Pupils learn African drums at Millbrook
The Millbrook Elementary School pupils listened attentively as Joey Shokes talked about Guinea, a nation on the west coast of Africa.
Recreation
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
Sheriff's office to train reserve deputies
Aiken County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for its reserve deputy program.
Equestrian star's dream started with a stick horse
Melanie Carraway is only a freshman at Greenbrier High School, but her experience in local horse shows has given the 15-year-old statewide recognition.
Around the block
Auditions for On Golden Pond will be held at 3 p.m. today and 7 p.m. Monday at the Aiken Community Playhouse in the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St. Openings are for two males 30-50, one female 30-50 and one male 12-16. Call 648-1438.
Around the block
Auditions for On Golden Pond will be held at 3 p.m. today and 7 p.m. Monday at the Aiken Community Playhouse in the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St. Openings are for two males 30-50, one female 30-50 and one male 12-16. Call 648-1438.
Parks department wins state award for summer camp
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department has won the Innovative County Program of the Year Award for 2005 from for its summer Coca-Cola Kids Camp.
Recreation
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
CSRA Bridge Results
CSRA Bridge Results for Jan. 9-15.
This Week
The Foreigner: 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday and Feb. 3-4 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29; Aiken Community Playhouse, Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 124 Newberry St.; $17 adults, $15 seniors, $12 students and $6 children 12 and younger; reservations recommended; 648-1438
This Week
The Foreigner: 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday and Feb. 3-4 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29; Aiken Community Playhouse, Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 124 Newberry St.; $17 adults, $15 seniors, $12 students and $6 children 12 and younger; reservations recommended; 648-1438
Adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of area adult literacy sites:
North Augusta boxer to make second trip to national event
Having gained some boxing experience, Nigee King is looking forward to fighting on a bigger stage.
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Jan. 6-12. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
Pupils learn African drums at Millbrook
The Millbrook Elementary School pupils listened attentively as Joey Shokes talked about Guinea, a nation on the west coast of Africa.
Around the block
Auditions for On Golden Pond will be held at 3 p.m. today and 7 p.m. Monday at the Aiken Community Playhouse in the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St. Openings are for two males 30-50, one female 30-50 and one male 12-16. Call 648-1438.
NBC wardrobe worker's roots are in Storyland
Nancy Feldman raised a few eyebrows while checking in for a recent flight from New York to Augusta.
Pet of the week
Koby, an 8-month-old Doberman pinscher mix, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Forum to explore ways to improve education
The first districtwide School Improvement Council forum in five years is being held to build community support for education, organizers said.
NBC wardrobe worker's roots are in Storyland
Nancy Feldman raised a few eyebrows while checking in for a recent flight from New York to Augusta.
Adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of area adult literacy sites:
Sheriff's office to train reserve deputies
Aiken County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for its reserve deputy program.
Around the block
HEALTH LECTURE SERIES: 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday; 170 University Hall, Augusta State University, 2500 Walton Way; Walter F. Kuhn will present programs about health and medicine; free; 737-1609
Forum to explore ways to improve education
The first districtwide School Improvement Council forum in five years is being held to build community support for education, organizers said.
Equestrian star's dream started with a stick horse
Melanie Carraway is only a freshman at Greenbrier High School, but her experience in local horse shows has given the 15-year-old statewide recognition.
CSRA Bridge Results
CSRA Bridge Results for Jan. 9-15.
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Jan. 6-12. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
North Augusta boxer to make second trip to national event
Having gained some boxing experience, Nigee King is looking forward to fighting on a bigger stage.
Parks department wins state award for summer camp
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department has won the Innovative County Program of the Year Award for 2005 from for its summer Coca-Cola Kids Camp.
Pet of the week
Koby, an 8-month-old Doberman pinscher mix, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Sequel to 'Peter Pan' classic to be published this year
'Fortissimo' takes look at young opera talent
Everyone's a winner at Southern Fried event
Here's a success worthy of celebration.
'New Woman' could be old or new friend to reader
Crime is 'in the air' in new mystery fiction
Crime is definitely "in the "air" in Stephen King's new thriller.
Crime is 'in the air' in new mystery fiction
'New Woman' could be old or new friend to reader
At 87, Agatha McGee can get away with brutal honesty. After a lifetime of teaching young people in fictional Staggerford, Minn., Agatha has become the town's moral center, the woman who knows what is right, what is wrong. It allows her to say whatever she pleases.
Sequel to 'Peter Pan' classic to be published this year
LONDON - Geraldine McCaughrean's sequel to the "Peter Pan" classic will be published this fall, but the only information available about it now is its title - "Peter Pan in Scarlet."
'Fortissimo' takes look at young opera talent
William Murray, the author of Fortissimo: Backstage at the Opera With Sacred Monsters and Young Singers, attended the Lyric Opera of Chicago several times during the 2003-04 season to observe an opera company's young artists' program.
'Fortissimo' takes look at young opera talent
William Murray, the author of Fortissimo: Backstage at the Opera With Sacred Monsters and Young Singers, attended the Lyric Opera of Chicago several times during the 2003-04 season to observe an opera company's young artists' program.
Crime is 'in the air' in new mystery fiction
Crime is definitely "in the "air" in Stephen King's new thriller.
'New Woman' could be old or new friend to reader
At 87, Agatha McGee can get away with brutal honesty. After a lifetime of teaching young people in fictional Staggerford, Minn., Agatha has become the town's moral center, the woman who knows what is right, what is wrong. It allows her to say whatever she pleases.
Everyone's a winner at Southern Fried event
Everyone's a winner at Southern Fried event
Here's a success worthy of celebration.
Sequel to 'Peter Pan' classic to be published this year
LONDON - Geraldine McCaughrean's sequel to the "Peter Pan" classic will be published this fall, but the only information available about it now is its title - "Peter Pan in Scarlet."
Crime is 'in the air' in new mystery fiction
Crime is definitely "in the "air" in Stephen King's new thriller.
Cuba will be included in Classic
NEW YORK - Cuba will be allowed to play in the World Baseball Classic, after all.
Cuba will be included in Classic
Cuba will be included in Classic
NEW YORK - Cuba will be allowed to play in the World Baseball Classic, after all.
Cuba will be included in Classic
NEW YORK - Cuba will be allowed to play in the World Baseball Classic, after all.
New Reds owner alters front office
New Reds owner alters front office
CINCINNATI - The new owner of the Cincinnati Reds already is moving in and moving things around.
New Reds owner alters front office
CINCINNATI - The new owner of the Cincinnati Reds already is moving in and moving things around.
New Reds owner alters front office
CINCINNATI - The new owner of the Cincinnati Reds already is moving in and moving things around.
Alexia Kapri McKeigan
Alexia Kapri McKeigan
Shane Weston Warren
Shane Weston Warren
Brayden Scott VanHorn
Brayden Scott VanHorn
Bryson Keith Williams
Bryson Keith Williams
Owen Fredrick Blattel
Owen Fredrick Blattel
Alexia Kapri McKeigan
Alexia Kapri McKeigan
Bryson Keith Williams
Bryson Keith Williams
Emma Adele Milburn
Emma Adele Milburn
Timothy Adam Hartley
Timothy Adam Hartley
Maddox James Hetu
Maddox James Hetu
Marlaisah Nevaeh Denise Ware
Marlaisah Nevaeh Denise Ware
Graci Jane Young
Graci Jane Young
Hailey Elizabeth Gaul
Hailey Elizabeth Gaul
Olivia Rae Lyons
Olivia Rae Lyons
Owen Fredrick Blattel
Owen Fredrick Blattel
Marlaisah Nevaeh Denise Ware
Marlaisah Nevaeh Denise Ware
Joseph Guy Powell
Joseph Guy Powell
Shane Weston Warren
Shane Weston Warren
Hailey Elizabeth Gaul
Hailey Elizabeth Gaul
Brayden Scott VanHorn
Brayden Scott VanHorn
Emma Adele Milburn
Emma Adele Milburn
Timothy Adam Hartley
Timothy Adam Hartley
Maddox James Hetu
Maddox James Hetu
Graci Jane Young
Graci Jane Young
Olivia Rae Lyons
Olivia Rae Lyons
Joseph Guy Powell
Joseph Guy Powell
Smoltz is confident arm will be ready
Smoltz is confident arm will be ready
ATLANTA - John Smoltz says he is "ecstatic" about the way his arm feels after the first two weeks of his off-season throwing program.
Smoltz is confident arm will be ready
ATLANTA - John Smoltz says he is "ecstatic" about the way his arm feels after the first two weeks of his off-season throwing program.
Smoltz is confident arm will be ready
ATLANTA - John Smoltz says he is "ecstatic" about the way his arm feels after the first two weeks of his off-season throwing program.
Thieves strip homes as metal prices soar
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - Real estate broker Cyle Young got a shock when he drove by a house he bought two days earlier.
Thieves strip homes as metal prices soar
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - Real estate broker Cyle Young got a shock when he drove by a house he bought two days earlier.
Businesses fight employee theft
Melissa Barajas trusted all her employees. Then money went missing.
Thieves strip homes as metal prices soar
On the move
Sabrina Troup has been promoted to office manager of Mitchell Medical Billing Services Inc. Mrs. Troup, who has more than 18 years of medical industry experience, will be responsible for overseeing enrollment and billing procedures and planning off-site seminars.
Fiery, hot and independent
Sub sandwich aficionados, prepare to get fired up.
Dow tumbles 213 points; Nasdaq falls 54
NEW YORK - Lackluster earnings reports from Dow Jones industrials General Electric Co. and Citigroup Inc. sent stocks plunging Friday, giving the Dow its biggest single-day percentage decline since April.
On the move
Sabrina Troup has been promoted to office manager of Mitchell Medical Billing Services Inc. Mrs. Troup, who has more than 18 years of medical industry experience, will be responsible for overseeing enrollment and billing procedures and planning off-site seminars.
Businesses fight employee theft
Index drops by 213 points
NEW YORK - Lackluster earnings reports from Dow Jones industrials General Electric Co. and Citigroup Inc. sent stocks plunging Friday, giving the Dow its biggest single-day percentage drop in nine months. The major indexes each lost more than 2 percent this week.
Index drops by 213 points
NEW YORK - Lackluster earnings reports from Dow Jones industrials General Electric Co. and Citigroup Inc. sent stocks plunging Friday, giving the Dow its biggest single-day percentage drop in nine months. The major indexes each lost more than 2 percent this week.
Biz bites
Hunting a bargain-minded weekend getaway? Travel Web site hotwire.com evaluated 50 U.S. markets with a view toward value.
Fiery, hot and independent
Sub sandwich aficionados, prepare to get fired up.
Property transfers
Here are Richmond County property transfers for Jan. 4-5. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
Index drops by 213 points
NEW YORK - Lackluster earnings reports from Dow Jones industrials General Electric Co. and Citigroup Inc. sent stocks plunging Friday, giving the Dow its biggest single-day percentage drop in nine months. The major indexes each lost more than 2 percent this week.
Business calendar
This week
Fiery, hot and independent
Sub sandwich aficionados, prepare to get fired up.
Business licenses
The following is a list of business licenses from Richmond County for the month of December:
Business licenses
The following is a list of business licenses from Richmond County for the month of December:
Business calendar
This week
Businesses fight employee theft
Melissa Barajas trusted all her employees. Then money went missing.
Biz bites
Hunting a bargain-minded weekend getaway? Travel Web site hotwire.com evaluated 50 U.S. markets with a view toward value.
Property transfers
Here are Richmond County property transfers for Jan. 4-5. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
Thieves strip homes as metal prices soar
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - Real estate broker Cyle Young got a shock when he drove by a house he bought two days earlier.
Editorial cartoon
Editorial cartoon for Sunday, January 22, 2006.
Editorial cartoon
Editorial cartoon for Sunday, January 22, 2006.
Curses, they're meeting in the john
Curses, they're meeting in the john
It was dj vu all over again at last week's Augusta Commission meeting - almost. Some things did get done. The mayor and mayor pro tem made standing committee assignments after Commissioner Johnny Hatney and company dressed down City Attorney Stephen Shepard before God and everybody.
Curses, they're meeting in the john
It was dj vu all over again at last week's Augusta Commission meeting - almost. Some things did get done. The mayor and mayor pro tem made standing committee assignments after Commissioner Johnny Hatney and company dressed down City Attorney Stephen Shepard before God and everybody.
Clemson is seeking answers
It took several tape rewinds of Clemson's loss to Miami for Tiger coach Oliver Purnell not to feel as bad as he did on the sidelines Wednesday night.
Clemson is seeking answers
It took several tape rewinds of Clemson's loss to Miami for Tiger coach Oliver Purnell not to feel as bad as he did on the sidelines Wednesday night.
Clemson is seeking answers
It took several tape rewinds of Clemson's loss to Miami for Tiger coach Oliver Purnell not to feel as bad as he did on the sidelines Wednesday night.
Kentucky faithful search for truth
Lions get defensive late for SIAC win
Current win streak has Benedict in good shape
Making room for a big footprint
The Medical College of Georgia isn't going anywhere. But it would be unbridled folly for Augusta to act like it. And perhaps we are.
The BRAC war continues
Fort Gordon is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year because it escaped the Base Realignment and Closure list last year.
The real message
Sadly, Osama bin Laden is still alive. Having not been heard from in over a year, there was some hope that the al-Qaida chieftain was dead. Not so.
Making room for a big footprint
The Medical College of Georgia isn't going anywhere. But it would be unbridled folly for Augusta to act like it. And perhaps we are.
The BRAC war continues
Fort Gordon is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year because it escaped the Base Realignment and Closure list last year.
The real message
Sadly, Osama bin Laden is still alive. Having not been heard from in over a year, there was some hope that the al-Qaida chieftain was dead. Not so.
Know your enemy
The pleas from kidnapped journalist Jill Carroll's parents were heartfelt.
The real message
Sadly, Osama bin Laden is still alive. Having not been heard from in over a year, there was some hope that the al-Qaida chieftain was dead. Not so.
Making room for a big footprint
Know your enemy
The pleas from kidnapped journalist Jill Carroll's parents were heartfelt.
Know your enemy
The pleas from kidnapped journalist Jill Carroll's parents were heartfelt.
Actor Anthony Franciosa dies in L.A. at 77
LOS ANGELES - Anthony Franciosa, whose strong portrayals of moody, troubled characters made him a Hollywood star in the 1950s and '60s but whose combative behavior on movie sets hampered his career, has died, his publicist said Friday. He was 77.
Singer Pete Doherty charged with drug possession
LONDON - British police have charged Pete Doherty, the sometime boyfriend of supermodel Kate Moss, with possession of heroin, crack cocaine, morphine and marijuana.
Lawyer: producers agreed to pay Hatch's taxes
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Richard Hatch's lawyer said Friday that the "Survivor" winner caught his fellow reality-show contestants cheating, and when he told producers about it they struck a deal: They would pay the taxes on the million-dollar prize if Hatch won.
Singer Pete Doherty charged with drug possession
LONDON - British police have charged Pete Doherty, the sometime boyfriend of supermodel Kate Moss, with possession of heroin, crack cocaine, morphine and marijuana.
Lawyer: producers agreed to pay Hatch's taxes
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Richard Hatch's lawyer said Friday that the "Survivor" winner caught his fellow reality-show contestants cheating, and when he told producers about it they struck a deal: They would pay the taxes on the million-dollar prize if Hatch won.
Lawyer: producers agreed to pay Hatch's taxes
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Richard Hatch's lawyer said Friday that the "Survivor" winner caught his fellow reality-show contestants cheating, and when he told producers about it they struck a deal: They would pay the taxes on the million-dollar prize if Hatch won.
People in the News
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Kristen Hall of the country music trio Sugarland is leaving the group to spend more time writing songs.
Actor Anthony Franciosa dies in L.A. at 77
LOS ANGELES - Anthony Franciosa, whose strong portrayals of moody, troubled characters made him a Hollywood star in the 1950s and '60s but whose combative behavior on movie sets hampered his career, has died, his publicist said Friday. He was 77.
People in the News
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Kristen Hall of the country music trio Sugarland is leaving the group to spend more time writing songs.
People in the News
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Kristen Hall of the country music trio Sugarland is leaving the group to spend more time writing songs.
Singer Pete Doherty charged with drug possession
LONDON - British police have charged Pete Doherty, the sometime boyfriend of supermodel Kate Moss, with possession of heroin, crack cocaine, morphine and marijuana.
Actor Anthony Franciosa dies in L.A. at 77
LOS ANGELES - Anthony Franciosa, whose strong portrayals of moody, troubled characters made him a Hollywood star in the 1950s and '60s but whose combative behavior on movie sets hampered his career, has died, his publicist said Friday. He was 77.
Japan halts U.S. beef imports due to fears of mad cow
TOKYO - Just 5½ weeks after lifting its ban on U.S. beef, Japan slammed the door shut again Friday, saying a recent shipment contained material it considered at risk for mad cow disease.
Japan halts U.S. beef imports due to fears of mad cow
TOKYO - Just 5½ weeks after lifting its ban on U.S. beef, Japan slammed the door shut again Friday, saying a recent shipment contained material it considered at risk for mad cow disease.
Japan halts U.S. beef imports due to fears of mad cow
TOKYO - Just 5½ weeks after lifting its ban on U.S. beef, Japan slammed the door shut again Friday, saying a recent shipment contained material it considered at risk for mad cow disease.
Japan halts U.S. beef imports due to fears of mad cow
Teen paid heed to wise words
Buddy Pate gave his grandson two words of advice Saturday night.
Aldridge holds off husband for title
Let the trash talking begin.
Teen paid heed to wise words
Buddy Pate gave his grandson two words of advice Saturday night.
Show was a short one for '05 champ
The comedy team
Rodeo clowns Cliff ''Hollywood'' Harris and his son Brinson ''Boogerhead'' Harris, 12, put on their makeup before performing during the bull riding competition at Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center.
Rough ride to reward
No one would've faulted Josh Reed for quitting bull riding a decade ago.
The comedy team
Rodeo clowns Cliff ''Hollywood'' Harris and his son Brinson ''Boogerhead'' Harris, 12, put on their makeup before performing during the bull riding competition at Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center.
Show was a short one for '05 champ
Michelle Hall's stay in the Augusta Futurity lasted less than 24 hours.
Rough ride to reward
No one would've faulted Josh Reed for quitting bull riding a decade ago.
Aldridge holds off husband for title
Let the trash talking begin.
Rider has strong horse, for now
The problem Randy Aldridge has with cutting horses is his wife, Nicole.
Show was a short one for '05 champ
Michelle Hall's stay in the Augusta Futurity lasted less than 24 hours.
The comedy team
Rodeo clowns Cliff ''Hollywood'' Harris and his son Brinson ''Boogerhead'' Harris, 12, put on their makeup before performing during the bull riding competition at Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center.
Rider has strong horse, for now
Rough ride to reward
No one would've faulted Josh Reed for quitting bull riding a decade ago.
Rider has strong horse, for now
The problem Randy Aldridge has with cutting horses is his wife, Nicole.
Rider has strong horse, for now
The problem Randy Aldridge has with cutting horses is his wife, Nicole.
Aldridge holds off husband for title
Davidson pounds Georgia Southern
DAVIDSON, N.C. - Eric Blancett scored 17 points to lead Davidson to a 83-58 win over Georgia Southern in the Southern Conference on Saturday.
Davidson pounds Georgia Southern
DAVIDSON, N.C. - Eric Blancett scored 17 points to lead Davidson to a 83-58 win over Georgia Southern in the Southern Conference on Saturday.
Tigers silence Yellow Jackets
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech's locker room is seldom quiet after a game.
Tigers silence Yellow Jackets
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech's locker room is seldom quiet after a game.
Davidson pounds Georgia Southern
Swedes tie for the lead after 65Schwartzel shoots 66 to lead Abu Dhabi Golf ChampionshipRodgers, Mouland share lead at Pakistan Open
SUN CITY, South Africa - Annika Sorenstam and teammate Liselotte Neumann had four birdies each Friday, and Sweden took a share of the lead at the Women's World Cup after the better-ball round.
Swedes tie for the lead after 65Schwartzel shoots 66 to lead Abu Dhabi Golf ChampionshipRodgers, Mouland share lead at Pakistan Open
SUN CITY, South Africa - Annika Sorenstam and teammate Liselotte Neumann had four birdies each Friday, and Sweden took a share of the lead at the Women's World Cup after the better-ball round.
Campbell still leads by four
PALM DESERT, Calif. - Chad Campbell kept chipping away at par Friday in the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, shooting 4-under-par 68 for a four-stroke lead after three rounds.
Campbell still leads by four
PALM DESERT, Calif. - Chad Campbell kept chipping away at par Friday in the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, shooting 4-under-par 68 for a four-stroke lead after three rounds.
Swedes tie for the lead after 65Schwartzel shoots 66 to lead Abu Dhabi Golf ChampionshipRodgers, Mouland share lead at Pakistan Open
SUN CITY, South Africa - Annika Sorenstam and teammate Liselotte Neumann had four birdies each Friday, and Sweden took a share of the lead at the Women's World Cup after the better-ball round.
Campbell still leads by four
PALM DESERT, Calif. - Chad Campbell kept chipping away at par Friday in the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, shooting 4-under-par 68 for a four-stroke lead after three rounds.
War Eagles star reverses course
War Eagles star reverses course
Ronnie Tyler's recruitment to the Atlantic Coast Conference had an interesting stop in the Southeastern Conference.
War Eagles star reverses course
Ronnie Tyler's recruitment to the Atlantic Coast Conference had an interesting stop in the Southeastern Conference.
Grahame shuts Thrashers down
ATLANTA - Once again, John Grahame and the Tampa Bay Lightning made the high-scoring Atlanta Thrashers look downright feeble.
Grahame shuts Thrashers down
ATLANTA - Once again, John Grahame and the Tampa Bay Lightning made the high-scoring Atlanta Thrashers look downright feeble.
Month has meaning after all
"Pale January lay in its cradle day by day Dead or living, hard to say."~Alfred Austin
Month has meaning after all
"Pale January lay in its cradle day by day Dead or living, hard to say."~Alfred Austin
Democrats need a new strategy
The working class had looked to the Democratic Party as the champion of workers' rights. It was the Democratic Party that led the charge for equal pay for equal work for minorities. In the early 1990s, the Republican Party devised a plan to label the Democrats as protectors of institutions the working class cannot in good conscience endorse. As a Christian Democrat, I still question my decision to vote John Kerry for president; however, I couldn't vote for deliberate liars.
Roy Ellis, Augusta
Action on Iran must come soon
When tiny Israel (smaller than New Jersey) speaks, the world listens - intently. Rightly so, as the Israeli government has little time for, and does not tolerate, idle threats.
Bob Groothand, Augusta
Sealed records preserve dignity
I was concerned when I read in The Augusta Chronicle regarding the South Carolina Press Association quote, "I think they're just trying to cover up the details here, and I can't imagine why." Really? How about simple compassion for the families? How about human dignity? What about doing it because it is the right thing to do?
Betty Rushin, Edgefield, S.C.
Democrats need a new strategy
The working class had looked to the Democratic Party as the champion of workers' rights. It was the Democratic Party that led the charge for equal pay for equal work for minorities. In the early 1990s, the Republican Party devised a plan to label the Democrats as protectors of institutions the working class cannot in good conscience endorse. As a Christian Democrat, I still question my decision to vote John Kerry for president; however, I couldn't vote for deliberate liars.
Roy Ellis, Augusta
Action on Iran must come soon
When tiny Israel (smaller than New Jersey) speaks, the world listens - intently. Rightly so, as the Israeli government has little time for, and does not tolerate, idle threats.
Bob Groothand, Augusta
Government, religion don't mix
Two parts of the brief comments made by state Rep. Sue Burmeister and reported Jan. 19 raise concern.
Cameron Bentley, Augusta
Our commissioners are like children
Liberal cherry-picking strikes again
I read with amusement Amy F. Isaacs' Jan. 9 op-ed piece, "Conflict of interest stains Alito." Isaacs, after totally distorting the truth, emphatically states, "He lied," concerning Judge Samuel Alito's promise to a previous Senate Judiciary Committee in his confirmation hearings for the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in the early 1990s. He promised to recuse himself for conflict-of-interest reasons if confronted with such a circumstance.
David B. Caudle, Grovetown
Our commissioners are like children
Taxpaying citizens of Augusta have a disgusting problem with some of the people who are elected to represent us.Reubin Loper, Augusta
Liberal cherry-picking strikes again
Liberal cherry-picking strikes again
I read with amusement Amy F. Isaacs' Jan. 9 op-ed piece, "Conflict of interest stains Alito." Isaacs, after totally distorting the truth, emphatically states, "He lied," concerning Judge Samuel Alito's promise to a previous Senate Judiciary Committee in his confirmation hearings for the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in the early 1990s. He promised to recuse himself for conflict-of-interest reasons if confronted with such a circumstance.
David B. Caudle, Grovetown
State must cough up, fight tobacco
Liberal cherry-picking strikes again
I read with amusement Amy F. Isaacs' Jan. 9 op-ed piece, "Conflict of interest stains Alito." Isaacs, after totally distorting the truth, emphatically states, "He lied," concerning Judge Samuel Alito's promise to a previous Senate Judiciary Committee in his confirmation hearings for the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in the early 1990s. He promised to recuse himself for conflict-of-interest reasons if confronted with such a circumstance.
David B. Caudle, Grovetown
Democrats need a new strategy
The working class had looked to the Democratic Party as the champion of workers' rights. It was the Democratic Party that led the charge for equal pay for equal work for minorities. In the early 1990s, the Republican Party devised a plan to label the Democrats as protectors of institutions the working class cannot in good conscience endorse. As a Christian Democrat, I still question my decision to vote John Kerry for president; however, I couldn't vote for deliberate liars.
Roy Ellis, Augusta
Sealed records preserve dignity
State must cough up, fight tobacco
Kudos to The Augusta Chronicle for outlining the issues in whether South Carolina's Legislature makes any moves regarding smoking.
Frank Baker, Columbia, S.C.
Government, religion don't mix
Two parts of the brief comments made by state Rep. Sue Burmeister and reported Jan. 19 raise concern.
Cameron Bentley, Augusta
State must cough up, fight tobacco
Kudos to The Augusta Chronicle for outlining the issues in whether South Carolina's Legislature makes any moves regarding smoking.
Frank Baker, Columbia, S.C.
Our commissioners are like children
Taxpaying citizens of Augusta have a disgusting problem with some of the people who are elected to represent us.Reubin Loper, Augusta
Sealed records preserve dignity
I was concerned when I read in The Augusta Chronicle regarding the South Carolina Press Association quote, "I think they're just trying to cover up the details here, and I can't imagine why." Really? How about simple compassion for the families? How about human dignity? What about doing it because it is the right thing to do?
Betty Rushin, Edgefield, S.C.
Government, religion don't mix
Consult lawyer about dead mother's gifts
FDA to consider over-the-counter fat-blocking diet pill
German Wikipedia restores access amid lawsuit
MAC chooses its beauty icons to last
Home's decor challenges conventions
Museum exhibit examines history of the Holy Bible
Even small solar systems can help cut energy costs
New Orleans panel: museum and culture vital to rebirth
Tours for 18-35 demographic emphasize youth, sociability
Party planner offers baby shower ideas
Georgia Aquarium beats visitors projections
Amazon.com plans original series on Web site
Beauty in a box: Microdermabrasion at-home
Consult lawyer about dead mother's gifts
Dear Carson: My siblings and I are settling our mother's estate. The gifts each of us gave her through the years are a concern of mine. Should we get them back? Should we have to pay the estate for them? How should this be handled? Is there a common way this has been handled in the past? - Doubting Daughter
Consult lawyer about dead mother's gifts
Dear Carson: My siblings and I are settling our mother's estate. The gifts each of us gave her through the years are a concern of mine. Should we get them back? Should we have to pay the estate for them? How should this be handled? Is there a common way this has been handled in the past? - Doubting Daughter
Museum exhibit examines history of the Holy Bible
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Bible's evolution from ancient Hebrew to modern languages and from clay tablets to printed books is a rich lesson in the history of civilizations, the origins of the written word and the revolution of printing.
German Wikipedia restores access amid lawsuit
FRANKFURT, Germany - The German version of Wikipedia returned to the Internet on Friday after three days offline, a blackout prompted by a lawsuit in which the parents of a dead hacker objected to the site's use of his real name.
Georgia Aquarium beats visitors projections
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium has received nearly 600,000 visitors in the little over eight weeks it has been open, far outpacing what organizers had expected, the attraction's benefactor, Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, said Friday.
FDA to consider over-the-counter fat-blocking diet pill
WASHINGTON - A pharmaceutical company that seeks federal approval for over-the-counter sales of a prescription diet pill that blocks the absorption of fat faces questions on the pill's potential for creating vitamin deficiencies and encouraging abuse.
Georgia Aquarium beats visitors projections
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium has received nearly 600,000 visitors in the little over eight weeks it has been open, far outpacing what organizers had expected, the attraction's benefactor, Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, said Friday.
MAC chooses its beauty icons to last
NEW YORK - Celebrities are known to be style trendsetters, although the word "icon" may be tossed around a bit too easily.
Beauty in a box: Microdermabrasion at-home
We love the skin we're in. Travel down store aisles, peek inside medicine cabinets or glance atop vanities and you will see countless products meant to tone, smooth, brighten, lighten, clear, clean, rejuvenate and refinish our outermost layer.
Amazon.com plans original series on Web site
SEATTLE - Amazon.com Inc. plans to broadcast on its Web site an original show hosted by Bill Maher and featuring performers and authors touting new releases - which, not coincidentally, will be for sale at the online retailer.
Tours for 18-35 demographic emphasize youth, sociability
DALLAS - Retirees and all-you-can-eat buffets? Not on this travel bus tour.
MAC chooses its beauty icons to last
NEW YORK - Celebrities are known to be style trendsetters, although the word "icon" may be tossed around a bit too easily.
Museum exhibit examines history of the Holy Bible
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Bible's evolution from ancient Hebrew to modern languages and from clay tablets to printed books is a rich lesson in the history of civilizations, the origins of the written word and the revolution of printing.
Party planner offers baby shower ideas
NEW YORK - A baby shower is supposed to be a happy occasion, so why do so many people cringe at the thought of attending one?
New Orleans panel: museum and culture vital to rebirth
NEW ORLEANS - While the city builds better levees and new homes, a mayoral arts commission is recommending that the city not forget to reclaim its legacy as the birthplace of jazz.
Amazon.com plans original series on Web site
SEATTLE - Amazon.com Inc. plans to broadcast on its Web site an original show hosted by Bill Maher and featuring performers and authors touting new releases - which, not coincidentally, will be for sale at the online retailer.
Travel briefs
NEW YORK - A new ride called Expedition Everest is opening at Disney World's Animal Kingdom in Orlando in April, but New Yorkers will get a peek at the excitement when Disney brings a preview to Times Square next month.
Living briefs
Does your spouse yin when you want to yang? Does he or she clean while you clutter, vote red while you ballot blue, or embrace the steak when you are very veggie?
Tours for 18-35 demographic emphasize youth, sociability
DALLAS - Retirees and all-you-can-eat buffets? Not on this travel bus tour.
FDA to consider over-the-counter fat-blocking diet pill
WASHINGTON - A pharmaceutical company that seeks federal approval for over-the-counter sales of a prescription diet pill that blocks the absorption of fat faces questions on the pill's potential for creating vitamin deficiencies and encouraging abuse.
Home's decor challenges conventions
Brenda Padgett's friends might question why she drives a sport utility vehicle, but the answer is simple.
German Wikipedia restores access amid lawsuit
FRANKFURT, Germany - The German version of Wikipedia returned to the Internet on Friday after three days offline, a blackout prompted by a lawsuit in which the parents of a dead hacker objected to the site's use of his real name.
Even small solar systems can help cut energy costs
Q: I know solar electric systems don't make much economic sense for most homeowners today, but I want to try something. Maybe I can't make my house totally independent of the electric company but I'd like to start on that path. What are some things a homeowner can do?
Even small solar systems can help cut energy costs
Q: I know solar electric systems don't make much economic sense for most homeowners today, but I want to try something. Maybe I can't make my house totally independent of the electric company but I'd like to start on that path. What are some things a homeowner can do?
New Orleans panel: museum and culture vital to rebirth
NEW ORLEANS - While the city builds better levees and new homes, a mayoral arts commission is recommending that the city not forget to reclaim its legacy as the birthplace of jazz.
Living briefs
Does your spouse yin when you want to yang? Does he or she clean while you clutter, vote red while you ballot blue, or embrace the steak when you are very veggie?
German Wikipedia restores access amid lawsuit
FRANKFURT, Germany - The German version of Wikipedia returned to the Internet on Friday after three days offline, a blackout prompted by a lawsuit in which the parents of a dead hacker objected to the site's use of his real name.
Home's decor challenges conventions
Brenda Padgett's friends might question why she drives a sport utility vehicle, but the answer is simple.
Party planner offers baby shower ideas
NEW YORK - A baby shower is supposed to be a happy occasion, so why do so many people cringe at the thought of attending one?
Beauty in a box: Microdermabrasion at-home
We love the skin we're in. Travel down store aisles, peek inside medicine cabinets or glance atop vanities and you will see countless products meant to tone, smooth, brighten, lighten, clear, clean, rejuvenate and refinish our outermost layer.
Party planner offers baby shower ideas
NEW YORK - A baby shower is supposed to be a happy occasion, so why do so many people cringe at the thought of attending one?
Travel briefs
NEW YORK - A new ride called Expedition Everest is opening at Disney World's Animal Kingdom in Orlando in April, but New Yorkers will get a peek at the excitement when Disney brings a preview to Times Square next month.
MAC chooses its beauty icons to last
NEW YORK - Celebrities are known to be style trendsetters, although the word "icon" may be tossed around a bit too easily.
FDA to consider over-the-counter fat-blocking diet pill
WASHINGTON - A pharmaceutical company that seeks federal approval for over-the-counter sales of a prescription diet pill that blocks the absorption of fat faces questions on the pill's potential for creating vitamin deficiencies and encouraging abuse.
Amazon.com plans original series on Web site
SEATTLE - Amazon.com Inc. plans to broadcast on its Web site an original show hosted by Bill Maher and featuring performers and authors touting new releases - which, not coincidentally, will be for sale at the online retailer.
Count of kids is made fewer in scholarship
As young buckaroos had fun outside the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center on Saturday afternoon, officials whittled down the number of contestants for a $10,000 scholarship.
Board's ethics code progresses
Richmond County school board members are one step closer to getting a code of ethics.
Count of kids is made fewer in scholarship
As young buckaroos had fun outside the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center on Saturday afternoon, officials whittled down the number of contestants for a $10,000 scholarship.
Check out the progress
The coat racks are ready and so are county officials for a black tie event tonight that will unveil a new library and performing arts center in Evans.
Grandparents raising kids get help
News you can use
Here are the latest tips from the Healthy South Carolina Challenge, an effort by the Sanford family to get the residents of the state in better shape. For more tips or for upcoming events such as hikes and bike rides, go to the challenge's Web site, www.healthysc.gov.
News you can use
January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Why all the buzz about a tiny gland in the neck?
Details sought in Jan. 9 assault
Richmond County authorities want people to speak to them about someone who can't speak for herself now, after she was brutally assaulted earlier this month.
2nd robbery suspect arrested
Richmond County sheriff's deputies arrested the second suspect wanted in a December home invasion at Sun Creek Apartments.
Police chief's house set afire after man's death
MARSHALLVILLE, Ga. - A small-town police chief's home was burned down early Friday just hours after a man died in police custody, and investigators were trying to determine whether the two incidents are connected.
Cowpokes lasso prizes at festival
2nd robbery suspect arrested
Richmond County sheriff's deputies arrested the second suspect wanted in a December home invasion at Sun Creek Apartments.
Grandparents raising kids get help
At 57, Margaret Chishom's days of toilet-training, story-reading and curfew-enforcing should be long past her.
Legislators remain busy during weeklong recess
ATLANTA - The House and Senate chambers might have been empty this week, but it was far from quiet in the Capitol as lawmakers held extensive budget hearings and made announcements to pitch their newest legislative ideas.
Community giving sets record in 2005
The Augusta Chronicle began the Empty Stocking Fund in 1930 to collect money for needy families during the holidays.
Taxpayers help pay for political efforts
COLUMBIA - Taxpayers are picking up part of the expenses tied to Statehouse caucuses, including Republican and Democratic groups whose primary function is to elect their partisans to the Legislature.
Board's ethics code progresses
Richmond County school board members are one step closer to getting a code of ethics.
Across the region
ATLANTA - Federal prosecutors and defense lawyers have asked for a two-month delay to the start of the corruption trial of a former state schools superintendent, in part because of the ongoing corruption trial of a former Atlanta mayor.
Across the area
A North Augusta man accused of killing his neighbor in 2004 pleaded guilty to murder Friday.
Across the area
A North Augusta man accused of killing his neighbor in 2004 pleaded guilty to murder Friday.
Check out the progress
The coat racks are ready and so are county officials for a black tie event tonight that will unveil a new library and performing arts center in Evans.
600,000 visits (and that's in 8 weeks)
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium has received nearly 600,000 visitors in the little more than eight weeks it has been open, far outpacing what organizers had expected, the attraction's benefactor, Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, said Friday.
Taxpayers help pay for political efforts
Charities make big money
ATLANTA - Most people might imagine charity work as volunteerism, but a new study shows nonprofit organizations amount to big business in Georgia.
Community giving sets record in 2005
Corrections
- A photo caption in the Metro section in Dec. 27 editions of The Augusta Chronicle was incorrect. The girl shown in the photo of preschool pupils at Collins Elementary School should have been identified as Kayla Thurmond.
Kid of the Day
Jzlynn Davis, of Hephzibah, is today's kid of the day.
Perdue's budget plan has few changes from last year
ATLANTA - Tucked into the budget proposed by Gov. Sonny Perdue is a small item that hasn't drawn a lot of attention.
Check out the progress
The coat racks are ready and so are county officials for a black tie event tonight that will unveil a new library and performing arts center in Evans.
Board willing to seek support
Richmond County school board members, frustrated over delays in state approval of a new charter school, say they might ask the legislative delegation to intervene.
Quality of air drops slightly
Augusta ranks 11th among America's midsized cities in levels of particulate matter, also known as soot, which contributes to respiratory ailments among children and the elderly.
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE - A 13-year-old Greenville boy was found stabbed to death near his home.
Grandparents raising kids get help
At 57, Margaret Chishom's days of toilet-training, story-reading and curfew-enforcing should be long past her.
Police search for men in theft of machines' coins
Richmond County sheriff's deputies are looking for two men they say are involved in at least one smash-and-grab theft of coins from vending and laundry machines in the county.
Details sought in Jan. 9 assault
Richmond County authorities want people to speak to them about someone who can't speak for herself now, after she was brutally assaulted earlier this month.
Kid of the Day
Jzlynn Davis, of Hephzibah, is today's kid of the day.
Perdue's budget plan has few changes from last year
ATLANTA - Tucked into the budget proposed by Gov. Sonny Perdue is a small item that hasn't drawn a lot of attention.
Charities make big money
ATLANTA - Most people might imagine charity work as volunteerism, but a new study shows nonprofit organizations amount to big business in Georgia.
Board's ethics code progresses
Richmond County school board members are one step closer to getting a code of ethics.
Taxpayers help pay for political efforts
COLUMBIA - Taxpayers are picking up part of the expenses tied to Statehouse caucuses, including Republican and Democratic groups whose primary function is to elect their partisans to the Legislature.
Police chief's house set afire after man's death
MARSHALLVILLE, Ga. - A small-town police chief's home was burned down early Friday just hours after a man died in police custody, and investigators were trying to determine whether the two incidents are connected.
Details sought in Jan. 9 assault
Richmond County authorities want people to speak to them about someone who can't speak for herself now, after she was brutally assaulted earlier this month.
Rants and raves
I HAD the occasion several times to wait on Bobby Kotz, who was killed in a car wreck this past week. And I just wanted his parents to know how sorry I am. I don't know them personally. But Bobby was definitely brought up very well because he was always so sweet and so polite, and he always said "yes ma'am," "no ma'am," and "thank you." I am so sorry for your loss. He was just an adorable child. A very handsome young man, very polite.
Police search for men in theft of machines' coins
Richmond County sheriff's deputies are looking for two men they say are involved in at least one smash-and-grab theft of coins from vending and laundry machines in the county.
Across the area
A North Augusta man accused of killing his neighbor in 2004 pleaded guilty to murder Friday.
Board's ethics code progresses
Across the region
ATLANTA - Federal prosecutors and defense lawyers have asked for a two-month delay to the start of the corruption trial of a former state schools superintendent, in part because of the ongoing corruption trial of a former Atlanta mayor.
Kid of the Day
Jzlynn Davis, of Hephzibah, is today's kid of the day.
News you can use
Here are the latest tips from the Healthy South Carolina Challenge, an effort by the Sanford family to get the residents of the state in better shape. For more tips or for upcoming events such as hikes and bike rides, go to the challenge's Web site, www.healthysc.gov.
Pouring liquor no longer requires mini measures
Corrections
- A photo caption in the Metro section in Dec. 27 editions of The Augusta Chronicle was incorrect. The girl shown in the photo of preschool pupils at Collins Elementary School should have been identified as Kayla Thurmond.
Police search for men in theft of machines' coins
Richmond County sheriff's deputies are looking for two men they say are involved in at least one smash-and-grab theft of coins from vending and laundry machines in the county.
Charities make big money
ATLANTA - Most people might imagine charity work as volunteerism, but a new study shows nonprofit organizations amount to big business in Georgia.
Quality of air drops slightly
Augusta ranks 11th among America's midsized cities in levels of particulate matter, also known as soot, which contributes to respiratory ailments among children and the elderly.
600,000 visits (and that's in 8 weeks)
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium has received nearly 600,000 visitors in the little more than eight weeks it has been open, far outpacing what organizers had expected, the attraction's benefactor, Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, said Friday.
Pouring liquor no longer requires mini measures
South Carolina ushered in the new year by tossing out an old law that required bars and restaurants to serve mixed drinks made exclusively from 1.7-ounce minibottles.
Taxpayers help pay for political efforts
COLUMBIA - Taxpayers are picking up part of the expenses tied to Statehouse caucuses, including Republican and Democratic groups whose primary function is to elect their partisans to the Legislature.
Cowpokes lasso prizes at festival
A little gray in the sky couldn't keep the little cowpokes away.
Legislators remain busy during weeklong recess
ATLANTA - The House and Senate chambers might have been empty this week, but it was far from quiet in the Capitol as lawmakers held extensive budget hearings and made announcements to pitch their newest legislative ideas.
System lessens load in court
A simple change in the legal system in the Augusta Judicial Circuit set off a surge of productivity.
2nd robbery suspect arrested
Richmond County sheriff's deputies arrested the second suspect wanted in a December home invasion at Sun Creek Apartments.
Across the area
Veteran law enforcement officer Maj. Alfonzo Williams is the new director of the regional police training center.
System lessens load in court
A simple change in the legal system in the Augusta Judicial Circuit set off a surge of productivity.
Across Georgia
WALTHOURVILLE - A small plane crashed and burned just outside the Liberty County Airport in southeastern Georgia on Saturday afternoon, Walthourville Fire Capt. Shawn Smith said.
Troops come home, find fatigues lined with gold
HINESVILLE, Ga. - Barely 30 hours after returning from Iraq, Army Spc. Todd Strange drove to Hinesville Ford to trade in his 2001 Dodge Neon for a new 2006 Mustang GT, price tag $26,320.
Rants and raves
WHATEVER HAPPENED to the use of "yes, sir" and "yes, ma'am" is that a bunch of carpetbaggers came down here and decided that such niceties weren't necessary in their culture.
Where we live
The new year brought a new beginning for 21-year-old Army Pvt. Jimmy Richards.
Rants and raves
I HAD the occasion several times to wait on Bobby Kotz, who was killed in a car wreck this past week. And I just wanted his parents to know how sorry I am. I don't know them personally. But Bobby was definitely brought up very well because he was always so sweet and so polite, and he always said "yes ma'am," "no ma'am," and "thank you." I am so sorry for your loss. He was just an adorable child. A very handsome young man, very polite.
Board willing to seek support
Richmond County school board members, frustrated over delays in state approval of a new charter school, say they might ask the legislative delegation to intervene.
Grandparents raising kids get help
At 57, Margaret Chishom's days of toilet-training, story-reading and curfew-enforcing should be long past her.
Kid of the day
Works by printmaker Karen Kunc are on exhibit in the Fine Arts Center gallery at Augusta State University through Feb. 16.
Corrections
- A photo caption in the Metro section in Dec. 27 editions of The Augusta Chronicle was incorrect. The girl shown in the photo of preschool pupils at Collins Elementary School should have been identified as Kayla Thurmond.
Emptystocking fund donation list
Previously acknowledged $113,364.31
Cowpokes lasso prizes at festival
A little gray in the sky couldn't keep the little cowpokes away.
Police chief's house set afire after man's death
600,000 visits (and that's in 8 weeks)
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium has received nearly 600,000 visitors in the little more than eight weeks it has been open, far outpacing what organizers had expected, the attraction's benefactor, Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, said Friday.
Across the region
ATLANTA - Federal prosecutors and defense lawyers have asked for a two-month delay to the start of the corruption trial of a former state schools superintendent, in part because of the ongoing corruption trial of a former Atlanta mayor.
Pouring liquor no longer requires mini measures
South Carolina ushered in the new year by tossing out an old law that required bars and restaurants to serve mixed drinks made exclusively from 1.7-ounce minibottles.
Legislators remain busy during weeklong recess
ATLANTA - The House and Senate chambers might have been empty this week, but it was far from quiet in the Capitol as lawmakers held extensive budget hearings and made announcements to pitch their newest legislative ideas.
600,000 visits (and that's in 8 weeks)
Police chief's house set afire after man's death
MARSHALLVILLE, Ga. - A small-town police chief's home was burned down early Friday just hours after a man died in police custody, and investigators were trying to determine whether the two incidents are connected.
Rants and raves
WHATEVER HAPPENED to the use of "yes, sir" and "yes, ma'am" is that a bunch of carpetbaggers came down here and decided that such niceties weren't necessary in their culture.
News you can use
Here are the latest tips from the Healthy South Carolina Challenge, an effort by the Sanford family to get the residents of the state in better shape. For more tips or for upcoming events such as hikes and bike rides, go to the challenge's Web site, www.healthysc.gov.
Rants and raves
I HAD the occasion several times to wait on Bobby Kotz, who was killed in a car wreck this past week. And I just wanted his parents to know how sorry I am. I don't know them personally. But Bobby was definitely brought up very well because he was always so sweet and so polite, and he always said "yes ma'am," "no ma'am," and "thank you." I am so sorry for your loss. He was just an adorable child. A very handsome young man, very polite.
Quality of air drops slightlyAugusta's air quality has worsened, study shows
Augusta ranks 11th among America's midsized cities in levels of particulate matter, also known as soot, which contributes to respiratory ailments among children and the elderly.
Rants and raves
I HAD the occasion several times to wait on Bobby Kotz, who was killed in a car wreck this past week. And I just wanted his parents to know how sorry I am. I don't know them personally. But Bobby was definitely brought up very well because he was always so sweet and so polite, and he always said "yes ma'am," "no ma'am," and "thank you." I am so sorry for your loss. He was just an adorable child. A very handsome young man, very polite.
Perdue's budget plan has few changes from last year
Emptystocking fund donation list
Police search for men in theft of machines' coins
Details sought in Jan. 9 assault
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE - A 13-year-old Greenville boy was found stabbed to death near his home.
Count of kids is made fewer in scholarship
Across Georgia
WALTHOURVILLE - A small plane crashed and burned just outside the Liberty County Airport in southeastern Georgia on Saturday afternoon, Walthourville Fire Capt. Shawn Smith said.
Across the area
Veteran law enforcement officer Maj. Alfonzo Williams is the new director of the regional police training center.
Progress coming, but at slow pace
COLUMBIA - Rising unemployment, failing schools, increasing health care costs, high poverty rates.
Troops come home, find fatigues lined with gold
Community giving sets record in 2005
The Augusta Chronicle began the Empty Stocking Fund in 1930 to collect money for needy families during the holidays.
Legislators remain busy during weeklong recess
Rants and raves
WHATEVER HAPPENED to the use of "yes, sir" and "yes, ma'am" is that a bunch of carpetbaggers came down here and decided that such niceties weren't necessary in their culture.
Kid of the day
Works by printmaker Karen Kunc are on exhibit in the Fine Arts Center gallery at Augusta State University through Feb. 16.
News you can use
January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Why all the buzz about a tiny gland in the neck?
Police issue Levi's Call for missing child
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Garden City Police Department have issued a child abduction emergency bulletin for a missing metro Savannah child.
Where we live
The new year brought a new beginning for 21-year-old Army Pvt. Jimmy Richards.
Progress coming, but at slow pace
COLUMBIA - Rising unemployment, failing schools, increasing health care costs, high poverty rates.
Troops come home, find fatigues lined with gold
HINESVILLE, Ga. - Barely 30 hours after returning from Iraq, Army Spc. Todd Strange drove to Hinesville Ford to trade in his 2001 Dodge Neon for a new 2006 Mustang GT, price tag $26,320.
Emptystocking fund donation list
Previously acknowledged $113,364.31
Progress coming, but at slow pace
'Understudy' is soaking it up in the Steel City
Arnold Harrison picked up something at the grocery store last Sunday that surprised him.
'Understudy' is soaking it up in the Steel City
Arnold Harrison picked up something at the grocery store last Sunday that surprised him.
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
Aniston and her friends are forgotten at Sundance
PARK CITY, Utah - Filmmaker Nicole Holofcener warned the Sundance Film Festival crowd she was nervous.
'Kung Fu Hustle' receives Asian Excellence Award
'Kung Fu Hustle' receives Asian Excellence Award
LOS ANGELES - "Kung Fu Hustle" was named outstanding film and Daniel Dae Kim and Yunjin Kim, who star on the hit TV show "Lost," were honored for outstanding male and female TV performance at Thursday's 2006 Asian Excellence Awards.
Computer imaging expert getting honorary Oscar
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. - Computer-generated imaging expert Gary Demos will receive a Gordon E. Sawyer honorary Oscar, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Tuesday.
Aniston and her friends are forgotten at Sundance
PARK CITY, Utah - Filmmaker Nicole Holofcener warned the Sundance Film Festival crowd she was nervous.
Computer imaging expert getting honorary Oscar
'Kung Fu Hustle' receives Asian Excellence Award
LOS ANGELES - "Kung Fu Hustle" was named outstanding film and Daniel Dae Kim and Yunjin Kim, who star on the hit TV show "Lost," were honored for outstanding male and female TV performance at Thursday's 2006 Asian Excellence Awards.
Aniston and her friends are forgotten at Sundance
PARK CITY, Utah - Filmmaker Nicole Holofcener warned the Sundance Film Festival crowd she was nervous.
Aniston and her friends are forgotten at Sundance
'Kung Fu Hustle' receives Asian Excellence Award
LOS ANGELES - "Kung Fu Hustle" was named outstanding film and Daniel Dae Kim and Yunjin Kim, who star on the hit TV show "Lost," were honored for outstanding male and female TV performance at Thursday's 2006 Asian Excellence Awards.
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
Computer imaging expert getting honorary Oscar
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. - Computer-generated imaging expert Gary Demos will receive a Gordon E. Sawyer honorary Oscar, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Tuesday.
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
B.B. King plans one more world tour
Kix Brooks makes radio show debut today
50 Cent sued for copyright infringement
MIAMI - 50 Cent stole some of the lyrics for his 2003 hit, "In Da Club," from a song by former 2 Live Crew frontman Luther Campbell, an attorney claims in a lawsuit.
Kix Brooks makes radio show debut today
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - No danger of Kix Brooks running out of material when he takes over as host of ABC Radio's "American Country Countdown" this week.
50 Cent sued for copyright infringement
50 Cent sued for copyright infringement
MIAMI - 50 Cent stole some of the lyrics for his 2003 hit, "In Da Club," from a song by former 2 Live Crew frontman Luther Campbell, an attorney claims in a lawsuit.
Kix Brooks makes radio show debut today
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - No danger of Kix Brooks running out of material when he takes over as host of ABC Radio's "American Country Countdown" this week.
Kix Brooks makes radio show debut today
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - No danger of Kix Brooks running out of material when he takes over as host of ABC Radio's "American Country Countdown" this week.
50 Cent sued for copyright infringement
MIAMI - 50 Cent stole some of the lyrics for his 2003 hit, "In Da Club," from a song by former 2 Live Crew frontman Luther Campbell, an attorney claims in a lawsuit.
B.B. King plans one more world tour
LOS ANGELES - While other 80-year-olds might dust off their rockers, blues dynamo B.B. King will be rocking and rolling when he launches what he says will be his final world tour later this year.
B.B. King plans one more world tour
LOS ANGELES - While other 80-year-olds might dust off their rockers, blues dynamo B.B. King will be rocking and rolling when he launches what he says will be his final world tour later this year.
Report: NASCAR to switch to unleaded fuel
NEW YORK - NASCAR will begin using unleaded fuel in its cars and trucks beginning in 2008, The New York Times reported Friday.
Report: NASCAR to switch to unleaded fuel
NEW YORK - NASCAR will begin using unleaded fuel in its cars and trucks beginning in 2008, The New York Times reported Friday.
Report: NASCAR to switch to unleaded fuel
Report: NASCAR to switch to unleaded fuel
NEW YORK - NASCAR will begin using unleaded fuel in its cars and trucks beginning in 2008, The New York Times reported Friday.
Bryant will play on U.S. teams
PHOENIX - Kobe Bryant plans to play for the U.S. team at this year's world basketball championships and the 2008 Olympics.
Bucks edge Bobcats
MILWAUKEE - Michael Redd scored 23 of his 35 points in the second half as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 101-91 Saturday night.
Bryant will play on U.S. teams
PHOENIX - Kobe Bryant plans to play for the U.S. team at this year's world basketball championships and the 2008 Olympics.
Bryant will play on U.S. teams
Bucks edge Bobcats
MILWAUKEE - Michael Redd scored 23 of his 35 points in the second half as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 101-91 Saturday night.
Bryant will play on U.S. teams
PHOENIX - Kobe Bryant plans to play for the U.S. team at this year's world basketball championships and the 2008 Olympics.
'Pack bounce back, get win
RALEIGH, N.C. - Cameron Bennerman made all 12 free throws on his way to a career-high 26 points, Engin Atsur tied a season high with 18 and No. 14 North Carolina State rallied to beat Wake Forest, 92-82 on Saturday.
'Pack bounce back, get win
RALEIGH, N.C. - Cameron Bennerman made all 12 free throws on his way to a career-high 26 points, Engin Atsur tied a season high with 18 and No. 14 North Carolina State rallied to beat Wake Forest, 92-82 on Saturday.
Summitt is aiming higher
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - So much for No. 900. The way Pat Summitt sees it, the pressure's off her for now.
Lions rally to top Rams
The Paine College men's basketball team started Saturday night's game against Albany State as if they had no business challenging the Rams for second place in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Lions get defensive late for SIAC win
They turned the ball over. They missed free throws. They gave up offensive rebound after offensive rebound. They couldn't make a field goal.
Lions get defensive late for SIAC win
They turned the ball over. They missed free throws. They gave up offensive rebound after offensive rebound. They couldn't make a field goal.
Kentucky faithful search for truth
LEXINGTON, Ky. - In a movie that seems neatly divided between black and white, fans here are seeing gray - with a strong tint of Kentucky blue.
Spartans deny Jaguars' rally
After winning three consecutive Peach Belt Conference games, Augusta State was looking to avenge a semifinal loss in last year's conference tournament to USC Upstate.
Current win streak has Benedict in good shape
Reviewing and previewing local college basketball:
Lady Jaguars come up short
After falling into an early 14-point deficit Saturday night, the Augusta State women's basketball team started to fight back.
Lady Jaguars come up short
After falling into an early 14-point deficit Saturday night, the Augusta State women's basketball team started to fight back.
Kentucky faithful search for truth
LEXINGTON, Ky. - In a movie that seems neatly divided between black and white, fans here are seeing gray - with a strong tint of Kentucky blue.
Spartans deny Jaguars' rally
After winning three consecutive Peach Belt Conference games, Augusta State was looking to avenge a semifinal loss in last year's conference tournament to USC Upstate.
Current win streak has Benedict in good shape
Reviewing and previewing local college basketball:
Summitt is aiming higher
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - So much for No. 900. The way Pat Summitt sees it, the pressure's off her for now.
Lions rally to top Rams
The Paine College men's basketball team started Saturday night's game against Albany State as if they had no business challenging the Rams for second place in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Kentucky faithful search for truth
LEXINGTON, Ky. - In a movie that seems neatly divided between black and white, fans here are seeing gray - with a strong tint of Kentucky blue.
Current win streak has Benedict in good shape
Reviewing and previewing local college basketball:
Summitt is aiming higher
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - So much for No. 900. The way Pat Summitt sees it, the pressure's off her for now.
Panthers thrive in hostile environments
Roethlisberger eases Steelers' worries at QB
Mrs. Rhonda West (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. James R. Cade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Frances Musselwhite (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Carole Askew (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
Mrs. Fannie Mae Simpson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Tracy Barnes, Jr. (STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga.)
Mr. Charles R. Wilson (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Mr. Larry Brantley (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Mr. W. Frank Fulmer (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Mrs. Zimmie Veal (TENNILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Virginia C. Dye (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mrs. Louise K. Dickson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Jeron Daniel Wells (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Cleta Drake (SUMMERTOWN, Ga.)
Mrs. Geraldine Rice (EVANS, Ga.)
Mr. Charles Economos (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Ms. Sarina Glenn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. W. Frank Fulmer (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Mr. Jeron Daniel Wells (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mr. Bob Gay (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. James Daniel Cleghorn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Ann W. Gheesling (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Frances Parker (MILLEN, Ga.)
Mrs. Mamie J. Hart Collier (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Joe W. Glasker (COVINGTON, Ga.)
Mrs. Zepora Hart Lowe (WARRENTON, Ga.)
Mr. Bobbie Roberts (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
Mr. Arthur F. Hill (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Talbert E. Creed (LADSON, S.C.)
Mrs. Geraldine Hollman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Shawn DuWayne Noe (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
Mr. L. Hubert Paschal (MONTICELLO, Ga.)
Mr. Craig Tribble (HARLEM, Ga.)
Mrs. Deloris A. Johnson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Frances Parker (MILLEN, Ga.)
Mrs. Crecy Jones Paschal (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mrs. Gail Jenkins (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Ernestine C. Lamb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Ann W. Gheesling (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Ronnie E. Lambright (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Shawn DuWayne Noe (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
Mr. Charles Economos (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Mr. Talbert E. Creed (LADSON, S.C.)
Ms. Lottie G. Moore (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Mr. Robert C. Baird (APPLING, Ga.)
Mr. Horace Oglesby (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ms. Rubye M. Wingfield (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Samuel Owens, Jr. (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Genevieve Thompson (NEW YORK)
Mrs. Constance Pearson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret T. Norton (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Mr. Nathanael "Nathan" L. Booth (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mr. Arthur F. Hill (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Bobbie Roberts (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
Mr. Bob Gay (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Samuel Tremble (WRENS, Ga.)
Mr. Nathaniel H. Price (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Mrs. Rhonda West (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Samuel Tremble (WRENS, Ga.)
Mr. Gene "Sarge" Meeler (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Demi L. Carroll (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Nathanael "Nathan" L. Booth (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mr. James Daniel Cleghorn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Mary Ann Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Howard J. Drake (BARTOW, Ga.)
Mr. Nathanael "Nathan" L. Booth (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Ms. Rubye M. Wingfield (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Mary Ann Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Zimmie Veal (TENNILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Carole Askew (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
Mrs. Genevieve Thompson (NEW YORK)
Mr. Tracy Barnes, Jr. (STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga.)
Mr. Leo L. Pearson, Jr. (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Larry Brantley (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret T. Norton (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Fannie Mae Simpson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Arthur F. Hill (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Louise K. Dickson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Joe W. Glasker (COVINGTON, Ga.)
Mrs. Cleta Drake (SUMMERTOWN, Ga.)
Mr. Bob Gay (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Charles Economos (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Mrs. Virginia C. Dye (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mr. W. Frank Fulmer (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Mr. Howard J. Drake (BARTOW, Ga.)
Mr. Bob Gay (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. James Daniel Cleghorn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Ann W. Gheesling (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Demi L. Carroll (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Mamie J. Hart Collier (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Melvin Benefield (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Zepora Hart Lowe (WARRENTON, Ga.)
Mr. Melvin Benefield (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Arthur F. Hill (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Robert C. Baird (APPLING, Ga.)
Mrs. Geraldine Hollman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Charles R. Wilson (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Mr. L. Hubert Paschal (MONTICELLO, Ga.)
Mr. Craig Tribble (HARLEM, Ga.)
Mrs. Deloris A. Johnson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Geraldine Rice (EVANS, Ga.)
Mrs. Crecy Jones Paschal (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mr. Leo L. Pearson, Jr. (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mrs. Ernestine C. Lamb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Frances Musselwhite (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Ronnie E. Lambright (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Gail Jenkins (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Mr. Charles A. Mauldin (AIKEN, S.C.)
Ms. Sarina Glenn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ms. Lottie G. Moore (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Ann W. Gheesling (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Horace Oglesby (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. W. Frank Fulmer (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Mr. Samuel Owens, Jr. (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Constance Pearson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Gene "Sarge" Meeler (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Joe W. Glasker (COVINGTON, Ga.)
Mrs. Deloris A. Johnson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mr. L. Hubert Paschal (MONTICELLO, Ga.)
Mr. Charles A. Mauldin (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Larry Brantley (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Mamie J. Hart Collier (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Howard J. Drake (BARTOW, Ga.)
Mr. Robert C. Baird (APPLING, Ga.)
Mrs. Virginia C. Dye (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mrs. Gail Jenkins (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Mr. Bob Gay (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Samuel Tremble (WRENS, Ga.)
Mr. Craig Tribble (HARLEM, Ga.)
Mr. James Daniel Cleghorn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Louise K. Dickson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Ann W. Gheesling (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Bobbie Roberts (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
Mrs. Frances Parker (MILLEN, Ga.)
Mrs. Genevieve Thompson (NEW YORK)
Mr. Samuel Owens, Jr. (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mrs. Frances Musselwhite (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Arthur F. Hill (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Zepora Hart Lowe (WARRENTON, Ga.)
Mr. James R. Cade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Ann W. Gheesling (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Fannie Mae Simpson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Rhonda West (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Cleta Drake (SUMMERTOWN, Ga.)
Mr. Ronnie E. Lambright (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Leo L. Pearson, Jr. (AIKEN, S.C.)
Mr. Nathanael "Nathan" L. Booth (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Mrs. Zimmie Veal (TENNILLE, Ga.)
Mr. W. Frank Fulmer (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Mr. Jeron Daniel Wells (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mr. Tracy Barnes, Jr. (STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga.)
Ms. Lottie G. Moore (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Mrs. Demi L. Carroll (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mrs. Carole Askew (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
Mr. Charles R. Wilson (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Mrs. Geraldine Rice (EVANS, Ga.)
Mr. W. Frank Fulmer (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Mr. Nathaniel H. Price (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Mr. Horace Oglesby (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ms. Rubye M. Wingfield (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Talbert E. Creed (LADSON, S.C.)
Ms. Sarina Glenn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Constance Pearson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Ernestine C. Lamb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Charles Economos (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Mr. Gene "Sarge" Meeler (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Mary Ann Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Shawn DuWayne Noe (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
Mrs. Crecy Jones Paschal (THOMSON, Ga.)
Mrs. Geraldine Hollman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Arthur F. Hill (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mr. Bob Gay (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mr. Melvin Benefield (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mrs. Margaret T. Norton (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Turin Olympic flame passes through Slovenia
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia - The Turin torch relay passed into Slovenia on Friday, with former Olympic skiing silver medalist Jure Franko among those running with the flame.
Turin Olympic flame passes through Slovenia
Turin Olympic flame passes through Slovenia
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia - The Turin torch relay passed into Slovenia on Friday, with former Olympic skiing silver medalist Jure Franko among those running with the flame.
Turin Olympic flame passes through Slovenia
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia - The Turin torch relay passed into Slovenia on Friday, with former Olympic skiing silver medalist Jure Franko among those running with the flame.
Serena Williams ousted in third round
Lakeside laps competition
Lakeside beat out 18 teams from across the state of Georgia in the annual Panther-Pack Swim Meet at the Augusta Aquatic Center on Saturday.
Lakeside laps competition
Lakeside beat out 18 teams from across the state of Georgia in the annual Panther-Pack Swim Meet at the Augusta Aquatic Center on Saturday.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.
Overtime
Sosa signs one-year deal with Atlanta
Youngest Andretti impresses
The Andretti brain trust - father Mario and son Michael - stood in the pits at Sebring International Raceway earlier this week and marveled at how quickly the young driver on the track was picking up the subtle nuances of driving an IndyCar.
Area sports announcements
Note: Announcements for participatory events must be written, delivered, mailed or faxed to The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928, with a return address and phone number. No phone calls are accepted. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. The announcements will be published weekly.
Youngest Andretti impresses
The Andretti brain trust - father Mario and son Michael - stood in the pits at Sebring International Raceway earlier this week and marveled at how quickly the young driver on the track was picking up the subtle nuances of driving an IndyCar.
Sports rants and raves
THIS IS A double sports rant for Falcon Coach Jim Mora. I have lost a lot of respect for him this year.
Serena Williams ousted in third round
MELBOURNE, Australia - Outplayed from the start, defending champion Serena Williams was beaten 6-1, 7-6 (5) Friday in the third round of the Australian Open by Daniela Hantuchova.
Overtime
Augusta rookie defenseman Eric Lundberg has been recalled to the Albany River Rats of the American Hockey League, the fourth call-up in less than two weeks for the Lynx.
Overtime
Augusta rookie defenseman Eric Lundberg has been recalled to the Albany River Rats of the American Hockey League, the fourth call-up in less than two weeks for the Lynx.
Overtime
Augusta rookie defenseman Eric Lundberg has been recalled to the Albany River Rats of the American Hockey League, the fourth call-up in less than two weeks for the Lynx.
Area sports announcements
Note: Announcements for participatory events must be written, delivered, mailed or faxed to The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928, with a return address and phone number. No phone calls are accepted. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. The announcements will be published weekly.
Serena Williams ousted in third round
MELBOURNE, Australia - Outplayed from the start, defending champion Serena Williams was beaten 6-1, 7-6 (5) Friday in the third round of the Australian Open by Daniela Hantuchova.
Overtime
Sosa signs one-year deal with Atlanta
Sports rants and raves
THIS IS A double sports rant for Falcon Coach Jim Mora. I have lost a lot of respect for him this year.
Serena Williams ousted in third round
MELBOURNE, Australia - Outplayed from the start, defending champion Serena Williams was beaten 6-1, 7-6 (5) Friday in the third round of the Australian Open by Daniela Hantuchova.
One big fish story
Lee Sidener of Harlem caught this 30-pound striper in 12 feet of water near the Cherokee Creek section of Thurmond Lake.
Feedback spurs Perdue to keep hybrid program
Feedback spurs Perdue to keep hybrid program
A budget-cutting proposal to eliminate Georgia's popular hybrid bass stocking program wasn't too popular with Gov. Sonny Perdue.
Feedback spurs Perdue to keep hybrid program
A budget-cutting proposal to eliminate Georgia's popular hybrid bass stocking program wasn't too popular with Gov. Sonny Perdue.
One big fish story
Lee Sidener of Harlem caught this 30-pound striper in 12 feet of water near the Cherokee Creek section of Thurmond Lake.
Beaten path is not for this Joe
His real name is Richard Flood, and he's from Pennsylvania.
Beaten path is not for this Joe
His real name is Richard Flood, and he's from Pennsylvania.
Thoroughbreds throttle rival
AIKEN - The South Aiken High boys basketball team sent a clear message Friday night that this season, the path to the Region 4-AAAA championship turns off Whiskey Road.
Thoroughbreds throttle rival
AIKEN - The South Aiken High boys basketball team sent a clear message Friday night that this season, the path to the Region 4-AAAA championship turns off Whiskey Road.
Cook, Josey handle Laney
There was one second left in an already well-decided game Friday night, and Josey's Keyonnia Cook thought why not.
Cook, Josey handle Laney
There was one second left in an already well-decided game Friday night, and Josey's Keyonnia Cook thought why not.
Cook, Josey handle Laney
There was one second left in an already well-decided game Friday night, and Josey's Keyonnia Cook thought why not.
Cook, Josey handle Laney
There was one second left in an already well-decided game Friday night, and Josey's Keyonnia Cook thought why not.
Thoroughbreds throttle rival
AIKEN - The South Aiken High boys basketball team sent a clear message Friday night that this season, the path to the Region 4-AAAA championship turns off Whiskey Road.
Cook, Josey handle Laney
There was one second left in an already well-decided game Friday night, and Josey's Keyonnia Cook thought why not.
Panthers thrive in hostile environments
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Forget about the comforts of home, the Carolina Panthers prefer to take their show on the road.
Roethlisberger eases Steelers' worries at QB
PITTSBURGH - Mark Malone: three interceptions. Neil O'Donnell: three interceptions. Kordell Stewart: six interceptions and a fumble in two games. Ben Roethlisberger: three interceptions.
Panthers thrive in hostile environments
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Forget about the comforts of home, the Carolina Panthers prefer to take their show on the road.
Panthers thrive in hostile environments
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Forget about the comforts of home, the Carolina Panthers prefer to take their show on the road.
Shadowland stars
Jerramy Stevens could be the one. Or Rocky Bernard.
Roethlisberger eases Steelers' worries at QB
PITTSBURGH - Mark Malone: three interceptions. Neil O'Donnell: three interceptions. Kordell Stewart: six interceptions and a fumble in two games. Ben Roethlisberger: three interceptions.
Roethlisberger eases Steelers' worries at QB
PITTSBURGH - Mark Malone: three interceptions. Neil O'Donnell: three interceptions. Kordell Stewart: six interceptions and a fumble in two games. Ben Roethlisberger: three interceptions.
Shadowland stars
Jerramy Stevens could be the one. Or Rocky Bernard.
Shadowland stars
Jerramy Stevens could be the one. Or Rocky Bernard.
Italian court asked to prove existence of Jesus
ROME - Lawyers for a small-town parish priest have been ordered to appear in court next week after the Roman Catholic cleric was accused of unlawfully asserting what many people take for granted: that Jesus Christ existed.
Speaker preaches abstinence
Mike Long wants to break myths about sexual abstinence education for teens.
Faith digest
Walton Way Temple, Congregation Children of Israel, will mark its 160th anniversary witrh a prayer service at 7 tonight at West Lake Country Club, 3556 Westlake Drive in Martinez. The service will be followed by a dinner dance.
Faith digest
Walton Way Temple, Congregation Children of Israel, will mark its 160th anniversary witrh a prayer service at 7 tonight at West Lake Country Club, 3556 Westlake Drive in Martinez. The service will be followed by a dinner dance.
Singer's fans keep her going
Life is a great deal better today for gospel music superstar Sandi Patty than it was a decade ago, when so many former fans and Christians wanted to pin a scarlet "A" on her chest, labeling her as an adulteress.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.
Singer's fans keep her going
Life is a great deal better today for gospel music superstar Sandi Patty than it was a decade ago, when so many former fans and Christians wanted to pin a scarlet "A" on her chest, labeling her as an adulteress.
Italian court asked to prove existence of Jesus
ROME - Lawyers for a small-town parish priest have been ordered to appear in court next week after the Roman Catholic cleric was accused of unlawfully asserting what many people take for granted: that Jesus Christ existed.
Legacy of missionaries is left behind in letters to friends
Clarence Barinowski was serving in the Air Force on an island 50 miles west of Okinawa, Japan, in 1956 when he picked up a copy of Stars and Stripes. The military newspaper carried a small item about the Auca Indians of Ecuador killing five missionaries. Even without names, he figured out who they were.
The Bible opposes childless couples, theologian contends
Does God care whether couples have kids?
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.
Singer's fans keep her going
Life is a great deal better today for gospel music superstar Sandi Patty than it was a decade ago, when so many former fans and Christians wanted to pin a scarlet "A" on her chest, labeling her as an adulteress.
The Bible opposes childless couples, theologian contends
Does God care whether couples have kids?
Speaker preaches abstinence
Mike Long wants to break myths about sexual abstinence education for teens.
Legacy of missionaries is left behind in letters to friends
Clarence Barinowski was serving in the Air Force on an island 50 miles west of Okinawa, Japan, in 1956 when he picked up a copy of Stars and Stripes. The military newspaper carried a small item about the Auca Indians of Ecuador killing five missionaries. Even without names, he figured out who they were.
Legacy of missionaries is left behind in letters to friends
Clarence Barinowski was serving in the Air Force on an island 50 miles west of Okinawa, Japan, in 1956 when he picked up a copy of Stars and Stripes. The military newspaper carried a small item about the Auca Indians of Ecuador killing five missionaries. Even without names, he figured out who they were.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.
Italian court asked to prove existence of Jesus
ROME - Lawyers for a small-town parish priest have been ordered to appear in court next week after the Roman Catholic cleric was accused of unlawfully asserting what many people take for granted: that Jesus Christ existed.
Speaker preaches abstinence
Mike Long wants to break myths about sexual abstinence education for teens.
The Bible opposes childless couples, theologian contends
Does God care whether couples have kids?
Faith digest
Walton Way Temple, Congregation Children of Israel, will mark its 160th anniversary witrh a prayer service at 7 tonight at West Lake Country Club, 3556 Westlake Drive in Martinez. The service will be followed by a dinner dance.
Beaten path is not for this Joe
'Understudy' is soaking it up in the Steel City
Maria Conchita Alonso to visit Wisteria Lane
LOS ANGELES - Gabrielle's mom, to be played by Maria Conchita Alonso, is paying a visit to "Desperate Housewives."
Miss America finds more glitz, less dough in Vegas
LAS VEGAS - There may be more glitz for Miss America this year, but there's less dough.
Turnoffs for Jenna Elfman: bratty stars
PASADENA, Calif. - Turnoffs for Jenna Elfman: bratty stars.
TV Lookout: highlights for the week ahead
Turnoffs for Jenna Elfman: bratty stars
'American Idol' heads to syndication
'American Idol' heads to syndication
LOS ANGELES - "American Idol" fans can look forward to getting more than a once-a-year fix: beginning in September, past editions of Fox's talent show will air in weekend syndication.
TV Lookout: highlights for the week ahead
Did No. 2 try harder? John Adams, the nation's second president, played a critical role in many of the pivotal events of his era - and all the more effectively so teamed with Abigail Adams, his remarkable other half.
CBS announces 'micro-series' on TV, Internet
'American Idol' heads to syndication
LOS ANGELES - "American Idol" fans can look forward to getting more than a once-a-year fix: beginning in September, past editions of Fox's talent show will air in weekend syndication.
Maria Conchita Alonso to visit Wisteria Lane
LOS ANGELES - Gabrielle's mom, to be played by Maria Conchita Alonso, is paying a visit to "Desperate Housewives."
Miss America finds more glitz, less dough in Vegas
Miss America finds more glitz, less dough in Vegas
LAS VEGAS - There may be more glitz for Miss America this year, but there's less dough.
CBS announces 'micro-series' on TV, Internet
LOS ANGELES - Continuing the evolution of television marketing, CBS said Tuesday a "micro-series" will air in seven installments of a minute or less and be available online and by cell phone.
'American Idol' heads to syndication
LOS ANGELES - "American Idol" fans can look forward to getting more than a once-a-year fix: beginning in September, past editions of Fox's talent show will air in weekend syndication.
TV Lookout: highlights for the week ahead
Did No. 2 try harder? John Adams, the nation's second president, played a critical role in many of the pivotal events of his era - and all the more effectively so teamed with Abigail Adams, his remarkable other half.
Maria Conchita Alonso to visit Wisteria Lane
Turnoffs for Jenna Elfman: bratty stars
PASADENA, Calif. - Turnoffs for Jenna Elfman: bratty stars.
Maria Conchita Alonso to visit Wisteria Lane
LOS ANGELES - Gabrielle's mom, to be played by Maria Conchita Alonso, is paying a visit to "Desperate Housewives."
CBS announces 'micro-series' on TV, Internet
LOS ANGELES - Continuing the evolution of television marketing, CBS said Tuesday a "micro-series" will air in seven installments of a minute or less and be available online and by cell phone.
Miss America finds more glitz, less dough in Vegas
LAS VEGAS - There may be more glitz for Miss America this year, but there's less dough.
Singer Pete Doherty charged with drug possession
Actor Anthony Franciosa dies in L.A. at 77
Lawyer: producers agreed to pay Hatch's taxes
Bulldogs bounce Rebels
ATHENS, Ga. - One look at the Mississippi roster confirmed for Georgia coach Dennis Felton what he already had heard from others:
'Queen of Thieves' nears SEC record
'Queen of Thieves' nears SEC record
ATHENS, Ga. - Barely one month after she moved into the Southeastern Conference's career top 10 list for steals, Georgia's Sherill Baker is on pace to grab the record today.
'Queen of Thieves' nears SEC record
ATHENS, Ga. - Barely one month after she moved into the Southeastern Conference's career top 10 list for steals, Georgia's Sherill Baker is on pace to grab the record today.
Bulldogs bounce Rebels
ATHENS, Ga. - One look at the Mississippi roster confirmed for Georgia coach Dennis Felton what he already had heard from others:
Gamecocks bitten by buzzer-beater
LEXINGTON, Ky. - On a day commemorating one of Kentucky's greatest teams, it took a last-second shot to avoid a woeful first.
Gamecocks bitten by buzzer-beater
LEXINGTON, Ky. - On a day commemorating one of Kentucky's greatest teams, it took a last-second shot to avoid a woeful first.
Gamecocks bitten by buzzer-beater
Parks department wins state award for summer camp
Pupils learn African drums at Millbrook
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
Sheriff's office to train reserve deputies
North Augusta boxer to make second trip to national event
NBC wardrobe worker's roots are in Storyland
Forum to explore ways to improve education
Equestrian star's dream started with a stick horse
The Bible opposes childless couples, theologian contends
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