Andrew Lee Alewine
Lee and Melissa Alewine of Augusta announce the birth of a son, Andrew Lee Alewine, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2003, at Doctors Hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Henry B. Martin III of Hephzibah, Janice Goodfriend of Blythe and the late Albert Alewine.
Emma Grace Wise
Michael Ed
Garrett Bradley Nix
Bradley
Catherine Elizabeth Hanks
Christopher and
Hannah Georgeann Garland
Cassidy Garl
Taneshia Janay Lewis
Tiawan and Latrecia Lewis of Augusta announce the birth of a daughter, Taneshia Janay Lewis, Friday, Jan. 10, 2003, at University Hospital. Grandparents are Sandra Hodge and Franklin Tolbert, both of Augusta, and the late Fredricka Smith.
Clayton Patrick Futo
George and Ni
Graham Steadman Smith
Kenneth Ashley and Mary Louise Steadm
Reece Augustus Dietzman
Brian and Joanna Dietzman of Fort
Samantha Louise Cain
Steven M. and Theresa A. Cain of Augusta announce the birth of a daughter, Samantha Louise Cain, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003, at St. Joseph Hospital. Grandparents are Bill and Barbara Felton of McDonald, Pa., and Bobby and Barbara Cain of Augusta.
Charlotte Elizabeth Kalbskopf
William and Alison Kalbskopf of North Augusta announce the birth of
Sara Victoria Michel
Thomas and L
Mahoganye Lee Smith
Gregory and Candye B. Smith of Hephzibah announce the birth of a daughter, Mahoganye Lee Smith, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003, at University Hospital. Grandparents are Heyward and Bettye Jones of North Augusta.
Alison Rae Johnson
Cliff an
Avery Powell Kitchens
James Ray Kitchens Jr. and Lisa Ann Kitchens, both of Augusta, announce the birth of a son
Joshua Alexander Melton
Woodie Lee Melton III and Cyn
Lanie Elise Niedling
John Nie
Sarai Alaya Paz
Leo and Bonnie Paz of Augusta announce the birth of a daughter, Sarai Alaya Paz, Friday, Jan. 10, 2003, at St. Joseph Hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Alfornia Tennyson of Louisville, Ga., and Mr. and Mrs. Armando Paz of Hollywood, Fla.
Syrenity D. Stringfield
Timothy and Suzanne Stringfiel
Brier Cole White
Edgar and Penny White of Augusta announce the birth of a son, Brier Cole White, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003, at St. Joseph Hospital. Grandparents are Scott Burke and Nancy Burke, both of Evans, and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey White of Dunlap, Tenn.
Keasia Denise Yates
Warren Bell and Lakeisha Yates, both of Augusta, announce the birth of a daughter, Keasia Denise Yates, Friday, Jan. 10, 2003, at Doctors Hospital. Grandparents are Pamela Jones, Nathaniel Jones Jr. and Janie Bell, all of Augusta.
Gavin Mark Carnes
Nicholas Mark and Jessica Nicole Carnes of North Augusta announce the birth of a son, Gavin Mark Carnes, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003, at University Hospital. Grandparents are Ken and Elaine Barrett of North Augusta and Tim and Diane Carnes of Glasgow, Ky.
Vampire rumors cause panic in Malawi
BLANTYRE, Malawi -- A radio journalist was arrested Sunday for interviewing a man who claimed he was attacked by vampires, under a Malawi government campaign to quash vampire rumors.
Ice block falls from heavens and hits Lawrenceville house
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- A piece of ice 2 feet wide fell from the sky, crashed through a family's roof and landed in the room of two sisters.
Odds and Ends
NESQUEHONING, Pa. -- A company that makes a garlic-based repellant to keep critters out of flower beds and vegetable gardens is having the same effect on a neighboring business.
Maddux says $16 million would be fair
Turner Field statue to honor Hall of Fame pitcher Warren Spahn
Former USC Aiken pitcher signs with Braves
Former USC Aiken pitcher signs with Braves
ATLANTA - Former USC Aiken pitcher Roberto Hernandez agreed to a one-year contract with the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday that gives him the chance to earn $1 million.
Maddux says $16 million would be fair
ATLANTA - It's not about the money, Greg Maddux insisted. It's about a fair and reasonable salary.
Turner Field statue to honor Hall of Fame pitcher Warren Spahn
ATLANTA -- Hall of Fame left-hander Warren Spahn, who never pitched in Atlanta, will be honored with a statue outside Turner Field.
Stocks decline on war fears
NEW YORK -- Wall Street looked askance at earnings reports Tuesday, with investors bidding most stocks lower despite healthy profits at such companies as 3M and Ford.
Home builders enjoy best year since 1986
WASHINGTON -- Construction of new homes and apartments posted an unexpectedly strong gain of 5 percent in December as the housing industry wrapped up its best performance in 16 years, a building boom fueled by the lowest mortgage rates in four decades.
Stocks give up most of 2003 gains on war fears
Home builders enjoy best year since 1986
Tenant delays building on site
Stocks give up most of 2003 gains on war fears
NEW YORK -- Wall Street gave up all but the last of its New Year's rally Wednesday, falling for a fifth straight session as investors unloaded shares following tepid earnings from J.P. Morgan Chase and Eastman Kodak.
Tax tips: understanding the dividend tax proposal
Event vendors return
Vendors who were shut out of recent First Friday festivals will have a new place to sell their wares in February.
US Airways adds flights for Masters
Tenant delays building on site
Nearly a year after its ribbon cutting, a development park outside Savannah River Site is ready for its first tenant to open.
Tax tips: understanding the dividend tax proposal
WASHINGTON -- Having trouble figuring out whether you would benefit from President Bush's proposal to eliminate taxes that individual investors now pay on dividends? Experts who make their living by deciphering the tax system are scratching their heads, too, and say there are no simple, one-size-fits all answers.
US Airways adds flights for Masters
The sight of extra airplanes at Augusta Regional Airport during Masters Week is not new.
Kmart CEO to receive $1 million upon emergence from bankruptcy
TROY, Mich. -- Julian C. Day, the new chief executive at Kmart Corp., will receive a base salary of $1 million and a bonus of another $1 million when the retailer emerges from bankruptcy.
Business briefs
ATLANTA - Georgia-Pacific Corp. cited higher asbestos liability costs, market conditions and new accounting as reasons for a wider fourth-quarter loss. The results, released Tuesday, fell short of Wall Street's reduced estimates.
Kmart CEO to receive $1 million upon emergence from bankruptcy
Business briefs
NEW YORK - Hard-hit by sour loans and regulatory penalties, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. on Wednesday reported a wider loss in the fourth quarter than had been expected by Wall Street analysts.
Bowden names defensive ends coach
CLEMSON, S.C. -- Clemson coach Tommy Bowden has hired David Blackwell as defensive ends coach, the school says.
Bowden names defensive ends coach
Lady Pacers lose to Kennesaw State in overtime
Texas' Conradt going for 800th career victory
Back-to-back aces can be explained
In the know
There are hundreds of dog breeds worldwide, not all of them recognized by the American Kennel Club. On Jan. 1, the AKC's list grew to 151 breeds with the formal recognition of the toy fox terrier, which is between 9 and 11 inches high; and the German pinscher, which was involved in the development of the Doberman and Miniature pinschers.
Flavorful chili recipe trades tradition for taste
Chili is a winter standard, but I tire of the traditional kidney bean version, so I cook up black bean and kielbasa chili as a tasty alternative.
'Kangaroo Jack' hops to lead weekend box office
LOS ANGELES -- A kangaroo hopped past comedian Martin Lawrence at the weekend box office.
Health calendar
The health and fitness calendar is a listing of support groups, fitness and health activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle.
Study finds meal portion sizes growing
CHICAGO -- Americans aren't just supersizing their portions in fast-food restaurants, they're doing it in their own kitchens.
For great fit, clothiers go to great measures
Heather Cook had the perfect pair of jeans. But over time, the threadbare spot at the knee became a hole and she had to retire them.
Forget fall: Fox will debut its new shows in the summer
LOS ANGELES -- Bucking decades of television tradition, Fox Broadcasting Co. plans to launch some of its new shows in the summer instead of fall.
Pizza dish combines two favorite snacks
A dish inspired by two favorite snacks is bound to score high on Super Bowl Sunday or any other hungry, nail-chewing game day.
Small portions
While some football fans might not believe it this year, Super Bowl Sunday is America's biggest excuse to party. More than 130 million fans are expected to gather around the television to watch the game Sunday
In the know
This wine starts with a hearty nose of dark fruit and delicate spice. Black cherries and peppery notes fill the palate and flow onto the finish.
Brighter hues might melt winter blues
NEW YORK - They're already starting to pop up in store windows like the first flowers that emerge from the frozen ground: a handful of spring styles in sweet sherbet colors.
Grape glut, imports sour California vintners' profits
EMERYVILLE, Calif. -- It's enough to make a sommelier shiver. The latest buzz in California wine circles is over two-buck Chuck, the little wine priced at $1.99 that could herald a new era for the once high-flying industry.
Capsules
Walking sticks, the lanky insects that look like twigs to avoid predators, have demonstrated another biological trick. A new study shows that, over the course of 50 million years of evolution, walking sticks lost and then re-evolved wings.
Number of identity theft complaints double last year
WASHINGTON -- Complaints about identity theft nearly doubled in 2002 as the fast-growing crime topped the government's list of consumer frauds for a third consecutive year.
Georgia Southern fits North Augusta center
North Augusta center Lance Watkins, one of the most heavily recruited football players in the Augusta area this year, used a set of three criteria to compare the colleges courting him.
Jackets top Elon
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech found itself engaged in an Atlantic Coast Conference-type battle Wednesday night at Alexander Memorial Coliseum.
Georgia Southern fits North Augusta center
Sorenstam ponders PGA Tour possibilities
Sorenstam ponders PGA Tour possibilities
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Annika Sorenstam has dominated her competition on the LPGA Tour the last two seasons. Her next challenge might be against the men.
Hawaiian teenager continues to amaze
HONOLULU -- The moment was Hoganesque, although it had more to do with curiosity than perfection.
Defending champion has an affinity for the Phoenix
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Raucous galleries and demanding fairways aside, Chris DiMarco likes the Phoenix Open.
Buying his time on the Buy.com
Hawaiian teenager continues to amaze
Defending champion has an affinity for the Phoenix
Buying his time on the Buy.com
HONOLULU -- Aaron Baddeley is called "dot-com" by some of his peers, a mocking reference to the brash kid who had big dreams, limited success and the audacity to wear the name of his Web site - Badds.com - on his hat and golf bag.
Glenn Hills holds on in double overtime
Westside star to join brother
Jerry LeZotte Jr. and his wife, Patty, have spent the past two years traveling to watch their youngest son, Tony, play football on Friday nights in Georgia and their oldest son, Matt, play on Saturdays in Virginia.
Thrashers score five goals in first period to set team record
ATLANTA -- Dany Heatley gave himself a wonderful birthday present, with a little help from his teammates.
Thrashers score five goals in first period to set team record
Iraq: scientists have refused to submit to private interviews with U.N.
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Iraqi scientists have so far refused to submit to private interviews with U.N. arms inspectors despite government attempts to encourage them to do so under an agreement with the United Nations, a senior Iraqi official said Thursday.
Powell confident U.S. would have support if it had to disarm Iraq
WASHINGTON -- Secretary of State Colin Powell, declaring Iraq's failure to disarm is "a challenge that must be met," said Thursday many nations would fight alongside American forces if the United States went to war without U.N. Security Council approval.
Suspect arrested in Saudi Arabia confesses, wasn't working alone
KUWAIT CITY -- A Kuwaiti civil servant confessed to opening fire on two Americans in Kuwait, killing one and wounding the other, and authorities have found the weapon he used, the Interior Ministry said Thursday.
NATO's Robertson downplays differences over Iraq
BRUSSELS, Belgium -- NATO Secretary-General Lord Robertson played down differences among the allies Thursday after France and Germany forced the alliance to delay planning for a possible support role in an Iraqi invasion.
Cold weather tips
Tips for consumers to prepare for the winter heating season from Atlanta Gas Light Co:
Snow; Coldest weather in years on its way
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Snow fell across much of South Carolina early Thursday morning, forcing the closing of schools and state offices in many areas.
South Carolina counties close schools
Although the sun was coming out at about the time students were being sent home, Aiken County school officials weren't taking any chances today .
With friends like Saudis, who needs enemies?
Check untapped funds before spending
Recent Bragdon editorial inaccurate
Bible passage misused to support pro-choice
Bush's economic stimulus plan a windfall for the rich
Put the brakes on Augusta's dictatorial commission
Perdue's changes are retaliatory
Veteran buried with dignity, respect
Pitts won't like answers to his questions
Saddam will call president's bluff
'Kangaroo Jack' hops to lead weekend box office
Study finds meal portion sizes growing
Number of identity theft complaints double last year
Grape glut, imports sour California vintners' profits
For great fit, clothiers go to great measures
Flavorful chili recipe trades tradition for taste
Brighter hues might melt winter blues
Five questions with David Wilkie
North knocks off South
The East Coast Hockey League Northern Conference All-Stars showed off their shooing skills to win the league's skills competition Monday at TECO Arena.
League leadership pushes for mandatory face shields
History was made at the East Coast Hockey League meetings Tuesday, as the league's board of governors unanimously approved a rule requiring all players to wear protective visors, beginning next season.
League leadership pushes for mandatory face shields
Five questions with David Wilkie
Augusta Lynx head coach David Wilkie answers questions for Chronicle staff writer Rob Mueller.
Sanford pushes Capitol reform
COLUMBIA - In a speech overshadowed by the state's budget crisis Wednesday night, Gov. Mark Sanford promised little in the way of new programs while telling the Legislature he wants support to restructure state government.
Sanford committee releases restructuring recommendations
Perdue says budget forces tax increase
Raising taxes would be a last resort, but Gov. Sonny Perdue said he will not gut education, health care and child welfare to avoid it. And there could be a health argument as well as an economic advantage to raising the cigarette and liquor taxes, he said.
New agreement may threaten tri-state water agreement
GAINESVILLE, Ga. -- About 2.8 million people in metro Atlanta would pay more for their drinking water in an agreement Georgia made with the U.S. Corps of Engineers.
Hundreds march on Roe v. Wade anniversary
ATLANTA -- For the first time in 30 years, anti-abortion protesters came to the Georgia Capitol and were greeted by Republicans in power who promised to support their cause.
Perdue looking for ways to avoid tax hikes
ATLANTA -- Gov. Sonny Perdue ordered state department heads Tuesday to help him look for ways to balance state spending without the tax increases he proposed last week to a Legislature wary of the idea.
Army sends base leader to prepare Iraqi exiles
COLUMBIA - The two-star Army commander at Fort Jackson is now in charge of military training for Iraqi opponents of President Saddam Hussein, a Pentagon spokesman said Wednesday.
House Rules chairman says abortion bills unlikely to leave committee
ATLANTA -- On the eve of the 30th anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision to legalize abortion, the state's House Rules Committee chairman said Tuesday he will make it difficult for any anti-abortion bill to get out of his committee for a full vote.
Legislators seek map in speech by Sanford
COLUMBIA - South Carolina's new governor goes before the Legislature and a statewide audience tonight to deliver his first State of the State address.
Riley: South needs to look ahead, not back
CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Dick Riley, the former South Carolina governor and former U.S. Secretary of Education, says Southerners must stop looking so much to the past and forge a vision for the future to improve education.
Across the southeast
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. -The two U.S. pilots who mistakenly killed four Canadian soldiers in Afghanistan last year showed a "reckless disregard" for standing orders by attacking instead of continuing on their way, an Air Force general testified Tuesday.
Audit: State could save $23 million with Medicaid changes
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- The state could save about $23 million if the Health and Human Services Department made changes in its Medicaid program, including charging an enrollment fee and improving debt collection, according to an audit released Tuesday.
Officers deny federal charges
The Treutlen County sheriff and a deputy pleaded innocent Tuesday to civil rights violations.
Schools show signs of bug
The sickness that has dogged students and dwindled attendance numbers in Columbia County for the last week may be crossing county and state lines.
Mistake leads to a fire in kitchen
Jimmy Ryals wept Wednesday night as he recalled the fire that almost took the lives of his daughters.
Hundreds march on Roe v. Wade anniversary
Mother fights for booster seat law
It could have been deadly.
Perdue says budget forces tax increase
Black slayings lead homicide data
Black-on-black crime accounted for nearly half of last year's homicides in Richmond County, and black men continue to make up the majority of slaying victims, authorities said.
Fire damages two Bowman churches
Family defends man jailed in plague case
LUBBOCK, Texas - Knowing his work could better prepare the United States against a possible biological attack filled Dr. Thomas Butler with pride, according to his family.
Cathy Cox won't seek Miller's Senate post
ATLANTA -- Secretary of State Cathy Cox said Wednesday she will not be a candidate for the U.S. Senate seat Zell Miller is leaving after the 2004 election.
Judge gets new role as state's 'first dude'
TOPEKA, Kan. - Gary Sebelius' official title is first gentleman.
Complaints lead to review of textbooks
AIKEN - An Aiken County school board committee will examine high school biology books for objectionable material after a resident complained about the state-approved textbooks.
Adviser sees hope for economy
ATLANTA - While Georgia's economy continues to struggle, signs of recovery at the national level point to better days in the not-too-distant future, an adviser to Gov. Sonny Perdue said Tuesday.
Two demonstrators plead guilty in Fort Benning protest
COLUMBUS, Ga. -- Two demonstrators charged with trespassing at Fort Benning last fall to protest a school for Latin American soldiers pleaded guilty Tuesday to destruction of government property.
Illness keeps pupils home for 2nd week
Where are many of Columbia County's middle school pupils?
Correction
An article in Wednesday's editions of The Augusta Chronicle incorrectly reported the score of a high school basketball game. The Hephzibah High School girls team defeated Glenn Hills 48-44 on Jan. 4.
Official stresses security as issue
Homeland security and a sluggish economy are interrelated issues destined to take center stage during the 108th Congress, according to U.S. Rep. Charlie Norwood.
News you can use
JAN. 23, 1943
Former Augusta Mayor James Wooddal; Fletcher Smith, a guard at the city stockade; and L.T. Barton, head of a local house wrecking company, have been invited to appear before the grand jury Monday to be questioned about materials that allegedly were used in construction of a fishing lodge at Brier Creek, court records said yesterday.
Rants and Raves
I WOULD LIKE to know why doughnuts are so expensive ... 42 cents each. That is ridiculous. We need to do something about it. And there is no need for that. Plus, they don't make any cake doughnuts in the box. They are all covered with powder. That is not helping the diabetics, either.
Carolina braces for next cold snap
News you can use
JAN. 22, 1958
The Rev. Robert Jack Robinson, who at age 30 heads Augusta's largest church, was named Young Man of 1957 by the Augusta Junior Chamber of Commerce last night.
Parking deck to resume charging
By early next month the city will resume charging cars to use the parking deck at the Radisson Riverfront Hotel Augusta and convention center.
Subscriber of the day
Today's subscriber of the day is David Taylor of Augusta.
Sanford makes SLED homeland security leader
63rd Signal Battalion gets deployment order
Members of Fort Gordon's 63rd Signal Battalion received word Tuesday that they will head to the Middle East.
Across the area
An Augusta man was rushed to Medical College of Georgia Hospital after being struck by a police cruiser on Fayetteville Drive.
Votes fail to change city's law
Augusta will keep its old protest ordinances on the books, at least for now, after two failed votes by city commissioners Tuesday to change local laws governing public protest and demonstration.
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE -A fire on Paris Mountain has burned at least two houses and forced dozens of residents from their homes for a time, firefighters say.
Savannah councilman admits drinking before fatal crash, says other driver hit him
Across Georgia
LAWRENCEVILLE -A piece of ice 2 feet wide fell from the sky, crashed through a family's roof and landed in the room of two sisters.
Mistake leads to a fire in kitchen
Across the area
Burglars smashed a window and stole several items from a Bryant's Food & Fuel on Highland Avenue that has been closed for several months, a sheriff's report states.
Former fire chief gets probation, fine for misusing funds
FLORENCE, S.C. -- The former chief of the Howe Springs Volunteer Fire Department has been given a suspended sentence, probation and ordered to repay almost $35,000 after pleading guilty to misusing public funds.
Columbia County backs coalition
Columbia County commissioners unanimously offered their support Tuesday night to a regional economic development coalition with Burke and Richmond counties.
New state school superintendent defends education budget cuts
ATLANTA -- Teacher pay raises are impossible this year, Georgia School Superintendent Kathy Cox told lawmakers Wednesday, citing $54 million that schools will lose from state budget cuts.
New agreement may threaten tri-state water agreement
More than 500 Georgia soldiers and National Guard deployed
Soldiers from Fort Gordon's 63rd Signal Battalion have been ordered to deploy to the Middle East.
Judge gets new role as state's 'first dude'
Savannah councilman admits drinking before fatal crash, says other driver hit him
SAVANNAH, Ga. -- A Savannah city councilman recovering from a crash that killed a woman said Wednesday he had "a couple" of drinks before driving, but said he was not intoxicated and the crash was not his fault.
Edwards wants Confederate flag removed from Statehouse grounds
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- North Carolina Sen. John Edwards says he supports the NAACP's boycott of South Carolina to protest the display of the Confederate flag on Statehouse grounds.
High court to discuss secret settlement ban
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- If written comments to the state Supreme Court are any indication, plenty of attorneys don't like a proposed statewide ban on secret settlements.
Air National Guard troops return home
EASTOVER, S.C. -- Nearly three dozen members of the South Carolina Air National Guard have returned home after five months of active duty in Afghanistan.
Perdue will push redistricting effort
ATLANTA -- Gov. Sonny Perdue said Tuesday he will the Legislature to take a fresh look at redistricting this year even though the issue is back before the federal courts.
Georgia readies for Arctic blast
ATLANTA - North Georgia and the Atlanta area are expected to experience their coldest temperatures since winter 1996 today as an Arctic mass moves over the state.
Illness keeps pupils home for 2nd week
Perdue looking for ways to avoid tax hikes
High court to discuss secret settlement ban
Carolina braces for next cold snap
COLUMBIA - With some of the coldest weather in a decade filtering into South Carolina, authorities are worried firefighters could be busy the next few days.
Edwards wants Confederate flag removed from Statehouse grounds
Frigid weather settles on area
Just two days ago, Augustans might have been lulled into thinking it was spring as they basked in 70-degree weather. But today and Friday, Mother Nature plans to snap them back to their senses with some of the coldest temperatures this winter.
Peach farmers reduce worries
Perhaps it was an anxious peach farmer who coined the expression, "Just chill."
State waits for report on work at gas plant
The state Environmental Protection Division will give a progress report to residents at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 30 in Pullman Hall, 560 Walton Way.
Will residents support arena?
Columbia County's commission chairman is calling for a series of town hall meetings to help determine whether the county will financially support a new arena in Augusta.
City needs spaces, study says
The latest study about a major building project in the city found that Augusta has plenty of meeting rooms but lacks the wide-open spaces needed for certain conventions.
Subscriber of the day
Today's subscriber of the day is Cheryl A. Keller of Augusta.
Kolb blasts reprimand method
Responding to a letter of reprimand placed in his personnel file earlier this month, City Administrator George Kolb said Augusta commissioners owed him the "common courtesy" of due process, if only because he gives that courtesy to the rest of the city's 2,600 employees.
Votes fail to change city's law
State waits for report on work at gas plant
Black slayings lead homicide data
Politicians will unite for book
Charles Walker and Ed McIntyre aren't enemies, but the two men have never called themselves allies - until now.
Army sends base leader to prepare Iraqi exiles
Mother fights for booster seat law
Across South Carolina
Abortion activists gather at Statehouse
Family defends man jailed in plague case
More than 500 Georgia soldiers and National Guard deployed
Across Georgia
ATLANTA -Gov. Sonny Perdue has quietly increased the size and cost of his office while forcing other state agencies to absorb deep budget cuts and proposing a tax increase for the public, legislative Democrats charged Wednesday.
Audit: State could save $23 million with Medicaid changes
Rants and Raves
IF WE DON'T go over there and wipe them out and take care of business now, they are going to be over here. They are already killing our Americans over there. They will be here killing our children. They hate us.
House Rules chairman says abortion bills unlikely to leave committee
South Carolina counties close schools
Official stresses security as issue
Legislators seek map in speech by Sanford
Sanford committee releases restructuring recommendations
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- A panel Gov. Mark Sanford appointed to study the structure of state government released a report Tuesday calling for a sweeping overhaul.
New state school superintendent defends education budget cuts
Uniform school start date bills wait on compromise
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- The chairman of the House Education and Public Works Committee says he'll hold up piecemeal action on a uniform school start date until a compromise can be reached.
Snow; Coldest weather in years on its way
Sanford makes SLED homeland security leader
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Gov. Mark Sanford has put State Law Enforcement Division Chief Robert Stewart in charge of fighting terrorism in South Carolina.
Fire damages two Bowman churches
BOWMAN, S.C. -- Fires at two churches here are being investigated as arson cases, Orangeburg County Sheriff Larry Williams says.
There's no time like the present
ATHENS, Ga. - The team is set. The time is now.
Big Easy brings new game for a new season
Signboy's placard already showed a bright red "30" next to Ernie Els' name as he strode down the famous 18th fairway at Kapalua's Plantation Course.
Schumacher, others satisfied with compromise
LONDON -- Michael Schumacher and other powers in Formula One appear satisfied with a compromise over rule changes for the 2003 season.
Changes are imminent
CONCORD, N.C. - A prime time Daytona 500, new venues and an overhaul of the current schedule are ideas now under consideration by NASCAR officials.
Former CART champ fastest in Busch testing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- CART star Jimmy Vasser warmed up for his venture into NASCAR this season by posting the fastest lap in Busch series testing Tuesday at Daytona International Speedway.
Top Formula One carmakers threaten breakaway series
LONDON -- The top carmakers in Formula One oppose sweeping proposals to change their sport and are again threatening to form a breakaway series.
Marlin visits recovered Confederate submarine Hunley
Top Formula One carmakers threaten breakaway series
Schumacher, others satisfied with compromise
NASCAR looking at track changes in '04; unveils new garage policies
NASCAR looking at track changes in '04; unveils new garage policies
CONCORD, N.C. -- NASCAR put tracks on notice Tuesday that the 2004 Winston Cup schedule could look a lot different under a realignment plan that might move races to different parts of the country.
Dale Jr. wants to slow down off the track
MOORESVILLE, N.C. - When the white-hot lights focused on Dale Earnhardt Jr. from close range Tuesday, it was easy to understand just how much the third-generation driver's life has veered out of control.
Schumacher not hurt in accident in practice
BARCELONA, Spain -- Five-time Formula One champion Michael Schumacher escaped injury Tuesday when his Ferrari spun off the track during practice.
NASCAR notebook
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Part of NASCAR's plan to shuffle its racing lineup in 2004 is paying greater attention to each racetrack.
Marlin visits recovered Confederate submarine Hunley
CHARLESTON, S.C. -- NASCAR star Sterling Marlin first learned of the Civil War at the knee of his relatives in Tennessee. On Wednesday, Marlin touched a piece of Confederate history as he toured the recovered submarine H.L. Hunley.
Dale Jr. wants to slow down off the track
Stojakovic will go for another 3-point title
Stojakovic will go for another 3-point title
NEW YORK -- Defending champion Peja Stojakovic leads a field of six players in the 3-point shootout on Feb. 8, part of the NBA's All-Star weekend in Atlanta.
SEC notebook
Jim Harrick was making a guest appearance on an ESPN basketball show last week when he was asked to name the Southeastern Conference's best five players.
Texas' Conradt going for 800th career victory
AUSTIN, Texas -- When Jody Conradt started out, she was a physical education teacher who didn't get paid to coach. Back then, women played 6-on-6, and only two players could go the length of the court.
Lady Pacers lose to Kennesaw State in overtime
AIKEN - Minutes after USC Aiken's 74-69 overtime loss to Kennesaw State on Wednesday night, coach Mike Brandt seethed in his office.
Records speak for Cornwell
The USC Aiken women's basketball team has retired two jerseys in the past 25 years.
Reunited and it feels so awkward for Gruden, Raiders
Mystique vs. misery: the images of the Super Bowl
Sapp, Brooks are Tampa Bay's odd couple
Coaching staffs stay behind for game plans
Raiders brought in experienced winners, Bucs went for fiery coach
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Mrs. Mildred Franklin (LADSON, S.C.)
Mr. Lawrence Dicks III (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. James Godowns (ORANGEBURG, S.C.)
Deacon William Hill Jr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. James Harrell (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Featured obituary: Miss Lydia Bray
The 24 years spent in the Army were the happiest for Lydia Bray, family members say.
Mr. Thomas Wiggins (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mrs. Susan Hicks (GRANITEVILLE, S.C.)
Mrs. Eula Jenkins (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Kenwood Allen (ALLENDALE, SC)
Mr. Thomas Hodges Sr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Eula Stoffer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Eugene Shelton (WRENS, Ga.)
Mr. Albert Blackmon (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Lawrence & Johnathan Dicks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Carl Anderson Sr. (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Cathy Leary (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Mrs. Shirley Story (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mr. Paul Winkle (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
MSGT. William Sheppard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. John Brown Jr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Ross (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ms. Mary Brown (THOMSON, Ga.)
Miss Lydia Bray (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Bill Christmas (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mrs. Katri Laitinen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Ollie Collins (McBEAN, Ga.)
Mr. John Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Ronnie Kight (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Mr. William Hill (RIVERDALE, PA)
Mr. Kevin Joyner (MILLEN, Ga.)
Ms. Lillie Hatcher-Rondoni (PHOENIX, Ariz.)
Mr. Freddie Johnson (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
Mrs. Shirley Story (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mrs. Betty Davis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Brinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
MSGT. William Sheppard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Andy Evans (MARYVILLE, Tenn.)
Mrs. Margaret Duke (AUGUSTA, GA.)
Mrs. Alice Mulherin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Kenwood Allen (ALLENDALE, SC)
Mrs. Michelle Oliphant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Alice Mulherin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Miss Tanisha Munford-Monroe (QUEENS, N.Y.)
Mr. John Shaw Jr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Ronnie Kight (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Mr. James Godowns (ORANGEBURG, S.C.)
Mrs. Shirley Story (THOMSON, Ga.)
MSGT. William Sheppard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Susan Hicks (GRANITEVILLE, S.C.)
Mrs. Katri Laitinen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Cathy Leary (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Mr. Albert Blackmon (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ms. Texas Bolin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Lenoria Holloway (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ms. Lillie Hatcher-Rondoni (PHOENIX, Ariz.)
MSGT. William Sheppard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. John Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Ralph Gardner (HEPHZIBHAH, Ga.)
Johnathan Dicks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Jeannie Harmon (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Jimmy Finch (STATESBORO, Ga.)
Mrs. Helen Elsey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Andy Evans (MARYVILLE, Tenn.)
Mr. William Hill (RIVERDALE, PA)
Mr. Paul Winkle (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Susie Barksdale (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mrs. Eaddie Pugh (SALUDA, S.C.)
Mrs. Alice Mulherin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Jessie Edgar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Susan Hicks (GRANITEVILLE, S.C.)
Miss Lydia Bray (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Lawrence & Johnathan Dicks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Thomas Williams (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Mrs. Eula Stoffer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Eula Jenkins (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Lawrence Dicks III (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Mildred Franklin (LADSON, S.C.)
Mrs. Jeannie Harmon (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Ruby Norris (TENNILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Willie Simpkins (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Featured obituary: Miss Lydia Bray
Mr. Kevin Joyner (MILLEN, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Ross (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Thomas Wiggins (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Brinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Eugene Shelton (WRENS, Ga.)
MCG School of Medicine working to fill its niche
THE MEDICAL COLLEGE of Georgia offers a special asset to the Augusta community by providing unique services and maintaining a conduit for federal, state and corporate dollars to flow into our area.
Bush's economic stimulus plan a windfall for the rich
With the unveiling of his economic stimulus package recently, President George W. Bush once again revealed himself as a shrewd political manipulator and his plan as a huge economic windfall for the rich.
Tim Kelly, Augusta
Perdue's changes are retaliatory
I read with great interest the article about Gov. Sonny Perdue rearranging the Capitol, and especially his interest in uprooting Secretary of State Cathy Cox. It occurs to me that this is where the retaliation begins!
Rhonda Graybeal, Martinez, Ga.
With friends like Saudis, who needs enemies?
There's an old adage: "Keep your friends close, your enemies closer." It appears to be the blueprint adopted by Washington to define U.S.-Saudi relations.
Mark A. Edens, Thomson, Ga.
Ineptness by INS after 9-11
Six months after the horrifying tragedy of 9-11, personnel within the Immigration and Naturalization Service sent visas to several of the dead hijackers, who had commandeered the planes and flown them into the World Trade Center.
Andy Windham, Wagener, S.C.
Veteran buried with dignity, respect
I wish to thank members of the Fort Gordon funeral detail who were on duty for the burial of my friend, Bob Wisnieski. I do not know their names or their unit, and they probably did not personally know retired Sgt. 1st Class Wisnieski, but they conducted themselves thoughtfully, sincerely and with dignity.
Margot Boerner Greer, Jackson, S.C.
Bible passage misused to support pro-choice
In his letter on Jan. 14, "Bible, Mosaic law do not prohibit pro-choice stand," Daru Ib-Shamiq has brought up the only biblical passage (Exodus 21:22-25) that the so-called pro-choice people for years have been using to justify their support for their grisly deeds. The left-wing fringe has misinterpreted the passage so often, only to be shot down every time, it is surprising that they continue to refer to it.
James B. Wertz, Hephzibah, Ga.
Draft not needed
U.S. Rep. Charlie Rangel, D-N.Y., a Korean war combat veteran, created a stir recently with an op-ed piece in The New York Times calling for reinstating the draft. He and U.S. Rep. John Conyers, D-Mich., have introduced legislation to that effect.
Hate rally in D.C.
However much we might disagree with critics of President George W. Bush's Iraqi policy, we admit they have a legitimate point of view and deserve to be heard. Last weekend's massive anti-war rallies in Washington and San Francisco provided a great opportunity for peace activists to make a reasoned case against the administration's hard-line Iraqi policies, and perhaps to win a few converts to their cause.
Recent Bragdon editorial inaccurate
As a devout animal activist and responsible pet owner, I wish to comment on your Jan. 11 editorial, "Abuse and neglect."
Jean Strein, North Augusta, S.C.
'Roe' marks 30th year
Today marks the 30th anniversary of that horrible piece of jurisprudence Roe vs. Wade. Many legal scholars not opposed to abortion admit that the Roe decision, as delivered by the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, is bad law.
Saddam will call president's bluff
Foolishness! It seems the son of George Bush senior is playing the second round of a high stakes "poker game" with Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. Daddy Bush folded his cards when he was in charge and walked away.
Larry Jarrett, Warrenville, S.C.
Check untapped funds before spending
With regard to the article in the Dec. 15 Chronicle, "Records show untapped funds," City Finance Director David Persaud - after making his list - should check it twice before he begins spending his pre-Christmas stocking stuffer of $7.2 million in untapped funds.
Ken Kleinbub, Aiken, S.C.
Pitts won't like answers to his questions
I just finished reading the Jan. 6 column by Leonard Pitts Jr., "To win over black conservatives, GOP needs to provide answers." It was - and is - the "pits."
Andy Chandler, Augusta
MCG School of Medicine working to fill its niche
THE MEDICAL COLLEGE of Georgia offers a special asset to the Augusta community by providing unique services and maintaining a conduit for federal, state and corporate dollars to flow into our area.
A call to restructure
On the eve of new Gov. Mark Sanford's first state-of-the state address to his fellow South Carolinians, the task force he appointed to study government restructuring issued a report that could make his job significantly easier - if the legislature approves.
Put the brakes on Augusta's dictatorial commission
I was reading about the director of Augusta Animal Control, Dr. Bonnie Bragdon, stepping down, and came across something that was eating at me and a lot of others I know. Here's what it said.
Tommy Clark, Hephzibah, Ga.
Ol' man Agassi rolls into semifinals
Overtime
Annika Sorenstam has dominated her competition on the LPGA Tour the last two seasons. Her next challenge might be against the men.
A look at Wednesday's Roddick-El Aynaoui match
Andy Roddick's 4-6, 7-6 (5), 4-6, 6-4, 21-19 victory Wednesday over Younes El Aynaoui in the Australian Open quarterfinals lasted 4 hours, 59 minutes (the tournament record is 5:11). The fifth set alone took 2:23 to play.
Ol' man Agassi rolls into semifinals
MELBOURNE, Australia -- Now Andre Agassi gets to pick on someone his own age.
Overtime
The top leadership of the U.S. Olympic Committee urged USOC president Marty Mankamyer to resign, blaming her for infighting within the organization and claiming she conspired with a staff member to try and force CEO Lloyd Ward from his job.
Forrest exudes confidence
TEMECULA, Calif. - Qualcomm Stadium, the site of Sunday's Super Bowl, is about a 45-minute drive south of Temecula, where Augusta native Vernon Forrest is planning on winning his own world championship Saturday.
Bruinettes stop South Aiken
AIKEN - The top-ranked Orangeburg-Wilkinson Bruinettes, winners of 38 straight games, made South Aiken their latest victim, winning 51-42 on Tuesday night.
Glenn Hills holds on in double overtime
The rivalry continues and the Hephzibah girls team still can't get Glenn Hills off its back.
Prep basketball scores
Here are scores from area prep basketball action.
Atlanta re-signs Draft, eyes deal with Brooking
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Chris Draft signed a four-year deal Tuesday with the Atlanta Falcons, putting three of the team's four starting linebackers under contract.
Rice still not showing age at fourth Super Bowl
SAN DIEGO -- Jerry Rice sees no reason why his fourth trip to the Super Bowl should be his last.
Mystique vs. misery: the images of the Super Bowl
SAN DIEGO -- So what if this is the NFL's big show.
Super Bowl Capsule
NFL matchups for the Super Bowl:
Al Davis, a rebel owner who finally gets Super again.
SAN DIEGO -- Al Davis is a rebel with a subpoena, as anti-establishment an owner as any sport will find. He has bedeviled the NFL off the field like no one else over the last 40 years, and he has succeeded on the field like no one else.
Raiders brought in experienced winners, Bucs went for fiery coach
SAN DIEGO -- The Oakland Raiders found a missing ingredient in guys like Rod Woodson, Bill Romanowski, Sam Adams and Jerry Rice - all owners of NFL championship rings.
Reunited and it feels so awkward for Gruden, Raiders
SAN DIEGO -- Squinting into the sunlight, glaring down at the reporters, Jon Gruden did his best to be a good sport.
Sapp, Brooks are Tampa Bay's odd couple
SAN DIEGO -- Warren Sapp is so loud with his trash talk, opponents - and some teammates - probably wish they had ear plugs. He even shouted down Green Bay coach Mike Sherman after a game.
Coaching staffs stay behind for game plans
SAN DIEGO -- Creatures of habit, neither Jon Gruden nor Bill Callahan was going to change things this week because of the Super Bowl.
Big Easy brings new game for a new season
There's no time like the present
Judge orders Internet providers to help trace online pirates
WASHINGTON -- Internet providers must agree to requests by the music industry to track down computer users who illegally download music, a federal judge ruled Tuesday in a case that could dramatically increase online pirates' risk of being caught.
Paleontologists discover winged dinosaur
Paleontologists have discovered the remains of what they believe is a four-winged creature that glided from ancient trees above its dinosaur cousins long before two wings took over to power flight.
Healthcare workers debate smallpox vaccine
The needle that delivers smallpox vaccine is only about 3 inches long, with two tiny prongs at one end. But for legions of health care workers nationwide, it symbolizes a complex personal choice.
Dogs top Vols in overtime
ATHENS, Ga. - Ezra Williams scored 21 of Georgia's first 23 points in the second half, then Jarvis Hayes took over in overtime as the 19th-ranked Bulldogs beat Tennessee 81-76 Wednesday night.
Williams powers Bulldogs
ATHENS, Ga. - It isn't difficult for Ezra Williams to describe what it's like when all of his shots find the bottom of the net.
Holtz looks to be more hands-on in 2003
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Lou Holtz still will be South Carolina's football CEO, responsible for the program's long-term growth and improvement. But the coach also promises to work as hard next season on the smaller details.
Mississippi St. routs South Carolina
Mississippi St. routs South Carolina
STARKVILLE, Miss. -- Mario Austin scored 18 points to help No. 22 Mississippi State overcome another sloppy performance and beat cold-shooting South Carolina 64-48 on Wednesday night.
Holtz looks to be more hands-on in 2003
Back-to-back aces can be explained
It could probably only happen at an executive golf course - one of those layouts that is half the yardage of a regulation course because it is built on prime real estate.
Ice block falls from heavens and hits Lawrenceville house
NATO's Robertson downplays differences over Iraq
Powell confident U.S. would have support if it had to disarm Iraq
Suspect arrested in Saudi Arabia confesses, wasn't working alone
Iraq: scientists have refused to submit to private interviews with U.N.
Healthcare workers debate smallpox vaccine
Judge orders Internet providers to help trace online pirates
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