Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Perdue honored for Alzheimer's support

Two hundred Alzheimer's Disease looked on Monday as Gov. Sonny Perdue was recognized for his efforts to change regulations at personal care homes.

Bedden eyed by Texas schools

A Texas school system has shown interest in Richmond County School Superintendent Dana Bedden, local board member Frank Dolan said Monday.
By Preston Sparks

Jail unrest escalated into fight

An attack on Richmond County Sheriff deputies by inmates capped a week of violent incidents inside the jail at the Law Enforcement Center.
By Sandy Hodson

School panels to consider attendance, staff cuts

Richmond County school board committees will discuss policy changes Tuesday.
By Preston Sparks

Changes might affect Talking Book Centers

The agency that oversees the state's network of Talking Book Centers is considering changes that worry some patrons.
By Nikasha Dicks

Davis sworn in, heads to Atlanta

State Sen. Hardie Davis was sworn in Monday, then headed to Atlanta to take on his new job as state senator.
By Johnny Edwards

Aiken arts center name to be changed

Aiken City Council approved renaming the Washington Center for the Performing Arts.
By Stephanie Toone

Mentoring program provides extra instruction

A new Richmond County after-school program serving 480 children got under way Monday.
By Preston Sparks

Rants & Raves

Come on, Deke. Go by and look at the baseball facility at Lake Olmstead. The facility is paid for and absolutely gorgeous.

Across the area

The Georgia Supreme Court affirmed Monday a murder conviction in a 2007 Augusta slaying.

Actor enjoys bringing history to life

Ed Mann's hobby as a living-history actor grew out of learning about his family during the Civil War.
By Jonathan Overstreet

Pageant winners eager to help causes

Two area women are one step closer to their dream of becoming the next Miss America.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Local family has strong ties to scouting

Scouting has been around 100 years, and the Miller family has been a part of the tradition for nearly 70 of those years.
By Sylvia Cooper

Augusta sites played roles in black history

Early businesses, schools and homes in Augusta provide glimpses into the city's black heritage.
By Kelly Jasper

Mourners praise former judge Ruffin

Hundreds came to Tabernacle Baptist Church on Saturday to celebrate the life of John H. "Jack" Ruffin Jr.
By Nikasha Dicks

At least it's not snowing

"This," I said to myself, "is why I live here."  

Prom dress drive 'a blessing'

Lakeside  senior Brianna Murphy organized a prom dress drive for her senior project.
By Bianca Cain

The week ahead

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: Sunday, 2-4 p.m., Family Y Wilson Branch, 3570 Wheeler Road; aimed at educating children about healthy eating habits and smart lifestyle choices.
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Wednesday should be windy

A wind advisory is in effect for the Aiken and Augusta areas from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, and gusts as high as 40 to 45 miles per hour are expected
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