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Wednesday, November 19, 2025Lake Hartwell Wildlife Safari Announces Updated Hours of Operation for November
If you’re planning a family outing or a nature treat this month, heads up: the beloved drive-thru safari at Lake Hartwell Wildlife Safari in Hartwell has updated their hours of operation.The safari will be open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the following days: November 12-16: Open Wednesday- SundayNovember 19–23: Open Wednesday- SundayNovember 23–26: Sunday -WednesdayNovember 27: Closed for ThanksgivingNovember 28–30: Open Friday–SundayGuests are encouraged to check the calendar before visiting, as open
Wednesday, November 19, 2025North Georgia Credit Union Launches Holiday Food Drive to Support Local Families
North Georgia Credit Union wishes to invite the community to join together in making a meaningful impact on local families this holiday season. Now through Monday, December 15, the Credit Union is holding a food drive to collect canned goods, non-perishable food items, and monetary donations to benefit the Hart County Food Pantry and the Flat Shoals Baptist Church Food Pantry.Most-needed items include peanut butter, spaghetti, pasta sauce, canned chicken, canned tuna, hearty soups, beef stew, canned
Thursday, November 13, 2025Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Welcomes Hart, Hope and Freedom to the Community
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate the grand opening of Hart, Hope and Freedom, a Recovery Community Organization dedicated to providing resources, peer support, and a safe, inclusive environment for individuals seeking or maintaining recovery. The Chamber held a well-attended ribbon cutting event at the Hart, Hope and Freedom location on Friday, November 7. Hart, Hope and Freedom honors all pathways to recovery and offers compassionate, judgment-free support, with a special
Monday, September 01, 2025Backstreet BBQ Earns Third Consecutive Nomination for “Best BBQ in Georgia''
Backstreet BBQ Earns Third Consecutive Nomination for “Best BBQ in Georgia” Hartwell, GA — Backstreet BBQ is honored to announce that we’ve been nominated once again for “Best BBQ in Georgia” by Georgia Business Journal for 2025. We have proudly held this title for the past two years, and we’re fired up to keep it for a third! This nomination is especially meaningful as we celebrate 25 years of serving up our signature slow-smoked meats, house-made sauces, and true Southern hospitality. Since opening our
Thursday, August 07, 2025No Budget, No Problem: How to Build a Marketing Plan That Still Hits
You don’t need deep pockets to build digital traction — just a clear plan and sharp execution. The myth that effective marketing requires big ad spend dies hard, but the truth is more nuanced. Strategic constraints can actually lead to better targeting, tighter messaging, and more creative traction. If you’re a solo founder, a scrappy team, or a local brand trying to scale smart, you’ve got leverage — but only if you focus your time and dollars where they move the needle. This isn’t about playing small;
