Georgia Chamber Launches OneDigital HR Services to Help Employers Strengthen Workforce
ATLANTA - The Georgia Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of OneDigital HR Services, a new member resource designed to help Georgia employers navigate today's increasingly complex workforce landscape through comprehensive human resources consulting and strategic support.As businesses across Georgia continue to face evolving workforce challenges — from recruiting and retention to compliance, payroll administration, employee engagement, and HR technology — the Georgia Chamber is expanding its
New Ink, New Sparkle: Downtown Hartwell Welcomes Two New Businesses
New Ink, New Sparkle: Downtown Hartwell Welcomes The Vault Tattoo Co. and Everlocked Permanent Jewelry Something new made its mark in Downtown Hartwell last week. Hart Chamber and Hartwell Main Street joined the community for the ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration of The Vault Tattoo Co. and Everlocked Permanent Jewelry at 50 S. Carter Street. The owners spent months transforming the space into a chic, modern studio, and on August 14th it finally opened its doors. Guests toured the finished
Gordon's Marine of Hartwell Expands with New Location at Sun Life Marinas Lake Hartwell
Gordon's Marine of Hartwell celebrated a new chapter last Thursday with a ribbon cutting for their newest location, opened in partnership with Sun Life Marina Lake Hartwell. The new spot adds another convenient location for boaters on the lake, joining Gordon's Marine's existing locations, which remain open and operating as usual. Owners Beth Mewborn and Rich Mewborn were on hand for the celebration, joined by Christine Alfano of Sun Life Marina, as the community gathered to mark the occasion. The new
Help Stock the Hart County Food Pantry This September
The Hart County Food Pantry is asking for the community’s help keeping its shelves stocked this September. This month’s most-needed items are canned fruit, canned mixed vegetables, canned peas, and toothpaste. Every donation, big or small, helps provide food and essential items to local families in need. Donations can be dropped off at the Food Pantry during regular hours, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. For those who would like to donate outside of those hours, an
St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital Earns Recognition from the American Diabetes Association
Lavonia, GA – August 24, 2026 – The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) – the nation’s leading organization committed to fighting diabetes – has announced the recognition of St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital through their Education* Recognition Program (ERP). The ADA’s ERP certificate assures that educational services meet the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES). The corresponding intervention provided is evidence-based and outcome-driven. Services apply for
Chamber Office Closed (For Now) — Here's How to Reach Us
If you've stopped by our office recently, you may have noticed the doors are temporarily closed. We wanted to give our members and community a quick heads up on what's going on. We're closing our physical office for a short time to take care of some maintenance and repairs. While we're at it, we hope to be making a few small improvements to the space. Nothing major, just a bit of a refresh. Here's what stays the same: We are still open for business. Our team is working by appointment, and we're just as
New Georgia Law Requires Businesses to Register AED Locations with 911
A new Georgia law took effect July 1 that could make a life-saving difference for anyone in Hart County. Senate Bill 399, known as the Mason Sells AED Coordination Act, requires anyone who owns or maintains an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to register the device's location with their local 911 center. The law is named for Mason Sells, a 20-year-old Mercer University student who died after going into cardiac arrest during an intramural soccer game. An AED was reportedly nearby, but bystanders and
Pet of the Week
All adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, micro chipped, heartworm negative, appropriately vaccinated and treated for parasites. If you are interested in meeting your next best friend, please fill out an application at harthumane.org to learn more email service@harthumane.org. The Hart County Humane Society is an all-volunteer animal rescue with the mission to save the lives of dogs and cats at Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter through our low cost spay/neuter program as well as our dedicated rescue
Low Income Spay/Neuter Program
