Cars & Guitars 2025 Breaks Records and Celebrates the Best in Show
Cars & Guitars 2025 Breaks Records and Celebrates the Best in Show Downtown Hartwell roared to life this Memorial Day weekend for the annual Cars & Guitars festival, drawing a record-breaking crowd and maxing out participation with 158 cars on display—overflowing into the First Citizens Bank parking lot. The atmosphere was electric, blending the rumble of vintage engines with the sounds of live music and a patriotic opening ceremony. Top Honors Best in Show went to Todd Haagen for his immaculate 1969
Georgia Bass Trail Hosts Final North Division Tournament on Lake Hartwell
Hartwell, GA – May 10, 2025 – The Georgia Bass Trail returned to Lake Hartwell for the second major tournament of the season, launching from the Gum Branch Mega Ramp on a cool, windy, and rainy Saturday. Despite the less-than-ideal weather, 52 boats and 104 anglers turned out for a successful finale to the 2025 North Division schedule. This event marked the first time the Georgia Bass Trail has used the newly installed dock at Gum Branch, a welcome addition for participants navigating the wet conditions.
Gum Branch Mega Ramp Hosts Successful Skeeter Bass Challenge Thanks to Last-Minute Dock Installation
Gum Branch Mega Ramp Hosts Successful Skeeter Bass Challenge Thanks to Last-Minute Dock Installation Hartwell, GA – The shores of Lake Hartwell were buzzing with excitement this past weekend as 96 teams from across the region competed in the Skeeter Bass Challenge, held May 3–4 at Gum Branch Mega Ramp. Taking home the top prize were Hayden Seabolt and Cooper McDonald, who landed a winning total of 36.14 pounds of bass over the two-day event. The tournament brought in over 200 anglers and guests, providing
