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Photo by Bo Underwood

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Blue Devils dominate Lincoln, prepare for NYE game

Bo Underwood
Monday, December 29, 2025
The Elbert County boys’ basketball team is preparing to ring in the new year on the hardwood. Elbert will play Southwest Atlanta Christian at McDonough High School on Dec. 31 at 11:30 a.m. as part of the inaugural Warhawk New Year’s Eve Invitational.
Photo by Bo Underwood

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Lady Devils basketball moves to 8-1 on season

Bo Underwood
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
The Elbert County girls’ basketball team went 2-1 in its three games last week, putting their record at 8-1 as region play ramps up. The Lady Devils opened the week on Tuesday night with a home matchup against Rabun County, who came into the game with a six game winning streak.
Photo by Mark Wells

Photo by Mark Wells

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Mat Devils take down first four dual opponents

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Elbert County wrestling team has won its first four dual matches to start the 2025-2026 campaign, along with some encouraging results in its early-season tournaments. The Mat Devils hosted Johnson and Cedar Shoals on Dec. 10 for a dual meet and got the win in both.
D.K. Winn (3) and Blu Hester (20) block a shot. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

D.K. Winn (3) and Blu Hester (20) block a shot. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

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Elbert boys’ basketball begins region play with win over Storm

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Elbert County boys’ basketball team started its region schedule in the win column with an 84-75 win at home against Providence Christian Academy on Friday night. Four Blue Devils scored in double figures in a big offensive performance where the Blue Devils rode a late surge to victory.
Judge Chris Phelps hugs a recent graduate of the Northern Judicial Circuit's Felony Drug Court. (Photo by Mark Wells)

Judge Chris Phelps hugs a recent graduate of the Northern Judicial Circuit's Felony Drug Court. (Photo by Mark Wells)

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Drug Court holds commencement at Elberton First Methodist Church

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Northern Judicial Circuit hosted a commencement ceremony Dec. 11 for people who have just completed the circuit's Felony Drug Court program. The program offers offenders who are addicted to drugs or alcohol an opportunity to rehabilitate. Judge R.
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Teen killed in shooting inside Elberton McDonald's

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
A 17-year old student at Elbert County Comprehensive High School was fatally shot inside the McDonald’s restaurant in Elberton Dec. 9. According to a Dec. 10 press release by the Elberton Police Department (EPD), the EPD responded to a reported shooting at McDonald's at approximately 10:20 p.m.
Scenes from Elbert's 70-60 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

Scenes from Elbert's 70-60 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

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Hoop Devils rebound with three straight wins at home

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The Elbert County boys’ basketball team bounced back from a 0-2 start to win their past three games and bring their record to 3-2 to begin the season. The Blue Devils earned their first win of the season over Social Circle last Tuesday with a 70-60 victory.
Scenes from Elbert County's 54-11 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

Scenes from Elbert County's 54-11 win over Social Circle on Dec. 2. (Photos by Bo Underwood)

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Lady Devils basketball wins first four games

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Elbert County girls’ basketball has hopes of winning its region and earning a state title, and the Lady Devils began that pursuit by winning their first four games of the 2025-26 season. The Lady Devils beat Madison County on the road to tip off the year.