Pet of the week
Benny, a 1-year-old Irish terrier mix, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.

Cast revels in the zaniness of characters in 'Foreigner'
To simply call The Foreigner a humorous play doesn't do it justice, say those involved in the upcoming Aiken Community Playhouse production of the Larry Shue comedy.

Course will trace economic, social development of Aiken
Kaolin is a clay used in making china and many other products. Its role in Aiken's development will be one of the topics covered in a five-week course at the Aiken County Historical Museum.

Copy of Vietnam War memorial to be featured at Aiken ceremony
The traveling copy of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial will make its 11th visit to South Carolina with a four-day stop in Aiken.

Library events
NANCY CARSON LIBRARY HOURS: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday

Test results prove reading club's value
It's a challenge, but Latimer Blount is up for it.

Crime-prevention tips offered
Statistics show that anyone can become a victim of a crime, but having a physical disability doesn't have to put residents at a greater risk, officials say.

Player has fallback plan if her goals on court fail
Although she didn't start playing organized basketball until she was in the seventh grade, Silver Bluff High School's Christia Hughes has been around the sport since she was about 5.

Ronald McDonald scholarships go to those in need
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta is offering scholarships for students faced with limited access to educational and career opportunities.

Events
BE MORE THAN HIPS: 8 p.m. today; Jack B. Patrick Technology Center, Augusta Technical College, 3200 Augusta Tech Drive; Augusta Mini Theatre's annual salute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.;

Area adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of area adult literacy sites:

CSRA Bridge results
CSRA Bridge results for the week of Jan. 2-8.

Events
BE MORE THAN HIPS: 8 p.m. today; Jack B. Patrick Technology Center, Augusta Technical College, 3200 Augusta Tech Drive; Augusta Mini Theatre's annual salute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.;

Around the block
LEGACY SCULPTURE AND GARDEN: Outdoor Education Center, two miles of hiking trails, wetlands habitat and a pavilion; self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, guided group and weekend tours by appointment; www.nwtf.org

Test results prove reading club's value
It's a challenge, but Latimer Blount is up for it.

Course will trace economic, social development of Aiken
Kaolin is a clay used in making china and many other products. Its role in Aiken's development will be one of the topics covered in a five-week course at the Aiken County Historical Museum.

This week
Beech Island Historical Society Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday; 144 Old Jackson Highway; Gordon Farmer will speak about the town of Hamburg and the South Carolina Railroad; refreshments; 867-3600

Volunteers can help with outdoor projects
Opportunities to donate sweat equity for the benefit of America's network of hiking trails are available this spring in both Georgia and South Carolina.

Volunteers can help with outdoor projects
Opportunities to donate sweat equity for the benefit of America's network of hiking trails are available this spring in both Georgia and South Carolina.

Copy of Vietnam War memorial to be featured at Aiken ceremony
The traveling copy of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial will make its 11th visit to South Carolina with a four-day stop in Aiken.

Crime-prevention tips offered
Statistics show that anyone can become a victim of a crime, but having a physical disability doesn't have to put residents at a greater risk, officials say.

Cast revels in the zaniness of characters in 'Foreigner'
To simply call The Foreigner a humorous play doesn't do it justice, say those involved in the upcoming Aiken Community Playhouse production of the Larry Shue comedy.

Recreation events
BROTHERS AND SISTERS MEETINGS: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays; for boys and girls ages 5 to 18; programs offer tutoring, mentoring, cultural and recreational activities and field trips

Ronald McDonald scholarships go to those in need
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta is offering scholarships for students faced with limited access to educational and career opportunities.

Recycling
- To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation has recycling sites for aluminum cans at the Belvedere Fire Department on U.S. Highway 25, Langley Fire Department on South Carolina Highway 421 and Aiken Department of Public Safety stations No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road and No. 3 on U.S. Highway 78.

Recreation events
BROTHERS AND SISTERS MEETINGS: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays; for boys and girls ages 5 to 18; programs offer tutoring, mentoring, cultural and recreational activities and field trips

Meetings
Aiken camera club: 6:30 p.m. third Mondays, H. Odell Weeks Activity Center, Room 3, 1700 Whiskey Road, Aiken; (803) 642-9272 or misticole22@hotmail.com

Library events
NANCY CARSON LIBRARY HOURS: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday

Around the block
LEGACY SCULPTURE AND GARDEN: Outdoor Education Center, two miles of hiking trails, wetlands habitat and a pavilion; self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, guided group and weekend tours by appointment; www.nwtf.org

Area adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of area adult literacy sites:

This week
Beech Island Historical Society Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday; 144 Old Jackson Highway; Gordon Farmer will speak about the town of Hamburg and the South Carolina Railroad; refreshments; 867-3600

Pet of the week
Benny, a 1-year-old Irish terrier mix, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.

Player has fallback plan if her goals on court fail
Although she didn't start playing organized basketball until she was in the seventh grade, Silver Bluff High School's Christia Hughes has been around the sport since she was about 5.

Meetings
Aiken camera club: 6:30 p.m. third Mondays, H. Odell Weeks Activity Center, Room 3, 1700 Whiskey Road, Aiken; (803) 642-9272 or misticole22@hotmail.com

Recycling
- To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation has recycling sites for aluminum cans at the Belvedere Fire Department on U.S. Highway 25, Langley Fire Department on South Carolina Highway 421 and Aiken Department of Public Safety stations No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road and No. 3 on U.S. Highway 78.

CSRA Bridge results
CSRA Bridge results for the week of Jan. 2-8.

Artist wants stolen painting returned
Art does not grow on trees, but evidently it walks off walls.

'S Is for Silence,' and for 'superb'

Stories remind us of stormy disaster
George Hill was heading for the supply building on Lower Matacumbe Key when a hurricane-driven wave caught him and carried him 120 feet before his clothing caught on a pole. From there, he watched the supposedly stormproof structure wash away with men still inside.

Picture books to take the chill off a snowy day

Stories remind us of stormy disaster
George Hill was heading for the supply building on Lower Matacumbe Key when a hurricane-driven wave caught him and carried him 120 feet before his clothing caught on a pole. From there, he watched the supposedly stormproof structure wash away with men still inside.

Artist wants stolen painting returned

'S Is for Silence,' and for 'superb'
Sue Grafton's "S Is for Silence," the 19th in her alphabet mystery series (following "R Is for Ricochet"), finds private investigator Kinsey Millhone looking into the disappearance of small-town beauty Violet Sullivan.

Stories remind us of stormy disaster

Artist wants stolen painting returned
Art does not grow on trees, but evidently it walks off walls.

Picture books to take the chill off a snowy day
One of the best ways to enjoy a winter day is curled up with a good book. And for younger readers, it might be a quick fix for cabin fever.

Picture books to take the chill off a snowy day
One of the best ways to enjoy a winter day is curled up with a good book. And for younger readers, it might be a quick fix for cabin fever.

'S Is for Silence,' and for 'superb'
Sue Grafton's "S Is for Silence," the 19th in her alphabet mystery series (following "R Is for Ricochet"), finds private investigator Kinsey Millhone looking into the disappearance of small-town beauty Violet Sullivan.

Trial against Angels begins
SANTA ANA, Calif. - Angels owner Arte Moreno violated a 10-year-old contract with Anaheim and the city lost $100 million in tourism revenue and publicity when he changed the team's name last year, a city attorney said Friday.

Trial against Angels begins
SANTA ANA, Calif. - Angels owner Arte Moreno violated a 10-year-old contract with Anaheim and the city lost $100 million in tourism revenue and publicity when he changed the team's name last year, a city attorney said Friday.

Trial against Angels begins

Our constant complaining unites us

Christopher Brian Cole

Reagan Nicole Buki

Nicholas Manuel Rivera

Nathan Carter Suggs

Kaycie Elizabeth Shannon

Aubrey Marie Holst

Marcus Owen Balsimo

Melanie Rebekah Lewis

Melanie Rebekah Lewis

Kaycie Elizabeth Shannon

Elizabeth Dunn Wansley

Reagan Nicole Buki

Nicholas Manuel Rivera

Elizabeth Dunn Wansley

Elizabeth Dunn Wansley

Joseph Peter Brady

Andrew Patton O'Dell

Andrew Patton O'Dell

Nathan Carter Suggs

Madison Leigh Cockrell

Christopher Brian Cole
Christopher and Jennifer Cole of Augusta are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Christopher Brian, born November 9, 2005 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta. He made his debut at 11:46 p.m. and weighed 7 lbs 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Linda Brown, Bobby Leverett, Opal Cole and Albert Cole, all of Augusta. He was welcomed home by big brothers, Tyler, 9 and Jaden, 2 and big sister Brianna, 5. Christopher Brian

Brianna Nicole Mock

Aubrey Marie Holst

Marcus Owen Balsimo

Kaycie Elizabeth Shannon

Ciara Hope Bennett

Brianna Nicole Mock

Andrew Patton O'Dell

Nathan Carter Suggs

Christopher Brian Cole
Christopher and Jennifer Cole of Augusta are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Christopher Brian, born November 9, 2005 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta. He made his debut at 11:46 p.m. and weighed 7 lbs 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Linda Brown, Bobby Leverett, Opal Cole and Albert Cole, all of Augusta. He was welcomed home by big brothers, Tyler, 9 and Jaden, 2 and big sister Brianna, 5. Christopher Brian

Ciara Hope Bennett

Nicholas Manuel Rivera

Melanie Rebekah Lewis

Evelyn Lou Epps

Madison Leigh Cockrell

Joseph Peter Brady

Aubrey Marie Holst

Madison Leigh Cockrell

Brianna Nicole Mock

Brianna Nicole Nowicki

Evelyn Lou Epps

Marcus Owen Balsimo

Reagan Nicole Buki

Ciara Hope Bennett

Brianna Nicole Nowicki

Biz bites
If the holiday bills of 2005 are starting to haunt your mailbox, follow these tips from the Atlanta-based Consumer Credit Counseling Service:

Energy studies to gain synergy

Timbertite invention keeps timbers taut beneath trucks

Energy studies to gain synergy
AIKEN - State government officially jumped on the hydrogen bandwagon Friday.

Business calendar
- Thursday and Jan. 26: CPIM Review Course by the APICS CSRA chapter; contact Patti Lee at (706) 868-3811 for registration information.

Timbertite invention keeps timbers taut beneath trucks
Driving past flatbed semi trucks on the freeway, you might not notice the planks of wood tied to the trailer undersides.

Kia facility appears elusive for area

On the move
Thomas Kilpatrick has joined A. G. Edwards & Sons Inc. as a financial consultant. He has been certified as an accredited asset management specialist through the College of Financial Planning.

On the move

Biz bites
If the holiday bills of 2005 are starting to haunt your mailbox, follow these tips from the Atlanta-based Consumer Credit Counseling Service:

Kia facility appears elusive for area
As days go by, the Augusta-Aiken area's chances of landing Kia Motors Corp.'s first U.S. assembly plant is looking more like a long shot.

Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Dec. 14-Jan. 3. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:

Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Dec. 14-Jan. 3. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:

Business calendar
- Thursday and Jan. 26: CPIM Review Course by the APICS CSRA chapter; contact Patti Lee at (706) 868-3811 for registration information.

For now, conservationists stay mum on nuclear plants
RALEIGH, N.C. - With guaranteed federal loans and insurance protection promised to the first power companies to build a new wave of nuclear plants, the race is on for construction of up to 10 stations between Maryland and Mississippi.

Timbertite invention keeps timbers taut beneath trucks
Driving past flatbed semi trucks on the freeway, you might not notice the planks of wood tied to the trailer undersides.

Business calendar

Kia facility appears elusive for area
As days go by, the Augusta-Aiken area's chances of landing Kia Motors Corp.'s first U.S. assembly plant is looking more like a long shot.

Property transfers

On the move
Thomas Kilpatrick has joined A. G. Edwards & Sons Inc. as a financial consultant. He has been certified as an accredited asset management specialist through the College of Financial Planning.

Biz bites

Energy studies to gain synergy
AIKEN - State government officially jumped on the hydrogen bandwagon Friday.

For now, conservationists stay mum on nuclear plants

For now, conservationists stay mum on nuclear plants
RALEIGH, N.C. - With guaranteed federal loans and insurance protection promised to the first power companies to build a new wave of nuclear plants, the race is on for construction of up to 10 stations between Maryland and Mississippi.

Editorial Cartoon
Editorial cartoon for Sunday, January 15, 2006.

Editorial Cartoon
Editorial cartoon for Sunday, January 15, 2006.

Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Commission retreat was treat of sweetness

Commission retreat was treat of sweetness
Oh, gee. Oh, golly. I didn't get to go to the Augusta Commission retreat last week. Imagine my bad luck. I get to witness commissioners at their worst, and then miss the day they're all lovey-dovey.

Commission retreat was treat of sweetness
Oh, gee. Oh, golly. I didn't get to go to the Augusta Commission retreat last week. Imagine my bad luck. I get to witness commissioners at their worst, and then miss the day they're all lovey-dovey.

Commission retreat was treat of sweetness
Oh, gee. Oh, golly. I didn't get to go to the Augusta Commission retreat last week. Imagine my bad luck. I get to witness commissioners at their worst, and then miss the day they're all lovey-dovey.

Knights work overtime to obtain region victory

Don't set budget on 'spend cycle'
We support Gov. Sonny Perdue. He's a rock-solid governor, and has helped lead the state from a $640 million deficit to heady days of revenue surpluses: a projected $1.25 billion increase in the next year.

The enduring attraction of magnets
Vouchers are popular with many parents of school-age children for a very good reason - and it's not because of the opportunity they provide for a private-school education.

The enduring attraction of magnets

Boost judges' salaries

We need lawmakers to get it right
Have you ever thought about just what it is that a carjacker does?

Boost judges' salaries
New U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is not expected to be a judicial activist in his rulings, but after only four months on the job he's certainly no shrinking violet in standing up for federal judges.

We need lawmakers to get it right

Isolate Iran, the pariah nation

We need lawmakers to get it right
Have you ever thought about just what it is that a carjacker does?

Isolate Iran, the pariah nation
Britain, France and Germany admitted Thursday that their nuclear nonproliferation negotiations with Iran that had dragged on for more than two years had gone nowhere. They broke the talks off. It's about time.

Boost judges' salaries
New U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is not expected to be a judicial activist in his rulings, but after only four months on the job he's certainly no shrinking violet in standing up for federal judges.

Isolate Iran, the pariah nation
Britain, France and Germany admitted Thursday that their nuclear nonproliferation negotiations with Iran that had dragged on for more than two years had gone nowhere. They broke the talks off. It's about time.

Don't set budget on 'spend cycle'

The enduring attraction of magnets
Vouchers are popular with many parents of school-age children for a very good reason - and it's not because of the opportunity they provide for a private-school education.

Don't set budget on 'spend cycle'
We support Gov. Sonny Perdue. He's a rock-solid governor, and has helped lead the state from a $640 million deficit to heady days of revenue surpluses: a projected $1.25 billion increase in the next year.

People in the News
LONDON - Kylie Minogue is still being treated for breast cancer, but the disease has not recurred since surgery last year, the Australian pop star's publicist said in a statement Friday.

Pamela Anderson takes aim at Colonel Sanders
FRANKFORT, Ky. - Pamela Anderson is leading a charge to remove a bust of KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders from the state Capitol.

People in the News
LONDON - Kylie Minogue is still being treated for breast cancer, but the disease has not recurred since surgery last year, the Australian pop star's publicist said in a statement Friday.

'Baywatch' actor David Hasselhoff files for divorce
LOS ANGELES - Former "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff filed for divorce Thursday from actress Pamela Bach, his wife of 16 years.

'Baywatch' actor David Hasselhoff files for divorce
LOS ANGELES - Former "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff filed for divorce Thursday from actress Pamela Bach, his wife of 16 years.

Pamela Anderson takes aim at Colonel Sanders
FRANKFORT, Ky. - Pamela Anderson is leading a charge to remove a bust of KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders from the state Capitol.

Some unexpected surprises in stock-option costs
NEW YORK - Just because a company has been deducting stock options from earnings for years before new rules forced corporate America to do the same, doesn't mean it will be immune to a big hit to the bottom line.

Some unexpected surprises in stock-option costs

Plastic takes pride of place in many wallets

Plastic takes pride of place in many wallets
SAN FRANCISCO - Erica Jostedt loves to shop, but she hates paying with cash or a check. There's rarely more than $20 in her wallet, and she doesn't carry her checkbook because she usually needs it just once a month to cover the rent at her apartment.

Some unexpected surprises in stock-option costs
NEW YORK - Just because a company has been deducting stock options from earnings for years before new rules forced corporate America to do the same, doesn't mean it will be immune to a big hit to the bottom line.

Plastic takes pride of place in many wallets
SAN FRANCISCO - Erica Jostedt loves to shop, but she hates paying with cash or a check. There's rarely more than $20 in her wallet, and she doesn't carry her checkbook because she usually needs it just once a month to cover the rent at her apartment.

'06 show boosted by payout
Sherry Fulmer knows why the number of entries are up for the 27th edition of the Augusta Futurity.

'06 show boosted by payout

'06 show boosted by payout
Sherry Fulmer knows why the number of entries are up for the 27th edition of the Augusta Futurity.

'06 show boosted by payout
Sherry Fulmer knows why the number of entries are up for the 27th edition of the Augusta Futurity.

Tarver back with Yellow Jackets
ATLANTA - Theodis Tarver is back with the Georgia Tech men's basketball team.

Tarver back with Yellow Jackets
ATLANTA - Theodis Tarver is back with the Georgia Tech men's basketball team.

Tarver back with Yellow Jackets

Momentum hard to keep for Wie
HONOLULU - Seven birdies in a record-tying round of 68 sent Michelle Wie home from the Sony Open with a smile, although it wasn't long before reality set in as she considered her immediate future.

Campbell, Furyk in lead; Wie improves
HONOLULU - Chad Camp-bell and Jim Furyk sit atop the leaderboard at 6-under with most of the field finished Friday with the second round of the Sony Open.

Momentum hard to keep for Wie
HONOLULU - Seven birdies in a record-tying round of 68 sent Michelle Wie home from the Sony Open with a smile, although it wasn't long before reality set in as she considered her immediate future.

BellSouth to call May date home
After nine years, maybe Tiger Woods will finally go back to the TPC at Sugarloaf to defend his 1998 BellSouth Classic victory.

BellSouth to call May date home

Campbell, Furyk in lead; Wie improves
HONOLULU - Chad Camp-bell and Jim Furyk sit atop the leaderboard at 6-under with most of the field finished Friday with the second round of the Sony Open.

Momentum hard to keep for Wie

Campbell, Furyk in lead; Wie improves

BellSouth to call May date home
After nine years, maybe Tiger Woods will finally go back to the TPC at Sugarloaf to defend his 1998 BellSouth Classic victory.

Welcher ends game with dramatic shot

Retro uniforms net Eagles win

Bulldogs net road victory for coach

Shanahan, Wings stop Rangers streak
DETROIT - Brendan Shanahan's second goal of the game snapped a third-period tie, and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Rangers, 4-3 on Saturday, to break New York's streak of seven games in which it earned at least a point.

Shanahan, Wings stop Rangers streak
DETROIT - Brendan Shanahan's second goal of the game snapped a third-period tie, and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Rangers, 4-3 on Saturday, to break New York's streak of seven games in which it earned at least a point.

Shanahan, Wings stop Rangers streak

Our constant complaining unites us
We are so fond on one another because our ailments are the same. -Jonathan Swift

Our constant complaining unites us
We are so fond on one another because our ailments are the same. -Jonathan Swift

DeLay and the GOP soiled by corruption
Contrary to The Chronicle's editorial ("DeLay makes the right decision," Jan. 10) that former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay is the victim of partisan politics, it is what he brought on himself. He is the living example of the saying "Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely." Saroja Venkatraman, Martinez

Broken government in Augusta needs fixing

Christianity must not be ignored
Regarding Brian Baldowski's Jan. 10 letter ("Christian letter is not so Christian"): I agree that the "us-against-them" mentality is not a Christian attitude. We should love our brothers and sisters, and help guide them in the life God wants us to lead. However, I disagree on several points. Barry Baggott, North Augusta, S.C.

Side with Air Force over air space
What a shame! You are either deliberately misleading the people of Augusta, or you have been suckered into fighting a cause that does not deserve your help ("No military takeover," Jan. 3). Charles A. Carswell, Millen

Commission is dysfunctional
I have noticed the Augusta Commission as they endeavor to conduct the county business. I have watched the Rev. Marion Williams. Don Matthews, Augusta

DeLay and the GOP soiled by corruption

Broken government in Augusta needs fixing
Give me a break! Former City Engineer Teresa Smith needed to go a long time ago, and there should have been plenty of documentation in her file. Don't you remember when David Darby and other contractors appeared before commissioners last spring complaining about her and her department and all the money they were costing them? Commissioner Marion Williams, I believe this is what they call public record. John R. Davis, Augusta

Side with Air Force over air space
What a shame! You are either deliberately misleading the people of Augusta, or you have been suckered into fighting a cause that does not deserve your help ("No military takeover," Jan. 3). Charles A. Carswell, Millen

Support same-sex public-school classes

Christianity must not be ignored

Christianity must not be ignored
Regarding Brian Baldowski's Jan. 10 letter ("Christian letter is not so Christian"): I agree that the "us-against-them" mentality is not a Christian attitude. We should love our brothers and sisters, and help guide them in the life God wants us to lead. However, I disagree on several points. Barry Baggott, North Augusta, S.C.

Broken government in Augusta needs fixing
Give me a break! Former City Engineer Teresa Smith needed to go a long time ago, and there should have been plenty of documentation in her file. Don't you remember when David Darby and other contractors appeared before commissioners last spring complaining about her and her department and all the money they were costing them? Commissioner Marion Williams, I believe this is what they call public record. John R. Davis, Augusta

Commission is dysfunctional

Support same-sex public-school classes
As a graduate of The Citadel (class of 1965), and a believer of same-sex education, isn't it ironic that Columbia County is experimenting with gender-separate core classes? This is done in an effot to improve academic performance. Billy Schafer, Augusta

Why don't more blacks vote?

Why don't more blacks vote?
The late Rev. Vernon Johns - the civil rights leader and Alabama preacher who preceded the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Ala. - had a saying: "If you see a good fight, get in it." If he knew of the fight that today's civil rights leaders are planning against the Georgia voter ID legislation, surely he would turn over in his grave. Reggie Williams, Augusta

Side with Air Force over air space

Support same-sex public-school classes
As a graduate of The Citadel (class of 1965), and a believer of same-sex education, isn't it ironic that Columbia County is experimenting with gender-separate core classes? This is done in an effot to improve academic performance. Billy Schafer, Augusta

Why don't more blacks vote?
The late Rev. Vernon Johns - the civil rights leader and Alabama preacher who preceded the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Ala. - had a saying: "If you see a good fight, get in it." If he knew of the fight that today's civil rights leaders are planning against the Georgia voter ID legislation, surely he would turn over in his grave. Reggie Williams, Augusta

DeLay and the GOP soiled by corruption
Contrary to The Chronicle's editorial ("DeLay makes the right decision," Jan. 10) that former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay is the victim of partisan politics, it is what he brought on himself. He is the living example of the saying "Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely." Saroja Venkatraman, Martinez

New Mexico turns tourism focus on its small communities

Loud classmates are annoying distraction

Energy-efficient mortgages are readily available

Ask the Carey Brothers

Living briefs

Travel briefs

Best time to see Turin may be after the Olympics

Variations on a Dream

A wealth of Benjamin Franklins to honor

House in Forest Hills exudes rural charm

Stolen Marie Antoinette watch now tells a story

Can you spell 'roof leak'?

Citrus: Great for eating -- and cleaning

Low-calorie diet keeps the heart looking young

Energy-efficient mortgages are readily available
Q: A network news show recently featured a segment on energy-efficient mortgages. They seem like a great idea. How can I get one?

Travel briefs
DETROIT - Detroit is hosting Super Bowl XL on Feb. 5, and the city is throwing a party to celebrate.

House in Forest Hills exudes rural charm
When Ursula and Ron McDaniel left rural McDuffie County for a home in Augusta's Forest Hills neighborhood, they didn't want to leave the wide-open spaces behind.

Loud classmates are annoying distraction
Dear Carson: I am in an exercise class where people come and go at will with no specific class times.

Can you spell 'roof leak'?
It's that time of year again, and while we may be warm and comfortable inside, the condition of the roof outside may not be sufficient to hold back Mother Nature's angry storms and rainy weather.

Variations on a Dream
It was uttered more than four decades ago and it is still one of the most famous and well-known speeches in history.

Ask the Carey Brothers
Q: I have condensation on the ceilings of my home and have recently discovered mildew at the wall near the floor in a couple of bedrooms. I keep a clean house, but I am concerned I might be doing something wrong. -- Albert

House in Forest Hills exudes rural charm
When Ursula and Ron McDaniel left rural McDuffie County for a home in Augusta's Forest Hills neighborhood, they didn't want to leave the wide-open spaces behind.

Loud classmates are annoying distraction
Dear Carson: I am in an exercise class where people come and go at will with no specific class times.

A wealth of Benjamin Franklins to honor
At the Smithsonian, they're planning a tribute to his statesmanship. In London, an exhibit hails his medical contributions. But at McGillen's Olde Ale House in Philadelphia, they know best how to honor Benjamin Franklin on his 300th birthday: with a celebratory toast.

Best time to see Turin may be after the Olympics
TURIN, Italy - Can't find a hotel room in Turin for the Olympics? Worried about getting stuck in traffic on the single-lane road that leads to the games' Alpine hub? Don't want a repeat of the nightmare at the Salt Lake City airport the day after the 2002 Winter Games ended?

Energy-efficient mortgages are readily available
Q: A network news show recently featured a segment on energy-efficient mortgages. They seem like a great idea. How can I get one?

Best time to see Turin may be after the Olympics
TURIN, Italy - Can't find a hotel room in Turin for the Olympics? Worried about getting stuck in traffic on the single-lane road that leads to the games' Alpine hub? Don't want a repeat of the nightmare at the Salt Lake City airport the day after the 2002 Winter Games ended?

Ask the Carey Brothers
Q: I have condensation on the ceilings of my home and have recently discovered mildew at the wall near the floor in a couple of bedrooms. I keep a clean house, but I am concerned I might be doing something wrong. -- Albert

Can you spell 'roof leak'?
It's that time of year again, and while we may be warm and comfortable inside, the condition of the roof outside may not be sufficient to hold back Mother Nature's angry storms and rainy weather.

Stolen Marie Antoinette watch now tells a story
NEW YORK - Many fashion brands can boast Hollywood royalty as clients, but few have loyal royal fans the way Breguet does.

Citrus: Great for eating -- and cleaning
Winter is when oranges, tangerines and grapefruits are harvested in Northern California.

Low-calorie diet keeps the heart looking young
ST. LOUIS - A very low calorie diet can help the heart age more slowly, according to researchers who released what they call the first-ever human study on the subject.

A wealth of Benjamin Franklins to honor
At the Smithsonian, they're planning a tribute to his statesmanship. In London, an exhibit hails his medical contributions. But at McGillen's Olde Ale House in Philadelphia, they know best how to honor Benjamin Franklin on his 300th birthday: with a celebratory toast.

Stolen Marie Antoinette watch now tells a story
NEW YORK - Many fashion brands can boast Hollywood royalty as clients, but few have loyal royal fans the way Breguet does.

Variations on a Dream
It was uttered more than four decades ago and it is still one of the most famous and well-known speeches in history.

Low-calorie diet keeps the heart looking young
ST. LOUIS - A very low calorie diet can help the heart age more slowly, according to researchers who released what they call the first-ever human study on the subject.

New Mexico turns tourism focus on its small communities
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Last summer, Tricia Ware and Shannon Papin spent eight weeks driving around New Mexico, eating in small-town cafes, hunting for collectibles and visiting unusual attractions.

Living briefs
Midas is kicking off a yearlong 50th anniversary celebration by searching for America's longest commute. Until Feb. 6, Midas will conduct a search for the motorist who has the dubious distinction of having the longest driving commute to work.

Citrus: Great for eating -- and cleaning
Winter is when oranges, tangerines and grapefruits are harvested in Northern California.

Travel briefs
DETROIT - Detroit is hosting Super Bowl XL on Feb. 5, and the city is throwing a party to celebrate.

New Mexico turns tourism focus on its small communities
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Last summer, Tricia Ware and Shannon Papin spent eight weeks driving around New Mexico, eating in small-town cafes, hunting for collectibles and visiting unusual attractions.

Living briefs
Midas is kicking off a yearlong 50th anniversary celebration by searching for America's longest commute. Until Feb. 6, Midas will conduct a search for the motorist who has the dubious distinction of having the longest driving commute to work.

Lynx earn timely win in shootout
A week and a half ago, Augusta Lynx coach Bob Ferguson and the players talked about the significance of their upcoming five-game homestand.

Lynx earn timely win in shootout

Grrrowl's goaltending downs Lynx

Grrrowl's goaltending downs Lynx
Just when the Augusta Lynx seemed to have gathered momentum and turned a corner on their season, they were held back by some familiar demons.

Lynx earn timely win in shootout
A week and a half ago, Augusta Lynx coach Bob Ferguson and the players talked about the significance of their upcoming five-game homestand.

Grrrowl's goaltending downs Lynx
Just when the Augusta Lynx seemed to have gathered momentum and turned a corner on their season, they were held back by some familiar demons.

BRAC's over, now what?
As Fort Gordon celebrates its 65th anniversary this year, its boosters have plenty to celebrate about its future.

Across Georgia
ATHENS - Political correctness seems to have found another target: the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

Across the area
An Augusta man was killed Friday night in a two-vehicle car wreck near the Burke County line, officials said Saturday.

Rants and raves
I DISAGREE WITH THE non-rich Republican who says that Jimmy Carter is the worst president that we've ever had. George Bush is the worst president we have ever had!

8,000 kids to be in study
Thaniel Raynack doesn't yet realize he can't eat a piece of cereal while he has a pacifier in his mouth. But insights from the 7-month-old Martinez boy could one day lead to ways of avoiding developing type 1 diabetes. And he will have a lot of help with that.

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This week's events include:

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Today in regional history

Across South Carolina
Pupil says teacher grabbed his throat

Mayor refuses to agree on deal

Across the area
An Augusta man was killed Friday night in a two-vehicle car wreck near the Burke County line, officials said Saturday.

Police end investigation into desecration charge
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Police have ended an investigation into the alleged bulldozing of graves in one of Wadmalaw Island's oldest black cemeteries, saying there isn't enough evidence for a criminal case.

Rants and raves
THE GEORGIA STATE PATROL stated the shoulder of a road is for emergency parking only.

Mayor refuses to agree on deal
A consolidation, by definition, is meant to bring separate entities together.

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This week's events include:

Math doesn't add up for all

Kid of the day
DeKayla LaChelle Aiken

Some critical of textbook choices made for schools
AIKEN - With millions of dollars at stake, some say the textbook industry has gone too far with its attempts to write books that cater to the masses.

Math doesn't add up for all
ATLANTA - Jeff Welch, the superintendent of Oglethorpe County schools, has a goal. He would like to place a "learning support specialist" in each of his schools to help teachers deal with the state's new curriculum and keep up with the latest teaching methods.

King's dream weavers
Photos from the Martin Luther King, Jr. parade in Augusta

Some critical of textbook choices made for schools
AIKEN - With millions of dollars at stake, some say the textbook industry has gone too far with its attempts to write books that cater to the masses.

Celebrating a King

King's dream weavers
Photos from the Martin Luther King, Jr. parade in Augusta

Homes gone, people hurt after tornado
MANNING, S.C. - Residents and weather experts were surveying damage Saturday morning after severe weather passed through South Carolina overnight.

Police end investigation into desecration charge

Area closings
Area closings in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

8,000 kids to be in study

BRAC's over, now what?
As Fort Gordon celebrates its 65th anniversary this year, its boosters have plenty to celebrate about its future.

King's dream weavers

Kid of the Day
Allen ''A.J.'' Donald Jr., of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.

Rain stalls probe into crash of jet
VILLANOW, Ga. - Heavy rain Friday halted the investigation into what caused a U.S. Navy training jet to crash earlier this week in southern Walker County.

Hunters find body in Phinizy Swamp
Richmond County authorities said a group of hunters found the remains this morning of a man who they believe to be of a hunter who has been missing since 2003.

Rain stalls probe into crash of jet

St. Joseph offer is $75 million

Bill takes aim at utility road delays

Holiday events
Area events being held in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Across Georgia

St. Joseph offer is $75 million
A Florida hospital company is willing to pay $75 million to buy St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta, sale documents show.

Across South Carolina

Homes gone, people hurt after tornado
MANNING, S.C. - Residents and weather experts were surveying damage Saturday morning after severe weather passed through South Carolina overnight.

Across the region

Kid of the day
DeKayla LaChelle Aiken

Schools are over budget on gasoline

Across Georgia
ATHENS - Political correctness seems to have found another target: the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

Homes gone, people hurt after tornado

8,000 kids to be in study
Thaniel Raynack doesn't yet realize he can't eat a piece of cereal while he has a pacifier in his mouth. But insights from the 7-month-old Martinez boy could one day lead to ways of avoiding developing type 1 diabetes. And he will have a lot of help with that.

Colleges invoke King's dream in joint celebration

Where we live
Thomas Lyles grinds away on the frame of a dining table he is creating for a client at his home in Evans.

Departments aim high after growth in budget

County cuts anonymous gripes
Looking to rat out a neighbor?

Bill prompts Lewis to skip MLK service

Where we live
Thomas Lyles grinds away on the frame of a dining table he is creating for a client at his home in Evans.

Iraqi baby is released from Atlanta hospital

Police end investigation into desecration charge
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Police have ended an investigation into the alleged bulldozing of graves in one of Wadmalaw Island's oldest black cemeteries, saying there isn't enough evidence for a criminal case.

Rants and raves
THE GEORGIA STATE PATROL stated the shoulder of a road is for emergency parking only.

Area closings
Area closings in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Holiday Events

Holiday events

Bill takes aim at utility road delays
ATLANTA - Private contractors aren't the only ones who will be held up to scrutiny this legislative session as lawmakers look for ways to try to keep road construction projects from languishing past deadlines.

Police find meth lab at home

Iraqi baby is released from Atlanta hospital
ATLANTA - The Iraqi infant who underwent surgery for spinal birth defects was released from a hospital Friday to recover at an Atlanta-area home where her father and grandmother have been staying, hospital officials said.

Treetop Masters

Seized items gather dust in offices
AIKEN - It was his first "pine straw nabbing."

Across the area

Holiday Events
King Parade: The Augusta branch of the NAACP will present the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade at 1 p.m., starting from Dyess Park Community Center, 902 James Brown Blvd. For more information, call 724-0390

BRAC's over, now what?

Measures' ugly pasts add to Capitol tension
ATLANTA - Georgia lawmakers jumped quickly out of the gates this week as Republicans started the second year of their control in the state Capitol.

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Bill prompts Lewis to skip MLK service
ATLANTA - A congressional leader on civil rights boycotted a ceremony honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at Georgia's Capitol on Friday, protesting the state Legislature's push the day before in the same building to pass a bill requiring photo identification cards for all voters.

Departments aim high after growth in budget
ATLANTA - The good times are rolling again for Georgia's budget-writers.

Kid of the Day
Allen ''A.J.'' Donald Jr., of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.

Departments aim high after growth in budget
ATLANTA - The good times are rolling again for Georgia's budget-writers.

County cuts anonymous gripes

Body is found at Phinizy
For two years, the family of Chuck Logan Jr., a local man who disappeared while hunting in Phinizy Swamp, endured an agonizing wait.

News you can use
Today in regional history

Math doesn't add up for all
ATLANTA - Jeff Welch, the superintendent of Oglethorpe County schools, has a goal. He would like to place a "learning support specialist" in each of his schools to help teachers deal with the state's new curriculum and keep up with the latest teaching methods.

Across the region
PEACHTREE CITY, GA. - Police have arrested a pro golf shop manager for trying to have sex with a teenage girl.

Kid of the Day

Across the area
An Augusta woman told Richmond County sheriff's deputies that she was abducted at gunpoint and sexually assaulted, a police report states.

Body is found at Phinizy

Rants and raves
I DISAGREE WITH THE non-rich Republican who says that Jimmy Carter is the worst president that we've ever had. George Bush is the worst president we have ever had!

Across South Carolina
Pupil says teacher grabbed his throat

Rain stalls probe into crash of jet
VILLANOW, Ga. - Heavy rain Friday halted the investigation into what caused a U.S. Navy training jet to crash earlier this week in southern Walker County.

Rants and raves
I DISAGREE WITH THE non-rich Republican who says that Jimmy Carter is the worst president that we've ever had. George Bush is the worst president we have ever had!

Across the area
An Augusta woman told Richmond County sheriff's deputies that she was abducted at gunpoint and sexually assaulted, a police report states.

Holiday events
Area events being held in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Seized items gather dust in offices
AIKEN - It was his first "pine straw nabbing."

Body is found at Phinizy
For two years, the family of Chuck Logan Jr., a local man who disappeared while hunting in Phinizy Swamp, endured an agonizing wait.

Bill prompts Lewis to skip MLK service
ATLANTA - A congressional leader on civil rights boycotted a ceremony honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at Georgia's Capitol on Friday, protesting the state Legislature's push the day before in the same building to pass a bill requiring photo identification cards for all voters.

County cuts anonymous gripes
Looking to rat out a neighbor?

Treetop Masters
Matt Stockton clinched his third straight Masters on Friday, but Tiger Woods isn't worried.

Police find meth lab at home
A south Augusta couple were charged with making methamphetamine after sheriff's investigators found a manufacturing lab on their property, police said Friday.

Measures' ugly pasts add to Capitol tension
ATLANTA - Georgia lawmakers jumped quickly out of the gates this week as Republicans started the second year of their control in the state Capitol.

Iraqi baby is released from Atlanta hospital
ATLANTA - The Iraqi infant who underwent surgery for spinal birth defects was released from a hospital Friday to recover at an Atlanta-area home where her father and grandmother have been staying, hospital officials said.

Celebrating a King
The Rev. Raphael Warnock (seated from left), of Ebenezer Baptist Church; ex-Congressman J.C. Watts; Gov. Sonny Perdue; Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor; President Pro Tem Eric Johnson; Speaker of the House Glenn Richardson; and Chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus Rep. Stan Watson listen to Xernona Clayton speak during the King Holiday Tribute in Atlanta.

Celebrating a King
The Rev. Raphael Warnock (seated from left), of Ebenezer Baptist Church; ex-Congressman J.C. Watts; Gov. Sonny Perdue; Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor; President Pro Tem Eric Johnson; Speaker of the House Glenn Richardson; and Chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus Rep. Stan Watson listen to Xernona Clayton speak during the King Holiday Tribute in Atlanta.

Kid of the day

Augusta man killed in wreck
An Augusta man was killed Friday night in a two-vehicle car wreck near the Burke County line, officials said Saturday.

Colleges invoke King's dream in joint celebration
Courtney Gates wasn't even born when the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day was celebrated in 1986.

Across the area

St. Joseph offer is $75 million
A Florida hospital company is willing to pay $75 million to buy St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta, sale documents show.

Some critical of textbook choices made for schools

Across the region
PEACHTREE CITY, GA. - Police have arrested a pro golf shop manager for trying to have sex with a teenage girl.

News you can use

Holiday Events
King Parade: The Augusta branch of the NAACP will present the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade at 1 p.m., starting from Dyess Park Community Center, 902 James Brown Blvd. For more information, call 724-0390

Schools are over budget on gasoline
It's about halfway through the fiscal year, but Richmond County school officials have already exceeded their fuel budget because of high prices.

Mayor refuses to agree on deal
A consolidation, by definition, is meant to bring separate entities together.

Where we live

Seized items gather dust in offices

Treetop Masters
Matt Stockton clinched his third straight Masters on Friday, but Tiger Woods isn't worried.

Bill takes aim at utility road delays
ATLANTA - Private contractors aren't the only ones who will be held up to scrutiny this legislative session as lawmakers look for ways to try to keep road construction projects from languishing past deadlines.

Schools are over budget on gasoline
It's about halfway through the fiscal year, but Richmond County school officials have already exceeded their fuel budget because of high prices.

Colleges invoke King's dream in joint celebration
Courtney Gates wasn't even born when the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day was celebrated in 1986.

Measures' ugly pasts add to Capitol tension

Police find meth lab at home
A south Augusta couple were charged with making methamphetamine after sheriff's investigators found a manufacturing lab on their property, police said Friday.

Area closings

Tour's new order has its winners and losers
Robert Allen Zimmerman - aka Bob Dylan - certainly doesn't share the same appreciation for golf that Vincent Damon Furnier - aka Alice Cooper - does.

Rookie jitters are long gone for Redskin
It was a harrowing moment for a rookie cornerback, waiting to find out if you had let the entire season slip by you in the form of an opposing wide receiver.

Tour's new order has its winners and losers
Robert Allen Zimmerman - aka Bob Dylan - certainly doesn't share the same appreciation for golf that Vincent Damon Furnier - aka Alice Cooper - does.

Rookie jitters are long gone for Redskin
It was a harrowing moment for a rookie cornerback, waiting to find out if you had let the entire season slip by you in the form of an opposing wide receiver.

At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:

At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:

At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films

Beach Boys file lawsuit in dispute over memorabilia
LOS ANGELES - The Beach Boys are seeking millions in damages from two California men, claiming they stole a trove of photos, recordings and other band memorabilia from a warehouse with the intent to put the items up for auction.

Beach Boys file lawsuit in dispute over memorabilia

Friends, fans pay respects to singer Lou Rawls

Friends, fans pay respects to singer Lou Rawls
LOS ANGELES - Micky Ferreira was a friend of Lou Rawls for 35 years. Joan Browne knew him only as a fan, but both turned out Thursday to pay respects to the man they agreed had one of the finest voices this side of heaven.

Beach Boys file lawsuit in dispute over memorabilia
LOS ANGELES - The Beach Boys are seeking millions in damages from two California men, claiming they stole a trove of photos, recordings and other band memorabilia from a warehouse with the intent to put the items up for auction.

Friends, fans pay respects to singer Lou Rawls
LOS ANGELES - Micky Ferreira was a friend of Lou Rawls for 35 years. Joan Browne knew him only as a fan, but both turned out Thursday to pay respects to the man they agreed had one of the finest voices this side of heaven.

Brown wins 1,000th
NEW YORK - Larry Brown became the fourth coach in league history to win 1,000 games as the New York Knicks beat the Atlanta Hawks, 105-94 on Friday night for their sixth consecutive victory.

Brown wins 1,000th
NEW YORK - Larry Brown became the fourth coach in league history to win 1,000 games as the New York Knicks beat the Atlanta Hawks, 105-94 on Friday night for their sixth consecutive victory.

Brown wins 1,000th

Knights work overtime to obtain region victory
LANGLEY - The difference one season can make can be seen in Aiken Tech's on-court maturity.

Knights work overtime to obtain region victory
LANGLEY - The difference one season can make can be seen in Aiken Tech's on-court maturity.

Seattle marches on without Alexander

Champ Bailey knocks off defending champs

New England is chasing history

Wealth of talent complicates first pick for Houston

Super Bowl Champions Capsules

Mr. John W. Clark    (EVANS, Ga.)

Mrs. Wanda Putnam    (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)

Mr. Clifford A. Moseley    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. James W. Murray    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Ernest Moore, Sr.    (Philadelphia, Pa.)

Mr. Horace Oglesby    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Bessie Bailey    (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mr. James W. Orvin    (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mr. Leighton Vaughn, Sr.    (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)

Mrs. Juanita Parker    (ROCKY FORD, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph E. Ridlehoover    (PLUM BRANCH, S.C.)

Mrs. Hilda R. Pownell    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mrs. Ruby E. Martin    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Catherine Price    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Minnie L. Bates    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Billy R. Purdue    (THOMSON, Ga.)

Mr. Stanley Thomas Ciezkowski    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Wanda Putnam    (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)

Mr. Royce Edward Cason    (PRATTVILLE, Ala.)

Mrs. Martha L. Sanders    (HARLEM, Ga.)

Bryce Matthew Smith    (WRENS, Ga.)

Mrs. Marion Savage    (GAINESVILLE, Ga.)

Mrs. Lynn Kaney    (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)

Mrs. Sandra Searles    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Page R. Prater    (THOMSON, Ga.)

Bryce Matthew Smith    (WRENS, Ga.)

Mr. Julian Miller, Jr.    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Jimmie Starlings, Sr.    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Royce Edward Cason    (PRATTVILLE, Ala.)

Mr. Willie Stephens, Jr.    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Eugene Brunson    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Mary L. Sullivan    (EVANS, Ga.)

Mrs. Judy B. Boshears    (SIMONS ISLAND, Ga.)

Mr. Stanley Thomas Ciezkowski    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Susie Knight    (TENNILLE, Ga.)

Mr. James H. Tucker    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Bryce Matthew Smith    (WRENS, Ga.)

Mr. Leighton Vaughn, Sr.    (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)

Mr. Marion E. James    (MATTHEWS, Ga.)

Mrs. Margaret "Betty" Easter    (LPN AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Edward Burns    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Elmore M. Attaway    (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)

Mr. Willie Stephens, Jr.    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Minnie L. Bates    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Marion Savage    (GAINESVILLE, Ga.)

Mr. Elmore M. Attaway    (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)

Mrs. Catherine Price    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Minnie L. Bates    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Bryce Matthew Smith    (WRENS, Ga.)

Mr. James E. Bonner    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Wanda Putnam    (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)

Mrs. Judy B. Boshears    (SIMONS ISLAND, Ga.)

Mr. Owen T. Norris, Sr.    (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)

Mrs. Merle Burrell    (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)

Mrs. Leta Miller    (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)

Mr. J.W. Clark    (EVANS, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph G. Melton    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Margaret "Betty" Easter    (LPN AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Marion E. James    (MATTHEWS, Ga.)

Mr. Benjamin D. Johnson    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Frank Edward Key, Jr.    (GROVETOWN, Ga.)

Mrs. Margaret Jones    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Edward Burns    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Lynn Kaney    (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)

Mrs. Judy B. Boshears    (SIMONS ISLAND, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph G. Melton    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Bessie Bailey    (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mrs. Leta Miller    (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)

Mrs. Minnie L. Bates    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Rev. W.H. McCain    (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mr. William C. York    (MARTINEZ, Ga.)

Mrs. Karen McGraw    (HARLEM, Ga.)

Mr. Cornelious Tutt, Jr.    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Page R. Prater    (THOMSON, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph E. Ridlehoover    (PLUM BRANCH, S.C.)

Mr. Ernest Moore, Sr.    (Philadelphia, Pa.)

Mrs. Wanda Putnam    (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)

Mrs. Leta Miller    (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph E. Ridlehoover    (PLUM BRANCH, S.C.)

Mr. Owen T. Norris, Sr.    (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)

Mrs. Margaret "Betty" Easter    (LPN AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Julian Miller, Jr.    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Benjamin D. Johnson    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Ruby E. Martin    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Merle Burrell    (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)

Mr. Frank Edward Key, Jr.    (GROVETOWN, Ga.)

Mr. J.W. Clark    (EVANS, Ga.)

Mr. John W. Clark    (EVANS, Ga.)

Mrs. Susie Knight    (TENNILLE, Ga.)

Mr. Eugene Brunson    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. James H. Tucker    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Charlotte LeVert    (DECATUR, Ga.)

Mr. Stanley Thomas Ciezkowski    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Mary L. Sullivan    (EVANS, Ga.)

Mr. James H. Tucker    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Jimmie Starlings, Sr.    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mrs. Juanita Parker    (ROCKY FORD, Ga.)

Mrs. Sandra Searles    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. James W. Orvin    (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mrs. Martha L. Sanders    (HARLEM, Ga.)

Mr. James W. Murray    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Billy R. Purdue    (THOMSON, Ga.)

Mrs. Leta Miller    (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)

Mrs. Hilda R. Pownell    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mrs. Karen McGraw    (HARLEM, Ga.)

Mrs. Judy B. Boshears    (SIMONS ISLAND, Ga.)

Mr. Horace Oglesby    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Charlotte LeVert    (DECATUR, Ga.)

Mr. Clifford A. Moseley    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. William C. York    (MARTINEZ, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph G. Melton    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Elizabeth L. Wilson    (LAUDERDALE, Fla.)

Rev. W.H. McCain    (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mr. Cornelious Tutt, Jr.    (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Stanley Thomas Ciezkowski    (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Elizabeth L. Wilson    (LAUDERDALE, Fla.)

Mr. William C. York (MARTINEZ, Ga.)

Mr. Marion E. James (MATTHEWS, Ga.)

Mr. Royce Edward Cason (PRATTVILLE, Ala.)

Mr. James W. Orvin (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mrs. Minnie L. Bates (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Sandra Searles (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Mary L. Sullivan (EVANS, Ga.)

Mrs. Margaret "Betty" Easter (LPN AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Cornelious Tutt, Jr. (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Ralph G. Melton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Page R. Prater (THOMSON, Ga.)

Mr. Stanley Thomas Ciezkowski (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Benjamin D. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Horace Oglesby (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Leighton Vaughn, Sr. (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)

Bryce Matthew Smith (WRENS, Ga.)

Mrs. Leta Miller (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)

Mrs. Judy B. Boshears (SIMONS ISLAND, Ga.)

Mr. James W. Murray (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Eugene Brunson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph E. Ridlehoover (PLUM BRANCH, S.C.)

Mrs. Wanda Putnam (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)

Mr. Julian Miller, Jr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Stanley Thomas Ciezkowski (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Wanda Putnam (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)

Mrs. Catherine Price (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Judy B. Boshears (SIMONS ISLAND, Ga.)

Mr. Ernest Moore, Sr. (Philadelphia, Pa.)

Mrs. Marion Savage (GAINESVILLE, Ga.)

Mrs. Lynn Kaney (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)

Mr. Jimmie Starlings, Sr. (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mrs. Leta Miller (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)

Mrs. Bessie Bailey (TRENTON, S.C.)

Mr. Owen T. Norris, Sr. (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)

Mr. Billy R. Purdue (THOMSON, Ga.)

Mrs. Ruby E. Martin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Willie Stephens, Jr. (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Karen McGraw (HARLEM, Ga.)

Mr. James E. Bonner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Hilda R. Pownell (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mr. Frank Edward Key, Jr. (GROVETOWN, Ga.)

Mr. John W. Clark (EVANS, Ga.)

Mrs. Minnie L. Bates (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Juanita Parker (ROCKY FORD, Ga.)

Rev. W.H. McCain (TRENTON, S.C.)

Bryce Matthew Smith (WRENS, Ga.)

Mrs. Charlotte LeVert (DECATUR, Ga.)

Mr. Clifford A. Moseley (AIKEN, S.C.)

Mrs. Susie Knight (TENNILLE, Ga.)

Mrs. Margaret Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Martha L. Sanders (HARLEM, Ga.)

Mrs. Merle Burrell (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)

Mr. J.W. Clark (EVANS, Ga.)

Mr. Edward Burns (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mr. Ralph G. Melton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Mrs. Elizabeth L. Wilson (LAUDERDALE, Fla.)

Mr. Elmore M. Attaway (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)

Mr. James H. Tucker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)

Soldiers, surveillance are in Olympic security plan

Winter Games hailed as 'green' games
BRUSSELS, Belgium - The Turin Olympics were hailed by the European Union on Thursday as the first truly environment-friendly major sports event in Europe.

Kwan's petition stirs up some serious debate
ST. LOUIS - Even without competing, Michelle Kwan is dominating the national championships.

Kwan's petition stirs up some serious debate

Kwan's petition stirs up some serious debate
ST. LOUIS - Even without competing, Michelle Kwan is dominating the national championships.

Winter Games hailed as 'green' games

Winter Games hailed as 'green' games
BRUSSELS, Belgium - The Turin Olympics were hailed by the European Union on Thursday as the first truly environment-friendly major sports event in Europe.

Soldiers, surveillance are in Olympic security plan
TURIN, Italy - Paramilitary police in battle fatigues patrol narrow mountain roads and guard entrances to venues in Turin and in the nearby Alps. Out of sight, intelligence experts keep tabs on possible terrorists and other potential troublemakers.

Soldiers, surveillance are in Olympic security plan
TURIN, Italy - Paramilitary police in battle fatigues patrol narrow mountain roads and guard entrances to venues in Turin and in the nearby Alps. Out of sight, intelligence experts keep tabs on possible terrorists and other potential troublemakers.

Overtime

Area teams come up short in duals event

Rants and raves

Overtime

Overtime
In Tulsa, Okla., reigning NASCAR Nextel Cup champion Tony Stewart injured his right arm after he flipped his car during a qualifying race for the Chili Bowl Midget Nationals.

Overtime
In Tulsa, Okla., reigning NASCAR Nextel Cup champion Tony Stewart injured his right arm after he flipped his car during a qualifying race for the Chili Bowl Midget Nationals.

Overtime
In Sydney, Australia, Justine Henin-Hardenne overcame deficits in the last two sets to rally for a 4-6, 7-5, 7-5 win Friday over Francesca Schiavone in the final of the Sydney International.

Overtime
In Sydney, Australia, Justine Henin-Hardenne overcame deficits in the last two sets to rally for a 4-6, 7-5, 7-5 win Friday over Francesca Schiavone in the final of the Sydney International.

Area teams come up short in duals event
A full day of wrestling at Lakeside High School on Saturday saw three local schools fall in the Area 2-AAAA Duals Tournament.

Rants and raves
THIS IS TO UGA football fans. You do not have to defend Georgia's record to anyone. The person, who has written, all year, about Georgia being overrated, is full of jealous rage. I'll bet Vanderbilt and Wake Forest would like for someone to say that their football programs are overrated.

Rants and raves
THIS IS TO UGA football fans. You do not have to defend Georgia's record to anyone. The person, who has written, all year, about Georgia being overrated, is full of jealous rage. I'll bet Vanderbilt and Wake Forest would like for someone to say that their football programs are overrated.

Area teams come up short in duals event
A full day of wrestling at Lakeside High School on Saturday saw three local schools fall in the Area 2-AAAA Duals Tournament.

Rants and raves
THIS IS TO UGA football fans. You do not have to defend Georgia's record to anyone. The person, who has written, all year, about Georgia being overrated, is full of jealous rage. I'll bet Vanderbilt and Wake Forest would like for someone to say that their football programs are overrated.

Bass master
Nine-year-old Jon Townsend, of Evans,caught this 26-pound striped basswith his father at Thurmond Lake.

Bass master
Nine-year-old Jon Townsend, of Evans,caught this 26-pound striped basswith his father at Thurmond Lake.

Calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.

Calendar

Calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.

Bass master

'Stumpy' questions are finally answered
For 20 years, the mammoth, three-legged gator living in a fenced pond behind Savannah River Ecology Lab has encouraged countless guesses as to its length, girth and weight.

'Stumpy' questions are finally answered
For 20 years, the mammoth, three-legged gator living in a fenced pond behind Savannah River Ecology Lab has encouraged countless guesses as to its length, girth and weight.

Bulldogs net road victory for coach
When rival Thomson comes to town, the Harlem Bulldogs need no further motivation to play.

Welcher ends game with dramatic shot
Hephzibah's undoing wore a yellow headband and played point guard Friday night .

Welcher ends game with dramatic shot
Hephzibah's undoing wore a yellow headband and played point guard Friday night .

Retro uniforms net Eagles win
Josey went old school Saturday night at Glenn Hills. They wore the same golden and lime-green jerseys that had not been worn since the 1995 state finals against Westside.

Bulldogs net road victory for coach
When rival Thomson comes to town, the Harlem Bulldogs need no further motivation to play.

Retro uniforms net Eagles win
Josey went old school Saturday night at Glenn Hills. They wore the same golden and lime-green jerseys that had not been worn since the 1995 state finals against Westside.

Seattle marches on without Alexander
SEATTLE - Minus their NFL MVP, the Seattle Seahawks still found a way to finally win a playoff game.

Super Bowl Champions Capsules
1973 Super Bowl VII: Miami (17-0) - The Dolphins became - and remain - the only undefeated team in NFL history. The two-headed monster of Larry Csonka and Mercury Morris combined for more 2,100 rushing yards and 18 TDs. Former Georgia standout Jake Scott recorded two interceptions and was named Super Bowl MVP in the 14-7 win over Washington.

Super Bowl Champions Capsules
1973 Super Bowl VII: Miami (17-0) - The Dolphins became - and remain - the only undefeated team in NFL history. The two-headed monster of Larry Csonka and Mercury Morris combined for more 2,100 rushing yards and 18 TDs. Former Georgia standout Jake Scott recorded two interceptions and was named Super Bowl MVP in the 14-7 win over Washington.

Wealth of talent complicates first pick for Houston
When Houston lost to San Francisco in its final regular-season game to "earn" the No. 1 draft pick, the assumption was the Texans would take Reggie Bush, the once-in-a-generation running back.

Seattle marches on without Alexander
SEATTLE - Minus their NFL MVP, the Seattle Seahawks still found a way to finally win a playoff game.

New England is chasing history
DENVER - Denver's quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl title was over almost as soon as it began.

Champ Bailey knocks off defending champs
Huffing, puffing, sprinting down the sideline, Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey made the interception that put an end to Denver's years of playoff misery and finished off New England's dominating dynasty.

New England is chasing history
DENVER - Denver's quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl title was over almost as soon as it began.

Wealth of talent complicates first pick for Houston
When Houston lost to San Francisco in its final regular-season game to "earn" the No. 1 draft pick, the assumption was the Texans would take Reggie Bush, the once-in-a-generation running back.

Champ Bailey knocks off defending champs
Huffing, puffing, sprinting down the sideline, Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey made the interception that put an end to Denver's years of playoff misery and finished off New England's dominating dynasty.

Women's seminar to stress diversity
The annual women's seminar at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church will use a wide-angle lens this year to look at God's ways in the world.

Faith digest
Chad crew's amazing magic show will hold a benefit and food drive for golden harvest at 8 tonight at the American Legion Post 192, 1 Legion Drive in Evans.

A federal judge seeks to define 'creationism'
The definition of "creationism" has become cloudier with a federal judge's decision last Dec. 20 that barred mention of "intelligent design" theory when schools treat evolution - a ruling that's likely to affect disputes in Georgia, Kansas, Ohio and elsewhere.

Tabernacle's preacher joins Hallmark show
Grammy Award winner Naomi Judd was at home on the set of her Hallmark Channel inspirational program, Naomi's New Morning. She began to introduce her guests, a female rabbi of Asian descent and Otis Moss III, the "handsome pastor" at Tabernacle Baptist Church of Augusta.

Corps volunteers provide comfort, spiritual support to families
A call came in the middle of the night for Judy Gill. On the other end was the hospital.

Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.

Faith digest
Chad crew's amazing magic show will hold a benefit and food drive for golden harvest at 8 tonight at the American Legion Post 192, 1 Legion Drive in Evans.

Corps volunteers provide comfort, spiritual support to families
A call came in the middle of the night for Judy Gill. On the other end was the hospital.

Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.

A federal judge seeks to define 'creationism'
The definition of "creationism" has become cloudier with a federal judge's decision last Dec. 20 that barred mention of "intelligent design" theory when schools treat evolution - a ruling that's likely to affect disputes in Georgia, Kansas, Ohio and elsewhere.

Women's seminar to stress diversity
The annual women's seminar at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church will use a wide-angle lens this year to look at God's ways in the world.

Tabernacle's preacher joins Hallmark show
Grammy Award winner Naomi Judd was at home on the set of her Hallmark Channel inspirational program, Naomi's New Morning. She began to introduce her guests, a female rabbi of Asian descent and Otis Moss III, the "handsome pastor" at Tabernacle Baptist Church of Augusta.

'Stumpy' questions are finally answered

Rookie jitters are long gone for Redskin

Tour's new order has its winners and losers

Alicia Keys forms TV, movie production company
LOS ANGELES - After conquering the world of music, Alicia Keys is expanding into movie and television production.

Crime shows lead jurors to great expectations
LOS ANGELES - Reality TV they are not, but two hit shows are so convincing as imitations of life in the criminal justice system that some legal experts worry they're distorting the expectations of real jurors.

Who's the real 'American Idol'? Ryan Seacrest
LOS ANGELES - By his own admission, "American Idol" talent-show host Ryan Seacrest can't act. He has yet to demonstrate any dancing or singing chops and is routinely bested by judge Simon Cowell in the wit department.

Crime shows lead jurors to great expectations
LOS ANGELES - Reality TV they are not, but two hit shows are so convincing as imitations of life in the criminal justice system that some legal experts worry they're distorting the expectations of real jurors.

'Lost' actress tells court she's sorry
KANEOHE, Hawaii - Cynthia Watros, who plays Libby on ABC's hit series "Lost," pleaded guilty to drunken driving Thursday. She was fined $370 and had her driver's license suspended for 90 days.

Alicia Keys forms TV, movie production company
LOS ANGELES - After conquering the world of music, Alicia Keys is expanding into movie and television production.

Who's the real 'American Idol'? Ryan Seacrest

Who's the real 'American Idol'? Ryan Seacrest
LOS ANGELES - By his own admission, "American Idol" talent-show host Ryan Seacrest can't act. He has yet to demonstrate any dancing or singing chops and is routinely bested by judge Simon Cowell in the wit department.

Crime shows lead jurors to great expectations

'Lost' actress tells court she's sorry
KANEOHE, Hawaii - Cynthia Watros, who plays Libby on ABC's hit series "Lost," pleaded guilty to drunken driving Thursday. She was fined $370 and had her driver's license suspended for 90 days.

'Lost' actress tells court she's sorry

TV Lookout: highlights for the week
"Lincoln" interweaves a full life with the dwindling hours of April 14, 1865 - Abraham Lincoln's last full day on Earth.

TV Lookout: highlights for the week

Jack's back for a fifth perilous season of 24
LOS ANGELES - Jack Bauer has been through hell and it's starting to show.

Alicia Keys forms TV, movie production company

Jack's back for a fifth perilous season of 24
LOS ANGELES - Jack Bauer has been through hell and it's starting to show.

Jack's back for a fifth perilous season of 24
LOS ANGELES - Jack Bauer has been through hell and it's starting to show.

TV Lookout: highlights for the week
"Lincoln" interweaves a full life with the dwindling hours of April 14, 1865 - Abraham Lincoln's last full day on Earth.

Pamela Anderson takes aim at Colonel Sanders

People in the News

'Baywatch' actor David Hasselhoff files for divorce

Dogs end their road woes
COLUMBIA - Levi Stukes lay at midcourt as his teammates streamed off the Georgia bench and collapsed on top of him.

Dogs end their road woes

Dogs end their road woes
COLUMBIA - Levi Stukes lay at midcourt as his teammates streamed off the Georgia bench and collapsed on top of him.

Crime-prevention tips offered

Area adult literacy sites

Volunteers can help with outdoor projects

Meetings

Pet of the week

Recreation events

Course will trace economic, social development of Aiken

Around the block

Player has fallback plan if her goals on court fail

Test results prove reading club's value

Library events

Events

Copy of Vietnam War memorial to be featured at Aiken ceremony

Ronald McDonald scholarships go to those in need

CSRA Bridge results

Cast revels in the zaniness of characters in 'Foreigner'

This week

Recycling

Tabernacle's preacher joins Hallmark show

Faith calendar

Women's seminar to stress diversity

A federal judge seeks to define 'creationism'

Corps volunteers provide comfort, spiritual support to families

Faith digest