nine stations located throughout the county and plans to add an additional station within the next couple of years to better serve it’s citizens. The ISO changed the way they determine the distance to a fire station. It used to be five miles as the “crow flies,” but but GPS, it is now road miles. By

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adding additional stations the department can get that corrected. The department has also put in place cooperative agreements with Elbert County so they can cover our areas outside the five miles and Hart can cover theirs without having to build an additional station. The department has a 4/9 ISO rating. The county is currently working on finalizing its program to reduce its rating to an overall ISO of 4 or 5. This will cut the ISO 9 insurance costs down and save millions of dollars to the county’s citizens. The department’s Training Division keeps additional training classes on the calendars to include: NPQ Firefighter 1 & 2, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, RIT, ICS, Rescue/Extrication, Firefighter Water Survival, Incident Safety Officer, Live Fire Evolutions

and Officer training to mention a few. The extensive training is required by ISO. The Department has also taken a proactive status this year by adopting the state’s firefighter draft regulations. By doing so, we want to demonstrate that our firefighters are in compliance before it becomes mandatory. The Department is always seeking dedicated individuals who want to volunteer with the department. If you have the time and determination to undergo the training to become a basic firefighter, the Hart County Fire Department would like to extend an invitation for you to apply to become part of our extended family. To learn more about the Department, visit our web site at: www.hartcountyga.gov/fire/ htm or stop by the station’s or the Chief ’s Office.

Working for a drug free community

Hart County Sheriff’s Office Mike Cleveland, Sheriff 706-376-3114 Emergency: 911 sheriff@hartcom.net

The Hart County Sheriff ’s Office includes 29 certified officers. All officers complete 20-50 hours of continued education each year, which includes training in use of force, firearms qualification and policy and procedure. Sheriff Mike Cleveland has headed the department since he was sworn into office in 2001. Cleveland says the department’s first priority is to serve residents of Hart County by ensuring public safety. “We try to patrol as much as possible in order to keep people safe and have a presence of law enforcement,” Cleveland said. The office’s investigation team includes investigators Sherman Payne, Marshall Norton, Chris Carroll and Joseph Haley. The office also uses a drugdetection K-9s, Molly and

Chuck, to help take drugs off the streets. Investigator Haley, is Molly’s handler and Captain Kevin White is Chuck’s handler. In addition to regular duties, Cleveland says officers work to

promote public safety through prevention. The office uses the media to encourage residents to be “nosy neighbors” by agreeing to look after each other’s safety and property.

Deputies also work to reduce crime by holding road checks in neighborhoods recently affected by burglaries and crimes. The Hart County Sheriff ’s Office also handles Metal Recyclers’ Registrations.

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The Hart County Sheriff ’s Office use the CHAMPS Drug Education program to give children needed skills to avoid involvement in drugs, alcohol, gangs, violence and other social issues. Investigator Chris Carroll serves as the CHAMPS officer for fifth-graders at North Hart Elementary and South Hart Elementary. Carroll completed a one-week CHAMPS training course. Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety (CHAMPS) was founded in 2003 by the Georgia Sheriff ’s Association to address the challenges that young people face. The 12-week course focuses to provide students with information on alcohol, ATV safety, bullying, choices/consequences, cocaine, gangs, child abduction safety, firearm safety, internet safety, marijuana, methamphetamine, peer pressure, prescription drugs, steroids, stress, tobacco, violence and water safety. For more information on the program, visit www.georgiasheriffs.org.

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Terrell Partain Director EMS, 911, EMA 706-376-3930 hartcoems@hartcom.net

When an Emergency occurs, whatever it may be, 9-1-1 should be called. When a 9-1-1 call comes in to the 9-1-1 headquarters, emergency personnel answer the call, simultaneously the location appears on the console.

The 9-1-1 personnel can look at the overview or zoom in to a building by building view actually showing the rectangles of homes and businesses. Emergency personnel, fire, law enforcement, emergency medical, public works and/or any other agency or department along with necessary vehicles, and emergency equipment are immediately dispatched to the location. The County’s Public Safety services are coordinated so that the appropriate people and equipment are dispatched immediately for any emergency. Addresses and phone numbers are constantly updated by 9-1-1 staff. The E-911 Addressing office is responsible for as-

signing newly created addresses, as well as naming new roads within the county. If you have recently moved, please contact the E-911 Addressing office and advise them of the change! Emergency Management is a term used to describe the steps

taken by government agencies including Public Safety and private sector partners to plan, organize, prepare and respond to provide services and actions for the saving of lives, protection of property, and the recovery from the effects of an emergency, disaster or catastrophe.

What is CodeRed®? Hart County E-911 uses CodeRed for emergency alert calls. It allows individuals to specify which contact mode they prefer. When delivery of the alert to this primary contact mode fails, the system will automatically fall back to other methods. All land lines of the 9-1-1 data base are already in the system. If you would like to add your cell phone to the alert and to sign up for free instant weather warnings please go to http://hartcountyga.gov/ and follow the link for CodeRed on the left of the page. If you have trouble or need assistance, contact either the 9-1-1 office or the EMA office at 706376-3930. This is a free service to the citizens of Hart County to provide an early warning for any disaster or other special situations.

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Georgia State Patrol opened its new post in Hart County Jan. 1, 2015. Post 52, located at 1529 Knox Bridge Crossing Road, has 15 officers patrolling Hart, Elbert and Franklin counties. Sergeant first class Al Whitworth is the post commander. Contact Post 52 at 706-3563542. State troopers assigned to the new Georgia State Patrol post in Hart County include, from left, front, Roger Fuller; Oneal Saddler; Al Whitworth - Post 52 commander; Judy Smith - Post 52 secretary; Brian Roberts - Post 52 assistant commander; Luke Mize; Tim Brock; and Rob Callahan. Back, Nic Johnson; Garrett Smith, John Giunta; Keith Canup - Troop B Commander; Matt Baxley; Eric Bohannon; Stacey Ayers; and Camran Fleming.

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County & City adopts animal control ordinance

Animal Control The ordinance prohibits dogs from running at large and requires dogs from running off the owner’s property regardless if the dog is wearing a collar or tag. A warning will be issued for the first violation to provide all animal owners an opportunity to learn the requirements of the ordinance. After that, the owner is subject to a fine and/or the dog can be picked up. All animals that are confiscated will be transported to the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter in Lavonia. However, owners will have to pay a base fee for housing the animal and an additional fee per day that the animal remains at the shelter in order to have the animal back.

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Hart County has adopted an animal control ordinance. Georgia State Law requires all pet owners to have a current rabies tag on the animal. If the dog has no collar and tag, then it is considered a stray animal and can be picked up by animal control.

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Owners will also be responsible for any necessary medical bills, such as if the animal was found injured. Based on the ordinance, anyone who abandons an animal is subject to a $1,000 fine and/or 30 days in jail. Anyone filing a complaint regarding a possible

animal control violation would have to provide their name. The county ordinance does not include cats or wildlife. The City of Hartwell also adopted an animal control ordinance. The ordinance is available for viewing at www. hartcountyga.gov.

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Hours: Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. An open admission, nonprofit Shelter, supported financially by private donations and funds from eight city and county jurisdictions. We strive to get all of our animals adopted, and often work with rescue groups and other local shelters. Adoption fees are used to reimburse local veterinarians who spay or neuter the adopted animals.

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Creating opportunities for the future

Archway Partnership

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The Hart County Archway Partnership is a collaborative partnership between the City of Hartwell, Hart County Board of Commissioners, Hart County Board of Education, Hart County Chamber of Commerce, Hart County Industrial Building Authority, HTC, Hart EMC, and the University of Georgia’s Office of Vice President for Public Service and Outreach. The goal of the partnership is to better connect Hart County with higher education resources related to community -identified, high-priority needs. Community priorities identified by Hart County residents center on opportunities and challenges related to economic development and visioning for the future of Hart County. The efforts of the Hart Coun-

ty Archway Partnership focus on these areas, including education and workforce development, tourism, long-term planning, and leadership. Archway is working alongside Hart County Schools on several initiatives, including STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), Bring Your Own technology, and the college and career academy. They are partnering with the Hart County Recreation Department to implement recreation priorities like multi-purpose fitness trails and planning an all-inclusive community playground. Other efforts include assisting the Hart County Industrial Building Authority and Hart County Government to develop and implement designs to enhance the entryway into our community from I-85 and the business/industrial park. Archway continues to lend support to the Chamber for developing community leaders through Leadership Hart and Leadership Hart Youth. Additionally, they are assisting with tourism development by partnering with the Hartwell DDA and the City of Hartwell in efforts to enhance downtown. Archway is also collaborating

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Economic growth steady in Hart

Industrial Building Authority

Dwayne Dye Director of Economic Development 706-856-2452 IBA@hartcom.net

Hart County experienced steady economic growth throughout 2014 with expansion of existing industry as well as new business announcements. Many of Hart County’s existing industry saw volume growth over the past year due to improving general economic conditions. Growth across a wide variety of business sectors, including but not limited to, automotive, pharmaceuticals, fabricated metal components, and plastics, helped create additional job opportunities in Hart County and the surrounding region. Local unemployment rates improved throughout 2014; however, Hart’s 7.8 percent unemployment (as of November-2014), leaves room for more industry growth and expansion moving forward. New business growth in Hart County included announcement by Lake Foods, a food processing company investing approximately $4.5 Million Dollars and hiring 120 new full-time positions. Lake Foods occupied and updated an existing USDA building inside our Hart County Industrial Park located on U.S. Highway 29. The company has plans to aggressively grow over the next 3 to 5 years and plans 22

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to install additional line capacity in 2015. Häring Precision USA, LP announced plans to construct their first manufacturing facility and U.S. headquarters in Hart County. This expansion of the company into our community will bring approximately $54 Million Dollars of investment and the addition of 400 new full-time positions within 5-years… increasing to 800 new full-time positions projected within 10-years. The company plans to build in Hart County’s Gateway II Industrial Park, located at Interstate I-85, Exit #177. Häring was founded in Bubsheim, Germany in 1961 and is recognized as a world leader in CNC fabrication of precision parts used in the automotive sector. In addition to the manufacturing operation, Häring plans to construct an “Academy” on their site that will be used to train and develop their local workforce. The Hart County Industrial Building Authority continues to recognize “Workforce Development” as one of our most important long-term strategies. Area unemployment rates are improving and there continues to be opportunity for skilled labor in our area… specifically CNC/PLC operators and programmers, welders, tool and die makers, electricians, engineering professionals and more. Hart County’s recently announced College & Career Academy will be a tremendous asset to the community and provide an opportunity to fully utilize the partnership with Athens Technical College and University of Georgia’s Archway to help provide necessary training to interested students

and citizens. As advanced manufacturing operations continue to locate in our area, these skilled labor needs will increase and provide significant opportunities for members of our community who have received necessary training. Industrial Land and Infrastructure Development – along Interstate I-85 at Exit #177 in Hart County, is continuing with development of recent land purchases. Combined, the Gateway Industrial Park, Gateway II, and Gateway III, provides our community with approximately 1.1 miles of road frontage and 400-acres of prime real estate for industrial development along one of the Southeast’s most rapidly growing business corridors. Significant engineering and site development has been completed on all the available property and full infrastructure (water, sewer, natural gas, electric, and telecom) is in-place to meet businesses growth needs. The Hart County Industrial Park on US Highway 29 continues to be an asset for Hart County. We are currently marketing available buildings inside this park and also have approximately 10acres of land available within the park. Recent expansion of our regional airport in Canon,

Georgia provides a 5,000 foot runway which is sufficient for most corporate jets, and the Hartwell Railroad provides valuable short-line rail service to Hart County and City of Hartwell. Strategic Partnerships – continue to be one of our community’s best economic development tools. The Georgia Department of Economic Development, OneGeorgia Authority, Department of Community Affairs, Georgia QuickStart, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission, University of Georgia’s Archway Partnership, Athens Technical College, Georgia Department of Labor, and many, many more provide outstanding support to Hart County. Hart County’s Pro-business Leadership – provides significant support to our economic development efforts to assist with new industry recruitment; however, all area businesses realize ongoing benefit from our community leaders’ conservative fiscal stewardship, low tax overhead structure, and longterm strategic planning. Hart County is growing and we will continue to benefit from the efforts of our local leadership, scores of willing and talented volunteers, and strategic partnerships.

Economic development remains a priority

Hart County Government

Jon Caime County Administrator jcaime@hartcountyga.gov 706-376-2024

This past year, (2014) has been a very prosperous and active year in Hart County, Georgia. In 2005, well before the current “Great Recession”, our community suffered significant job losses as a result of textile and lower skilled jobs being sent overseas in what was then referred to as “off shoring”. In response, the community leaders in Hart County united to form a coalition to transform Hart County’s economic future by focusing on education and workforce development. Economic development remains one of the Hart County Board of Commissioners’ top priorities. Our peak unemployment of 14.3 has begun a steady decline into the single digits and con-

tinues to improve each month. Following the outstanding success in the second half of 2013 when we welcomed four large job announcements, we were pleased to announce additional new job announcements in 2014. This included an expansion of Lake Foods to 250 jobs. Hart County’s focus on continually improving the education of our workforce and the pursuit of the Hart College & Career Academy helped to attract Germany-based Häring company. Häring, a leading global manufacturer of precision components and subassemblies for the automotive industry, announced they will be locating their first U.S. manufacturing facility in Hart County, creating 800 jobs by 2025 and investing $54 million into the project over the next five years. The company will construct a 196,000-foot facility as well as a separate training center and detached dining hall at the recently constructed Gateway II Industrial Park. Some of the newly created positions will include extensive training, as well as learning German, at the company’s headquarters in Bubsheim, Germany. “During the site selection

process, it became very clear around Hartwell, as well as film that Georgia was the best choice production events including for us to locate our first U.S. fa- a CMT Reality TV show Seacility,” said Häring Managing son 4, highlighting the beauty Director Andreas Lehnhofer. “I of Hart County and drawing tourists into want to thank Hart County continues to our county. the state of enjoy one of the lowest Every tourist Georgia and County tax rates in Georgia dollar generHart Counates a penny ty for their (out of 159 counties). to directly outstanding support and commitment. We offset property taxes, a penny believe that Georgia’s workforce to build new schools (including and pro-business climate will the new Hart College & Career provide the tools necessary for Academy), and a penny for fire department, recreation, ecoHäring to succeed in the U.S.” The new Georgia State Patrol nomic development, new water Post construction was complet- lines, and for road construced this year bringing 24 hour a tion. Recognizing the positive day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year police presence to the I-85 quality of life impacts of reccorridor in Hart County at no reation parks, the Hart County ongoing cost to the Hart Coun- Board of Commissioners has ty taxpayers. Knox Bridge Road expanded our recreation park paralleling I-85 was widened system from a single 26-acre to three lanes in 2014 bisecting park to five county parks totaltwo 150-acre county owned in- ing over 200 acres including the 2014 acquisition of two large dustrial tracts of land. The Hart County Board of lakefront parks. ConstrucCommissioners economic de- tion began in 2014 on a new velopment efforts includes football/soccer complex, new taking advantage of our 225 walking trails, a new dog park, miles of Lake Hartwell shore- and a new playground area at line. Fishing tournaments were the Elberton Highway Recreheld at the new joint City of ation Park entirely funded with Hartwell/Hart County Mega- SPLOST sales taxes. ramp park, festivals held in and Continued to page 24

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Continued from page 23 This year, over $2,500,000 was spent on road paving including $250,000 in road safety improvements. Most of this $2.5 million was from Federal and State grants with the remaining money coming from SPLOST sales taxes. Other grant funds and sale tax moneys were invested here in Hart County to extend new water and sewer lines, and to improve economic development. Hart County continues to enjoy one of the lowest county tax rates in Georgia (out of 159 counties). The Hart County BOC’s emphasis on keeping taxes low has been an outstanding asset as we promote economic opportunities in our County. The Hart County BOC continues to also focus our investments and support in enhancing our emergency services. Due to investments by the BOC and the hard work of our dedi-

cated volunteer and full time fire personnel we expect to continue our County wide ISO rating reduction that will result in significant savings in the cost of insurance for homeowners as well as our business and industries. Our fire department efforts have been funded without the use of property taxes and reduced insurance costs further promote a great economic climate in Hart County. The BOC is also moving forward with enhancing our EMS services by adding an additional full EMS crew. The BOC is also moving forward with plans to build two EMS substations in the County. Enhancing our EMS services will save lives by reducing our response time. Maintaining quality government services, providing top notch service, increasing the efficiency of providing these services, and reducing the cost of these services to the taxpayers is our continued focus.

The Franklin/Hart Airport Harris Little, 706-491-8790 • Airport 706-245-1002 Services available are: Aircraft parking (ramp or tiedown), hangar leasing / sales, passenger terminal and lounge, courtesy cars (free for pilots to use in the local area), pilots lounge / snooze room, public telephone, computerized weather, internet access, restrooms, and aviation Shell fuel services 24 hours a day CANON — The Franklin/Hart Airport is located just 15 minutes from I-85 and Downtown Hartwell . The airport’s main runway was lengthened to 5,000 feet from 3,500 feet, making it long enough to accommodate most corporate jets. The work was completed with a grant from the governor’s Air Georgia program, which is designed to help rural airports expand and attract new industry. The Franklin-Hart County Airport was the first municipal airport in Georgia to be such a grant.

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Tax Assessors Office

J. Wayne Patrick Chief Appraiser 706-376-3997 property@hartcountyga.gov http://hartcountyga.gov/taxassess.html Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Ad valorem tax, more commonly known as property tax, is one of the primary sources of revenue for Hart County. It is used to fund police and fire services, education, roads, bridges, water, parks, and other county services. The basis for property tax is the fair market value of the property, which is established on January 1 of each year. The tax is levied on the assessment value, which by law is established at 40 percent of fair market value. The amount of tax is determined by the tax rate (mill rate) levied by various entities (one mill is equal to $1.00 for each $1,000 of assessed value or .001). The Board of County Commissioners, establishes the budget for the county government operations each year and levies the mill rate necessary to fund the portions of the budget to be paid for by ad valorem tax. The County Board of Education, establishes the annual budget for school purposes and then recommends their mill rate. The State Revenue Commissioner exercises general oversight of the entire ad valorem tax process. In addition, the State levies ad velorem tax in

2015 in an amount which cannot exceed .00005 of one mill. The state’s ad velorem tax will eventually be eliminated. The tax rate, or millage, is set annually. A tax rate of one mill represents a tax liability of one dollar per $1,000 of assessed value. Example: The assessed value -- 40 percent of the fair market value -- of a house that is worth $100,000 is $40,000. In a county where the millage rate is 25 mills the property tax on that house would be $1,000; $25 for every $1,000 of assessed value or $25 multiplied by 40 is $1,000. The County Board of Tax Assessors, is responsible for determining taxability, value and equalization of all assessments within the county. In Hart County, the tax assessors receive tax returns and receive and process applications for homestead exemptions. The Board notifies taxpayers when changes are made to the value of the property; receive and review all appeals filed; and insures that the appeal process proceeds properly. In addition, they approve all exemptions claimed by the taxpayer. Taxpayers are required to file at least an initial tax return for taxable property (both real and personal property) owned on January 1 of the tax year. In Hart County, the time for filing returns is January 1 through April 1. These returns are filed with the Tax Assessors office. The tax return is a listing of property owned by the taxpayer and the taxpayer’s declaration of the value of the property. Homestead exemptions may be filed for any time during the year. However, exemptions must be filed for by April 1 to apply to the current tax year. You must still own and occupy the property as of January 1 to be eligible.

Check Online for Tax Information http://qpublic. net/ga/hart. View Hart County tax information on nearly every single piece of county property. Search online for tax information by owner name, parcel number, address or by recent sales. The Hart County Tax Commissioner’s Office has introduced a new online service for checking on your tax bill! https://harttaxinquiry.paytaxes.net/customer/launch.php

Once the initial tax return is filed, the law provides for an automatic renewal of that return each succeeding year at the value finally determined for the preceding year. The taxpayer is required to file a new return only as additional property is acquired, improvements are made to existing property, or other changes occur. A new return, filed during the return period, may also be made by the taxpayer to declare a different value from the existing value where the taxpayer is dissatisfied with the current value placed on the property. This serves the purpose of establishing the taxpayer’s appeal rights if the Board of Tax Assessors change the declared value again. The Assessors are charged with establishing the fair market value of the taxable real and personal properties. Fair market value means “the amount a knowledgeable buyer would pay for the property and a willing seller would accept for the property at an arm’s length, bona fide sale.” The Board of Assessors does not create property values. Assessors and appraisers merely interpret what is happening in the market place. The appraised value is simply the estimate of what the property is worth. The Assessors use standard approaches in setting the value on all real and personal prop-

erty. There are three approaches to value: Cost, Market and Income approach. After you have given careful consideration to the value placed on your property and if you feel its incorrect, your appeal should be based on one of the following areas of appeal: Taxability, Uniformity and Value. When you file an appeal, the Board of Tax Assessors reviews it and determines whether a change in the valuation is warranted. If no change is made, it will then go to the next level of appeal, the Board of Equalization. Its specific function is to hear unresolved appeals from taxpayers. After hearing both the assessors and the taxpayer’s position, the Board of Equalization renders a decision on the valuation. (Note: An arbitration method of appeal is available to the taxpayer in lieu of an appeal to the board of equalization at the option of the taxpayer at the time the appeal is filed). If either side disagrees with the decision of the Board of Equalization, the taxpayer or the assessor may proceed to the next level of appeal, Hart County Superior Court. If a taxpayer discovers they have paid taxes that they believe were illegal or erroneous, they may request a refund within 3 years of the date of payment. http://www.etax.dor.ga.gov/ ptd/adm/taxguide/appeals.aspx 2015 HART COUNTY, GEORGIA

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Property taxes and vehicle tags

Tax Commissioner

Burl Pierce Tax Commissioner 706-376-3944 taxcomm@hartcom.net Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

This office handles the collections of property tax, automobile tags and registration, mobile homes, and timber tax. Motor Vehicle Registration Vehicle tags are sold in the tax commissioner’s office. Recently, when you bought

a vehicle, you paid sales tax on the price of the vehicle at the time of purchase, 6-8% depending on the county the vehicle is titled in, as well as an ad valorem tax, determined by your County Tax Commissioner, each year on your birthday you renewed your license or car tag. Under the provisions in HB 386, you will no longer pay sales tax or ad valorem tax on the newly purchased vehicle. Instead, you will pay a one-time title fee that in most cases is less than you would have paid in sales tax alone. New Title Fee Law HB386 Details of the Motor Vehicle Ad Valorem Tax and Title Fee in HB 386 are as follows: If you purchase a new or used vehicle prior to January 1, 2012:

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Georgia residents will continue to pay the ad valorem tax each year on your birthday. After March 1, 2013, the annual ad valorem, also known as “birthday tax,” and sales tax on the vehicle at the time of purchase will be eliminated with new and used vehicle purchases beginning March 1, 2013. To replace this, you will be charged a one-time title fee of 6.5% beginning March 1, 2013. The fee will go up to 6.75% on January 1, 2014 and then top out at 7% on January 1, 2015. If you engage in a casual sale of a vehicle, after March 1, 2013: You will be required to pay the same title fee for casual sales unless the vehicle is sold to an immediate family member (spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, or grandchild). If sold or given away to an immediate family member, there is no title fee. However, for transfers between family members there is a minimal title transfer fee of 1/2 of 1% of the value of the vehicle that will be collected by both the state and the local county. If you have questions email president@gada.com. Vehicle Tag Renewal New residents to Georgia must have the following documents in order to register a ve-

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hicle: Vehicle With No Lien: an out of state title, current registration, proof of insurance, current mileage, and Georgia drivers license with a Hart County address. Vehicle With A Lien: complete name and address of lienholder, current registration, proof of insurance, current mileage and picture identification Mobile Home Taxation Mobile Home Location Permits: Taxpayers locating a mobile home in Hart County must apply to the tax commissioner for a location permit within 30 days of permanent placement of the home in the county and then annually thereafter between Jan. 1 and May 1. Mobile homes that are temporarily located in the county and are owned by a business that is not located in the county should notify the Board of Tax Assessors of their presence to avoid being cited for failure to apply for the location permit. Mobile Home Returns Owners of mobile homes that are located in the county on Jan. 1 must return the mobile home for taxation to the tax commissioner on or before May 1 of each year at the same time they apply for the location permit.

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Registration Deadline Voter registration deadline is the fifth Monday prior to the election; if that Monday is a legal holiday, the deadline moves to the next day. Qualifications to Register • 17-1/2 years or older, 18 years old to vote • United States citizen • Not be serving a sentence for a felony involving moral turpitude • Not having been adjudicated mentally incompetent What to do if you move Voters are required to notify the board of registrars of their county of residence whenever they move. If you move within the same county in which you are registered to vote and don’t notify the registrar at least 30 days prior to an election, you may vote in your old polling place for that election. You must file a notice of your new address. If you move outside the county in which you are registered to vote within 30 days of an election, you may vote in your old precinct for that election.

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If you move outside the county in which you are registered to vote in excess of 30 days prior to an election, you have lost your eligibility to vote in the county of your old residence. You must register to vote in your new county of residence. If you don’t register to vote by the deadline, you cannot vote in that particular election. Absentee Voting Absentee voting is available by mail or in person at least 45 days prior to each regular election by contacting the registrars’ office. You may request an application for an absentee ballot as early as 180 days before an election. Absentee ballots must be signed and received by the county board of registrars’ office on or before election day

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fice issues free photo identification cards for voting purposes. In order to be eligible for a free identification card, the voter must have no acceptable proof of identity to use when voting. These identification cards are valid for 10 years. Sample Ballots Sample ballots are available through your county registrar’s office or by visiting www.sos. ga.gov on the internet. Click on “Election,” then click on “Voter Information,” “My Voter Page.” Follow the instructions to view your personal voter information.

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Who are my legislators?

Elected Government Officials President Barack Obama (D-US) 2nd term www.whitehouse.gov Washington Office: District of Columbia 20500 202-456-1414 Fax: 202-456-2461 Governor Nathan Deal (R-GA) 1st term Republican from Georgia. gov.georgia.gov Atlanta Office: State Capitol, Georgia 30334 404-656-1776 Fax: 404-657-7332 U.S. Sen. David Perdue (R-GA) 1st term Republican from Georgia. perdue.senate.gov Washington, D.C. Office: 416 Russell Senate Office Building,

District of Columbia 20510-1005 202-224-3521 Fax: 202-224-0103 Atlanta Office: 100 Galleria, Suite 1340 Atlanta, Georgia 30339 770-763-9090 Fax: 770-226-8633 U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-GA) 2nd term Republican from Georgia. isakson.senate.gov Washington, D.C. Office: 131 Russell Senate Office Building, District of Columbia 20510-1006 202-224-3643 Fax: 202-228-0724 Atlanta Office: 3625 Cumberland Boulevard, Suite 970 Atlanta, Georgia 30339 770-661-0999

U.S. Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA 9th District) 1st term Republican from Georgia 9th District. dougcollins.house.gov Washington, D.C. Office: 513 Cannon House Office Building, District of Columbia 20515-6601 202-225-9893 Fax: 202-226-1224 Gainesville Office: 111 Green Street, SE Gainesville, Georgia 30501 770-297-3388 State Sen. William Jackson (R-GA 24th District) 4th term Republican from Georgia 24th District. www.senate.ga.gov/senators/enUS/member.aspx?Member=26 Atlanta Office: 109 Capitol,

Georgia 30334 404-651-7738 Fax: 404-651-5795 Appling Office: P.O. Box 528 Appling, Georgia 30802 706-863-5818 Fax: 706-541-0197 State Rep. Alan Powell (R-GA 32nd District) 12th term Republican from Georgia 32nd District. www.alanpowell.net Atlanta Office: 507 Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334 404-656-0202 Fax: 404-651-8086 Hartwell Office: PO Box 248 Hartwell, Georgia 30643 706-206-6500 alan@alanpowell.net

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Judge Chris Phelps Elberton 706-283-2046

Judge Thomas L. Hodges III Hartwell 706-376-7151

Judge Jeffery Malcom Carnesville 706-384-4377

Hart County Superior Court is part of the Northern Judicial Circuit. In addition to Hart County, the Northern Judicial Circuit includes Elbert County, Madison County, Franklin County and Oglethorpe County. Under the Georgia Constitution, Hart County Superior Court is a part of the judicial branch of state government and not a department of Hart County. There are three Superior Court Judges who travel to each county in the Northern Judicial Circuit to conduct hearings and trials, jury and non-jury, in both civil and criminal cases.

Hart County Juvenile Court 185 W. Franklin St., Hartwell • 706-376-7189 • Fax: 706-376-1277 Judge J. Christopher NeSmith Danielsville

Judge Warren C. Caswell Danielsville

Hart County District Attorney’s Office Parks White, District Attorney 155 N. Carolina St. (Old Jail), Hartwell 706-376-3128 • 706-376-1620 (fax) The Hart County District Attorney’s Office prosecutes all felony crimes on behalf of the citizens of Hart, Elbert, Franklin, Madison, and Oglethorpe counties. This office is an advocate for the rights of victims, collaborates with other governmental and private agencies to prevent crime; and strives to make Hart County a safer community.

Municipal Court of Hartwell Judge Francis J. George, Jr. (Retired March 2015) 500 East Howell Street, Hartwell 706-856-3213 City Municipal Court has jurisdiction over all misdemeanor traffic violations as well as violations of local ordinances. Court is held on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the courtroom located in the City Hall of Hartwell.

Hart County Clerk of Court Frankie Gray Clerk of Court 185 W. Franklin St. Hartwell 706-376-7189 The Clerk of Court and staff perform numerous duties and functions, such as: maintains all court records, criminal, civil, juvenile, magistrate, and adoption, processes all real estate; liens and personal property instruments, executes notary public commission, prepares jury duty notices and witnesses, issues subpoenas, files and records trade names, attorneys register, and collects fines. All the real estate records and most of the court records are public. These records may be viewed at the Clerk of Court’s office.

Hart County Probate Court Judge Merry Kirk Probate Judge 185 W. Franklin St. Hartwell 706-376-2565 Fax: 706-376-9032 Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. The Hart County Probate Court assists in settling of estates, guardianships, traffic/gaming/fishing cases, etc., records and maintains public records (vital records, marriage certificates, etc.), serves as Election Superintendent, administers oaths of elected/ appointed officials, approves guardianship, issues firearm permits, issues marriage license, and issues orders for mental evaluations

Hart County Magistrate Court Judge Thomas Jordan 706-376-6817 Fax: 706-376-6821 Located in the Hart County Courthouse. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Judges are on call 24 hours a day for criminal matters. Judges writes misdemeanor and felony warrants, have first appearance hearings, pre-warrant and bond hearings. Other criminal matters are county ordinance violations and bad checks, along with special misdemeanor charges. Civil matters have a $15,000 limitation. 2015 HART COUNTY, GEORGIA

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Hart County Library

Library Director 706-376-4655

Forty years ago, in 1975, the Hart County Library’s Benson Street building opened and has been serving the Hart County area ever since. We provide books in various formats, public computers with free Internet access, WiFi, DVDs and videocassettes, magazines, newspapers, a music collection on CD, and a genealogical reference section maintained as a cooperative effort with the Savannah River Valley Genealogical Society. We recently added more than four hundred STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) titles through a grant from the state of Georgia. Hart County Library also offers the Freegal online music service, with downloading and streaming access to more than seven million songs in the Sony catalog of music. There are also

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the University System of Georgia, which provides numerous resources, including full-text journals, government publications, test-preparation manuals, and a wide variety of other databases. Patrons can also donate books to the library, the Friends of the Library maintain a bookstore of donated items that’s open four days a week and donations are tax-deductible. For more information, visit www.hartcountylibrary.com, on Facebook at “Hart County

Library Hours: Mon., Tues., Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed., Sat.: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Public Library”, on Twitter @ HartCoLibrary, at “Hart County Library” on Instagram and Pinterest, or sign up for e-mail alerts about library events – just send your name and e-mail address to hartlibrarynews@ yahoo.com. To receive updates via text, text @99d59 to 678719-0291.

Friends of the Library Friends of the Hart County Library, Inc. is a 501[c]3 organization, formed to promote the improvement of the facilities and services of the Hart County Library. Friends of the Library purchases books, periodicals, supplies and even furniture and decorative items for the library. FOTL generates money through its bookstore, raffles and other fund raisers, including their annual “Wine, Cheese & A Little Jazz” event. In the Friends bookstore, prices are 25 cents for children’s books; $1 for hardcovers; paperbacks are 50 cents each or three for $1. CDs, VHS tapes and audio books are $1, and magazines are 25 cents or five for $1. The bookstore is

located in the lower level of the library, and the hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Book donations are accepted and should be in good condition. Textbooks or technical manuals must contain current information. Magazines can be up to six months old. Donations are accepted during store hours and are tax-deductible. If you’re interested in joining the Friends, the annual membership dues are $10 for an individual membership, $20 for a family. (Checks may be made out to The Friends of the Library and mailed/ delivered to the Hart County Library at 150 Benson Street, Hartwell, 30643.)

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meeting rooms, a photocopier and a fax machine, all available for public use at a nominal fee. If you’re looking for a book, but can’t find it on the shelf, it’s not a problem, the friendly staff will help. Hart County Library is a charter member of Georgia’s PINES network, a circulation and lending network of over 275 libraries with a shared collection of more than 7.7 million books. We have a constantly-varying schedule of entertaining and educational programming, including our annual Astronomy Day, as well as the traditional Summer Reading Program. We have the Third Thursday Book Club for adults looking to meet people with a passion for literature. There is also the YAAL (Young Adults At the Library) group, with special collections and programming for teens and tweens. Got an idea you think will make the library better? The Library’s Board of Trustees welcomes your input. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month (except July) at 11 a.m. and are open to the public. The library plans to hold its second annual fund raising event in October. The Library also has access to GALILEO, an initiative of

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2015 Honor Graduates Maggie Mae Adams Sergio Albarran Audrey Hannah Allen Nikita Prashant Amin Fabliha Arnika Anam Conner Payton Ankerich Evan Michael Ayers Caitlin Taylor Bailey Lewis Garrett Bannister Daniel Luke Bauknight Autumn Elizabeth Beckner Clayton James Bell Luke Gilford Breedlove Kinsley Elizabeth Brown Kaitlyn Julie Burden Charles Brady Burgess Nathan Alexander Carpenter Baylee Jordan Carter Lauren Elizabeth Cobb Meagan Elizabeth Cobb Ashley Nicole Crooks Devin Spencer Crooms Riquavious Amari Curry Kara Nicole Davis Drew Haley Dennis Brittany Shayann Early Ashley Rose Elgin Victoria Bell Fain Ashley Elizabeth Fleming Jamee Elizabeth Floyd Jessica Lynn Floyd Matthew Larry Franks Jeremiah Davis Gaines Shelby Jean Gaines Summer Leanne Graham Eli Harrison Grant Asja Revonda Henderson Brandon Thomas Hill Hannah Janay Hill Matthew Robert Hill Adrianna Lynne Hoell Addison Brooks Hogan Alexander Chapman Howard Joseph Allen Hulme Tayler Faye Johnson Ashton Nicole Jones Jennifer Nicole Kershner Candace Elaine King Kristin Leigh Kirk Alexus Ariyan Langston Brittney Nicole Little Anna Leigh Lyon Matthew Kyle Mazer Meredyth Keyes McKinnon Jordan Danielle Meadows Jonathan Minh Ngo Darren Nathan Pierce Kelsey Lee Populorum Abigail Elizabeth Price Kolin Everett Pulliam Kailey Louise Quinn Timdarius Miketavus Rucker Woodrow Wrafion Rucker Angela Kwanmi Sah Juan Carlos Sanchez Taylor June Sanford Kamren Gareth Simpson Caleb Jacob Wilder Brittany Angeline Wilson

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Hart County School Systems

Jerry Bell Superintendent 706-376-5141

2014 has been an instrumental year for Hart County Schools. The school system gained the support and motivation from the community and schools to move forward with more flexibility from the state in order to develop a system that addresses the needs of both students and stakeholders, thus operating as a charter system. Fostering a transparent system, developing articulation agreements, and communicating measures of accountability to the public are benefits of our charter status. School Governance Teams are a part of developing and monitoring programs intended to strengthen outcomes for all students. The approval of our charter system status paves the way for a college and career academy. The Hart College and Career

Academy (HCCA) will provide students with a challenging, blended curriculum based on local workforce needs. HCCA’s mission is to enhance academic achievement and provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in post-secondary education and the workforce. To fulfill that mission, the following goals exist: Goal I: To provide students in Hart County High School with the requisite skills and knowledge to exceed the majority of U.S. Department of Education performance indicators. These indicators include improvement in the following: student achievement in Reading/Language Arts and mathematics, graduation rate, number of students receiving a high school diploma or its equivalent, percent of students in postsecondary placement, and non-traditional student participation and completion of CTAE classes. Goal II: To increase the number of students in Hart County High School receiving postsecondary credit through local post-secondary partners. Goal III: To foster workplace ready students in order to be gainfully employed or to continue their education and train-

ing in a variety of post-secondary options. In the future, many pathway offerings will be integrated with those of Athens Technical College to ensure that students enrolled in the college and career academy will be able to enroll in secondary and postsecondary courses through dual enrollment and other accelerated options. The Memorandum of Understanding between Hart County Charter System and Athens Technical College sets for the agreement to partner to increase dual enrollment opportunities. The passage of SPLOST in November allowed more opportunities for the students within Hart County. Construction will soon begin on the agricultural show facility, and multi-purpose health and wellness facility, along with the Hart College and Career Academy. The new facilities will not only benefit our students but will have great economic impact on the community as well. Additional accomplishments related to academic performance were achieved throughout the year. The graduation rate increased 2.9 percentage points, moving Hart County High School from 85.2% to

88.1%. All district level ratings associated with the state’s accountability system, College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), exceeded the state’s averages. These accomplishments are a result of the determination of students, educators, and parents. Together with the continued support from stakeholders and the community, we anticipate to raise the bar in 2015.

Schools Hart County High School Kevin Gaines, principal 59 Fifth Street, Hartwell 706-376-5461

Hart County Middle School Sonia Cobb, principal 176 Powell Road, Hartwell 706-376-5431

Hartwell Elementary Veronica Johnson, principal 147 S. College Avenue 706-376-4425

North Hart Elementary Jim Burch, principal 124 Ankerich Road, Bowersville 706-856-7369

South Hart Elementary Kathy Leard, interim principal 121 E.M. Dairy Road, Hartwell 706-856-7383

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Matt Honiotes District 2 706-376-8960

Greg Fleming District 3 706-371-5194

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Voters in Hart County agreed passed in November 2014, the continuation of the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. Projects scheduled to be completed with this latest ESPLOST include a multi-purpose health and wellness facility and a College and Career Academy at Hart County High School; and a new Agricultural Center located in Bowman Highway. Architectural plans are being finalized. Construction on all three projects will start later this year and be completed in 2017.

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Hart County Special Services Dr. Sandra Adams, Special Services Director 145 Cleveland Ave., 706-376-4209 sadams@hart.k12.ga.us Serving children ages 3-21

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Marsha Sahlman, Parent Mentor Hart County Middle School, Room 411, 706-376-5431 msahlman@hart.k12.ga.us www.hart.k12.ga.us/specialservices

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Since its beginning in 1993, the mission of Mountain Education Charter High School (MEC) has been to reduce the drop-out rate in the communities it serves by giving students a second chance to earn a diploma at an accredited high school. MEC serves students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are not attending the traditional day school, but would like to earn a regular high school diploma at night. The program is self-paced, mastery based, and individualized to meet students’ needs and schedules. School hours are between 4:00 and 9:00 Mondays through Thursdays. Students can enroll at any time and tuition is free. Students enroll at MEC for many reasons. Some students work during the day or take care of families. Others have

quit high school and decide to come back for their diploma. Students may also enroll just to make up classes they have failed at their local high school. Still others prefer a self-paced, individualized curriculum so that they can move through the required high school courses and the state required tests faster and enter college sooner. MEC offers many of the same services as traditional schools. Every site has counselors, graduation coaches, special education teachers, and career specialists. Each student is assigned a mentor to help the student progress academically and plan for the future. Many events and activities are held throughout the year to promote the importance of continuing education at college after high school graduation. MEC will also help students dual enroll so that they can begin that process by earning college and high school credits at the same time. The Bowman site currently is serving 150 students, with 30 working towards graduation in May, 2015. At MEC High School we believe that all students can succeed if given the chance, and we are here to provide that opportunity.

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Hart County Head Start Vivian A. Craft, Director 706-376-9355 • 706-376-6907 vivian.craft@ndohs.org Kelly Brown, Family Partner kelly.brown@ndohs.org 500 N. Richardson St., Hartwell Head Start / Early Head Start / Pre-K Program The Hart County Head Start Preschool Program is taking new applications for children for the 2015 - 2016 school year. Head Start Children must be 3 or 4 years old by September 1, 2015 in order to be eligible for the Head Start Program. (Appointment Only) Early Head Start Children must be 6 weeks – 36 months old. Parent(s) must be working or enrolled in school full time. We will be registering pregnant women as well. (Appointment Only) For Head Start/Early Head

Start, parents or guardians will need to bring proof of birth, child’s social security card, proof of family income (2014 W-2 forms, current check stubs, written statement from employer, etc.), the child’s immunization certificate (Form 3231) from their physician or the Health Department, and medical insurance card (Medicaid, Peach Care or Private) for the child. Pre-K Children must be 4 years old by September 1, 2015 in order to be eligible for the Pre-K program. The child’s birth date must be between September 2, 2010 and September 1, 2011. For Pre-K parents or guardians will need to bring proof of birth, proof of residency (power bill and water/gas bill, or call for other acceptable documents) child’s social security card, the

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ment for Head Start and Early Head Start 706-376-9355 or 706-376- 6907. The Program offers children the opportunity to have a great start in education. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Children with disabilities Ninth District Opportunity services for children with disabilities are based upon the principles of inclusion, the integration of children with disabilities with non-disabled children in the same classroom setting. Our agency focuses on actively recruiting, identifying, evaluating, and serving children with disabilities. The severity of each child’s disability and the services provided by other community agencies will be taken into account when recruiting and enrolling children with special needs. Children that are suspected to have a disability will be referred to the Local Education Agency after the child starts the (RTI) Response to Intervention Process. RTI promotes early intervention to provide the needed supports and services to set young children on a path for success. No special services are provided to any child without the expressed written consent of the parent/guardian.

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Community Services AARP Free Tax-Aide

Bob Lindquist, 706-356-8888 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Meets every Mon. thru April 15 in the lower level of the Adult Learning Center adjoining the Library Free Tax Assistance is provided by AARP Tax-Aide for low to moderate income citizens, with special attention given to seniors. All returns are computer prepared and filed electronically, assuring taxpayers they will receive their refunds in about 10 days instead of the 6 weeks it takes for a paper return. This is a walk-in service and no appointments are taken. You do not have to be a member of AARP to receive this service. Please bring the following to the site when you come: Social Security cards, proof of medical insurance and picture ID’s; All 2014 tax related papers; spouse if filing a joint return; checkbook for direct deposit of your refund; and last year’s tax return, if available.

Adult Learning Center

706-376-5534 • 706-376-3000 706-856-2655 (GED/AT) Betty Hulsey betty@hartliteracy.com Sponsored by The Nancy Hart Literacy Council improves educational levels: GED, Asset Prep and Basic Skills Classes, Keyboarding, Beginning Computer, and ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Alive and Well Al-Anon

The Alive and Well Al-Anon group meets every Mon. at 8 p.m at the 79-ers meeting house located 3/10’s of a mile behind Wendy’s in Hartwell. Turn off Highway 29 at Wendy’s and look for the AA sign on the right side of the road.

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behind Wendy’s in Hartwell. Turn off Highway 29 at Wendy’s and look for the AA sign on the right side of the road.

Alzheimer’s Support

706-376-6166 The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets every 3rd Mon. at 3 p.m. at Emeritus at Lake Pointe, 45 Walnut St., Hartwell.

Road To Recovery®

Pam Ashman, 404-582-6120 pam.ashman@cancer.org Joanne DeWeerth, 770-925-7202 Provides transportation for cancer patients in Hart County, to and from their cancer treatment. Volunteer drivers are needed. The American Cancer Society provides free training to volunteer drivers. For information on becoming a Road To Recovery volunteer in Hart County, contact Pam Ashman.

Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery Support Group – Meets every Thurs. at 6:30 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church. Not just for addictions – hangups, hurts and habits.

Celebrate Recovery

706-376-2029 Tues. nights at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1543 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell. No charge. Large group 7 8 p.m.; small group 8 - 9 p.m. and fellowship 9 - 9:30 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery

706-245-5429 or 706-498-2612 A ministry based on recovery (from any hurts, habits or hangups) through Biblical principles, meets every Mon. at 6:30 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 2537 Pleasant Grove Road, Bowman, Building A.

Power of Hope

www.gloryhopelife.org/circle-ofhope. 706-308-8501 Through our combined ef-

forts with Glory, Hope & Life, The Power of Hope is dedicated to providing opportunities and support for cancer patients, families and caregivers in the Hart, Franklin and Stephens County area by supplying monetary assistance. When you donate to Power of Hope, 100 percent of the monies go to benefit cancer patients currently receiving treatment. Applications for cancer patients can be obtained from Power of Hope - call Mary Jo at 706-3088501 - or by mail at P.O. Box 286, Lavonia, GA 30553, or by contacting patient navigators at Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center.

Clothes Closet Food Pantry

Lisa Kolkovich, 706-376-2022 Mon., Thurs., Fri., & Sat. - 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Wed., intake only, no sales Helps feed and clothe the needy. Thrift Store is open and charges small fees for all items. No charge for those in need.

Coast2Coast Rx Card

www.coast2coastrx.com The new Coast2Coast Rx card will allow all residents, regardless of income, age, or health status to participate in the program and save on the cost of their medications. The Rx card is distributed free of charge. The card also provides discounts on dental, vision, veterinary and hearing services; plus discounts on lab and imaging tests and diabetes supplies and equipment for all family members. Residents will also be able to print the Rx card and view the nearest participating locations at www.coast2coastrx.com.

706-376-5102 The nation’s largest dropout prevention organization. CIS is affiliated with Hart Partners and lo-

cated in each elementary school, the middle school and high school. Free mentoring and tutoring services available for children. Volunteers are welcome.

Connections for Special Parents of NE GA

Teresa Phillips, 706-436-6756 cspnega@gmail.com Facebook: “Connections for Special Parents” 56 Franklin Springs Circle, Royston Connections for Special Parents (CSP) is a network of support, advocacy, and education for families raising children with special needs; serving families in Hart, Franklin, Elbert, Madison and Stephens Counties. We offer an ongoing calendar of events for families raising children with special needs and monthly support meetings for parents every third Thurs., at noon at our location beside Subway in Royston. Lunch is provided.We offer a free monthly respite program for parents called Buddy Break every 2nd Fri. evening 6:309:30 at Royston Baptist church.

Family & Children Services

706-856-2740 The Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is the part of DHS that investigates child abuse; finds foster homes for abused and neglected children; helps low income, out-ofwork parents get back on their feet; assists with childcare costs for low income parents who are working or in job training; and provides numerous support services and innovative programs to help troubled families. Family Independence: Tempo-

Family Violence Support

706-377-4879 or 706-376-7111 The Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence Support Group for Victims of Family Violence - Hartwell meetings are Mon. at 5:30 p.m. and Wed. at 11a.m. Free childcare is provided.

Food Bank of NE Georgia

706-354-8191 or 706-356-4416 The Food Bank of Northeast Georgia distributes free food to all qualifying residents of Hart, Franklin and Stephens Counties.

Free legal services

Free legal services are available to senior citizens and low-income clients in the area. Services are based on case type and financial eligibility. GLSP does not handle criminal cases. For an appointment, call 800-745-5717 or 770535-5717 between 9 and 11 a.m., Monday-Friday.

Friendship House

Susan Knighton -706-376-7879 Sponsored by the Pilot Club. Various medical equipment is loaned out free to local citizens, such as walkers, shower and tub seats, crutches, potty chairs and wheelchairs. We also welcome and accept donated items.

‘From the Hart’ Cancer Support Group

706-376-3164 hfumc.csg@gmail.com Group meets every 2nd Thurs. at 7 p.m. at the Hartwell First United Methodist Library. Offering love and support to anyone in the community who has been touched by cancer.

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770-538-2650 Need Help Paying For Your Medicare or Medications? GeorgiaCares at Legacy Link can help.

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706-436-0741, Darlene Nixon information@harthabitat.org www.harthabitat.org Hart County Habitat for Humanity builds simple but adequate houses for Hart County “partner” families who need help to obtain decent housing. Each partner family is carefully selected based on three criteria: need for adequate housing, ability to pay for a Habitat house, and willingness to earn “sweat equity.” The partner family purchases the house through a 20-year, nointerest loan to repay the actual building costs. Partner families are selected without consideration of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Preference is given to applicants who have demonstrated stability and have lived in Hart County for at least three years. Volunteers are needed for construction and behind-the-scenes support.

intervention services by bringing together professionals and agencies and a multidisciplinary team in order to create a child-focused approach to child abuse cases. Our goal is to ensure that victims of abuse are not further victimized by the very system designed to protcet them. Any person who has been the victim of alleged sexual assault and/or abuse is directed to Harmony House. Harmony House works under the direction of Law Enforcement, Department of Family and Children Services and The District Attorney’s Office, in all cases. There is no fee for utilizing the services of Harmony House to the alleged victim or his/her nonoffending caregiver. Victims of Sexual Assault are encouraged to call for help and services. Someone can be reached at the listed numbers at any hour. Concerned community members and non-offending caregivers who suspect child abuse are also encouraged to call for more information on steps needed to protect children.

Advocacy Center: 706-245-8700 After hours: 706-680-4723 Laurie Whitworth, Exe. Director harmonyhousecac@bellsouth.net Harmony House is a 24/7 Crisis Center. Harmony House is a 24/7 Crisis Center responding to child abuse including severe physical and all sexual abuse as well as adult victims of sexual assault. Child Advocacy Centers offer unique ways of serving abused children through a comprehensive approach to services for victims and their families. Child Advocacy Centers are designed with professionals and volunteers responding to the needs of their communities. Harmony house serves the Northern Judicial Circuit, which includes Elbert, Franklin, Hart, Madison, and Oglethorpe Counties. Harmony House also provides services to adult victims of sexual assault in the Northern Judicial Circuit. We are here to provide the coordination of investigation and

Hart Co. No Kill Rescue

Judy Partain, president 706-436-3776. Hart County donations may be mailed to Hart County No Kill Rescue, P.O. Box 45, Hartwell, Ga. 30643

Hart Co. Humane Society

Donna Madkiff, president 706-376-1769 hartcohumane@yahoo.com A volunteer group dedicated to promoting a brighter future for the companion animals of Hart County, through adoptions of homeless animals, spaying and neutering pets for families in need of assistance, and helping families care for and keep their pets. We receive no assistance from government agencies, and depend on membership dues, donations, and fund raising to support our programs. A 501(c)(3) organization, and all contributions are tax deductible. Learn more by visiting harthumane.org. MemContinued to page 38

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Hart Helpers

Cynthia Tornquist, Pres. 706-376-2717 tctornquist@hartcom.net An organization that supports Hart Life Pregnancy Care Center. If you like to crochet, knit, or sew, come join our group. We provide Hart Life pregnancy center with baby blankets, quilts, handmade burps, hats, and outfits. Purchased items such as diapers and wipes are also given to Hart Life. New members are always welcome. Our meetings are held the first Wed. of each month at Faith Lutheran Church, 691 Benson St., Hartwell from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Hart Interdenominational Ministry.

Christina Silpe, Direcor 706-376-5915 The goal of this ministry is to centralize the efforts of participating churches and social agencies in providing financial assistance to those in need. They are working in cooperation with Gail Blackwell and the Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. in an effort to centralize the efforts of the participating churches and social agencies. Those requesting help of the churches will be referred to Gail Blackwell for the evaluation of their needs. She will then refer them to the appropriate help needed (i.e. participating churches and social agencies).. The ultimate goal is to not only refer those in need to appropriate sources of financial help but to also refer them to appropriate sources for counseling in regard to money management, child rearing, family relationships, seeking employment, etc.

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706-376-1700 (24 hour hotline) Tammy Frye, Executive Director www.hartlife.net hartlifepcc@gmail.com Hart Life is a non-profit ministry that serves women who are pregnant and/or parents of young children. All of our services are free and confidential. Services include: pregnancy test, limited ultrasound, options counseling (explore every option), parenting classes, sexual integrity programs, adoption referrals, post-abortion counseling. We offer Earn While You Learn (EWYL) Curriculum that covers hundreds of topics from pregnancy through toddlers. You will earn baby items from our Baby Boutique by watching parenting DVD’s. Other programs include “Diverge” annual youth event, S.T.A.A.R. Club (Hart County High School Club) and Girl Talk (Hart County Middle School Club). Our hope is that when you walk through our doors, you will find a warm, inviting and comfortable place and you will leave well informed, educated and feeling cared about. Please call our 24 hour hotline number to make an appointment for any of our services at no cost to you.

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Patricia Werner, Exc. Director 706-376-7449 hartpartners@yahoo.com A non-profit organization, created to serve children, youth and families of Hart County. Affiliated with Communities In Schools of Georgia and Family Connections of Georgia. Mission is to work with organizations, schools, local businesses, and volunteers to provide quality programs for families. Reading programs involve many volunteers from the community. Volunteers are needed in schools. 30 minutes a week make a big difference in a child’s life.

Head Start Services for Pregnant Women & Teens Ninth District Opportunity, Inc. Vivian A. Craft - Director 706-376-9355 • 706-376-6907 vivian.craft@ndohs.org

Early Head Start Services to Pregnant Women and Teens are provided in the home setting. Staff provides assistance with prenatal and postpartum care, nutritional counseling, mental health interventions and follow-up, including substance abuse prevention and treatment services as needed. As soon as feasible following birth, the child is transitioned in to the Early Head Start Program.

Heart Haven Thrift Store

706-436-3079 Hours: Tues.-Thurs.-Fri. 9 a.m. 5 p.m.; Wed. & Sat. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. We need gently used household items, furniture, linens, jewelry, clothes, shoes, etc. Located next to Subway Restaurant.

HYDRA

706-376-8899 Catrina Hicks-director hydra@hartcom.net Hart Youth Development Resource Association is a non-profit agency that provides preventative programming that fills the gaps in service to youth. HYDRA stands on the mission to reach young people in our community by promoting positive atmospheres, material, life influences, and relationships through the available programs. Empowerment - a literary program designed to help parents develop the skills and confidence to take a leadership role in their children’s reading, learning, and love of books; Baby Think It Over; One-To-One Mentoring. GA Law Education Diversion Program; Botvins Life Skills Training – Substance Abuse Prevention Curriculum that also addresses behavioral issues; HYDRA Student Success Center Tutorial Program;

School Break Mini-Camps – Kids theme-based day camps offered during school breaks; and Bull Pup Academy After-school Program HYDRA also offers eight weeks of summer enrichment day camps that utilize education and teaching skills to keep kids motivated and interested in learning new things. It puts the fun back in learning!

been diagnosed with cancer. Women residing in Hart County that are in an active stage of cancer, can apply for funding through any member of Hartwell Service League or they can drop a note with contact information to: The Nancy Hart Foundation, P.O. Box 1340, Hartwell, Ga. 30643

Imagination Library

Betty Hulsey, 706-376-5534 betty@hartliteracy.com Organizes volunteers for the purpose of improving literacy. • Learning Center • Literacy Volunteers of America • Sponsors Annual Spelling Bee, 2nd Thurs. in March.

NA NAR-ANON

706-988-3811 or 706-988-5906 Lake Hartwell Recovery, 7 to 8 p.m., every Sat. at Oak Bower Baptist Church on Old Hwy. 29 in Hartwell. (Open discussion.)

Interagency Council

Pam Gordon, 706-856-7231 Interagency Council is a nonprofit that was developed in 1995 to coordinate efforts of non-profits and social service agencies to assist the human services delivery community in identifying and eliminating duplication of effort and/or services in order to maximize available resources. The group meets at least quarterly to present programs on new or developing services for residents of Hart County and to share information about current programs offered by the various non-profits and social service agencies.

Meals-On-Wheels

Tracy Patrick, 706-376-3975 hartseniorcenter@hartcountyga. gov The Meals-on-Wheels program is operated out of the Senior Center. It provides a hot noon meal Mon. - Fri. to home bound persons over 60.

Nancy Hart Foundation

Women Helping Women The Nancy Hart Foundation is a non-profit collaborative community-based organization dedicated to offering financial, educational and emotional assistance to those local women who have

Latoya Tillman, Teen Advocate 706-377-4884 Hotline: 706-371-7111 Teen Text: 706-371-2723 All calls will remain confidential. The teen program provides teens with a safe environment to open up about their abuse or to gain knowledge that will be useful for them in any type of relationship. It will provide primary and secondary prevention activities that promote healthy and respectful relationships and healthy choices to include weekly educational/ support groups for teens/adolescents and groups for parents, conduct Healthy Dating Awareness events in Hart, Franklin and Elbert middle and high schools, host a Teen Summit, and conduct a public awareness campaign. We also are looking for donation to help us furnish our new Teen Training Center. For more information about the program or donations please call 706-3774884.

NE GA Council on Domestic Violence

All services are Free & confidential 706-376-7111 - 24 Hr. Hotline. 706-377-4884 Toll free 1 800 33 HAVEN 24 Hour Emergency Shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children Outreach /Crisis Intervention support services to victims of domestic violence (female and male), safety assessment and planning, information & referrals personal advocacy for, medical, housing, education, and social services. Legal advocacy - assists with a temporary protective order, accompanies victims to court, consultation with attorney Weekly educational support groups for adult victims, teens, and children Teen after school program Family Therapy by LMFT Volunteer needed to provide direct or indirect services

NE Georgia CASA

Melissa Mitchell, 706-886-1098 necasa@windstream.net www.negacasa.org Northeast Georgia CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) provides carefully screened and trained volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in juvenile court proceedings with the goal of a safe, permanent home for each child as soon as possible.

NE Georgia Counseling

706-245-1861 Assists people in solving problems according to their faith and beliefs. Works with individuals, couples and families • Marriage, family and grief counseling • Anger management • Support groups

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Tony and Chris Hilton 706-376-1280 Community action team that works together to improve educational opportunities in the community. Each month a registered child in Hart County under the age 0f 5 receives a new age appropriate book in the mail. Program free to all registered children. Meets the 3rd Fri. at noon at the Adult Learning Center. Sponsored by Hart Partners, Inc.

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Project Lifesaver

Brenda Spears, 706-376-4286 Project Lifesaver, is a personal safety tracking device for adults and children who tend to wander due to any cognitive condition. It is a waterproof bracelet with built in transmitter that gives off a signal which can be tracked by a device operated by members of the Sheriffs Dept. and City Police Department. Sponsored by the Pilot Club.

Gail Blackwell, Coordinator 706-376-4150 Hart County Community Resource Center • www.ndo.org Programs: Commodity Foods Distributions, Cooling Assistance Program, Emergency Rent/Utility Assistance, Employment Counseling, Job Coaching, Energy Assistance (LIHEAP, Energy Conservation Counseling, Weatherization, Family Development Counseling, Head Start, Pre-K, and Indigent Medicine Program.

Public Transit

Tracy Patrick , 706-376-3975 hartseniorcenter@hartcountyga. gov 24-hour reservation requested Provides low-cost transportation to the citizens of Hart County. (Prices based on length of trip). Operates out of the Senior Center. Handicapped accessible (all children must be accompanied by an adult). Transportation to doctors in Royston and Lavonia provided Mon. - Fri. Must be a resident of Hart County.

Outdoor Dream Foundation

Frankie McCleer, 864-630-9340 skip@outdoordream.org 864-226-8775 www.outdoordream.org The Outdoor Dream Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants outdoor adventures to children who have been diagnosed with terminal or life-threatening illnesses. Donations can be made online.

Welcomes You Celebrating Life Through Worship & Study Family & Fellowship Village & World Spirituality & Wholeness 579 Fairview Ave Hartwell, GA 30643 standrews@hartcom.net www.standrewshartwell.org 706-376-4986 _____________________

Sunday Schedule 8:45am. Adult Forum 10:00am. Worship 10:00am. Children’s SS 11:00am. Coffee Hour 4:30pm. Centering Prayer

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www.rxassist.org Patient Assistance Program Center. The Web’s most current and comprehensive directory of Patient Assistance Programs. Patient assistance programs are run by pharmaceutical companies to provide free medications to people who cannot afford to buy their medicine. RxAssist offers a comprehensive database of these patient assistance programs, as well as practical tools, news, and articles.

Tiny Stitches

Sue McReynolds, 904-400-0453 706-376-3282 sccraftylady@bellsouth.net The Tiny Stitches workshop meets the third Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Hart County Library. Volunteers sew, quilt, knit, or crochet items for disadvantaged newborns using supplied patterns and materials. Bring your lunch and stay a while or stop by anytime during the workshop.

TJ & Friends Foundation, Inc.

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Steve Higginbotham 706-988-9575 Henry Mattox, 706-817-3884 Darren Scarborough 706-498-0339 Mike Webb, 706-498-2837 tj_friends@bellsouth.net www.tjandfriendsfoundation.com Special friends with a common goal, to help cancer patients get through their battle with a monetary donation of $500. If you are experiencing cancer an application can be obtained from the web site. Serving Hart, Franklin, Elbert, Madison, Oglethorpe, Wilkes and Lincoln.

Veterans of Foreign Wars • Post 8076

Jerry Teasley, Commander 706-376-6661 The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States offers vet-

erans benefits they might not know they have. The VFW helps veterans learn about benefits and helps apply for them.

Veterans Services

Mike Partlow, (VFSO 2, Office Manager), 706-376-4461 mpartlow@vs.state.ga.us www.va.gov (click on Veteran Services tab) 194 Cade St. Hartwell, Ga. Helps eligible veterans and their dependents submit applications for benefit applications which could possible entitle them to compensation or pension payments.

We Have A Hope Christian Ministries

363 Memorial Road 706-436-1687 The purpose is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Programs: Emergency Food Pantry “His Bread” - provides food for area residents. (The food is freely given in the name of Jesus.) “His Presents” - provides Christmas gifts for needy and underprivileged area children. Donations are tax deductible.

(formerly Work Ready) Do you need a Work Keys certificate to apply for a job? There is FREE help available. A computer lab offering a computer based tutorial program is open Mon. - Thurs. from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. (sometimes later)in the upstairs of the Adult Learning Center next to the Hart County Library. There is a lab tutor to help get you started on the program Tues. from 9 a.m. - 12 and Thurs. from 12 - 3 p.m. The Tutorial program will help prepare you to make the most of your test taking skills for the Work Keys actual test. If you need more information, please call Hart Partners at 706376-3000.

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Local Churches Cedar Creek Baptist Church

Grace Baptist Church

Macedonia United Methodist

3285 Elberton Hwy., Hartwell

1283 Grace Baptist Church Rd., Royston

3961 Airline-Goldmine Rd., Hartwell

Harmony Grove Missionary Baptist

Milltown Baptist Church

Cedar Springs Baptist Church 995 Bowman Hwy., Hartwell

Christian Worship Assembly 3874 Royston Hwy., Hartwell

Church of Christ 741 E. Howell St., Hartwell

Church of God of Prophecy 114 Ernest Oliver Dr., Hartwell

Good Shepherd Fellowship Hart County Ministerial Associaltion

1318 Reed Creek Hwy., Hartwell

706-376-3151

2207 Cokesbury Hwy., Hartwell

Dial A Prayer

Cokesbury United Methodist Cornerstone Baptist Church

706-376-2600

1543 Anderson Hwy,. Hartwell

Abundant Life Baptist Church

Cross Roads Baptist Church

12 Hart Service Rd., Hartwell

Antioch Baptist Church 2479 Antioch Church Rd., Dewy Rose

3636 Lavonia Hwy., Hartwell

Dewy Rose Baptist Church 1923 Pulliam Mill Rd. NW, Dewy Rose

Back To the Bible Holiness Church

Dispensational Bible Church

College Ave., Hartwell

Faith Lutheran Church

Bethany Baptist Church

691 Benson St., Hartwell

2085 Bethany Bowersville Rd., Canon

Bethesda United Methodist 352 Bethesda Church Rd., Hartwell

Beulah Pentecostal Holiness Montevideo Rd., Elberton

Bio Baptist Church 2145 Bio Church Rd., Hartwell

Bowersville Baptist Church 980 E. Main St., Bowersville

Bowersville United Methodist Hwy 17, Bowersville

Bowersville Church of God Schaefer St., Bowersville

Calvary Baptist Church 54 Church Rd., Bowersville

Calvary Baptist Church 2233 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell

Canon Baptist Church 20 Central Ave., Royston

Canon Church of God

48 South Carter St., Hartwell

First Baptist Church 81 E. Howell St., Hartwell

First Presbyterian Church 41 S. Carter St., Hartwell

Flat Rock CME Church 5595 Cokesbury Hwy., Hartwell

Flat Shoals Baptist Church 2999 Bowersville Hwy.,

Foothills Community Church 1541 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell

Freedom Baptist Church 76 Johnny St., Hartwell

Frontline Outreach Church 520 W. Franklin St., Hartwell

Gaines Chapel Emmanuel Holiness Cokesbury Rd., Hartwell

Goldmine Church of God 6970 Royston Hwy., Canon

Goldmine Pentecostal Holiness

725 Sutton Rd., Bowersville

2081 Goldmine Holly Springs Rd., Royston

Canon United Methodist

Good Shepherd Fellowship

Hwy. 17, Canon

1318 Reed Creek Rd., Hartwell

1404 Ridge Rd., Hartwell

775 Merritt Rd., Canon

Mt. Hebron Baptist Church

Harmony United Methodist

273 Mount Hebron Rd., Hartwell

529 Littlepowderbag Rd., Hartwell

Hartwell Alliance Church 490 Vickery St., Hartwell

Hartwell Assembly Church of the Lord Jesus Christ 1128 Liberty Hill Church Rd., Hartwell

Hartwell Christian Church Reed Creek Rd., Hartwell

Hartwell Church of Christ 741 E. Howell St., Hartwell

Hartwell Church of God 120 Race St., Hartwell

Hartwell First Baptist Church 466 N. Richardson St., Hartwell

Hartwell First United Methodist 200 E. Howell St., Hartwell

Hartwell Mennonite Church 2080 Friendship Rd., Hartwell

Hartwell Pentecostal Holiness 69 Eastern Rd, Hartwell

Higher Ground Baptist 7043 Royston Hwy., Canon

Holly Springs Baptist Church 3308 Pulliam Mill Rd., Bowman

Holly Springs Baptist Church 3272 Pulliam Mill Rd., Bowman

Impact Church 180 Athens St., Hartwell

Jehovah’s Witnesses 19 Well Road, Hartwell

Liberty Baptist Church 5262 Royston Hwy., Canon

Liberty Hill United Methodist 1473 Liberty Hill Church Rd., Hartwell

Life Line Apostolic 8295 Hwy. 17, Bowersville

Light For Life 1345 New Hope Rd., Hartwell

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church 2973 Mt. Olivet Rd., Hartwell

Mt. Olivet Church of God 2088 Beacon Light Rd., Hartwell

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 79 Sunnybrook Lane, Hartwell

Mt. Zion Baptist Church 343 Rehoboth Rd., Bowman

New Bethel United Methodist Church 1603 Montevideo Rd., Elberton

New Birth Missionary Baptist 2118 Hartwell Hwy., Elberton

New Birth Baptist Church 61 Old Elbert Rd., Royston

New Canaan Faith Out Reach Ministries 152 Peachtree St., Hartwell

New Faith Baptist Church 1321 Hwy. 17 South, Hartwell

New Found Faith Missionary Baptist Church 1778 Lankford Rd., Bowersville

New Hope Baptist Church 1038 New Hope Rd., Hartwell

New Light Baptist Church Hwy. 59, Lavonia

New Mt. Zion Church of God Holiness 522 Daniel St., Royston

New Prospect Baptist Church 26 Welcome Rd., Hartwell

Norman Grove CME Church 2251 Hartwell Hwy., Elberton

North Georgia Mennonite Church 4347 Bethany Bowersville Rd., Canon

Oak Bower Baptist Church 1589 Old Hwy. 29, Hartwell

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Pleasant Grove Baptist Church

Sardis Baptist Church

St. James CME Church

Union Hill Baptist Church

2537 Pleasant Grove Rd., Bowman

Liberty Hill, Hartwell

2744 Sanders Rd., Hartwell

P.O. Box 1154, Hartwell

Sardis Baptist Church

St. Luke CME Church

Unity Baptist Church

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church

4359 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell

90 Rome St., Hartwell

3908 Hwy. 17 S, Bowersville

250 Pleasant Grove Rd., Lavonia

Seeking the Heart of Hart

St. Pauls CME Church

Victory Baptist Church

Christian Ministry Outreach 1246 Liberty Hill Church Rd. Hartwell

118 Adams Cir. NW, Bowman

700 Hartwell Rd., Lavonia

Price Chapel Church of God 45 Price Chapel Rd., Lavonia

Tabernacle Baptist Church

Upward Church

1276 Royston Hwy., Hartwell

764 Benson St., Hartwell

The Way Church

Vanna United Methodist Church

Providence United Methodist

Serenity Baptist

2395 Providence Church Rd., Lavonia

2505 Bowersville Hwy., Bowersville

1332 Airline Goldmine Rd.,Canon

Redwine United Methodist

Seventh Day Adventist

Old Elbert Road, Royston

3548 Redwine Church Road, Canon

372 Canyon Dr., Bowersville

Trinity Outreach Baptist Church 152 Peachtree St., Hartwell

Zion CME Church Rd., Hartwell

116 Boleman Hill Rd., Hartwell

Rehoboth Baptist Church 3017 Rehoboth Church Rd., Bowman

River of Life 3966 Elberton Hwy., Hartwell

Rock Springs Baptist Church Rock Springs Road

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1009 Benson St., Hartwell

Sanders Grove Baptist Church

Sharon Presbyterian Church Sharon Church Rd., Hartwell

Shiloh CME Church 850 Shiloh Church Rd., Hartwell

Shoal Creek Baptist 1325 Shoal Creek Church Rd., Lavonia

Sonship Harvest Ministries Savannah River Academy Community Center Bldg., 550 Rome St., Hartwell

Life Insurance

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St. Andrews Episcopal Church

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Reed Creek Baptist Church

Zion CME

145 Sanders St., Hartwell

First Baptist Church

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Activities available for:

Connecting People To God and Each Other.

• Children • Youth • Young Adults • Adults • Senior Adults

Sunday Services 9:45am Sunday School/Small Groups

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Wednesday

Bible Studies for all ages!

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Supper Awana

9am - Sanctuary • 10am - Worship Center 11am Sanctuary

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Get close with nature!

Lake Hartwell Camping Crescent Group Camp

Open May 1 - Sep 30 by reservation only. This campground is ideally located on the “big water” near the Hartwell Dam. All sites are waterfront and have a breath-taking view of the lake at sunrise and sundown! The campground is divided into two loops that can be rented to two separate groups or you can reserve the entire park if your group size requires the space! This area is perfect for groups wanting to have an area all to themselves. All sites have 50amp electric service and water spigots. Loop A has 10 sites and Loop B has 22 sites. There is a group shelter in each loop for functions and gatherings. There is a centrally located restroom/showerhouse shared by both loops; loop B has an additional restroom. Singing Pines Recreation Area is nearby and provides launching ramps and designated swim beaches. There is no park attendant on duty at this campground. Camping Fee (per night): Loop A = $120; Loop B = $264; Loops A & B = $384 The sites in this area may not accommodate large (40 ft. +) units. Parking at the site for vehicles is limited to approximately 1 vehicle, with additional parking areas provided

can fit on the impact pad. The gate opens at 7 a.m. and locks at 10 p.m.; no campground entry or exit between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Hart State Outdoor Recreation Area

within the loop. The campground is located off of SC Hwy 29, 14 miles south of Anderson, SC, and 8 miles north of Hartwell, GA, and only 3 miles from the SC/ GA state line.

Georgia River Campground

Open May 1-Sep 9 This campground is located on the Savannah River just below the Hartwell Dam in Hart County. It offers a great setting for primitive camping. This campground does not have electric hook-ups but does have a centrally located water spigot. Small RV’s are welcome but sites are most suited for pop-ups and tents. Sites are spacious and privately located off the river. Restroom facilities (no showers are conveniently located in the park and there is access to a picnic area and two

fishing piers. There is no park attendant on duty at this campground. Reservations are not accepted for this campground. Campsites are $6 per night. All sites are limited to two tents or one RV and one tent. Campers pay at fee vault at campground (no reservations accepted).

Paynes Creek Campground

Open May 1 - Sept. 8. Gatehouse open daily 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. during above dates. This campground is located on the Tugaloo River arm of Lake Hartwell in Hart Co. Paynes Creek offers a total of 44 sites with water and electric hook-ups (50-amp service). 37 of those sites are waterfront! Shower/restroom facilities are conveniently located throughout the park as are the following amenities: dump station, playgrounds, swim beaches, courtesy dock and boat ramp. Many sites are private with heavy vegetation growing between sites. A new 7.2 mile hiking/bicycling trail is easily accessible from the campground. Single family sites $24 - $26 per night with a maximum of 10 people per site. Double family site is $52 per night. All single sites accommodate one RV and/or any number of tents that

The self-registration campground is open on a first-come, first-served basis from March 15 - Sept. 15. For more information, call 706-213-2045. Gates open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. This 147-acre recreation area offers 78 camp sites: 61 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($20-$28, some sewage hookups) and 16 Walk-In Campsites ($20). Most campsites are near the scenic shore and feature water and electrical hook-ups. A comfort station with hot showers and a dump station are nearby. The day-use boat ramp remains open year-round. Visitors can also enjoy a 1-5 - mile hiking/biking trail and a children’s playground open year-round. $5 parking fee.

Watsadler Campground

Open year round. All sites are open April 1 - Nov. 30; from Dec. 1 - March 31 sites 2-23 are open. Gatehouse open 8 a.m. 10 p.m. April 1 - Nov. 30 and 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Dec. 1 - March 31 Campground is located near the Hartwell Dam overlooking the “Big Water” section of the lake. This campground has a total of 51 sites, all with electric (50-amp) & water hook ups. Almost every site (49 of them) in the campground is waterfront with a fantastic view of the lake! This campground features single and double sites. Continued to page 45 2015 HART COUNTY, GEORGIA

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Looking for a place to picnic?

Lake Hartwell Day Use Areas Picinic Shelters and Day Use Recreation Area Rentals: are available at many U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operated parks on Lake Hartwell. These shelters and day use areas are ideal for family reunions, birthday parties, church picnics, civic group meetings, company picnics, and other group outings. Reservations are made by calling the the National Recreation Reservation Service tollfree at 877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. For general questions you may call the Lake Hartwell Office toll-free at 888-893-0678, however, reservations can no longer be made through this office. Reservations must be made a minimum of 2 days in

advance and can be made up to 360 days in advance.

Big Oaks Recreation Area

Open year-round. Park hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. unless actively fishing or boat launching. Big Oaks is located off of US Hwy 29 in Hart County, approximately 1 mile from Hartwell Dam and the Georgia/ South Carolina state line, next to the Lake Hartwell Office. Amenities: Two lane launching ramp, restrooms, drinking water, picnic area, large picnic shelter (reservable!), facilities for handicapped, playground, courtesy dock, ramp security light, paved walking trail. Picnic shelter can be reserved

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in advance for $100. $3 per vehicle for boat launching.

Elrod Ferry Recreation Area

Boat launching ramp open year-round (restrooms open seasonally); park open May 1 Sept. 9. Park hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. unless actively fishing or boat launching. Elrod Ferry is located off of US Hwy 29 in Hart County, approximately 2.5 miles north of the city of Hartwell and approximately 3 miles from the Hartwell Dam and the Georgia/ South Carolina state line. Amenities: Launching ramp, restrooms, drinking water, picnic area, 2 picnic shelters (reservable!), 2 playgrounds, 3 designated swim beach areas, facilities for handicapped, courtesy dock, ramp security light, volleyball court. Picnic shelters can be reserved in advance for $50 (each). $4 per vehicle day use fee regardless of activity.

Georgia River Recreation Area

Area open year-round, restrooms and campground open seasonally. Park hours: 6 a.m. 10 p.m. unless actively fishing. Georgia River is located on

the Savannah River just below the Hartwell Dam in Hart County. It offers a great setting for fishing, primitive camping, walking or sightseeing. Restroom facilities are conveniently located in the park and there is a picnic area and several fishing piers. For camping information go to our camping page!

Mary Ann Branch Access

Season: Open year-round. Park hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. unless actively fishing or boat launching. Mary Ann Branch is located in Hart County. From Hartwell,

Paynes Creek Multipurpose Trail Paynes Creek Campground This trail begins at the Paynes Creek Campground boat ramp located on the outside of the campground for year-round use. Paynes Creek’s physical address is 518 Ramp Road, Hartwell, Georgia 30643. This hike/ bicycle trail incombants 9.8 miles across rolling hills and beautiful views of Lake Hartwell. This trail is for begginers and advanced riders. Multiple events are held throughout the year that include mountain bike races, single speed bike races, and foot races. Other facilities located within Paynes Creek Campground are: restrooms, playgrounds, boat ramps, courtesy dock, hunting, and campsites (reservable!). For more information please contact the Lake Hartwell Project Office at 888-893-0678.

take GA 51 (Chandler Street/ Reed Creek Hwy) approximately 8 miles, follow brown directional signs. Amenities: Launching ramp, courtesy dock. No fee.

Singing Pines Recreation Area

Boat launching ramp open year-round; park open April 1 - Sept. 9. Park hours: 6 a.m. 10 p.m. unless actively fishing or boat launching

Singing Pines is located in Anderson County, S.C. off US Hwy 29, approximately 1 mile from GA/SC state line. Amenities: Launching ramp (2 lanes), restrooms, drinking water, picnic area, picnic shelters (reservable!) 2 playgrounds, 2 designated swim beaches, facilities for handicapped, fishing pier, courtesy dock, ramp security light. $4 per vehicle regardless of activity; picnic shelters can be reserved in advance for $50 (each).

Watsadler Campground continued... Continued from page 43 Other amenities at this campground include: shower/restroom facilities, dump station, playgrounds, park attendant, and boat ramp with courtesy dock and security lighting. Single family sites are $26

per night and double family sites are $52 per night. All single sites accommodate one RV and/or any number of tents that can fit on the impact pad. Campground gates open at 7 a.m. and lock at 10 p.m.; no campground entry or exit between 10 p.m. and 7 p.m.

WATERCRAFTERS PWC & JET BOAT SERVICE CENTER No one knows Personal Watercraft better than we do!

Hartwell Dam & Lake Office & Visitor Center 5625 Anderson Hwy (U.S. Hwy 29), Hartwell 1-888-893-0678 or 706-856-0300 Weekday Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Late Spring and Summer Weekends and Holidays: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

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Have a Question? The visitor center has a manned information desk to answer your questions and to assist you in having an enjoyable experience at Lake Hartwell. Brochures, maps, displays, restrooms, and information about Lake Hartwell, including wildlife, water safety, and shoreline management are available. Videos are available upon request (topics: water safety, history) You may also want to purchase an Annual Pass for Corps Recreation areas if you are a frequent user of Corps parks. Many U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recreation areas, including day use parks and boat launching facilities charge fees up to $4 for their use. Annual Passes cost $30 and are valid for 12 months. Special discounts are available for Seniors, Military and those with disabilities. Recreation Areas Corps Hunting Permits can be purchased also. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lake Hartwell Office will open 15 of its larger recreation areas to archery and small game hunting during the regular 2014-2015 state hunting season.

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FISHING LICENSE: Georgia and South Carolina’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) have a reciprocal license agreement. Residents in both states can fish anywhere on Lake Hartwell or its tailwaters with a license from either state.

The Gum Branch Recreation & Tournament Facility The Gum Branch Recreation and Tournament Facility is located on Old Highway 29, just a few miles north of Highway 29. The megaramp features six launching lanes, seven unloading docks, bathrooms, more than 200 extended parking spaces and a picnic/pavilion area. For more information, contact the Hart County Chamber of Commerce at 706-376-8590.

Fishing Piers available The fishing pier below the Hartwell Dam gives anglers greater access to fishing areas adjacent to the facility on the Georgia side of the Savannah River. The pier connects to an existing fishing pier on the dam and allows renewed public access to the original pier as well as provide new opportunities to fish below the structure. There are two piers on the Georgia side with one being mobility impaired accessible.

The Hartwell power generation schedule recording is available by calling toll free 888-893-0678 or 706-856-0300 anytime. The schedule is recorded daily and is subject to change at anytime. If fishing or otherwise using the area below Hartwell Dam please use extreme caution.

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The Hart County Chamber of Commerce recently announced that the 22nd Lake Hartwell Antique Boat Festival will return to Lake Hartwell on April 18, 2015. The Antique Boat Festival is the official start of the tourist season for Hartwell. The Blue Ridge Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society in partnership with the Hart County Chamber of Commerce have pulled out all the stops to make this the best boat festival yet. The annual festival will again be held at Hartwell Marina. All the activities start at 10 a.m. and run through 3 p.m. The wooden boats will be coming from all over the East Coast, New York, Ohio, and the Carolinas. For the fourth year in a

row, the Festival will have the Porsche Club of Georgia and the Carolinas showcasing cars. Porsche owners from as far away as Greensboro, Charlotte and Asheville, North Carolina; as well as Athens and Atlanta, along with Columbia, Spartanburg and Greenville, South

Carolina; will make the drive to participate in the celebration. The Porsche Parade through downtown is a real treat for car buffs. Arts and crafts return as well. Food vendors will be there and for children, there will be a “Float a Boat Challenge.”

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The Hydro-Turf Pro Watercross Tour Making waves on Lake Hartwell August 8-9

The Hydro-Turf Pro Watercross Tour returns to Lake Hartwell Aug. 8-9. It is the largest watercross tour in the world and travels throughout the United States and attracts world-class racers and athletes from across the globe that will be competing for more than $150,000 in prize money and awards. All races are sanctioned by the International Jet Sport Boating Association. The watercross competition is making its sixth appearance on Lake Hartwell. The inaugural event, the Triple Crown of Watercross, was held at Big Oaks Recreation Area in 2010. It’s also been held at Tugaloo State Park in Lavonia, Sadler’s Creek near Anderson, S.C., and twice at Hartwell Marina. The site for the 2015 event had not been finalized.

Riders will come from all over the world for the last stop on the HT tour before the Governor’s Cup, the tour championships, in West Virginia the following weekend. It will be the last chance for riders to earn those coveted points for the title. Action on Saturday and Sunday includes both amateur and professional races, which take place on a marked, closed course, similar to motorcross. Around noon, each day, the freestyle riders take over per-

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Hartwell Golf Club Located just outside of beautiful Hartwell and minutes away from the scenic shores of Lake Hartwell, the Hartwell Golf Club offers golf enthusiasts of all levels the chance to test their abilities and hone their skills. The helpful clubhouse staff, welcomes you to a golf experience unique in history and design. The 18-hole Hartwell Golf Club is a medium length but challenging course. The gently rolling terrain, and strategically placed hazards make this an interesting and fun course for all golfers. Bermuda fairways and greens welcome shots from four different sets of tees. Tree-lined fairways, four dog-legs, three

Lady golfers are you looking for a fun group to play with? Join the Hartwell Ladies Golf Association! We welcome all lady golfers regardless of age or ability. We play at Hartwell Golf Course every Tuesday morning, March thru October. The last Tuesday of the month we play a 9 hole lauderdale followed by lunch. We also have several tournaments and other fun events throughout the year. We have a “Nifty Niners” group for those who would rather play 9 holes instead of 18. For more info call Diane Walowic at 706-244-1917.

ponds and a well positioned creek on the finishing hole gives golfers choices and gofor-it opportunities! You’ll find just enough elevation changes to make you think about your club selection and the slope on the greens will try your skills with the flat stick. Hartwell Golf Club hosts several matches each season for the Hart County High School and Middle School golf teams. This season, the course will host the Girl’s 8-AAA Region Championships.

The clubhouse pro shop is open daily to meet your every golfing need. From the latest in golfing equipment to tees, gloves, range balls, advice, affordable individual or family memberships and lessons - it’s all here waiting for you. The 19th Hole Grill is located in the pro shop with hand patted hamburgers, beer brats, hotdogs and sandwiches all ready to go on the turn or “eat-in casual” dining available in the pro shop and patio area. Beer is available for purchase

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In the scenic foothills of Northeast Georgia, you’ll find a one-of-a-kind golf club and conference center... minutes from Lake Hartwell. An elegant 40,000 square foot clubhouse anchors this par 72, semi-private golf course that is open for play seven days per week. Cateechee Golf Club offers members and guests a serene escape from the hectic pace of everyday life on a course that spans 380 acres of rustic tranquility. Golf Digest magazine recently ranked Cateechee as a “Four-Star” destination. To score well at Cateechee Golf Club, you’ll need to be a little daring. In the tradition of the great Scottish architects, the course takes advantage of the terrain’s dramatic contours, as well as its natural streams and strands of trees. The fast Bent Grass greens are touted as the best in North Georgia. Fairways are tree lined or skirted by natural grasses. All carts quipped with GPS. Director of Golf, Jeff Gotham, has

worked with ownership to construct an indoor/outdoor golf teaching facility complete with state-of-the-art training/teaching aids and video analysis. He is certified by the Titleist Performance Institute and is also an award winning club fitter. The well-appointed banquet room and attached veranda can accommodate up to 250 guests. Cateechee is the most popular wedding venue in the area due to its gorgeous room, spectacular cuisine and beautiful golf course views. They can host the rehearsal dinner, actual exchange of nuptials and the reception, all at the facility. Wedding Professional Mimsy Barfoot may be reached directly at 706-856-2314 or by email: mimsy@hartcom.net. Cateechee also has smaller rooms perfect for parties and meetings. The Waterfall Grille has become the hub of the community offering reasonably priced, incredible food and impeccable service. The bold flavors of the seasonally

inspired menu reflect a belief in the cuisine of today: fresh, eclectic, imaginative, always evolving. The classic American cuisine at the Waterfall Grille is complimented by Cateechee’s extensive wine list, available by the bottle or glass. Cateechee’s Bar is the favorite watering hole for locals and visitors alike. The Inn offers four luxurious suites named after the Four Majors: The British Open Suite , The P.G.A. Suite, The U.S. Open Suite & The Masters Suite All guest rooms include: lavish bathroom, desk with data connection, and access to Fitness Center (24 Hours). Call 706856-2314 to make reservations. The Cateechee Golf membership is arguably the best value in golf. With an upscale restaurant, lodging, banquet space, fitness center, tennis courts, practice facility and top-notch instruction, you have got all of the amenities to appeal to the avid golfer and family alike.

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Recreation Department The Hart County Recreation and Parks Department is dedicated to providing a quality park system with leisure activities for all residents of the County by having a range of safe, clean, and accessible parks and recreation facilities, while assisting in the planning and development of new facilities and programs to meet the needs and continued growth of the County. The Recreation and Parks Department currently provides youth in Hart County with basketball, football, and cheerleading. The Youth Basketball program is for boys and girls ages 7-14. Registration begins in October. The Youth Football program targets kids ages 7-12, while cheerleading is offered to kids ages 5-12. The Flag Football program is offered for boys and girls ages 5-6. All prospective players will need a valid copy of a birth certificate and pay the program registration fee. Registration begins the Monday after July 4. Clay Street Park is located at 200 Clay Street and is spread over 25.76 acres. It features four lighted ballfields, a lighted multipurpose field, two lighted picnic shelters with playgrounds, six lighted tennis courts, two outdoor basketball goals, three batting cages and a 50’x50’multipurpose room. The Hart County Recreation & Sports Complex Park is located at 1277 Elberton Hwy. behind Hart EMC and is spread over 54.76 acres. It features 4 lighted ballfields with a centrally located concession/restroom/ score tower. Two new football/ soccer fields with a NEW concession stand/bathroom will be ready for use approximately for the fall 2015 football season. Gum Branch Recreation

Area and Tournament Fishing Facility (The Mega Ramp) is located at the end of Vanna Waller Road and is spread over 35 acres of lakefront property. It features 6 boat ramps, parking for 200 boat/trailer combinations, a T-Dock for boat loading and unloading as well as fishing, a 50x50 lighted pavilion, and restroom facilities. It hosts numerous local and regional fishing tournaments throughout the year and is the home of Lake Hartwell Music Festival. HCRPD also operates and maintains Long Point Park at the end of Old Hwy 29. The Park has two shelters. Both are for rent during the open season which starts in May. The Park also has two playgrounds, restrooms, and a boat ramp. Milltown Campground Park will also be open during the summer for “Day Use” only at this time. Not into sports? No problem. The Recreation & Parks Department also host Square Dance classes offered the first and third Friday & Saturday of the month. These classes are given through the Swinging Harts Dance Club on Friday nights and the Lucky Stars Dance Club on Saturday nights. Line Dancing classes are of-

fered on Tuesday and Thursday nights each week. April Pendergrass teaches this class.

Department Director Jim Owens brings 20-plus years of experience, and has been guiding the department since February 2010. You can find the Hart County Recreation Department on Facebook. For more information please call the Recreation Department’s office at 706-376-8528, or email us at jowens@hartcountyga.org. Youth Baseball and Softball is provided through the Hart County Little League organization and can be found on Facebook under Hart County Little League.

Little League Youth baseball & softball programs The Hart County Little League is a non-profit organization that operates youth baseball and softball programs in Hart County. Classifications range from TBall, for ages 4-6, rookie league baseball and softball for ages 6-8, minor league baseball and softball for ages 8-10 and major league baseball and softball for ages 10-12. Other classifications are for junior league baseball for ages 13-14 and senior league for ages 15-16. For softball, ages 13-16 are combined for the senior league. Hart County has seen great success in, winning 28 district titles at different levels since 2003, including four in 2014; and three state championships. The 9-10 and senior baseball stars both played for state titles in 2013. The Recreation Department partners with Little League to allow use of county ball fields for Little League’s

programs. The Hart County Little League has hosted numerous district and state tournaments in the past, including the District 7 9-10 and 10-11 baseball tournaments last summer. Tournament sites for 2015 had not been finalized. Opening Day for 2015 is set for March 28. Mark White is the president of the Hart County Little League. District administrator is Jeremy Haley. Call the Hart County Little League at 706856-2255 or e-mail HCLL@ hartcom.net for more information. Find it on Facebook at Hart County Little League. 2015 HART COUNTY, GEORGIA

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Get out, meet new friends

Family Activities Bingo

The VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Post 8076, hosts Bingo at 7 p.m. every Friday at the VFW Post home, Ack Powell Road, Hartwell. No membership is required.

The Bluegrass Express

57 Depot St., Hartwell Jimmy Welborn, 706-680-0329 jimmywelborn@rocketmail.com Don Gilbert, 706-680-3060 dlgilbert1@bellsouth.net

The Bluegrass has been host to some of the best Bluegrass Entertainment in the region and beyond. All shows are on Saturday night and features fast pickin’ and the coziest seat in town. Locals come back every week to hear some of the best local and regional live bluegrass bands. The even is a family friendly event; no smoking or alcohol at the Bluegrass Express, just great pickin’ and singin’ in a ‘downhome’ family atmosphere. So bring the kids. Admission is only $7 per person (12 and under free). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and show starts at 7 p.m. For more information visit thebluegrassexpress.wordpress.com/schedule.

The group gathers in Bell’s parking lot at 9 a.m. before heading out on their expedition. Depending on the location of the hike the group will stop at the Baptist Church in Lavonia to pick up any hikers from the Lavonia area. Carpools are formed and everyone helps the driver with gas. Watch the Franklin County Citizen Leader or The Hartwell Sun newspaper calendar of events for hike details. Anyone interested in joining our club can email HartwellHikers@yahoo.com for more information.

Hartwell Speedway

254 Speedway Rd., Hartwell 706-376-1727 Marty Lance, Owner 706-983-1545 www.hartwell-speedway.com

Hartwell Speedway is a 3/8 mile high banked clay oval race track. Racing every Saturday night. Gates open at 4 p.m., racing starts at 6 p.m. Admission: Grandstands $10; Seniors 65 and older $5; Kids 10 and under free; Trackside $12; Pits $25.

382 N. Forest Ave., Hartwell 706-376-2549 hotshotsdance@gmail.com hotshotshartwell.com

Hot Shots Dance Company is Hartwell’s professional dance studio offering classes for age 2 through adults. Hot Shots Dance Company is committed to the art of dance. We strive to introduce and instill just the right amount of self-expression, discipline, and passion in each of our students. Our goal is to allow each dancer to experience the elements of dance; confidence, coordination, creativity, grace, musicality, rhythm, selfesteem, technique, integrity, and appreciation for music and dance, and above all fun! Classes are offered in Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Baton Twirling, Flag Spinning, Tumbling, Competition Teams and Private Lessons. Hot Shots Dance Company - Technique Integrity - THE Dance Studio!

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Every 4th Wednesday the Hartwell Hikers plan a hike. Anyone is welcome to join. The hikes are usually close to Hartwell and never much farther than 60 miles.

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the old Hart County Landfill off of Landfill Rd. off of Bowman Hwy, #172 Spectators are always welcome.

Every Saturday night from 7 - 10 p.m. dance to the music of the Country Nites Band. Coverd dish meal at 8 p.m. $7 donation each night. No smoking and no drinking allowed.

Lavonia Speedway

5941 Lavonia Hwy., Lavonia 706-491-4493 www.lavoniaspeedway.net

Lavonia Speedway is a fast, 3/8 mile semi-banked clay oval

race track. Racing every Friday night from March into October. Lavonia Speedway is a family oriented facility that offers family-friendly pricing. Regular program general admission is Adults 11 & up $10; Seniors (65+) $8; Kids 10 & under free. Trackside $12; Pits: Adults $20; Kids 10 & under free. Gates open at 5 p.m. Drivers meeting at 7:30 p.m. Hot Laps begin at 8 p.m. We also offer a souvenir shop, full-service concession stand, and permanent front stretch restrooms. Trackside parking is available.

Free Line Dance Lessons Recreation Department

Come for line dance, twostep and shag lessons for all ages at Hart County Recreation Department at 200 Clay Street every Tuesday and Thursday. Free lessons from 6-7 p.m. For information call April at 706371-3819.

Free Line Dance Lessons Senior Center

Free line dancing lessons every Tuesday night at the Hart County Senior Center, 5:30 p.m. at 139 Clay Street in Hartwell. For information call 706-376-3975.

Martial Arts

99 Nancy Drive, Hartwell 706-376-5544 contemporarymartialarts.com

Contemporary Martial Arts is a family run and oriented martial arts and fitness center. CMA offers programs for kids, teens and adults from ages 4 and up • After School Program with school bus transportation from the middle and elementary school.

Horseback Riding

250 Elrod Ferry Road, Hartwell 706-961-5034

The Stables offer horse back riding, lessons and trail rides. They also board your horse while you visit Hartwell. You can also rent the facility for birthday parties, weddings, or family parties

Radio Controlled Racing The Lake Hartwell R/C Complex Matthew Jordan 706-961-1748 233 Gurley Road, Bowersville

Racing every Saturday. Driver sign ups at noon. Driver meeting at 12:30 p.m. and racing starts at 1 p.m. Classes run include Jr. Stock, Stock, 2-wheel Drive Mod., 4 wheel drive, 8 scale trucks, and RWUB (Run what you brung). Cost is $15 for the first class and $5 every class after that, $10.00 for the race transponders. Prizes will be given every Saturday.

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3435 King Hall Mill Rd., Bowman 706-245-4163

Just 25 minutes south of Downtown Hartwell, is a great half day adventure experience. You can chose to canoe or kayak the Broad River, eat at the Sandbar Restaurant or Zipline

first and third Friday at 8 p.m. with a Plus Workshop starting at 7:30 p.m. Call about beginner classes.

Senior Center

Ta-Dah Performing Arts

139 Clay St., Hartwell Tracy Patrick, Director 706-376-3975 tpatrick@hartcountyga.gov Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The Hart County Senior Center is a wonderful meeting place to spend time with friends, enjoy music or play a round of Bingo, which is played weekly. Please check our Web site at www.hartcountyga.gov/seniorcenter.html for our monthly activities calendar. The Senior Center provides programs, activities, excursions, socialization and nutrition to the older adults in Hart County. The Senior Center is open to any person aged 60 or over living in Hart County. Line Dancing classes are held every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. For future programs and classes please contact the Senior Center. A hot meal is served daily Monday - Friday for qualified participants.

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Ta-Dah! Performing Arts is a Christian based dance studio that is family owned and operated. The studio offers classes in Baton, Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Acro, Musical Theater, Cheerleading, Power Tumbling, Fun Gym, Christian Drama, Flag and Clogging. Ta-Dah! has performed at various places including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Country Tonite, Broadway at the Beach, Peach Bowl Parade, Stone Mountain, college football/basketball games and many local events.

Benefits from membership include our wellness center, indoor walking track (1/8 mile), pool for lap swimming and recreation. The YMCA offers a freeweight area, cardiovascular equipment, strength training equipment, yoga, step classes, Zumba, water exercise, equipment orientations, fitness evaluation, personal training, Silver Sneakers, Boot Camp, and children’s programs and childcare for members. Our Mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

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Hart County Community Theatre

With nearly 50 total years of bringing theatrical lovers of Hart County every emotion that can be experience in the theatre, the Hart County Community Theatre offers an experience to escape from the real-life and for one night, step into a world of imagination and creativity. “At HCCT we try to provide a place for anyone with an interest in theatre to learn, work,

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and enjoy the performing arts,” says office manager Jennie Evans. The HCCT provides a venue for actors, directors and volunteers from all walks of life to work together to provide live entertainment for the community. Productions average 10 to 20 people in a cast. Auditions are open to the public and are generally cold readings. On average, 100 people attend each production and a play runs for two weekends, a total of six shows on average, four times a year. In 2014 shows included Winnie the Pooh, Evolution of Music, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and Christmas Belles. HCCT hosts other events including live music, Tellabration, NBNB, a black tie ball, and childrens’ workshops. “We strive to produce a good variety of shows, such as musicals, kids’ shows, comedies, dramas, one-acts, etc. Additionally, we hold a children’s workshop each summer. On occasion, we also hold theatre workshops for adults on such topics as flat-building, lighting and other aspects of theatrical production,” said HCCT board member Margaret Shippen Sanders. “We hope to hold direct-

ing classes in the near future as well. For the past couple of years, our black-tie ball has added a flair to February in Hart County, and over the past year, we have held a live music night each quarter.” The Junior Service League conceived the idea of staging a play in Hartwell nearly 40 years ago. The play, Come Blow Your Horn by Neil Simon, received county-wide applause and generated the interest in many people to form a community theatre. A public meeting was held and a board of directors was selected. The board applied for and received a charter from the Secretary of State in 1979. The Hart County Community Theatre was born. From 1979 until October 1985, the plays and variety shows were produced on the stage of Hartwell Elementary School, however, limited space provided limited capabilities within the productions. Due to a $25 fee per evening use, the theatre group could only afford to have three rehearsals on stage before opening a play. In 1983, the theatre purchased and moved to the Weatherly Furniture Company building, located at 83 Depot Street in downtown Hartwell. The building had been built as a grain warehouse. A fund drive was launched to raise the pur-

chase price of $30,000. Once purchased, volunteers began removing more than one-half of the balcony and constructing a stage, restrooms, a lighting booth, storage room and refreshment booth. The upper wood beams were replaced by steel beams running from wall to wall. A new electrical system was installed, staircases were reversed and new ones were installed. In the basement, two dressing rooms, a make-up area, a wardrobe area, set storage and a restroom were built. In October 1985, two years and thousands of hours of labor later, HCCT opened to a full house. By 1987, the $30,000 theatre project had cost in excess of $70,000 with the majority of labor volunteered. A historical landmark, HCCT seats 146 attendees. HCCT has held approximately 150 productions. All proceeds are used for production costs and building renovation/maintenence. All work is done on a volunteer basis. “The best part of HCCT is the fact that truly belong to and are a part of the Hart County community, bringing together people from multiple generations and neighborhoods,” said Sanders. “We hope to continue to provide quality, community-based theatre for many years to come,” said Sanders.

Savannah River Productions The Savannah River Productions, Inc. is a nonprofit regional theatre troupe based in Hartwell. Savannah River Productions strives to offer high quality theatre productions to the north Georgia area. The Savannah River Productions began in December 2008 and is currently in its seventh season. The 2015 season includes Driving Miss Daisy (January-February), Beach Party-A 1960’s musical revue (March), Les Miserables (June), Fox on the Fairway (August), A New Play Festival (October) and Annie Jr. (December). Savannah River Productions, Inc performs in two locations. The Savannah River Playhouse, located at 86 South Forest Avenue in downtown Hartwell,

offers “Thursdays in the Playhouse” one performance of all of the season plays as well as two open mic nights a year (February 12 and September 10). The intimate venue seats 100 patrons. Savannah River Productions also performs at the Rock Gym located at 45 South Forest Avenue, in Elberton. Each show

is performed two weekends, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Friday/Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday performances are at 3 p.m. Lunch and a show is offered the first Saturday performance and dinner and a show is offered the second Saturday performance. “This theatre brings entertainment to Hart County. Most of the plays we perform are comedies. Everyone needs to escape and get a good laugh every now and then,” said SRP president Andrea Bradford. Auditions are held every December when the SRP casts for the entire season. “It’s hard to say how many people attend our produc-

tions. We have been sold out most performances in the Playhouse, so about 100 people. At the Rock Gym we average 300 people,” said Bradford. As for the future of the Savannah River Productions, Bradford said the plan it to continue producing at least three musicals a year, two plays and one youth production. “The arts benefit all of Hart County. Patrons come to eat dinner, shop downtown, stay in hotels and buy gas. The more arts and events that Hartwell hosts, the better our economy.” For more information, visit www.savannahriverproductions.org.

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The Art Center Formed in 1998, the Hart Regional Arts Council aka The Art Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. HaRAC’s purpose is to develop, coordinate, and promote the performing, visual and literary arts. After struggling for several years, a renaissance has taken place in the past three years with a clear vision ‘full of energy and promise’ that will make Hartwell an art destination. The current Board of Directors and volunteers are working to make that goal a reality. With the completion of a remodeled, better functioning, and esthetically pleasing Art Center, the program can now support a full calendar of events. The Art Center was named

“Hart County Organization of the Year in 2014” A vibrant docent program, made up of 48 dedicated volunteers, keeps the Art Center open weekly Thurs. - Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (hours vary with scheduled events) A membership drive has just begun and a full calendar roster is making for a very busy year: Upcoming workshops in painting, photography, music and writing are currently scheduled. A weekly drawing guild with live model encourages artists to further develop their skills. Juried art shows, monthly exhibits with lively opening receptions, and programs that feature local student art are all underway for 2015. Along with expanding membership support, the Art Center annual fund raisers include

Kids’ Art Camp and Fashion/ Luncheon shows. Mistletoe Market transforms the Art Center into a wonderland holiday venue where participants sell their artistry and handcrafted items. The renovated Art Center has also become a sought after rental venue for special occasions. Exciting news for 2015 is the very generous donation of the building next door. Plans are in the works for annexing this

building and expanding the current calendar of events in order to better serve our community. The Hart Regional Arts Council is located in The Art Center, 338 East Howell Street in the heart of historic downtown Hartwell. For membership, rental availability, a full event calendar or more information, contact The Art Center at 706-377-2040; hartwellartcenter1@gmail.com or www. hartwellregionalartscouncil.org.

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Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center The cornerstone health care facility for Franklin and Hart counties is undergoing a transition that hospital and local officials believe will give citizens access to a high quality hospital for years to come. Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center opened in June 2012 and is nationally accredited by DNV Healthcare. Ty Cobb Regional contains 56 private rooms for inpatients, including eight Critical Care Unit rooms and a nine-bed Mother Baby Unit. Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center is equipped to provide inpatient and outpatient surgical services for colonoscopy/ endoscopy; ear, nose, throat; gastroenterology; general surgery; gynecology; urology to include lithotripsy and cystos-

copy; ophthalmology; orthopedics and podiatry. The Emergency Room is equipped to offer 24/7 consultative coverage a variety of specialties and has two fully equipped trauma rooms. St. Mary’s Health Care System, based in Athens, recently announced that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center. St. Mary’s is part of the Trinity Health nationwide system of care. Founded in 1906, St. Mary’s is a fast-growing, nonprofit health care system that includes St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens; St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital near Greensboro; Highland Hills Village retirement community and Center for Alzheimer’s and De-

mentia Care near Watkinsville; regional home health care and hospice services; outpatient diagnostic, rehabilitation and wellness center; and an expanding network of highly specialized physicians and practices. St. Mary’s is recognized by Healthgrades for clinical excellence, patient safety, and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for total joint replacement, general surgery, and gastrointestinal care. St. Mary’s has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award for stroke care five years in a row.

St. Mary’s is certified by The Joint Commission in five disease-specific areas of care: advanced primary stroke, advanced inpatient diabetes, heart failure care, total knee replacement, and spine surgery. In addition, St. Mary’s was named Georgia’s Large Hospital of the Year in 2006 and 2010, and St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital was named Georgia’s Small Hospital of the Year in 2014.

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Avita Community Partners offers Behavioral Health Services, Supportive Employment, Community Based Intervention, Child and Adolescent Services, Addictive Diseases Treatment and Developmental Disabilities Services to Hart and Franklin County residents. Our Mission is to improve and promote safe, stable and meaningful lives. We have a staff of highly trained professionals available to help in a crisis as well as on-going care and treatment for those needing our services. Developmental Disabilities Program: This program works with our special needs popula-

tion by helping them participate in the community where they live and assists consumers in being as independent as possible. Services include day programs and social and community support. Behavioral Health Services: Our behavioral health clinical staff team provide therapy and counseling services to adults, children, Adolescents, Geriatrics and Families in our community. This includes individual, family and group Therapies. Nursing assessments are provided by a Registered Nurse. We have a Staff psychiatrist on site for adults and use of telemedicine services of a Board Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist for those needing medications as part of their treatment. Addictive Disease Services: We have a full time addictions

counselor on site who provides assistance to those seeking sobriety and help in their journey of recovery. We use and have access to Ambulatory detoxification services. Supportive Employment & Job Search Assistance: This service is offered to Avita clients who are seeking full time employment or part- time employment to supplement their income. The specialist works with clients to research potential employers, complete resume & job history, assists with job applications and preparation for job interviews. They also promote local job fairs and educational services to help those seeking employment. Community Service Intervention: Our community service worker meets with adults, children and adolescents in the community and schools to as-

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Environmental Health: David Leard, Manager 706-376-5117, ext. 2 david.leard@dph.ga.gov Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m. for lunch); Exception: 1st Tues. of each month 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Exception: Fri. following 1st Tues., 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Child and Adolescent Health Health Check provides wellchild physical for Medicaid/ PeachCare children 0-21 years of age. Child Health provides wellchild physical for non-Medicaid/PeachCarechildren 0-21 years of age. Immunizations: Immunization records and school certificates are provided to parents and guardians. Dental Care: Available to children up to 21 years of age who have Medicaid or Peach Care insurance. Patients without insurance can also be seen on a fee basis. Women’s Health Family Planning provides education, physical exams, counseling, minor gynecological treatments, and various birth control methods. Services

are based on a sliding scale fee based on family income. Prenatal Case Management provides case management of prenatal women eligible for Medicaid to access needed medical, nutritional, social, educational and other needed services. Cancer Screenings provide physical exam including breast exam and mammogram referrals to women on a sliding scale fee based on their income. Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention Program provides breast and cervical cancer screening to low income women with no insurance Babies Born Healthy: Program provides low-income uninsured (or under insured) pregnant women quality prenatal services. Adult Health Provides blood pressure checks, therapeutic injections (with doctor’s order), diabetes screening and immunizations. Nutritional Services Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC provides nutrition education, breast feeding information and support, nutritious foods and referrals to health and other social services at no charge. Women who are pregnant, postpartum or breast

feeding, Infants and Children up to age five. Communicable Diseases Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD): Health Departments provide testing, education and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases. HIV/AIDS: All of our Health Departments provide HIV testing, counseling and referral of clients needing evaluation. Tuberculosis Screening: Health Departments provide skin testing, diagnosis, and management of newly diagnosed TB cases. Provides treatment of persons with latent TB infection. Epidemiological Investigation: Public health epidemiologists locate individuals with communicable diseases and provide patient education and

partner notification. Environmental Health Land Use: On-Site Sewage Management. The Food Service Program. The Tourist Accommodation Program. The Swimming Pool Program. The On-Site Water Program. Rabies Control. Well Water Evaluation. Insect-Borne Illness Environmental Health-Related Complaints.

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Hart ranks 6th in agriculture

Cooperative Extension Service 706-376-3134

Brandi H. Shiflet Extension Coordinator and 4-H Agent brandimh@uga.edu

Josh Halpin Ag Agent - Agriculture & Natural Resources jhalpin@uga.edu

Amber Adams 4-H Program Assistant ambermb@uga.edu

Rhonda Jordan Secretary uge1147@uga.edu 200 Arthur Street, Hartwell Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. – 12 Noon and 1 – 5 p.m.

When you need answers, you go to the source… And when your question needs unbiased, research-based answers about issues like horticulture, water quality, profitability in agribusiness, food safety and nutrition and helping young people prepare for life; your best source is the Hart County Cooperative Extension Office. Our mission is to respond to the people’s needs and interest in agriculture and natural resources, families and 4-H and youth through education and information. Through a unique partnership with Hart County Government, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Agents, backed up by specialists and a network of resources, have been on the job in Georgia since 1914. The United States Congress established the Cooperative Extension for the purpose of delivering information from land-grant colleges and universities to all Americans. The “College on Wheels” carried University of Georgia faculty and exhibits of interest across 60

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Georgia through 1917. Today there are cooperative extension offices in most of the 159 counties of our state. Main programming areas of extension are: Agriculture and natural resources: County Extension Agent, Josh Halpin, helps keep farmers abreast of the latest agricultural technology, research and marketing strategies. The farm gate value of a cultivated product in agriculture or aquaculture is the net value of the product when it leaves the farm, after marketing costs have been subtracted. Since many farms do not have significant marketing costs, it is often understood as the price of the product at which it is sold by the farm (the farm gate price). The farm gate value is typically lower than the retail price consumers pay in a store as it does not include costs for shipping, handling, storage, marketing, and profit margins of the involved companies. Testing of soil or water, livestock feed analysis, or pesticide residue testing – Hart County Cooperative Extension

provides these services for clientele through the UGA Agricultural Services Laboratories. Some of these tests may require a small fee. Horticulture expertise is offered to homeowners and pesticide training for private/commercial applicator licensing. Hart County 4-H: Brandi Shiflet, County Extension Agent, and Amber Adams, Extension Program Assistant encourages students in grades

four through twelve to join 4-H. The 4-H staff provides thirtysix club meetings each month to over 800 Hart County 4-H’ers. In-school meetings for fourth through sixth grade include lessons that complement the common core standards for each grade level. After school meetings are held for seventh through twelfth grade and focus on community service and leadership development. Home schooled students also meet monthly. The core curriculum includes District Project Achievement, in which a 4-H’er prepares a speech and demonstration about the chosen topic and presents it before judges and peers during competition. 4-H summer camps are popular among Hart County 4-H’ers. Each summer, one week is spent with 4-H’ers from all over the state as they learn, explore and discover. Hart County 4-H also offers students the opportunity to be on a judging team. This is usually a six week study, or longer, of an area of interest and concludes with a district contest.

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2013 Hart County Summary Data Total Farm Gate value of production ............... $324,034.499.85 Ornamental Horticulture ...................................... $7,732,559.60 Fruits & Nuts ............................................................ $494,657.40 Forestry Related ......................................................... $189,339.63 Agritourism ...................................................................$70,200.00 Poultry & Eggs .................................................... $288,586,371.14 Beef Finishing, Stockers, Cows ........................... $10,370,531.25 Dairy ........................................................................ $4,206,279.00 Horses, Boarding, Breeding, Raising ...................... $575,245.00 Honeybees .....................................................................$24,708.75 Goats ........................................................................... $100,000.00 Pork, Finishing only ............................................... $3,957,525.00 Row & Forage Crops .............................................. $6,233,412.40 Vegetables ................................................................... $919,337.68 Other Incomes ........................................................... $574,333.00

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Scotty Palmer, District Conservationist 706-376-5451 scotty.palmer@ga.usda.gov Soil Conservation: 706-376-2876

Raenata D. Walker Farm Loan Manager 706-335-8111 x 102 Raenata.Walker@ga.usda.gov

Provides a variety of services to farmers. Charges for services: • Crop insurance • Commodity programs, loans made using the projected crop as collateral • Farm loans, loans made to farmers who cannot obtain credit • Commodity purchases and donations, provides hunger relief • Conservation Reserve Program, pays compensation for farmers to plant permanent vegetation cover • Agricultural Conservation Program, helps alleviate soil and water related problems

• Disaster and emergency assistance, assists farmers who have suffered a natural disaster • Emergency Conservation Program, helps remove debris, restore fences, water livestock, etc. • Non-insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, ensures crops for which crop insurance is not available. Must provide information before a natural disaster. • Emergency Loan Assistance, loans to help cover production and physical losses • Emergency haying and grazing assistance

Georgia Natural Resources Conservation Service works with people through a partnership effort to conserve and protect natural resources. NRCS’s natural resources conservation programs help people reduce soil erosion, enhance water supplies, improve water quality, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce damages caused by floods and other natural disasters. NRCS provides funding opportunities for agricultural producers and other landowners. Public benefits include enhanced natural resources that help sustain agricultural productivity and environmental quality while supporting continued economic development, recreation, and scenic beauty.

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Hart Community Garden The Hart Community Garden, located across from Quality foods and next to Hart EMC, offers a place to garden, socialize and learn for the residents of Hart County. It represents a concerted volunteer effort from a number of individuals who give their time, goods, or money so others may have an opportunity to grow and learn about vegetables and gardening. Founded in fall 2012, the Hart County Board of Commissioners approved the use of the under utilized land. In the time since, the property has been cleaned, dilapidated structures removed or rebuilt, irrigation installed, along with the construction of 38 garden beds and prepared field space for crops. Individuals or families can become seasonal members of

the garden, which affords a bed, access to tools, information, and other gardening supplies. In turn, garden members maintain their own bed and contribute to the general chores of the garden. As the garden has grown, so has participation. At near 100 percent capacity, last spring was the most successful yet. Inquire now to reserve your spot for this spring! If you are

interested in growing your own vegetables, or think you could contribute your time or knowledge to the garden members, please visit us at www.HartCommunityGarden.org or inquire at the Hart County Chamber of Commerce for more information and a registration form.

As a non-profit, the garden is also in need of donations to fund future projects and board members to help with the plan of work. If you are interested in participating in any capacity, contact Rita Chapman at 706-4362929 or ritac@hartcom.net.

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Become a Member! If you are interested in becoming a member of the Hart County Botanical Garden, please go to www.hartcogardens.org/request-info, print out and complete the membership form and mail it with your check to the P. O. Box shown on the form. If you have membership questions please email them to hartcountybotanicalgarden@gmail.com. Your membership to the Hart County Botanical Garden doesn’t just help maintain and support the garden, you will be invited to the members only preview sale during the Spring plant sale. There is something new to discover in every season at the

garden! Membership Levels Student - $10 Individual - $15 Family - $25 Business/Corporate - $50 The Hart Botanical Garden, developed by community volunteers, is open to the public every day during daylight hours. Many people use the walk-

ing trails on a regular basis. The garden contains a children’s activity area, a memorial garden, and an amphitheater for outdoor classrooms. The mostly wooded property is divided by a gently flowing stream, which is surrounded by large maples and poplars. Anyone wishing to join “Friends of the Garden” to preserve and help maintain the garden is invited to use the web

site... please visit www.hartcogardens.org for more information. Watch “Hart News Briefs” in the weekly Hartwell Sun for announcements about the garden. Organizations and families can use the pavilion by reserving it with a deposit. Chairs and tables are available on site for rent. Come enjoy the peace and tranquility of the garden and learn about beautiful plants as you stroll the paths. This year, we are opening up membership to the garden to any interested gardeners in the area. We all learn new gardening information as we volunteer and work together to create this special place that is unique to Hartwell. If you want to make new friends and share in our gardening adventures, check out our membership page and come join us today!

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Clubs and Organizations AARP - American Association of Retired Persons Chapter 2006 Dorthy Dougherty, president 706-489-1913 Meets 3rd Wed. each month 11:30 a.m. (lunch served) 12:15 p.m. for regular meeting at the Korner Kitchen.

American Legion Auxiliary of Women Unit #109 Carolyn Howard, president 706-376-2785 Meets 1st Tues. each month - 1 p.m. at Hartwell Golf Club

American Legion Post #109 William Blazek, commander, 706-436-4491, 706-377-3753 www.alpost109.org Meets 1st Tues. each month - 6 p.m. Social Hour - 7 p.m. dinner followed by business meeting at Hartwell Golf Club, Hwy. 29 S. All Veterans welcome.

Appalachian Striper Club Alan Martin, president 706-302-3212 bubba_1949@msn.com Meets 2nd Mon. each month at J Peters in Lavonia - meal at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. Visitors always welcome. Monthly tournaments on Lake Hartwell.

Bowers House Writers Guild An Association of Experienced, Beginning and Aspiring Writers Charles Prier, Director, 706-436-9632 Charles@BHwriters.org www.BHwriters.org Meets 2nd Wed. each month - 1 - 3 p.m. at Bowers House Literary Center, 100 Depot St., Canon

Boy Scouts of Hart Co. Troop 33 Greg Schultz, Sr. Dist. Executive 706-224-3087 gschultz@bsamail.org www.nega-bsa.org Meets Mon. at the Boy Scout Hut - 6:30 - 8 p.m.

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Cateechee Ladies Golf Association Gena Cauthen, president 706-376-8742 Business meeting 2nd Wed. each month at Cateechee, call for meeting times. Plays weekly at Cateechee

City of Hartwell Historic Preservation Commission Nancy Clark, 706-376-5892 Meets 2nd Tues. each month - 4 p.m. at City Hall meeting room.

Columbiettes Cel Locke 706-376-6465 Niona Morris, 678-451-6037 Meets 1st Thurs. each month at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Call for times.

Daughters of the American Revolution, John Benson Chapter NSDAR Mary Anne Huggins 706-376-5997 Meets 2nd Fri. each month - 11 a.m. in the Adult Literacy Center

Friends of the Library Bill Granger, president Library 706-376-4655 Meets 2nd Tues. each month 2:30 p.m. at Hart County Library

Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of Realtors Michele Dipert, assc. executive 706-436-5323 m.dipert@comcast.net www.gulbor.com Board meets 2nd Wed. each month - 10 a.m. General membership lunch meeting - every other month - various locations. Continuing Education class every other month.

Habitat For Humanity Darlene Nixon, 706-436-0741 Meets 3rd Thurs. of each evennumbered month at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church

Hart County Black Historical Society, Inc. Gwen Fisher, coordinator 706-376-6733

Ducks Unlimited

Hart Co. Democratic Party

Ronny Dove, 706-714-3683 or 706-245-4975 dovescreenprint@aol.com Annual banquet - call for info.

Margaret Crossley, 706-436-7632 Meets 3rd Sat. each month - 10 a.m. downstairs at the library.

Hart County Farm Bureau Friendship Force of Lake Hartwell Marti Reckdenwald, president 706-376-1603 Phylis Zygmont, 864-972-8845 Rose Mary Victory, 706-356-4588 Barb Walter, 864-225-0666 Elaine Epstein, 864-224-5126 ffolh.com Meets 1st Mon. each month 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Founders Hall

Friends of the Garden Kay Cleveland, president 706-376-4631 www.hartcogardens.org Meets 3rd Tues. each month 5:30 at the Presbyterian Church on Benson St.

Larry Haley, 706-376-3121 Board at Farm Bureau Office, call for meeting dates and times.

harrison318@comcast.net Meets 2nd Tues. each month 9:30 a.m. at the Museum

Hart Co. Humane Society Donna Madkiff, president 706-376-1769 hartcohumane@yahoo.com Meets 2nd Mon. each month 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Adult Literacy Center, adjacent to the Hart County Library on Benson Street. Learn more by visiting harthumane.org

Hart County Little League 706-856-2255 hcll@hartcom.net

Hart County Property Owners Association, Inc. Garry Hamilton, 706-376-0031 hcpoa.info Meets 3rd Mon. each month - 7 p.m. Call for meeting place

Hart County Relay For Life Sarah Burnheimer, Relay specialist 706-543-2240, ext. 225 sarah.burnheimer@cancer.org

Hart Co. Republican Party Steven Mouchet, 706-436-3595 Meets 2nd Thurs. each month - 7 p.m. at Adult Learning Center www.hartcountygop.org

Hart Co. Retired Educators

Steve and Diane Cox 706-377-4815 coxdian@aol.com

Pam Carroll, president 706-436-3846 Meets 1st Tues. each month except Jan., July, & Aug. - 11:30 a.m. at Casa Grande

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John O’Neill, president 706-356-8075 Meets Wed. - noon at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Contact Gary Cobb at 706-376-0120 for Handicap Ramps

Cynthia Tornquist, pres. 706-376-2717 tctornquist@hartcom.net Meets 1st Wed of each month 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 691 Benson St., Hartwell

Hart County Historical Society and Museum Inc.

Hart Partners

Hart Co. Foster Parent Assc.

Catherine Harrison, 706-3767906

Patricia Werner, exe. director 706-856-2778 Community meeting last Wed. of Jan., April, Aug. and Oct.

Hart Regional Arts Council (The Art Center)

Hartwell United Garden Club Council of Hartwell

Meets 2nd and 4th Mon. each month - 7 p.m. at Casa Grande.

Debra Taylor Dubeau 1-404-558-2276 hartwellartcenter1@gmail.com hartregionalartscouncil.org Meets 1st Tues. each month - 7 p.m. at The Art Center. Meetings open to the public.

Cheri Griggs, president 706-436-3039 Meets 2nd Mon. of Jan., March, May, Sept., and Nov. - 4:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church.

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Hartwell Bass Fishing Club

Cathy Eison, executive officer hbaneg@yahoo.com Meets 2nd Tues. each month at Casa Grande. A non-profit association of building industry professionals dedicated to the production of affordable and quality housing.

Hartwell Chapter No. 490 United Daughters of the Confederacy Diane Carithers, president 706-961-4551 dianegcarithers@gmail.com Meets 1st Sat. each month - 11 a.m. at Community Club house from Sept. thru June. Our objects are historical, educational, benevolent, memorial, and patriotic. All ladies with an ancestor that fought in the War Between the States, or ladies that have a love for the of the War Between the States history are welcome to come to the meetings.

Hartwell Garden Club Arminda Hicks Thorne, president 706-376-3887 Meets 1st Sat. each month- 10 a.m. at Casa Grande.

Hartwell Ladies Golf Assc. Diane Walowic, president 706-244-1917 Bobbie Figgeroa, 706-988-5810 Meets last Tues. each month noon at the Hartwell Golf Club. Play golf every Tues. morning, March thru Oct.

Hartwell Service League Carol Mamay, 770-262-8457

Hartwell Tailspinner R/C Club John Boy, president 706-498-3726 Meets 2nd Mon. each month - 7 p.m., call for meeting place

Imagination Library Tony & Chris Hilton 706-376-1280 Call for meeting times and dates

Kiwanis Club of Hartwell John Starrett, President 706-377-2432 hartwellkiwanis.org Meets Mon. - noon at Casa Grande

Military Order of the Purple Heart, Northeast Georgia Chapter 531

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Meets 2nd Wed. each month - 12 at Athens VFW Club

Meets 3rd Sat. each month - 11 a.m. at Casa Grande.

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Marine Corps League Gene Masini, commandant 864-222-1546 eugenejmasini@bellsouth.net Meets 2nd Sat. each month - 9 a.m. at Woodsmen of the World, 102 North W. Drive, Anderson, S.C. Membership in the Marine Corps League is open to all active duty, retired and honorably discharged military personnel of all branches of the service. detachment1106.onlinewebshop.net.

Ginger Pitts, leader 706-491-1575 gingerpitts92@yahoo.com Meets Thurs., 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. at Cross Roads Church, 3636 Lavonia Hwy.

Mothers of Preschollers (MOPS) and Mom’s Next Jillian Kirkpatrick, coordinator 706-436-6387 mopsofhartwell@gmail.com Meets the 1st and 3rd Thurs. Continued to page 66

Lake Hartwell Association Herb Burnham lakehartwellassociation.org membership@lakehartwellassociation.org Meets 2nd Mon. every other month - 6:30 p.m.

Lake Hartwell Beekeepers Shairon Kerline, 706-356-7788 Meet 1st Thurs. each month - 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Lavonia, in the Family Life Center. Experienced beekeepers or those just wanting information about beekeeping are welcome.

Lake Hartwell Dive Club 706-436-4041 Pete Brown, certified scuba diving instructor. Equipment - Sales - Service - Scuba Trips Aqua Camp of Northeast Georgia www.hartwelldivers.com Lake Hartwell Shrine Club Wayne Fowler, 706-498-8224 Meets 3rd Tues. each month- 7 p.m. at Nancy Hart Masonic Lodge

Hartwell Woman’s Club Carey Lynn Stuckey, 706-4361973 Meets 3 times a year

Jim McCormick, president 706-377-3658 jimmarnl@earthlink.net Meets 1st Fri. - Feb., April, June, Aug., Oct., and Dec. at the Hartwell Golf Course. Call for time.

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Johnny Brannon, president 706-376-3525 Terry Stewart, 706-377-2432 Meets 1st Thurs., each month - 6 p.m. Call for meeting place. Tournaments are the following Saturday.

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Olds Harris, commander 706-376-5979 Judson Barton, adjutant 706-376-7056 Meets 2nd Mon. each month 6:30 p.m. at UDC Clubhouse in Hartwell.

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Meets 3rd Thurs. each month 6:30 p.m. Meal -meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

NE Georgia Council on Domestic Violence Support Group for Battered Women

NeeNee Kay, 706-717-1308

Nancy Hart Chapter No. 398 Order of Eastern Star Virginia Majeski, 706-376-4625 Meets 2nd Thurs. each month - 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m. meeting at Lodge. Meets 1st Thurs. in June. Closed December

Nancy Hart Garden Club Ann Roedler, president, 706-376-7799 Meets 2nd Tues. each month - downstairs at Adult Learning Center

Nancy Hart Literacy Council 706-376-5534 Meets quarterly in the Adult Learning Center.

Nancy Hart Masonic Lodge No. 690

Bill Powell, 706-376-3414 Meets 3rd Mon. each month - 7 p.m. at the Art Center

Pilot Club of Hartwell Inc. Susan Knighton, President

Hotline can be reached 24/7 at 706-376-7111. Educational support groups are provided weekly for adults with teens and children groups held at the same time. All services are free and confidential. Please call the hotline or the office at 706-3774884 for more information.

Northeast Georgia Fraternal Order of Police #105 Dennis Bell, president 706-391-0447 Chad Phillips, vice president 706-371-5347 Applications available in September for membership.

Northview Cemetery Assoc. Hugh Temple, 706-377-2696 Call for meeting time and location.

706-436-0655 sunite@hartcom.net Meets 2nd Tues. each month - 7 p.m. at Casa Grande. If you are interested in joining Pilot, or would like more information, please contact Susan Knighton.

Pine Tree Garden Club Peggy Tucker, 706-376-5998 Meets 3rd Thurs. each month 6:30 p.m., except July, Aug. and Dec. at Casa Grande.

Quilters from the Hart Joyce Bays, 706-377-4641 Annie’s Pretty Pieces 802-881-1542 Meets 4th Tues. each month - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church.

Red Hat Societies: Red & Purple Jewels of Hartwell Bobbie Gaines, 706-376-2438 Scarlet Ladies, Kathy Snyder georgiaknd@hartcom.net A Touch of Class Judy Earle, 706-376-3476 YaYas of Hartwell Peggy Tucker, 706-376-8241

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David Ray, 706-376-7396 davidr@hartcom.net Brenda Harbin brharbin@hartcom.net Ellen Davenport, 706-498-6504 gdavenpo@bellsouth.net Visit www.srvgs.wordpress.com visit our Face book page. A group of amateur genealogists dedicated to the research and preservation of historical records. Call for meeting dates

Swingin’ Harts Square Dance Club Bruce and Debra Phillips, presidents, 706-356-3430

debbiesue87@hotmail.com Bill and Ann Fogerty 706-377-3753 Meets 1st and 3rd Fri. each month - 8 - 10 p.m., at the Hart County Recreation Center on Clay Street. Club caller: Bob Morrison. Lessons are available. Dress: casual.

Third Thursday Book Club 706-376-4655 info@hartcountylibrary.com Facebook: Hart County Public Library. Meets 3rd Thurs. each month - 6 p.m. at Hart County Library. Discusses both fiction and non-fiction.

TOPS GA #0547 Chapter (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Matt Imberri, leader 763-390-0539 or 763-227-2981 Meets every Thurs. - 6:30 p.m. at Hartwell Senior Center.

TORCH of Hartwell Meets 3rd Thurs. each month - 4 p.m. in the large conference room at City Hall. Call the Hart County Chamber of Commerce for more information 706-3768590.

Trout Unlimited Ronny Dove, 706-714-3683 dovescreenprint@aol.com www.SavannahRiverTU.org Meets 1st Mon. each month - eat at 6 p.m.; meets at 7 p.m. at Mi Jalisco.

Tugaloo Arts Guild Joyce Woodrum, president 706-376-1485 Meets every Tues. from 10 a.m. 12. Open Studio and Crafts held at Community Center on Pool St. in Lavonia

Ty Cobb Regional Medical Auxiliary Sharon Brown, 706-356-7800 Meets 1st Tues. each month - 11 a.m. Lunch served.

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 8076 Randy Haley, commander 706-376-4909 VFW Ladies Auxiliary Betty Teasley, 706-376-6661 VFW 706-376-4909 Meets Fri. each month- 5:30 p.m. at VFW

Memorial Day Weekend Events Memorial Day weekend in Hart County offers a variety of entertainment options each year. It starts on Saturday, morning, May 23, with the Challenge of the Centuries Bike Ride and wraps up on Monday with annual Memorial Day service to honor our veterans on May 25. The 25th Challenge of the Centuries Bike Ride is a twoday ride that starts each morning in Hartwell. Riders can tackle courses ranging from 35 to 100 miles. Saturday’s routes head southeast passing over the Hartwell Dam, then into the countryside of South Carolina. Day two heads northwest to Bowersville and picturesque countryside, with the longest route going all the way up and through Toccoa after an “Assault on Dick’s Hill.” Rides start at 8 a.m. Cost to ride for both days is $50 or $40 for one day. Save $5 if you register before April 30. Both indoor and outdoor camping is available at the Bell Family YMCA. Campground opens at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22.

Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Hartwell, proceeds from the official BRAG training ride benefit several local charities. For more information, contact Rob Rosenbloom at cofcbikeride@gmail.com. You can also visit challengeofthecenturies. blogspot.com for more information. If classic cars are your thing, then check out the annual “Cars and Guitars” Car Show and festival on the downtown square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. This classic car event is sponsored by the Hart County Chamber of Commerce. This classic car event will feature Street Rods, Classic and Custom Cars, along with children’s activities. There will also be a DJ providing some great music, food vendors, craft vendors. Admission is free. For information, a car entry form or a vendor form please contact the Hart County Chamber at 706-376-8590 or via email hartchamber@hartcom.net. Music lovers can spend Saturday evening listening to eclectic mix of sounds on the shores of Lake Hartwell. The

Lake Hartwell Music Festival is back for a third edition. The tunes begin at 1 p.m. and last until 10 p.m. This year’s event returns to Long Point Recreation Area at the end of Old Highway 29. This year’s homegrown lineup of bands includes Clay Page, Phil Duncan, Barefoot Bandwagon, Di-Mar-Co, Pink Truck, Derrick Dorsey Band, Reservoir Dogs and 3&20. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the show. Ages 6-12 are $5 in advance and $10 at the gate. Children 5 and under are free. Bring the family, bring some chairs and

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March 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29 • “Beach Party-Sing & Dance to Hits from the 1960’s” at the Rock Gym in Elberton, produced by the Savannah River Playhouse. Saturday, March 21, matinee lunch at 12:00 with the show immediately following. Saturday, March 28, dinner at 6:00 p.m. and show at 7:30 p.m. Dinner $40 or Show $20. Call 706-376-7397 for more information. March 27 • Todd’s Spring Tough Day Tournament. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston. 12 - 4 p.m. Come out and play some Wacky golf at our Tough Day Tournament. Test our most demanding course lay-out. It is a 2-person scramble with a 12:00pm shotgun start. $45/player (includes greens fee, cart and prizes.) Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. $5 parking. 706-245-6770. March 31 • Pilot Club of Hartwell Fundraiser at Zaxby’s. 5 - 7 p.m. at Hartwell Zaxby’s. Eat in or drive through to support the Pilot Club. Zaxby’s donates 10% of their profits earned during these times to the Pilot Club. Contact Susan Knighton at 706-436-0655 for more information. April 10 & 11 • Hart County 68

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Botanical Garden Annual Plant Sale from 9 - 5 p.m. each day will be held at the Botanical Gardens located on Elberton Hwy. 77 South, just minutes from Downtown. April 14 • Pilot Club of Hartwell Annual Pancake Supper fundraiser at McDonald’s. Eat-in or drive through from 5 - 7 p.m. A ticket costs just $2 for all the pancakes you can eat. Drinks, sausage, etc. are extra. Tickets may be bought from any Pilot Club member, or at the door, or contact Susan Knighton at 706-436-0655. April 18 • Hartwell’s Antique Boat Festival at Hartwell Marina, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. This is in it’s 22nd year. Check out the beautifully restored Antique Boats, shop the arts and craft fair, listen to the entertainment and view the Porsche Club of the Americas display of cars. This is the official kick off for the spring and summer season and is free to the public. April 18 - 25 • Lake Hartwell Clean Up Green Up. As always, your help is needed! Volunteers from scout groups, civic clubs, local residents, businesses, family units and friends of the lake are needed to pick up litter and other non-natural debris

on and around Lake Hartwell. Contact: Hartwell Lake Project Office, Attn: Volunteer Coordinator, 5625 Anderson Hwy., Hartwell, GA 30643. May 2 • 37th Annual Hartwell DAM RUN, sponsored by the Hart Running Club. This is a 5k, 10k and one mile Fun Run at Big Oaks Recreation area. Run across the Hartwell Dam from South Carolina to Georgia and thru some beautiful woodlands with lake views. Go to active.com to register. May 2 • First Saturdays at Hartwell Marina, hosted by the Hartwell DDA, from 7 - 10 p.m. This is a free concert to the public and food will be available. You are welcome to bring a chair and a picnic supper if you like. May 8 • Golf Tournament at Hartwell Golf Club. Sponsored by the Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence. For more information call 706377-4884 or 706-377-4141. May 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, and 17 • Hairspray at Hart County Community Theatre. Call the HCCT Box Office for more information at 706-376-5599 or email hcct@hartcom.net

May 15 • American Cancer Society “Relay for Life” fundraising event at Hart County Middle School. May 23 - 24 • Challenge of the Centuries Bike Ride, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Hartwell. This is a two day bike ride with routes covering 35/65/100 miles. Go to active. com to register. May 23 • 8th Annual Hart Chamber’s “Cars and Guitars” Car Show and Antique Festival event in downtown Hartwell from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Come out to see the beautiful antique and classic cars, shop the antique and memorabilia section (New for 2015), plenty of things for kids and classic rock and roll music all day. May 23 • LAKE HARTWELL MUSIC FESTIVAL, will be held at Long Point Recreation Area. More details to come. June 1 - 8 • Highland Walk Junior Golf Camp. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston. Weekdays 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Whether a player is swinging the club for the first time or looking to refine his or her skills, Junior Golf Camp is a fun way for kids to learn the lifelong game of golf. By the end of the week, play-

June 6 • First Saturdays at Hartwell Marina, hosted by the Hartwell DDA, from 7-10pm. This is a free concert to the public and food will be available. You are welcome to bring a chair and a picnic supper if you like. June 11 • “Music from Les Miserables” at the Savannah River Playhouse, Hartwell. 706-

376-7397. June 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28 • “Les Miserables” at the Rock Gym in Elberton, produced by the Savannah River Playhouse. Saturday, June 20, matinee lunch at 12:00 with the show immediately following. Saturday, June 27, dinner at 6 p.m. and show at 7:30 p.m. Dinner $40 or Show $20. Call 706-3767397 for more information. June 26 • DANCIN’ On DEPOT, a Downtown Hartwell dance party located on Depot St. This event is hosted by the Hartwell DDA. $5 to enter, children 5 and under free.

FLW College Southeastern Conference Qualifier to be held May 30 The Gum Branch Park Mega Ramp will be the site of the FLW College Southeastern Conference Qualifier May 30. The qualifier draws college teams from Mississippi, Florida, North and South Carolina, and Georgia. The FLW is the country’s largest tournamentfishing competition for college bass clubs. FLW College Fishing consists of five conferences – Central, Northern, Southern, Southeastern and Western. Each conference season consists of

three one-day qualifying tournaments with a maximum of 50 teams in each event, with the winning team earning $2,000. The top 15 teams from each of the three qualifying events in a conference (a total of 45 teams) advance to a two-day FLW College Fishing Invitational, with the winning team earning $4,000. The top 10 teams from each of the Invitationals advance to the 2015 National Championship.

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June 27 • Get Outdoors Day. Tugaloo State Park, Lavonia 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bring your family for a day of games on the beach, including volleyball, horseshoes, putt-putt and a sand castle building contest. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. June 27 • Pre-Fourth Craft Extravaganza in Downtown Hartwell from 9 a.m. -3 p.m. This huge craft fair takes over the downtown square and is sponsored by the Hartwell Service League. It is in it’s 37th year and gets over 10,000 visitors.

Hartwell Marina from 7 - 9 p.m., hosted by the Hartwell DDA. Food is available and just bring your chairs and your family. August 1 • 2nd Annual Teen Summit in Bowman, M.E.C. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence. For more information call 706-3774884 or 706-377-4141. August 6 • Fox on the Fairway at the Savannah River Playhouse, Hartwell. 706-376-7397. September 10 • Open Mic Night at the Savannah River Playhouse, Hartwell. 706-3767397.

June 27 • Pre-Fourth Fireworks at Hartwell Dam’s Big Oaks Recreation Area. This fireworks show has food and things for kids, from 6 - 9 p.m., the Community Band will be playing patriotic music from 8 9 p.m. and the Fireworks show starts about 9:15 p.m.

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Continued from page 69 more information call 706-3774884 or 706-377-4141. September 26 • Your State Parks Day at Tugaloo. Tugaloo State Park, Lavonia 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tugaloo State Park will be having family fun with to celebrate the end of summer. We will have canoe races in the cove by the park office. After the races we will also have a volunteer event to clean up the shoreline after a very busy summer season. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. September 26 • Hartwell’s 3rd Annual Farm Fest, This festival is a salute to our Agricultural roots celebrating everything hand picked, hand made and home grown. Arts & Crafts, Ag Day exhibitions, Music, Petting zoo, rides, kids activities, and much more. Contact the Chamber of Commerce if you would like to be a vendor at

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October 1-31 • The 5th Annual Scarecrow Bash. Scarecrow Contest in Hartwell. Start thinking about your scarecrow early!

October 31 • Mayor’s Monster Mash - 4 - 7 p.m. at the city square Come trick-or–treat with the mayor, your friends and neighbors as merchants hand out treats. Dance to the music, play games and watch the entertainment. It is a wonderful family treat.

October 22 • “Nancy Hart Musical” at the Savannah River Playhouse, Hartwell. 706-3767397. October 24 • Pilot Club Annual Fall Festival. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Depot Street. Free event for the public. This is a fun-filled, family annual event. Depot Street is lined with local vendors, selling anything from food to crafts. Live music, face painting, a bouncy house, train rides, and lots of entertainment are some of the fun things that have been provided in the past 10 years! Rent a 14x14 area for $35 for profit, $30 non-profit. Limited electrical hook-up is

November 15 • 15th Annual 5K Run at McGee Heating & Air - 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Northeast Georgia Council on Domestic Violence. For more information call 706-377-4884 or 706-377-4141. November • Pilot Club of Hartwell Annual Turkey Supper. Night of last HCHS Football game. 5 - 7 p.m. Plates $8 each. Tickets can be purchased from any Pilot Club member. Plate includes turkey, dressing, gravy, green beans, roll, cran-

berry sauce and cobbler. Eat-in or take-out. For more information call Susan Knighton at 706-436-0655 or email sunite@ hartcom.net. November 27 • Home for the Holidays - Christmas tree lighting at 6 p.m. at the town square. Come sing carols, ride the horse drawn carriage or the choo choo train and have your time with Santa. December 6 • Christmas Parade of Lights! 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Hart Co. Chamber of Commerce. Call 706-3768590 for more information. If you have an uncoming event you would like published in one of our Lake Living magazines please contact Vickie Baskins at 706-376-8025 or vbaskins@ thehartwellsun.com.

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