Around the block
The CSRA Apple Macintosh Users Group will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Nancy Carson Library, 135 Edgefield Road, North Augusta. Call (706) 860-1922.
School has rewarding character program
The six pillars of character taught at Schofield Middle School and as part of the Aiken County Character Counts program are embodied in the abbreviation TRRFCC, known to pupils as terrific.
Around the block
The CSRA Apple Macintosh Users Group will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Nancy Carson Library, 135 Edgefield Road, North Augusta. Call (706) 860-1922.
History is buried in Edgefield cemetery
The names on the tombstones in Edgefield's Willowbrook Cemetery read like a who's who in South Carolina history.
Milestones
Elka Tremmel, a second-grade teacher at North Augusta Elementary School, has received her master of education degree from the University of South Carolina Aiken.
Preserving family moments in scrapbooks
When her first child was born five years ago, Alyssa Sich had no problem recording his milestone events in a scrapbook.
This week
Computer group meeting: 7 p.m. Thursday; Nancy Carson Library, 135 Edgefield Road, North Augusta; CSRA Apple Macintosh Users Group; free; 860-1922
Bakery owner has positive attitude
When Karen Mohammed played with her food as a child, she did it with flair.
This week
Computer group meeting: 7 p.m. Thursday; Nancy Carson Library, 135 Edgefield Road, North Augusta; CSRA Apple Macintosh Users Group; free; 860-1922
Preserving family moments in scrapbooks
When her first child was born five years ago, Alyssa Sich had no problem recording his milestone events in a scrapbook.
Bakery owner has positive attitude
When Karen Mohammed played with her food as a child, she did it with flair.
History is buried in Edgefield cemetery
The names on the tombstones in Edgefield's Willowbrook Cemetery read like a who's who in South Carolina history.
Milestones
Elka Tremmel, a second-grade teacher at North Augusta Elementary School, has received her master of education degree from the University of South Carolina Aiken.
School has rewarding character program
The six pillars of character taught at Schofield Middle School and as part of the Aiken County Character Counts program are embodied in the abbreviation TRRFCC, known to pupils as terrific.
Across the river
BE MORE THAN HIPS: 8 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 3, 8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday; Jack B. Patrick Technology Center, Augusta Technical College, 3200 Augusta Tech Drive; Augusta Mini Theatre's annual salute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; $12 adults, $10 students or $8 youth groups of 10 or more; www.augustaminitheatre.com, 722-0598
Bill would guarantee anonymity to police tipsters
A law being put before the South Carolina Legislature would ensure anonymity for those who phone in tips to the police about unsolved crimes.
Bill would guarantee anonymity to police tipsters
A law being put before the South Carolina Legislature would ensure anonymity for those who phone in tips to the police about unsolved crimes.
'The Da Vinci Code' finally coming in paperback
Dan Brown's historical thriller was published nearly three years ago and has so sold well, for so long, that publisher Doubleday didn't bother releasing a paperback.
'The Da Vinci Code' finally coming in paperback
Dan Brown's historical thriller was published nearly three years ago and has so sold well, for so long, that publisher Doubleday didn't bother releasing a paperback.
Mother's death influenced J.K. Rowling's writing
LONDON - Author J.K. Rowling said in an interview published Tuesday that her mother's death while she was writing the Harry Potter books led her to make her hero suffer the death of his own parents.
'The Da Vinci Code' finally coming in paperback
Facts in dispute about million selling memoir
NEW YORK - An online publication has alleged that James Frey's best-selling memoir about substance abuse, "A Million Little Pieces," wildly exaggerates his past, with inflated claims about his criminal record and about his involvement in an accident that killed two high school students.
Mother's death influenced J.K. Rowling's writing
Facts in dispute about million selling memoir
Mother's death influenced J.K. Rowling's writing
LONDON - Author J.K. Rowling said in an interview published Tuesday that her mother's death while she was writing the Harry Potter books led her to make her hero suffer the death of his own parents.
Facts in dispute about million selling memoir
NEW YORK - An online publication has alleged that James Frey's best-selling memoir about substance abuse, "A Million Little Pieces," wildly exaggerates his past, with inflated claims about his criminal record and about his involvement in an accident that killed two high school students.
Ripken charity tour begins
Since the Ripken Baseball Group purchased the Augusta GreenJackets last October, its representatives have pledged to give more to the local community through baseball.
Ripken charity tour begins
Since the Ripken Baseball Group purchased the Augusta GreenJackets last October, its representatives have pledged to give more to the local community through baseball.
Will the Hall finally make a call out to the bullpen?
NEW YORK - Bruce Sutter could become the first pitcher with no career starts elected to the Hall of Fame when results of 2006 balloting are released today.
Smoltz pulls out of World Classic
ATLANTA - While Major League Baseball awaits word on whether Cuba will be allowed to play in the World Baseball Classic, Atlanta pitcher John Smoltz says he probably won't be pitching for the United States in the tournament.
Smoltz pulls out of World Classic
Will the Hall finally make a call out to the bullpen?
NEW YORK - Bruce Sutter could become the first pitcher with no career starts elected to the Hall of Fame when results of 2006 balloting are released today.
Will the Hall finally make a call out to the bullpen?
Smoltz pulls out of World Classic
ATLANTA - While Major League Baseball awaits word on whether Cuba will be allowed to play in the World Baseball Classic, Atlanta pitcher John Smoltz says he probably won't be pitching for the United States in the tournament.
The same old thing has changed
After making 50 millionth tire, factory will expand
Fee for running business debated
AIKEN - Aiken County could soon tighten the screws on businesses that fudge on reporting their property taxes.
Fee for running business debated
AIKEN - Aiken County could soon tighten the screws on businesses that fudge on reporting their property taxes.
Frozen assets
Step up and stick in a dollar. Press a button, and in a few seconds, a 16-pound bag of ice falls out.
GM says it will lower prices
DETROIT - General Motors Corp., which has been losing market share in the United States to Asian automakers, said Tuesday that it will lower the prices on 57 of its 76 models in North America in an effort to boost its sliding market share and wean buyers off expensive incentives.
Jobs unveils new Macs using Intel chips
SAN FRANCISCO - Apple Computer Inc.'s historic shift to Intel Corp. microprocessors came months earlier than expected as CEO Steve Jobs on Tuesday debuted personal computers based on new two-brained chips from the world's largest semiconductor company.
Jobs unveils new Macs using Intel chips
Chain to double supply division
ATLANTA - The Home Depot Inc., the nation's largest home-improvement store chain, said Tuesday that it will buy Hughes Supply Inc., a distributor of construction, repair and maintenance products, for about $3.2 billion.
More news video is available online
NEW YORK - Online news video is plentiful: NBC, ABC and CBS all have Web editions of their evening news, and CNN recently launched a four-channel broadband network carrying feeds mostly unavailable on its U.S. cable channels.
GM says it will lower prices
DETROIT - General Motors Corp., which has been losing market share in the United States to Asian automakers, said Tuesday that it will lower the prices on 57 of its 76 models in North America in an effort to boost its sliding market share and wean buyers off expensive incentives.
More news video is available online
NEW YORK - Online news video is plentiful: NBC, ABC and CBS all have Web editions of their evening news, and CNN recently launched a four-channel broadband network carrying feeds mostly unavailable on its U.S. cable channels.
St. Joseph to get new name in acquisition
The name St. Joseph Hospital will disappear from the building if it is purchased by a Florida health care company. But that is all it will lose, officials with Health Management Associates promised.
St. Joseph to get new name in acquisition
The name St. Joseph Hospital will disappear from the building if it is purchased by a Florida health care company. But that is all it will lose, officials with Health Management Associates promised.
Chain to double supply division
After making 50 millionth tire, factory will expand
GRANITEVILLE - Four days ago, the community marked the first anniversary of the deadly train wreck and chlorine spill that killed nine people, including six Avondale Mills employees.
St. Joseph to get new name in acquisition
Consumer borrowing posts second monthly decline
WASHINGTON - Consumer borrowing fell in November for a second straight month, the first time that has occurred in more than 13 years.
More news video is available online
After making 50 millionth tire, factory will expand
GRANITEVILLE - Four days ago, the community marked the first anniversary of the deadly train wreck and chlorine spill that killed nine people, including six Avondale Mills employees.
Chain to double supply division
ATLANTA - The Home Depot Inc., the nation's largest home-improvement store chain, said Tuesday that it will buy Hughes Supply Inc., a distributor of construction, repair and maintenance products, for about $3.2 billion.
Frozen assets
Step up and stick in a dollar. Press a button, and in a few seconds, a 16-pound bag of ice falls out.
Consumer borrowing posts second monthly decline
Consumer borrowing posts second monthly decline
WASHINGTON - Consumer borrowing fell in November for a second straight month, the first time that has occurred in more than 13 years.
Jobs unveils new Macs using Intel chips
SAN FRANCISCO - Apple Computer Inc.'s historic shift to Intel Corp. microprocessors came months earlier than expected as CEO Steve Jobs on Tuesday debuted personal computers based on new two-brained chips from the world's largest semiconductor company.
Fee for running business debated
'Canes no match for Tar Heels' hot hands
Between surviving and thriving
The schools are filled with noisy little creatures. The banks are operating. Manufacturers are building things. People are eating out. Thousands are enjoying the glorious weather. Somewhere, a dog is barking.
Between surviving and thriving
Between surviving and thriving
The schools are filled with noisy little creatures. The banks are operating. Manufacturers are building things. People are eating out. Thousands are enjoying the glorious weather. Somewhere, a dog is barking.
DeLay makes the right decision
Here's 11,000 reasons why
Most Americans don't invest directly in stocks. So to them, the news Monday was no big deal: that, for the first time since June 2001, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 11,000.
DeLay makes the right decision
Tom DeLay may well be the victim of a partisan prosecution in Texas that will fail. He may never be indicted in the burgeoning Jack Abramoff scandal.
Voter ID bill is fixed; now pass it
On the first day of Georgia's General Assembly, GOP House leaders moved to fix the voter photo-identification bill passed last year. The measure was temporarily blocked in October when a federal appeals court ruled that the state's charge to obtain the photo ID amounted to an unlawful poll tax.
A monument to mistrust
"Having one portion of the community dominating the other is not fair."
Here's 11,000 reasons why
Most Americans don't invest directly in stocks. So to them, the news Monday was no big deal: that, for the first time since June 2001, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 11,000.
A monument to mistrust
"Having one portion of the community dominating the other is not fair."
DeLay makes the right decision
Tom DeLay may well be the victim of a partisan prosecution in Texas that will fail. He may never be indicted in the burgeoning Jack Abramoff scandal.
Voter ID bill is fixed; now pass it
Voter ID bill is fixed; now pass it
On the first day of Georgia's General Assembly, GOP House leaders moved to fix the voter photo-identification bill passed last year. The measure was temporarily blocked in October when a federal appeals court ruled that the state's charge to obtain the photo ID amounted to an unlawful poll tax.
Howard Stern makes his debut on satellite radio
NEW YORK - Howard Stern began his new satellite radio show on Monday by putting to rest rumors that he got married to his longtime girlfriend, model Beth Ostrosky - in a comment complete with a federally banned expletive.
Howard Stern makes his debut on satellite radio
NEW YORK - Howard Stern began his new satellite radio show on Monday by putting to rest rumors that he got married to his longtime girlfriend, model Beth Ostrosky - in a comment complete with a federally banned expletive.
Jury selection begins in 'Survivor' tax trial
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - A federal judge has begun selecting a tribal council - a jury - to determine whether "Survivor" winner Richard Hatch should be voted not off the island, but possibly into prison.
DeGeneres, Garner, 'Star Wars' win top People's Choice honors
LOS ANGELES - The force was with "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith," which was named favorite movie and favorite movie drama at Tuesday night's 32nd annual People's Choice Awards.
People in the News
LOS ANGELES - Two-time Oscar-winner Hilary Swank and actor husband Chad Lowe have separated after more than eight years of marriage.
Jury selection begins in 'Survivor' tax trial
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - A federal judge has begun selecting a tribal council - a jury - to determine whether "Survivor" winner Richard Hatch should be voted not off the island, but possibly into prison.
DeGeneres, Garner, 'Star Wars' win top People's Choice honors
LOS ANGELES - The force was with "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith," which was named favorite movie and favorite movie drama at Tuesday night's 32nd annual People's Choice Awards.
People in the News
LOS ANGELES - Two-time Oscar-winner Hilary Swank and actor husband Chad Lowe have separated after more than eight years of marriage.
Balancing work and cancer treatment isn't easy
Report: IRS freezes refunds without telling taxpayers
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service freezes tens of thousands of tax refunds it deems questionable without telling people that they're suspected of fraud, the nation's taxpayer advocate said Tuesday.
Report: IRS freezes refunds without telling taxpayers
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service freezes tens of thousands of tax refunds it deems questionable without telling people that they're suspected of fraud, the nation's taxpayer advocate said Tuesday.
Balancing work and cancer treatment isn't easy
NEW YORK - Margot Morrell viewed her 2004 ovarian cancer diagnosis as a challenge.
Report: IRS freezes refunds without telling taxpayers
Balancing work and cancer treatment isn't easy
NEW YORK - Margot Morrell viewed her 2004 ovarian cancer diagnosis as a challenge.
American Kobe-style beef has replaced Japanese beef
MABANK, Texas - For the first time in four years, a gourmet extravagance - authentic Japanese Kobe beef - is allowed back into the United States.
Cookbook is a winning invitation to brunch
American Kobe-style beef has replaced Japanese beef
MABANK, Texas - For the first time in four years, a gourmet extravagance - authentic Japanese Kobe beef - is allowed back into the United States.
Cookbook is a winning invitation to brunch
NEW YORK - Not only did I make a point of getting a copy of chef Marc Meyer's "Brunch: 100 Recipes From Five Points Restaurant," I started cooking from it regularly.
Cookbook is a winning invitation to brunch
NEW YORK - Not only did I make a point of getting a copy of chef Marc Meyer's "Brunch: 100 Recipes From Five Points Restaurant," I started cooking from it regularly.
Curried potato and chickpea pita pockets recipe
Curried potato and chickpea pita pockets recipe
CONCORD, N.H. - Some weeks, inspiration is hard to come by. Others, there's just no time for it.
Curried potato and chickpea pita pockets recipe
CONCORD, N.H. - Some weeks, inspiration is hard to come by. Others, there's just no time for it.
American Kobe-style beef has replaced Japanese beef
Golf Glance
The PGA Tour is in Honolulu for the Sony Open in Hawaii. Waialae Country Club is the setting for this weekends tournament.
Area Players in the Pros
Check how the area pro golfers are doing on their tour.
Can she cut it this time?
HONOLULU - Michelle Wie tries to soak up as much as she can during her practice rounds on the PGA Tour, and there was plenty of opportunity to learn Tuesday morning at the Sony Open.
Area Players in the Pros
Check how the area pro golfers are doing on their tour.
Winds, course baffled players
KAPALUA, Hawaii - Justin Leonard took a quick shower and was headed to the airport for a flight home to Dallas when he saw David Toms at his locker and, in his own sarcastic way, wished him well at the next stop in Hawaii.
Winds, course baffled players
KAPALUA, Hawaii - Justin Leonard took a quick shower and was headed to the airport for a flight home to Dallas when he saw David Toms at his locker and, in his own sarcastic way, wished him well at the next stop in Hawaii.
Can she cut it this time?
HONOLULU - Michelle Wie tries to soak up as much as she can during her practice rounds on the PGA Tour, and there was plenty of opportunity to learn Tuesday morning at the Sony Open.
Golf Glance
The PGA Tour is in Honolulu for the Sony Open in Hawaii. Waialae Country Club is the setting for this weekends tournament.
High School Prep Basketball Scores
Quick red beans and rice is a hearty winter entree
Red beans and rice is a hearty, warming winter meal that used to be a hassle to prepare.
Quick red beans and rice is a hearty winter entree
Red beans and rice is a hearty, warming winter meal that used to be a hassle to prepare.
Quick red beans and rice is a hearty winter entree
The same old thing has changed
The world is moving so fast these days that the man who says it can't be done is generally interrupted by someone doing it.
The same old thing has changed
The world is moving so fast these days that the man who says it can't be done is generally interrupted by someone doing it.
Bush presidency harming our nation
Seeing the direction this country has been heading in the past five years, I think back to 2004, when President Bush stated he was a uniter, not a divider. This is false; other than the Civil War, this country is more divided now than it ever has been.
Carroll C. Kenny, Martinez
AP again reveals socialist agenda
Mona Silva wrote a letter ("Close NBC's Book of Daniel") Jan. 8 about a network TV show that mocked Christianity with a pill-popping priest and various other behavior not normally associated with religion.
Tom Hunter, Augusta
Bush presidency harming our nation
Seeing the direction this country has been heading in the past five years, I think back to 2004, when President Bush stated he was a uniter, not a divider. This is false; other than the Civil War, this country is more divided now than it ever has been.
Carroll C. Kenny, Martinez
AP again reveals socialist agenda
Mona Silva wrote a letter ("Close NBC's Book of Daniel") Jan. 8 about a network TV show that mocked Christianity with a pill-popping priest and various other behavior not normally associated with religion.
Tom Hunter, Augusta
Tookie victim is woefully forgotten
AP again reveals socialist agenda
Christian letter is not so Christian
Christian letter is not so Christian
Regarding Robert Wilkerson's Dec. 27 letter ("Leave God-fearing Christians alone"): As an educator in public and private schools and a believer, Mr. Wilkerson's comments were ill and out of perspective - reflecting neither mainstream Christianity nor teachings of the Bible.
Brian Baldowski, Augusta
Bush presidency harming our nation
Tookie victim is woefully forgotten
At 4 a.m. Feb. 28, 1979, Albert Owens was sweeping the parking lot of a 7-Eleven. He worked there at night, and a factory in the day. His stepmother worried about his night job. "I need the money," she recalled him saying.
Mike Fulford, Evans
Christian letter is not so Christian
Regarding Robert Wilkerson's Dec. 27 letter ("Leave God-fearing Christians alone"): As an educator in public and private schools and a believer, Mr. Wilkerson's comments were ill and out of perspective - reflecting neither mainstream Christianity nor teachings of the Bible.
Brian Baldowski, Augusta
Tookie victim is woefully forgotten
At 4 a.m. Feb. 28, 1979, Albert Owens was sweeping the parking lot of a 7-Eleven. He worked there at night, and a factory in the day. His stepmother worried about his night job. "I need the money," she recalled him saying.
Mike Fulford, Evans
Emergency care system is ailing, physicians say
NASA to return first comet samples to Earth
Automakers making push into crossover vehicles
Childhood dream becomes reality for instructor
Chinese automaker Geely sets sights on exports to U.S.
Discovery may lead to new depression treatments
Bird flu might be more common, but less deadly
Study questions value of prostate cancer screening
Toyota seeks to shed vanilla image of top-selling Camry
Doctors test if newer methods fight breast cancer
Over-the-counter cough syrup use discouraged
Toyota seeks to shed vanilla image of top-selling Camry
DETROIT - Seeking to put an end to the idea that the No. 1 selling car in the United States is too vanilla for many who drive it, Toyota on Monday unveiled the fully redesigned 2007 Camry.
Health and fitness calendar
The health and fitness calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send information by fax to 722-7403 and send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augusta chronicle.com. Please include a contact name and phone number.
Over-the-counter cough syrup use discouraged
CHICAGO - Despite the billions of dollars spent every year in this country on over-the-counter cough syrups, most such medicines do little if anything to relieve coughs, the nation's chest physicians say.
Doctors test if newer methods fight breast cancer
WASHINGTON - Radiation may get a little easier for thousands of breast cancer patients: Doctors now can target cancer-killing beams just at the tumor site instead of the whole breast, cutting the usual six-week treatment down to five days.
Bird flu might be more common, but less deadly
CHICAGO - As bird flu cases rise at a disturbing pace in Turkey, new research offers a bit of hope - it's likely that many people who get it don't become seriously ill and quickly recover.
NASA to return first comet samples to Earth
LOS ANGELES - Comets have long lit up the sky and the imaginations of scientists. Now these icy bodies from the beginnings of the solar system are finally ready for their close-up.
Childhood dream becomes reality for instructor
There's a house on the south side of town that visitors call "the museum."
Chinese automaker Geely sets sights on exports to U.S.
DETROIT - China's Geely Automobile Co. said Tuesday that the biggest challenge to its plan to sell a low-priced family sedan in the United States by 2008 will be overcoming the negative image of Chinese manufacturing.
Bird flu might be more common, but less deadly
CHICAGO - As bird flu cases rise at a disturbing pace in Turkey, new research offers a bit of hope - it's likely that many people who get it don't become seriously ill and quickly recover.
Study questions value of prostate cancer screening
CHICAGO - Two widely used tests for prostate cancer failed to save lives in a new study, adding to the debate over whether men should be screened for the disease.
Living briefs
The first heating bills are landing in mailboxes, and many homeowners are experiencing sticker shock.
Discovery may lead to new depression treatments
WASHINGTON - Scientists have discovered a protein that seems to play a crucial role in developing depression, a finding that may lead to new treatments for the often debilitating illness - and fundamental understanding of why it strikes.
Over-the-counter cough syrup use discouraged
CHICAGO - Despite the billions of dollars spent every year in this country on over-the-counter cough syrups, most such medicines do little if anything to relieve coughs, the nation's chest physicians say.
Childhood dream becomes reality for instructor
There's a house on the south side of town that visitors call "the museum."
Automakers making push into crossover vehicles
DETROIT - Dampened by high gas prices, the auto industry has faced tough times selling large sport utility vehicles lately. But with demand still high from families wanting plenty of space, carmakers may have an antidote: the crossover.
Living briefs
The first heating bills are landing in mailboxes, and many homeowners are experiencing sticker shock.
Discovery may lead to new depression treatments
WASHINGTON - Scientists have discovered a protein that seems to play a crucial role in developing depression, a finding that may lead to new treatments for the often debilitating illness - and fundamental understanding of why it strikes.
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. Call the service agencies for information. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta.
Toyota seeks to shed vanilla image of top-selling Camry
DETROIT - Seeking to put an end to the idea that the No. 1 selling car in the United States is too vanilla for many who drive it, Toyota on Monday unveiled the fully redesigned 2007 Camry.
Living briefs
The first heating bills are landing in mailboxes, and many homeowners are experiencing sticker shock.
Automakers making push into crossover vehicles
DETROIT - Dampened by high gas prices, the auto industry has faced tough times selling large sport utility vehicles lately. But with demand still high from families wanting plenty of space, carmakers may have an antidote: the crossover.
Living briefs
The first heating bills are landing in mailboxes, and many homeowners are experiencing sticker shock.
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. Call the service agencies for information. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta.
NASA to return first comet samples to Earth
LOS ANGELES - Comets have long lit up the sky and the imaginations of scientists. Now these icy bodies from the beginnings of the solar system are finally ready for their close-up.
Health and fitness calendar
The health and fitness calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send information by fax to 722-7403 and send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augusta chronicle.com. Please include a contact name and phone number.
Study questions value of prostate cancer screening
CHICAGO - Two widely used tests for prostate cancer failed to save lives in a new study, adding to the debate over whether men should be screened for the disease.
Doctors test if newer methods fight breast cancer
WASHINGTON - Radiation may get a little easier for thousands of breast cancer patients: Doctors now can target cancer-killing beams just at the tumor site instead of the whole breast, cutting the usual six-week treatment down to five days.
Emergency care system is ailing, physicians say
WASHINGTON - The nation's emergency care system itself is ailing, warns a new health care analysis.
Chinese automaker Geely sets sights on exports to U.S.
DETROIT - China's Geely Automobile Co. said Tuesday that the biggest challenge to its plan to sell a low-priced family sedan in the United States by 2008 will be overcoming the negative image of Chinese manufacturing.
Rivera's attorneys try to get killer new trial
Convicted serial killer Reinaldo Rivera returned to Augusta from Georgia's death row for a hearing Monday.
Election on minds in session
COLUMBIA - Even as the legislative session gets started today, lawmakers are mindful of another date 10 months away: Nov. 7, Election Day.
Across Georgia
STONE MOUNTAIN - A customer picking up take out food at a restaurant was shot and killed by robbers, police said.
Kid of the Day
Lucas McCain Harden, of Evans, is today's kid of the day.
News you can use
CHURCH CONCERT: The Atlanta Guitar Trio will perform at noon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 605 Reynolds St., as part of the Tuesday's Music Live program. The concert is free. Lunch costs $7. Lunch reservations are required. For information, call 722-3463.
Across South Carolina
Hospital adds facility focused on heart care
Across the area
Augusta-Richmond County fire officials are investigating the cause of a Tuesday morning fire at a west Augusta restaurant.
Across Georgia
Professor's translation is awarded ATHENS - The University of Georgia's outreach to Croatia is $500,000 richer because of a language professor's prompt translation of a 100-year-old letter.
Tickets increase for unbuckled motorists
AIKEN - Catching people driving around without buckling up is easy for police.
Across the area
Broken bottle leads to arrest
Thomson's Ray Guy not among Hall of Fame finalists
CANTON, Ohio (AP) -- Troy Aikman and the late Reggie White were among the 15 finalists Wednesday for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Rants and raves
I RECENTLY HAD DINNER with a couple of refugees from New York. They moved to Columbia County. We were discussing the possibility of Columbia County being consolidated and needing a name. They recommended Paradise. Wouldn't it be wonderful to tell your friends you live in Paradise or you're going home to Paradise? They were very serious.
Rape victim in critical condition
Augusta authorities are seeking a suspect in the "brutal" rape of a woman found injured Monday morning in a wooded area off Milledgeville Road.
Start date up for debate
School starting dates are again up for debate at a Columbia County school board meeting today.
Rivera's attorneys try to get killer new trial
Convicted serial killer Reinaldo Rivera returned to Augusta from Georgia's death row for a hearing Monday.
Suspect left jail days before shooting
AIKEN - Five days before police say he and three others gunned down a Beech Island athlete, Vernon Ryans Jr. was sitting in jail, accused of accidentally killing a 16-year-old boy.
Squabbling back in session
ATLANTA - The election-year edition of the Georgia General Assembly began rolling Monday, with members of the two parties taking up their squabbles where they left off last year.
Survey shows early school date favored
Efforts to push the start of Richmond County schools back might have failed.
Suspect left jail days before shooting
AIKEN - Five days before police say he and three others gunned down a Beech Island athlete, Vernon Ryans Jr. was sitting in jail, accused of accidentally killing a 16-year-old boy.
Gwinnett County will be first to try Corbin
The suburban Atlanta dentist accused of killing both a girlfriend in Augusta 15 years ago and his wife in Buford 13 months ago will first stand trial in Gwinnett County.
Trial in death begins
Two years ago today, Treymane DaShon Berry lay unconscious on a tiny hospital bed as doctors fought to keep him alive and detectives photographed his battered body. The child died the next day.
Back to work
COLUMBIA - There was time for laughter and greetings.
Fighting for a future
Verbain Curry comes from one of the poorest towns in Florida, an area plagued with gangs and crime, but on Friday he set foot on what could be his first college campus.
Rants and raves
I RECENTLY HAD DINNER with a couple of refugees from New York. They moved to Columbia County. We were discussing the possibility of Columbia County being consolidated and needing a name. They recommended Paradise. Wouldn't it be wonderful to tell your friends you live in Paradise or you're going home to Paradise? They were very serious.
Voter ID battle starts again
ATLANTA - The legislative session opened with a bang Monday as Republican House leaders steered a new proposal to change the state's voter ID requirements through its first test, catching Democratic foes off guard.
Perdue calls for teachers' raise
ATLANTA - State workers and public schoolteachers, including those with the University System of Georgia, will get fatter paychecks in the next fiscal year if the Legislature approves a recommendation Gov. Sonny Perdue announced Tuesday.
Commission bill is still in works
ATLANTA - With a stalemate and racial division hampering the Augusta Commission, state Sen. J.B. Powell, D-Blythe, said he plans to introduce his bill proposing changes to Augusta-Richmond County's consolidated government before the end of January.
Higher cost of mail
Andrew Davis Tucker/StaffHigher cost of mailCustomers wait in line for services at the Main Post Office on Eighth Street in downtown Augusta. On Monday, the price of a standard, first-class postage stamp went from 37 cents to 39 cents. The post-card rate jumped a penny. For more information about the increased postal rates, visit the U.S. Postal Service's Web site at www.usps.com.
Perdue proposes state pay raises
ATLANTA - Teachers and state workers, including employees of the University System of Georgia, would get a 4 percent pay raise under a proposal announced today by Gov. Sonny Perdue.
More businesses robbed in 2005
Robberies of businesses usually rise around the holidays, and the increase this Christmas season in Augusta pushed the total for 2005 past that of the year before.
City committee work is halted
The Augusta Commission's regular committee meetings were canceled Monday after city attorney Stephen Shepard ruled that Mayor Pro Tem Marion Williams does not have the authority to appoint committee members.
Residents voice dissent on county consolidation
In a packed Appling Courthouse Tuesday night, those such as Buck Story gave their verdict on a proposed Columbia County consolidation.
Gwinnett County will be first to try Corbin
Survey wants parents' input
A sample survey asking parents when school should start was unveiled at a Columbia County School Board meeting Tuesday.
$5,000 bracelet stolen
A South Carolina woman is expected to be charged with the theft of a diamond bracelet from an Augusta jewelry store Monday morning, authorities said.
Tentative date set for trial of Brian Nichols
ATLANTA - A judge on Tuesday set a tentative Oct. 3 date for the trial of the man accused of killing four people in a shooting spree that started at a downtown courthouse, but did not say where the trial will be held.
Trial in death begins
Two years ago today, Treymane DaShon Berry lay unconscious on a tiny hospital bed as doctors fought to keep him alive and detectives photographed his battered body. The child died the next day.
Kid of the Day
Haley M. Mills, of Grovetown, is today's kid of the day.
Emergency rooms face challenges
Michael Minor, 56, could be a symbol of what emergency rooms are facing these days. The Greenwood, S.C., man came to the Emergency Department at Medical College of Georgia Hospital complaining of neck and back pain and hoping to get a consultation with a neurosurgeon, even though he has one back home. Emergency medicine physician Heather Isom treated his pain and swelling but referred him back to his hometown surgeon for an appointment next week.
Murder-suicide leaves neighborhood in shock
Terry Young thought the world of his two sons. Four-year-old Ryker was "the most imaginative kid you'll ever meet." And to Mr. Young, 7-year-old Gunner was "the perfect little boy" who made him proud every single day.
Robberies rose in 2005
Business robberies usually jump around the holidays, but the jump in those crimes this Christmas season in Augusta pushed the total commercial robbery total in 2005 past that of the year before.
Kid of the Day
Lucas McCain Harden, of Evans, is today's kid of the day.
Katrina evacuees still in need
They're still here.
Hundreds gather at vigil for 2 boys killed by father
Hundreds gathered at North Augusta High School on Tuesday night to remember the lives of two who weren't there.
Doctor rejects defendant's story
Contrary to what Jermaine Boyd told detectives, the injuries suffered by a 4-year-old boy weren't caused by a fall down the stairs, a pathologist testified.
Emergency rooms face challenges
Michael Minor, 56, could be a symbol of what emergency rooms are facing these days. The Greenwood, S.C., man came to the Emergency Department at Medical College of Georgia Hospital complaining of neck and back pain and hoping to get a consultation with a neurosurgeon, even though he has one back home. Emergency medicine physician Heather Isom treated his pain and swelling but referred him back to his hometown surgeon for an appointment next week.
News you can use
Activities and entertainment events scheduled for this week include:
Perdue calls for teachers' raise
ATLANTA - State workers and public schoolteachers, including those with the University System of Georgia, will get fatter paychecks in the next fiscal year if the Legislature approves a recommendation Gov. Sonny Perdue announced Tuesday.
Across Georgia
Professor's translation is awarded ATHENS - The University of Georgia's outreach to Croatia is $500,000 richer because of a language professor's prompt translation of a 100-year-old letter.
Hundreds gather at vigil for 2 boys killed by father
Hundreds gathered at North Augusta High School on Tuesday night to remember the lives of two who weren't there.
City committee work is halted
The Augusta Commission's regular committee meetings were canceled Monday after city attorney Stephen Shepard ruled that Mayor Pro Tem Marion Williams does not have the authority to appoint committee members.
Stations get DVD of killer
In an effort to exact further revenge on his wife, the North Augusta father who police said killed his two young children Sunday and then committed suicide mailed DVDs to three Augusta-area television stations, according to the North Augusta Department of Public Safety.
Newspaper receives DVD
The Augusta Chronicle received today a copy of a DVD that appears to have been mailed to other media outlets by the North Augusta father, who police say committed suicide Sunday after killing his two young children.
Tickets increase for unbuckled motorists
AIKEN - Catching people driving around without buckling up is easy for police.
Suspect kills himself during standoff, police say
A man whom Richmond County sheriff's deputies tried to apprehend this morning in Hephzibah killed himself as they tried to talk him out of a locked bedroom, officials said.
Walker asks for payment schedule
Former state Sen. Charles Walker's attorneys have asked a federal judge to consider a payment plan for more than half a million dollars in restitution.
$5,000 bracelet stolen
A South Carolina woman is expected to be charged with the theft of a diamond bracelet from an Augusta jewelry store Monday morning, authorities said.
Robberies rose in 2005
Business robberies usually jump around the holidays, but the jump in those crimes this Christmas season in Augusta pushed the total commercial robbery total in 2005 past that of the year before.
Rape victim in critical condition
Doctor rejects defendant's story
Contrary to what Jermaine Boyd told detectives, the injuries suffered by a 4-year-old boy weren't caused by a fall down the stairs, a pathologist testified.
Katrina evacuees still in need
Back to work
COLUMBIA - There was time for laughter and greetings.
Suspect in hotel shooting surrenders to authorities
An Augusta man wanted in connection with a Tuesday afternoon shooting at a Martinez motel turned himself in to Richmond County authorities.
Gwinnett County will be first to try Corbin
The suburban Atlanta dentist accused of killing both a girlfriend in Augusta 15 years ago and his wife in Buford 13 months ago will first stand trial in Gwinnett County.
Hundreds gather at vigil for 2 boys killed by father
Across the area
Augusta-Richmond County fire officials are investigating the cause of a Tuesday morning fire at a west Augusta restaurant.
Suspect left jail days before shooting
Across South Carolina
ORANGEBURG - Southern Methodist College hopes to raise $850,000 for repairs and renovations in its first capital campaign.
Across Georgia
STONE MOUNTAIN - A customer picking up take out food at a restaurant was shot and killed by robbers, police said.
Kid of the Day
Haley M. Mills, of Grovetown, is today's kid of the day.
Residents voice dissent on county consolidation
News you can use
Activities and entertainment events scheduled for this week include:
Rivera's attorneys try to get killer new trial
Survey wants parents' input
A sample survey asking parents when school should start was unveiled at a Columbia County School Board meeting Tuesday.
Suspect in hotel shooting surrenders to authorities
Higher cost of mail
Andrew Davis Tucker/StaffHigher cost of mailCustomers wait in line for services at the Main Post Office on Eighth Street in downtown Augusta. On Monday, the price of a standard, first-class postage stamp went from 37 cents to 39 cents. The post-card rate jumped a penny. For more information about the increased postal rates, visit the U.S. Postal Service's Web site at www.usps.com.
Squabbling back in session
ATLANTA - The election-year edition of the Georgia General Assembly began rolling Monday, with members of the two parties taking up their squabbles where they left off last year.
Tentative date set for trial of Brian Nichols
ATLANTA - A judge on Tuesday set a tentative Oct. 3 date for the trial of the man accused of killing four people in a shooting spree that started at a downtown courthouse, but did not say where the trial will be held.
Rape victim in critical condition
Augusta authorities are seeking a suspect in the "brutal" rape of a woman found injured Monday morning in a wooded area off Milledgeville Road.
Katrina evacuees still in need
They're still here.
News you can use
CHURCH CONCERT: The Atlanta Guitar Trio will perform at noon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 605 Reynolds St., as part of the Tuesday's Music Live program. The concert is free. Lunch costs $7. Lunch reservations are required. For information, call 722-3463.
Cheek burned in fire at work
Augusta Commissioner Andy Cheek was burned in a flash fire Tuesday morning at the Savannah River Site National Laboratory where he is employed.
Voter ID battle starts again
ATLANTA - The legislative session opened with a bang Monday as Republican House leaders steered a new proposal to change the state's voter ID requirements through its first test, catching Democratic foes off guard.
Survey shows early school date favored
Efforts to push the start of Richmond County schools back might have failed.
Across the area
Broken bottle leads to arrest
Residents voice dissent on county consolidation
In a packed Appling Courthouse Tuesday night, those such as Buck Story gave their verdict on a proposed Columbia County consolidation.
Rants and raves
TO THE PERSON complaining about too many handicapped parking spaces: One of these days, he's going to be handicapped. He's going to be wanting a space close to the store. The handicapped places are 99 percent of the time in a private-owned area.
Commission bill is still in works
ATLANTA - With a stalemate and racial division hampering the Augusta Commission, state Sen. J.B. Powell, D-Blythe, said he plans to introduce his bill proposing changes to Augusta-Richmond County's consolidated government before the end of January.
Walker asks for payment schedule
Former state Sen. Charles Walker's attorneys have asked a federal judge to consider a payment plan for more than half a million dollars in restitution.
Survey shows early school date favored
Across South Carolina
ORANGEBURG - Southern Methodist College hopes to raise $850,000 for repairs and renovations in its first capital campaign.
Across the area
Augusta-Richmond County fire officials are investigating the cause of a Tuesday morning fire at a west Augusta restaurant.
Emergency rooms face challenges
Emergency rooms face challenges
Michael Minor, 56, could be a symbol of what emergency rooms are facing these days. The Greenwood, S.C., man came to the Emergency Department at Medical College of Georgia Hospital complaining of neck and back pain and hoping to get a consultation with a neurosurgeon, even though he has one back home. Emergency medicine physician Heather Isom treated his pain and swelling but referred him back to his hometown surgeon for an appointment next week.
Doctor rejects defendant's story
Stations get DVD of killer
In an effort to exact further revenge on his wife, the North Augusta father who police said killed his two young children Sunday and then committed suicide mailed DVDs to three Augusta-area television stations, according to the North Augusta Department of Public Safety.
Suspect in hotel shooting surrenders to authorities
An Augusta man wanted in connection with a Tuesday afternoon shooting at a Martinez motel turned himself in to Richmond County authorities.
Cheek burned in fire at work
Augusta Commissioner Andy Cheek was burned in a flash fire Tuesday morning at the Savannah River Site National Laboratory where he is employed.
Across South Carolina
Hospital adds facility focused on heart care
Commission bill is still in works
Man arrested in motel shooting
Tickets increase for unbuckled motorists
Election on minds in session
COLUMBIA - Even as the legislative session gets started today, lawmakers are mindful of another date 10 months away: Nov. 7, Election Day.
Murder-suicide leaves neighborhood in shock
Start date up for debate
School starting dates are again up for debate at a Columbia County school board meeting today.
Rants and raves
I RECENTLY HAD DINNER with a couple of refugees from New York. They moved to Columbia County. We were discussing the possibility of Columbia County being consolidated and needing a name. They recommended Paradise. Wouldn't it be wonderful to tell your friends you live in Paradise or you're going home to Paradise? They were very serious.
Murder-suicide leaves neighborhood in shock
Terry Young thought the world of his two sons. Four-year-old Ryker was "the most imaginative kid you'll ever meet." And to Mr. Young, 7-year-old Gunner was "the perfect little boy" who made him proud every single day.
Fighting for a future
Verbain Curry comes from one of the poorest towns in Florida, an area plagued with gangs and crime, but on Friday he set foot on what could be his first college campus.
Perdue unveils budget focused on education
ATLANTA -- Georgia taxpayers will keep $2 billion more of their own money in the form of multiple tax breaks, Gov. Sonny Perdue said Wednesday in his election-year State of the State address.
Rants and raves
TO THE PERSON complaining about too many handicapped parking spaces: One of these days, he's going to be handicapped. He's going to be wanting a space close to the store. The handicapped places are 99 percent of the time in a private-owned area.
Georgia Tech's athletic director to retire
ATLANTA -- Dave Braine said Wednesday he will retire from his position as Georgia Tech's athletic director because of health reasons.
Father who killed boys, self sent DVD
Three Augusta-area television stations received DVDs earlier today thought to be from the North Augusta father who police said killed his two young children Sunday and then committed suicide.
Walker asks for payment schedule
Company hopes to buy St. Joseph Hospital
Vince Cherry will be in charge if his company acquires St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Tentative date set for trial of Brian Nichols
Perdue calls for teachers' raise
Rants and raves
TO THE PERSON complaining about too many handicapped parking spaces: One of these days, he's going to be handicapped. He's going to be wanting a space close to the store. The handicapped places are 99 percent of the time in a private-owned area.
Pupils arrested on drug charges
For Guy, being the best isn't good enough
The latest injustice could be executed as soon as today, or it could be drawn out a few more weeks until Feb. 4. Either way, Ray Guy isn't losing any more sleep over it.
For Guy, being the best isn't good enough
The latest injustice could be executed as soon as today, or it could be drawn out a few more weeks until Feb. 4. Either way, Ray Guy isn't losing any more sleep over it.
Billy Crystal says he passed on Oscar hosting job
Billy Crystal says he passed on Oscar hosting job
LOS ANGELES - Billy Crystal said he passed on the Oscar hosting job that went to Jon Stewart because his one-man stage show is consuming his attention.
Billy Crystal says he passed on Oscar hosting job
LOS ANGELES - Billy Crystal said he passed on the Oscar hosting job that went to Jon Stewart because his one-man stage show is consuming his attention.
Iverson handles Seattle
PHILADELPHIA - Allen Iverson scored 41 points, John Salmons had 18 and Kyle Korver 17 to lead the Philadelphia 76ers over the Seattle SuperSonics, 107-98 on Monday night.
Iverson handles Seattle
PHILADELPHIA - Allen Iverson scored 41 points, John Salmons had 18 and Kyle Korver 17 to lead the Philadelphia 76ers over the Seattle SuperSonics, 107-98 on Monday night.
'Canes no match for Tar Heels' hot hands
CORAL GABLES, Fla. - Ivory Latta scored 21 points to lead No. 4 North Carolina to a 90-57 victory over Miami on Monday night.
'Canes no match for Tar Heels' hot hands
CORAL GABLES, Fla. - Ivory Latta scored 21 points to lead No. 4 North Carolina to a 90-57 victory over Miami on Monday night.
Huskies halt Bearcats' run
HARTFORD, Conn. - Hilton Armstrong dominated inside with 14 points, 10 rebounds and six blocked shots and Connecticut beat Big East newcomer Cincinnati, 70-59, on Monday night, snapping the Bearcats' 10-game win streak.
Huskies halt Bearcats' run
HARTFORD, Conn. - Hilton Armstrong dominated inside with 14 points, 10 rebounds and six blocked shots and Connecticut beat Big East newcomer Cincinnati, 70-59, on Monday night, snapping the Bearcats' 10-game win streak.
Icy playoffs not expected this weekend
San Diego's Gates stands alone among All-Pro picks
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Mrs. Joan Price Peacock (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
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Featured Obituary: Dr. Robert Gordon Ellison
Dr. Robert Gordon Ellison, a pioneering heart surgeon who helped train generations of doctors at Medical College of Georgia, died Sunday. He was 89.
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Mrs. Rubie Johnson Gay (EASTMAN, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Lee Howard (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
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Mrs. Maggie King (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dr. Robert Ellison, Sr. (EVANS, Ga.)
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Mr. Victor O. Crenshaw (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Lee Howard (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Ms. Neomi Akron (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. William York (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
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Bro. Leroy Williams (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Mr. Allen Suthers (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Louise Warthen (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
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Mr. Allen Suthers (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Thelma Murray (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Mrs. Jean B. Still (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
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Mrs. Margaret Moye Merry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mr. Julian Miller, Jr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Eleanor Reeves Holden (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Wilma Louise Hart Arnett (EVANS, Ga.)
Mrs. Lucille Owens (WILLISTON, S.C.)
Mr. John M. Lamont (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Geneva Nichols (TALLAHASSEE, FL.)
Mrs. Josephine W. Killam (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret Moye Merry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Jeanette Hazel (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
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Mr. Victor O. Crenshaw (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Wilma Louise Hart Arnett (EVANS, Ga.)
Mr. Willie Brown, Sr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mr. Amos Biggins (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Mr. John M. Lamont (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret Teasley Reid (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Jean B. Still (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Josephine W. Killam (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Edwin L. Seymour (EVANS, Ga.)
Mrs. Matilda Hull (RAYLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Eleanor Reeves Holden (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Jeanette Hazel (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. James Paul Britt (GOLDSBORO, N.C.)
Mr. Marion Harden (WASHINTON, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret Moye Merry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dr. Robert Ellison, Sr. (EVANS, Ga.)
Mrs. Merilyn Mikell (DUBLIN, Ga.)
Mrs. Lucy Dunbar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. James Martin Gregory (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ms. Deborah Dukes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Lura Lowe (WARRENTON, Ga.)
Mr. Marvin Daniel Tucker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Walter Lewis Bush (BATH, S.C.)
Mr. Victor O. Crenshaw (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mr. Eugene Brunson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Josephine W. Killam (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mrs. Jeanette Hazel (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Richard D. Grantham, Sr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Ms. Deborah Dukes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Anna Bell Toomer (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Marvin Daniel Tucker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ms. Neomi Akron (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Dorothy Cook (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Jeffrey Adam Ellison (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Mrs. Anna Bell Toomer (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mrs. Anna Bell Toomer (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Jeffrey Adam Ellison (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Ms. Neomi Akron (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Featured Obituary: Dr. Robert Gordon Ellison
Dr. Robert Gordon Ellison, a pioneering heart surgeon who helped train generations of doctors at Medical College of Georgia, died Sunday. He was 89.
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Mrs. Margaret Moye Merry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mrs. Brenda Lopez (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Lucille Owens (WILLISTON, S.C.)
Mr. James Martin Gregory (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Eleanor Reeves Holden (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Lura Lowe (WARRENTON, Ga.)
Mrs. Geneva Nichols (TALLAHASSEE, FL.)
Mrs. Merilyn Mikell (DUBLIN, Ga.)
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Mrs. Joan Price Peacock (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
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Mrs. Lura Lowe (WARRENTON, Ga.)
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Mr. Marion Harden (WASHINTON, Ga.)
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Mrs. Jean B. Still (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
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Mrs. Jeanette Hazel (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Josephine W. Killam (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mr. John M. Lamont (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mrs. Anna Bell Toomer (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. William R. Siddall (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mrs. Maggie King (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Mrs. Jean B. Still (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
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Ms. Deborah Dukes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Louie Lee Braddy, Jr. (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Mr. Robert Lee Howard (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Geneva Nichols (TALLAHASSEE, FL.)
Mr. Marvin Daniel Tucker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Jeffrey Adam Ellison (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Mr. James Moment (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Walter Lewis Bush (BATH, S.C.)
Mr. Victor O. Crenshaw (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Allen Suthers (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Thelma Murray (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Dr. Robert Ellison, Sr. (EVANS, Ga.)
Ms. Deborah Dukes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Dorothy Cook (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret Teasley Reid (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Bro. Leroy Williams (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Mrs. Wilma Louise Hart Arnett (EVANS, Ga.)
Mrs. Louise Warthen (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
2006 Winter Olympics begins in one month
TURIN, Italy - Stride across Piazza San Giovanni's large cobblestones toward Turin's main cathedral, home to the Holy Shroud, and chances are you'll be greeted by Gino, who runs a souvenir stand he wheels around on his 1973 scooter.
With only a month to go, will Turin be ready?
TURIN, Italy - Stride across Piazza San Giovanni's large cobblestones toward Turin's main cathedral, home to the Holy Shroud, and chances are you'll be greeted by Gino, who runs a souvenir stand he wheels around on his 1973 scooter.
Suspended coach waits for decision
ELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. - A New York Supreme Court judge will not decide until at least today whether to grant embattled U.S. skeleton coach Tim Nardiello's request to have his suspension temporarily overturned, a delay that hurts his chance of joining the U.S. team at a World Cup race this weekend.
2006 Winter Olympics begins in one month
2006 Winter Olympics begins in one month
TURIN, Italy - Stride across Piazza San Giovanni's large cobblestones toward Turin's main cathedral, home to the Holy Shroud, and chances are you'll be greeted by Gino, who runs a souvenir stand he wheels around on his 1973 scooter.
With only a month to go, will Turin be ready?
With only a month to go, will Turin be ready?
TURIN, Italy - Stride across Piazza San Giovanni's large cobblestones toward Turin's main cathedral, home to the Holy Shroud, and chances are you'll be greeted by Gino, who runs a souvenir stand he wheels around on his 1973 scooter.
Suspended coach waits for decision
Suspended coach waits for decision
ELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. - A New York Supreme Court judge will not decide until at least today whether to grant embattled U.S. skeleton coach Tim Nardiello's request to have his suspension temporarily overturned, a delay that hurts his chance of joining the U.S. team at a World Cup race this weekend.
Csonka brings tale of dangers at sea
Overtime
In Suffolk, Va., former Virginia Tech quarterback Marcus Vick, booted from the team last week for his behavior on and off the field, was charged Monday with pulling a gun on three teenagers during an altercation in a restaurant parking lot.
Overtime
Georgia has scheduled Louisville, Western Carolina, Georgia Southern and Appalachian State as future non-conference opponents, athletic director Damon Evans announced Tuesday.
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Georgia has scheduled Louisville, Western Carolina, Georgia Southern and Appalachian State as future non-conference opponents, athletic director Damon Evans announced Tuesday.
Csonka brings tale of dangers at sea
Larry Csonka couldn't have been happier Tuesday night to be in Augusta.
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In Suffolk, Va., former Virginia Tech quarterback Marcus Vick, booted from the team last week for his behavior on and off the field, was charged Monday with pulling a gun on three teenagers during an altercation in a restaurant parking lot.
Csonka brings tale of dangers at sea
Larry Csonka couldn't have been happier Tuesday night to be in Augusta.
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Icy playoffs not expected this weekend
Good news for the Carolina Panthers: the long-range forecast for Sunday in Chicago is an unseasonably warm 43 degrees, about the same temperature they handled in the Meadowlands.
Fox won't hype win vs. Giants
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - To hear New Yorkers talk, Carolina coach John Fox is the second coming of Vince Lombardi.
Chiefs welcome Edwards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Herman Edwards was hired as coach of the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday, replacing the retired Dick Vermeil and inheriting a team that barely missed the playoffs.
Fox won't hype win vs. Giants
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - To hear New Yorkers talk, Carolina coach John Fox is the second coming of Vince Lombardi.
Icy playoffs not expected this weekend
Good news for the Carolina Panthers: the long-range forecast for Sunday in Chicago is an unseasonably warm 43 degrees, about the same temperature they handled in the Meadowlands.
San Diego's Gates stands alone among All-Pro picks
San Diego's Antonio Gates was the only unanimous choice to the Associated Press 2005 All-Pro team, featuring four players each from conference leaders Indianapolis and Seattle.
San Diego's Gates stands alone among All-Pro picks
San Diego's Antonio Gates was the only unanimous choice to the Associated Press 2005 All-Pro team, featuring four players each from conference leaders Indianapolis and Seattle.
Chiefs welcome Edwards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Herman Edwards was hired as coach of the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday, replacing the retired Dick Vermeil and inheriting a team that barely missed the playoffs.
Thousands gather for Voodoo Day in Benin
OUIDAH, Benin - Thousands gathered on a beach Tuesday to celebrate Benin's once-banned Voodoo, slaughtering animals and welcoming revelers from Brazil and the United States, including descendants of slaves who took the religion to the Americas centuries ago.
Thousands gather for Voodoo Day in Benin
OUIDAH, Benin - Thousands gathered on a beach Tuesday to celebrate Benin's once-banned Voodoo, slaughtering animals and welcoming revelers from Brazil and the United States, including descendants of slaves who took the religion to the Americas centuries ago.
Muslim pilgrims pray for salvation
MOUNT ARAFAT, Saudi Arabia - More than 2 million Muslim pilgrims from 178 countries prayed for salvation Monday at Mount Arafat, Islam's most sacred site, where Saudi Arabia's top cleric declared the West was conducting a "war against our creed."
Muslim pilgrims pray for salvation
MOUNT ARAFAT, Saudi Arabia - More than 2 million Muslim pilgrims from 178 countries prayed for salvation Monday at Mount Arafat, Islam's most sacred site, where Saudi Arabia's top cleric declared the West was conducting a "war against our creed."
For Guy, being the best isn't good enough
Rose Bowl telecast drives ABC to victory in ratings
Former Disney CEO to host CNBC talk show
Next 'Survivor' cast to include retired astronaut
NEW YORK - The next cast of CBS' "Survivor" will include a retired astronaut who flew in space three times, twice on the space shuttle Discovery.
Next 'Survivor' cast to include retired astronaut
NEW YORK - The next cast of CBS' "Survivor" will include a retired astronaut who flew in space three times, twice on the space shuttle Discovery.
ABC to distribute BBC News reports
NEW YORK - The British Broadcasting Corp. will make about 40 video news clips available daily in the United States and Canada for Internet and cell phone subscribers through a deal with ABC News.
Rose Bowl telecast drives ABC to victory in ratings
NEW YORK - Powered by a classic Rose Bowl battle between Texas and Southern California that was the most-watched college football game in at least 15 years, ABC broke CBS' ratings dominance this TV season.
Former Disney CEO to host CNBC talk show
NEW YORK - Michael Eisner, former chief of the Walt Disney Co., will become host of his own CNBC interview program that will be seen once every two months, the network said Tuesday.
Next 'Survivor' cast to include retired astronaut
Big stars to appear on Al Gore's TV network
ABC to distribute BBC News reports
ABC to distribute BBC News reports
NEW YORK - The British Broadcasting Corp. will make about 40 video news clips available daily in the United States and Canada for Internet and cell phone subscribers through a deal with ABC News.
Big stars to appear on Al Gore's TV network
NEW YORK - Al Gore's new television network, Current TV, is turning to Sean Penn, Robert Redford and others to give advice to fledgling filmmakers.
Big stars to appear on Al Gore's TV network
NEW YORK - Al Gore's new television network, Current TV, is turning to Sean Penn, Robert Redford and others to give advice to fledgling filmmakers.
Rose Bowl telecast drives ABC to victory in ratings
NEW YORK - Powered by a classic Rose Bowl battle between Texas and Southern California that was the most-watched college football game in at least 15 years, ABC broke CBS' ratings dominance this TV season.
Former Disney CEO to host CNBC talk show
NEW YORK - Michael Eisner, former chief of the Walt Disney Co., will become host of his own CNBC interview program that will be seen once every two months, the network said Tuesday.
Howard Stern makes his debut on satellite radio
Jury selection begins in 'Survivor' tax trial
DeGeneres, Garner, 'Star Wars' win top People's Choice honors
Two Gamecocks will turn pro
COLUMBIA - South Carolina safety Ko Simpson and defensive end Johnathan Joseph said Monday they will forgo their remaining two years of eligibility and enter the NFL Draft.
Two Gamecocks will turn pro
COLUMBIA - South Carolina safety Ko Simpson and defensive end Johnathan Joseph said Monday they will forgo their remaining two years of eligibility and enter the NFL Draft.
In time, right girl will come along for boy
Consider dorm, decor choices
For most high school seniors, the thought of college is fancied frequently. Late nights, early mornings, pizza and dorms are just a few things that are constant in every college kid's schedule.
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David Yates (from left), Jimmy Derrick, Courtney Garner and Jamie Derrick attended First Friday in downtown Augusta.
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MY THOUGHTS: A touching, coming-of-age story of a roller skater named X and his friends living on Chicago's South Side in the late 1970s.
Judge could have impact on teens
Joy of Christmas should last whole year
I recently attended a Christmas concert at my brother Christian-Elijah's elementary school.
Consider dorm, decor choices
For most high school seniors, the thought of college is fancied frequently. Late nights, early mornings, pizza and dorms are just a few things that are constant in every college kid's schedule.
In time, right girl will come along for boy
I really want a girlfriend. I keep acting nice and showing girls that I'm not a bad boy, but they want to judge (me). I just want girls to know how I feel. I have a crush on a girl at my school, but she judged me. What should I do?
Judge could have impact on teens
Though most teens rarely take notice of the members of the Supreme Court, these justices have the ability to affect their lives for decades or more.
In time, right girl will come along for boy
I really want a girlfriend. I keep acting nice and showing girls that I'm not a bad boy, but they want to judge (me). I just want girls to know how I feel. I have a crush on a girl at my school, but she judged me. What should I do?
Question of the week
Q: How young is too young for a cell phone?
Real life is no act
The life lessons are just as important as the acting lessons at the Augusta Mini Theatre.
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David Yates (from left), Jimmy Derrick, Courtney Garner and Jamie Derrick attended First Friday in downtown Augusta.
Joy of Christmas should last whole year
Real life is no act
The life lessons are just as important as the acting lessons at the Augusta Mini Theatre.
Quick hits
MY THOUGHTS: A touching, coming-of-age story of a roller skater named X and his friends living on Chicago's South Side in the late 1970s.
Question of the week
Q: How young is too young for a cell phone?
Xtreme calendar
FUNNY MONEY: Get the scoop on how to save, spend and earn money with the humor of speaker James Cunningham. His free Fun-ancial Seminar begins at 2:30 p.m. at University Hall, Room 170, on the campus of Augusta State University, 2500 Walton Way. Call 737-1609.
Joy of Christmas should last whole year
I recently attended a Christmas concert at my brother Christian-Elijah's elementary school.
Xtreme calendar
FUNNY MONEY: Get the scoop on how to save, spend and earn money with the humor of speaker James Cunningham. His free Fun-ancial Seminar begins at 2:30 p.m. at University Hall, Room 170, on the campus of Augusta State University, 2500 Walton Way. Call 737-1609.
Judge could have impact on teens
Though most teens rarely take notice of the members of the Supreme Court, these justices have the ability to affect their lives for decades or more.
Bakery owner has positive attitude
Bill would guarantee anonymity to police tipsters
History is buried in Edgefield cemetery
Preserving family moments in scrapbooks
School has rewarding character program
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