A Night to Remember: Celebrating Excellence at the Hart Chamber Awards
Board members pose for a photo following the Awards. L-R: Jeff Loggins, Pete Brown, Jerry McHan, Jennifer O'Neal, Jerrine Jackson, April Hart, Emma Durfee, Jessica Seawright. What a night! The Hart Chamber Awards brought together the very best of our business and nonprofit community for an evening filled with fun, laughter, and yes, a few tears. It was a celebration of leadership, service, entrepreneurship, and heart. From the moment guests walked through the doors, it was clear this was going to be
GA Bass Nation Junior Tournament Takes on Lake Hartwell
Saturday, February 21 | Gum Branch Mega Ramp | Hosted by Discover Hartwell The GA BASS Nation Junior Tournament Series made a big splash at Gum Branch Mega Ramp this past Saturday as 189 teams launched just after sunrise onto Lake Hartwell. Representing both middle and high schools from across Georgia, anglers traveled from every corner of the state with some teams coming from areas near the Florida line. Boats began arriving around 4:30 AM and were greeted by warm smiles from the Discover Hartwell staff
Pet of the Week
Gucci is a 3-year-old male mix breed available for adoption. He is neutered, heartworm negative, appropriately vaccinated and treated for parasites. At just about 50 pounds he is the perfect size for many families. Gucci is house/crate trained, gets along with other dogs and loves people of all ages. If you are interested in meeting our very deserving Gucci please fill out and application at harthumane.org or email hartcohumane@yahoo.com or call/text 706-436-0965. The Hart County Humane Society is an
Direct Mail Marketing: Turning Tangible Touchpoints Into Measurable Growth
Direct mail marketing remains one of the most reliable ways businesses create meaningful customer engagement in a noisy digital environment. While email inboxes overflow and online ads compete for milliseconds of attention, physical mail creates a tangible, high-trust touchpoint that customers can hold, reread, and act on.Key Takeaways at a Glance Physical mail cuts through digital fatigue and captures focused attention. Direct mail delivers strong response rates compared to many digital
St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital to host Wellness Walk 5K
LAVONIA, Ga. – February 6, 2026 – St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital is excited to announce that its popular Wellness Walk 5K and Fun Run will be held Saturday, April 11, 2026, at St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital, 367 Clear Creek Parkway, Lavonia. Participants are encouraged to register early at www.runsignup.com/Race/GA/Lavonia/WellnessWalk5k. Pre-registration is $30 through March 21; $35 thereafter. Entry for the Fun Run is only $20, including on race day. The event is organized by Classic Race Services
Georgia Power Donation Brings FLEX Student Entrepreneurship Program to Hart County
The Hart County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a recent investment from Georgia Power that will fully fund the first year of the Georgia Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurial X-Perience (FLEX) Program at the Hart County College & Career Academy. The contribution was presented earlier this month by Kevin McCraney, area manager for Georgia Power, to Chamber President Amanda Brown. Georgia Power’s support ensures the program’s inaugural year can focus entirely on implementation, student
Low Income Spay/Neuter Program
2026 Nicki Meyer Scholarship Applications Now Open
Applications are now open for the Nicki Meyer Scholarship, a $1,000 award created to honor the memory and lasting legacy of Nicki Meyer, former Executive Director of the Hart County Chamber of Commerce. This scholarship reflects Nicki’s passion for leadership, entrepreneurship, and community service. It is designed to support a Hart County graduating high school senior who demonstrates an entrepreneurial spirit, strong leadership qualities, and a genuine commitment to making a difference in their
