Your Connection to
Lake Hartwell Since 2003
Your Connection to Lake Hartwell Since 2003
To those who enjoy, play, and live on Lake Hartwell, welcome to your trusted source for
news, events, and everything happening on and around the lake.
To those who enjoy, play, and live on Lake Hartwell, welcome to your trusted source for news, events, and everything happening on and around the lake.
Our Story
Hartwell Lake News was founded in 2002 by Mike Gray, a respected community leader and owner of Hartwell Lake Properties in Anderson, South Carolina. Passionate about the lake and its surrounding communities, Mike created the publication to provide reliable, relevant information for homeowners, visitors, and lake enthusiasts across the Lake Hartwell region.
Over the years, the publication evolved from The Hartwell Lake News into what is now widely known as Hartwell Lake News (HLN), a trusted source for local news, features, and resources. Today, that legacy continues under dedicated local leadership, with a strong commitment to keeping the community informed, connected, and supported.
Connecting the Lake Community
We know Lake Hartwell isn’t just a body of water; it’s a lifestyle. Our mission has always been to keep residents, seasonal homeowners, and visitors informed, entertained, and connected.
Serving Anderson • Clemson • Fair Play • Seneca • Townville • Walhalla • Westminster • Hartwell • Lavonia • Toccoa
Why Our Readers Love Hartwell Lake News
Hartwell Lake News is tailored specifically to the Lake Hartwell community. Our focus is on what matters most to people who live, play, and enjoy the lake. Every issue is designed to connect residents with reputable businesses, helpful resources, and engaging stories, all in one convenient place.
Get Involved
We love hearing from our readers! Whether you have a story to share, an event to announce, or want to become a part of our growing list of advertisers, we’re here to help you get involved and be seen in the community.
Our Mission
At Hartwell Lake News, we aim to:
Highlight local businesses & advertisers
who serve the lake community.
Keep you up to date with current
events & lake news.
Share stories from residents & visitors
that celebrate life on the lake.
Provide trusted resources for lakefront
living, recreation, & local services.
Angie Wilson
meet the owner & Publisher
Angie Wilson is the owner and editor of Hartwell Lake News, bringing more than 30 years of experience in outside sales and community-focused publishing to the Lake Hartwell region. Originally from a small town in North Mississippi, she is deeply invested in the community she serves.
Her career is built on strong relationships, strategic communication, and a deep understanding of local markets—skills that guide the vision and growth of the newspaper. Under her leadership, Hartwell Lake News continues to expand as both a trusted print publication and an evolving online platform for readers and advertisers.
Angie works closely with local nonprofits, supporting initiatives that strengthen the Lake Hartwell community. As a hands-on owner and editor, she ensures content remains relevant and community-driven while fostering meaningful advertising partnerships.
In her spare time, Angie enjoys birdwatching, cooking, gardening, traveling, and spending time with her family, including her six granddaughters and her West Highland Terrier, Hannah.
Through Hartwell Lake News, Angie remains dedicated to connecting the community, supporting local businesses, and celebrating the Lake Hartwell lifestyle.
meet our team
Behind the Headlines
Mike Gray
Founder
Kammie Miller
Editor / high school teacher
Julie
Graphic Artist / Photographer
Reed Oliver
Writer / Photographer
Susan Martin
Writer
Smart Marketing
Web Designer
Our Reach
HLN is a free publication mailed directly to more than 17,000 lakefront homeowners and residents, reaching readers in over 42 states and six countries. An additional 5,000+ copies are distributed throughout local businesses across the Lake Hartwell area and along the I-85 corridor from Lavonia, Georgia to Greenville, South Carolina.
Our online platform, hartwelllakenews.com, expands that reach even further—making it easy for readers to stay connected and for advertisers to showcase their services to a broader audience.
What You’ll Find
Each edition of Hartwell Lake News features local stories, lake updates, fishing and boating content, real estate insights, wildlife features, and a community events calendar. Readers can also discover trusted local businesses offering everything from dock services and landscaping to real estate and home improvement.
We welcome community input and story ideas, and we’re proud to continue building a publication that reflects and supports the Lake Hartwell lifestyle.
Our Mission
Hartwell Lake News exists to serve the Lake Hartwell community by delivering timely news, highlighting local businesses, and celebrating the unique lifestyle the region offers. We connect residents, property owners, and visitors with the people, services, and experiences that make life on and around the lake special.
Mail Delivery
Hartwell Lake News is free for Lake Hartwell homeowners! If you don’t live on the lake but still want to stay connected, you can have Hartwell Lake News mailed directly to your home for $12 per year (4 issues).
Through the Years
Take a look back at the early days of Hartwell Lake News from 2002 to 2010. See how the publication
has evolved over time—from its original design to the paper you know and love today.
Take a look back at the early days of Hartwell Lake News from 2002 to 2010. See how the publication has evolved over time—from its original design to the paper you know and love today.
Hear From Our Readers
We recently moved to Lake Hartwell from North Carolina and picked up your publication about a month ago. We’ve found it to be a great resource for planning entertainment, especially the “Summer Events Around Lake Hartwell”section, as well as the J.S. Shoreline / FloatAir Boat Lifts contacts. We’ve now subscribed so we can receive a regular copy mailed to our home. Best wishes with your publication.