New Elbert County season kicking off in Hart County

Running back D.J. Fortson carries the ball in a scrimmage between Elbert County and Washington-Wilkes on August 1. (Photo by Bo Underwood)
Running back D.J. Fortson carries the ball in a scrimmage between Elbert County and Washington-Wilkes on August 1. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

The Elbert County Blue Devils football team is kicking off its new football season Aug. 15 with a big rivalry game against Hart County.

The 67th meeting between the two bitter rivals is scheduled to be…