Initiativedesigned to curb underage drinking
The legal drinking age in the United States is 21, but studies show that many people first try alcohol at a much younger age - 12.
CSRA Bridge results
CSRA Bridge results from May 1-7.
Officers run to Columbia for Special Olympics
It wasn't the most efficient way to get to Columbia, but the officers who jogged up U.S. Highway 1 on May 5 to deliver a torch did it for a good cause.
Group helps needy with home repairs
The worn roof that Rick Huston repaired last week might have stayed in poor condition if not for a generous gift from the estate of a longtime Aiken couple.
Events
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
Events
LOVE, SEX & THE IRS: Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre; 7 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. show Thursday-Saturday; Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre, Building 32100, Third Avenue; $34 civilians, $32 seniors, retirees, civil service civilians, E7 and above, $25 E6 and below, $20 show only; (706) 793-8552
Sports season never ends for Fox Creek sophomore
Whatever the season, Erica Just will be playing a sport. "I have a lot of energy," said the Fox Creek High School sophomore. "I take it out on the field. I'm a very competitive person. It's all fun to me."
Recycling centers
- To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation takes 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.
Initiativedesigned to curb underage drinking
The legal drinking age in the United States is 21, but studies show that many people first try alcohol at a much younger age - 12.
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for April 27-May 4. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
This week
Works by painter Al Beyer: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, through May 31; lower gallery, Etherredge Center, 471 University Parkway; free; (803) 641-3305
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
Class is a piece of cake for studentsHeadline
Jean Gorthy smiled as she looked around the kitchen classroom at students, many of whom had icing-covered hands.
Meetings
AIKEN COUNTY REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS COMMISSION: 5:30 p.m. first Mondays (unless it is a holiday, then moves to second Monday), Registration and Elections Building, 916 Vaucluse Road, Aiken; (803) 642-1528
Reunions
STROM THURMOND HIGH SCHOOL 1986: Seeking classmates for a 20-year reunion Saturday, Oct. 7; call Gretchen Tremmel Strasser at (803) 202-3355 or Robin Jackson Blackmon (803) 637-3700.
Pupils learn dangers of pollution
They might not have won a state award, but fourth-graders at Warrenville Elementary School gained something that might be more valuable: a lesson on how pollution affects the environment.
Adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
Around the block
A free exhibit, Freedom USA, will run through Wednesday, June 21, at the Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 Newberry St. S.W. The museum is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 2-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Call (803) 642-2015.
Sports season never ends for Fox Creek sophomore
Whatever the season, Erica Just will be playing a sport. "I have a lot of energy," said the Fox Creek High School sophomore. "I take it out on the field. I'm a very competitive person. It's all fun to me."
Football coach says faith has sustained him
At first glance, the Richt family might not be known for its sense of direction.
Around the block
A free exhibit, Freedom USA, will run through Wednesday, June 21, at the Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 Newberry St. S.W. The museum is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 2-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Call (803) 642-2015.
Library hours of operation
NANCY BONNETTE LIBRARY
204 Park St. N.E., Wagener
(803) 564-5396
Strawberries will flavor event
Joyce Freeman doesn't know what strawberry desserts Gurosik's Berry Plantation will be serving, but she knows they will be good.
Book celebrates the lives of 15 'Warriors'
British journalist Max Hastings has covered wars in the Middle East, Indochina, India, Pakistan, Angola and Rhodesia.
Book celebrates the lives of 15 'Warriors'
MLB power rankings week 7
Every week of the regular season, The Augusta Chronicle's Andrew Festa and Miguelangelo Hernandez will rank the major league teams.
Orioles, Roberts not rushing return from disabled list
MLB notebook
CHICAGO - Rick Sutcliffe's self-described "bad judgment" has cost him an assignment at ESPN.
Orioles, Roberts not rushing return from disabled list
BALTIMORE - The Baltimore Orioles will have to go a little bit longer without injured second baseman Brian Roberts, who has abandoned his bid to leave the disabled list after a minimum 15-day absence.
Without me, my garden is doing better than ever
Jabriyah Pauline Jones
A'Shantae Hilliard and Jonathan Jones are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jabriyah Pauline, born April 16, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Taniya Nevaeh Lee
Latasha Dukes and Benjamin Lee are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Taniya Nevaeh, born April 21, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
DeBerry Donnie
Eyvondra and Donnie DeBerry, Jr., of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Donnie III, born April 19, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Emily AnneMarie Swanson
Kristen Kelly and Shane Swanson are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Emily AnneMarie, born April 25, 2006, at Aiken Regional Medical Center in Aiken.
Trent Matthew Leonard
Jeffrey and Leslie Leonard, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Trent Matthew, born April 21, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Nolan Patrick Sullivan
Ryan and Elizabeth Sullivan, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Nolan Patrick, born April 19, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Parker Copelyn Rabun
Brian and Amanda Rabun, of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Parker Copelyn, born April 18, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Brian Everett Ruff
Nicole Slappy and Brian Ruff are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Brian Everett Jr., born April 26, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Casey Justin Wells
Ricky and Jennifer Wells, of Thomson, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Casey Justin, born April 19, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Kaylin Elizabeth Valentine
Jeffrey and Sandra Valentine, of Thomson, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Kaylin Elizabeth, born April 21, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Avery Morgan Herrington
Benjamin and Ramona Herrington, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Avery Morgan, born April 20, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
DeBerry Donnie
Eyvondra and Donnie DeBerry, Jr., of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Donnie III, born April 19, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Benjamin Morris Baker
Lee and Susie Morris Baker, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Benjamin Morris, born March 31, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta. He made his debut at 3:57 p.m., weighed 7 lbs. 5 oz. and was 20 inches long.
Jackson Finley Altman
Jeremy and Laura Altman, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Jackson Finley, born April 24, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Grand slam rallies Braves
ATLANTA - Jeff Franceour and the Braves' offensive struggles are over. Atlanta's hitters bailed out starter Jorge Sosa on Saturday with five runs in the ninth inning as the Braves won for the fifth time in six games, defeating the Washington Nationals, 8-5 at Turner Field.
Georgia's Hall gets a new member
LaRoche commits error even Mom couldn't love
Georgia's Hall gets a new member
ATLANTA - Like many Atlantans, Braves manager Bobby Cox is a transplanted Georgian.
LaRoche commits error even Mom couldn't love
ATLANTA - The Mother's Day crowd proved a tough one on Atlanta's Adam LaRoche.
Lapse key in Atlanta's defeat
ATLANTA - The Braves' Adam LaRoche fielded the slow dribbler and looked at the batter, Nick Johnson, as he slowed 40 feet up the first-base line.
AP Interview: Nintendo President Satoru Iwata
High gas prices lead to boom in motor scooters
NEW YORK - With gas prices above $3 a gallon, software engineer Daniel Fry has been commuting to work over the Brooklyn Bridge in a car pool of sorts.
Business calendar
- Monday: Writing an Effective Business Plan; seminar by the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center; 6 p.m.; 1054 Claussen Road, Suite 301; $40; call (706) 737-1790.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for April 21-28. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
On the move
- Rochelle Wright has joined Security Federal Bank as vice president and information technology manager. She was previously employed by Fort Benning, Ga., as an information systems analyst.
Medical College's incubator nurses biotech startups
Michael Gabridge spent almost two years filling up the Medical College of Georgia's business incubator.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for April 21-28. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
Georgia Tech lab tests accessibility of products
ATLANTA - It was created during the Cold War to conduct tests for the military, but now a Georgia Institute of Technology lab has a much more grounded mission: to find ways to make everyday items more accessible to disabled people.
Retailers hope for summer movie blockbusters
NEW YORK - Let the force be with retailers this summer. After enjoying a sales bonanza last year from everything "Star Wars," the nation's merchants, particularly toy sellers, are hoping that this summer's blockbuster films will have at least the same power to move an avalanche of merchandise, from inflatable Superman suits to pirate swords with sound effects.
Farms take steps to protect poultry from virus
CUMMING, Ga.- Going to the Milford family chicken farm is like trying to infiltrate a high-security medical lab.
Georgia Tech lab tests accessibility of products
Medical College's incubator nurses biotech startups
AP Interview: Nintendo President Satoru Iwata
LOS ANGELES - The latest round in the video game console wars appears to be a race among Sony Corp., Nintendo Co. and Microsoft Corp. for the flashiest, most powerful system.
Retailers hope for summer movie blockbusters
High gas prices lead to boom in motor scooters
Biz bites
Moms keep tight controls over their children's use of television and internet, according to a recent survey by Mediamark Research Inc.
Biz bites
Moms keep tight controls over their children's use of television and internet, according to a recent survey by Mediamark Research Inc.
Business calendar
- Monday: Writing an Effective Business Plan; seminar by the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center; 6 p.m.; 1054 Claussen Road, Suite 301; $40; call (706) 737-1790.
On the move
- Rochelle Wright has joined Security Federal Bank as vice president and information technology manager. She was previously employed by Fort Benning, Ga., as an information systems analyst.
Farms take steps to protect poultry from virus
Editorial cartoon
Editorial cartoon for Sunday, May 14, 2006
When garbage makes headlines, everyone cares
There's not much I can tell you this week you don't already know, except one thing.
When garbage makes headlines, everyone cares
There's not much I can tell you this week you don't already know, except one thing.
Clemson thumps Florida St.
CLEMSON, S.C. - Five Clemson hitters had at least two hits each as the Tigers completed a three-game sweep of Florida State with an 11-2 win Sunday in Atlantic Coast Conference action.
Tigers comeback to defeat Seminoles
CLEMSON, S.C. - Florida State self-destructed in the 10th inning as Clemson advanced the winning run on a throwing error and a wild pitch to beat the Seminoles 4-3 in Atlantic Coast Conference action Saturday.
Tigers comeback to defeat Seminoles
Texas running back arrested after deputies find marijuana in car
Texas running back arrested after deputies find marijuana in car
AUSTIN, Texas - Texas running back Ramonce Taylor, who scored a touchdown in the Longhorns' Rose Bowl win over Southern California, was arrested Sunday by sheriff's deputies who said they found about 5 pounds of marijuana in a backpack in his car.
America won
Zacarias Moussaoui was convicted as an al-Qaida terrorist after turning down a jury trial last March and testifying in federal court that he was to hijack a fifth plane on Sept. 11, 2001, and fly it into the White House.
Gas tax suspension aids many
Prodded by Gov. Mark Sanford, the South Carolina legislature is moving to suspend the state's 16.8 cent-a-gallon gas tax from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31. The House has passed the measure and the Senate is expected to follow suit.
Fee, not free, for motorists
Should a stranded motorist who runs out of gas or gets a flat tire be provided a new tire or free gas by the state? On a number of South Carolina's primary metro routes they are. But before applauding the service, consider whether it's necessary or worth the cost to taxpayers - a record $4.1 million last year.
House-Senate clash is just a symptom
House-Senate clash is just a symptom
The South Carolina Senate and House are so far apart on budget and property tax issues that it will be a miracle if they can resolve their differences in time to meet their adjournment date in early June. Never mind that lawmakers first met nearly six months ago.
The mother of all salaries
A dozen roses and lunch at a restaurant may not cut it for Mother's Day this year.
The 'gotcha' mentality
Everybody seems to be upset about National Security Agency phone-record searches - except a majority of Americans.
Hollywood watches as adult film studio offers downloads to DVDs
LOS ANGELES - Hollywood has been tiptoeing its way toward letting consumers buy a movie online, burn it onto a DVD and watch it on a living-room TV.
People in the News
NEW ORLEANS - Reese Witherspoon says she wants families affected by Hurricane Katrina to know they haven't been forgotten.
Georgia Tech drops Duke
ATLANTA - Whit Robbins doubled in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning and Steven Blackwood hit two home runs to lead Georgia Tech to a 7-6 victory over Duke Friday night.
Georgia Tech romps Duke
ATLANTA - Whit Robbins homered and drove in five runs to lead Georgia Tech to an 18-6 victory over Duke on Sunday for a sweep of their three-game series.
Copeland, Ray lead Jackets to victory
As manager Roberto Kelly has asked them to do all along, the Augusta GreenJackets are no longer beating themselves.
Jackets go the extra mile
The last thing the Augusta GreenJackets needed before a seven-hour bus trip to West Virginia was a lengthy, energy-sapping finale to a four-game series with the Greensboro Grasshoppers.
Wadkins holds off Floyd with late birdie
Edfors makes two long putts to win British Masters
SUTTON COLDFIELD, England - Johan Edfors sank two long birdie putts and finished with a 2-under 70 Sunday to win the British Masters by one stroke.
Wetterich gets first PGA Tour victory at Nelson
IRVING, Texas - Brett Wetterich was clearly frustrated, tossing his putter toward his bag and slamming a plastic bottle into a garbage bin. Then he made another bogey to drop two strokes off the lead.
Wetterich gets first PGA Tour victory at Nelson
Bobby Jones' resting place still draws golf fans
One more hill to climb
It can be said the USC Aiken golf team has little else to prove this week. The No. 1-ranked Pacers already have shown they're one of the best college programs in Division II history. They've won 22 of their past 26 events, and they've only been beaten by Division I competition this season.
Brown lifts weights, expectations in breakout season
Webb goes wire-to-wire at Kingsmill
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. - The challenges kept coming for Karrie Webb, on the course and in her mind. Once the best female player in the world, she found herself trying to play with a five-shot lead and not really sure how to go about it.
Bobby Jones' resting place still draws golf fans
ATLANTA - Nearly 35 years after Bobby Jones' death, the golf legend continues to draw a gallery, one or two patrons at a time, to Historic Oakland Cemetery.
One more hill to climb
It can be said the USC Aiken golf team has little else to prove this week. The No. 1-ranked Pacers already have shown they're one of the best college programs in Division II history. They've won 22 of their past 26 events, and they've only been beaten by Division I competition this season.
Carlisle is the coach behind the curtain
Carlisle is the coach behind the curtain
Michael Carlisle will tell you he has little to do with his team's success.
Freshmen are face of the team's future
Burkhart's putter is coming out of deep freeze at the right time
At one point, it appeared Dane Burkhart's 2005 season would never end.
Inconsistent Smith gets one final chance
Clint Smith's season nearly came undone with a quadruple bogey.
Brown lifts weights, expectations in breakout season
At the end of 2005, Scott Brown walked up to Midland Valley Country Club assistant pro Tommy Carpenter and told him he wanted to transform himself.
Scott still in lead after spotty round
IRVING, Texas - Adam Scott didn't have to look at the leaderboard to know he wasn't alone at the top. Not the way he was scrambling after such a quick start.
Inconsistent Smith gets one final chance
Clint Smith's season nearly came undone with a quadruple bogey.
Edfors makes two long putts to win British Masters
Freshmen are face of the team's future
Michael Carlisle had a purpose when he recruited Roberto Diaz and Matt Giftos. He needed two players to replace Scott Brown and Dane Burkhart after this season.
Webb goes wire-to-wire at Kingsmill
Golf roundup
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. - Methodical, steady and not at all flashy. Karrie Webb was all of those things, again, Saturday in the third round of the Michelob Ultra Open, looking more and more like the player who once ruled women's golf.
Burkhart's putter is coming out of deep freeze at the right time
Scott still in lead after spotty round
IRVING, Texas - Adam Scott didn't have to look at the leaderboard to know he wasn't alone at the top. Not the way he was scrambling after such a quick start.
Wadkins holds off Floyd with late birdie
DESTIN, Fla. - Bobby Wadkins had seen it happen before. Someone coming out of nowhere to beat him out of a Champions Tour winner's check.
Copeland, Ray lead Jackets to victory
Devils escape dubious history
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - The New Jersey Devils happily packed their bags for a quick trip to Carolina instead of for the long summer.
Devils escape dubious history
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - The New Jersey Devils happily packed their bags for a quick trip to Carolina instead of for the long summer.
Without me, my garden is doing better than ever
Good morning, master gardener Bill here, ready to help you with your home growing needs.
Who should get flu vaccines first?
This question keeps appearing in the news and I feel obligated to answer it. If there is a worldwide flu breakout, which I highly doubt, then our leaders should be the first to get the vaccine.Maurine Meleck, North Augusta, S.C.
Wanted: party with real solutions
As usual, the local Democratic party chairman's letter in The Chronicle calling for voters to support Democrats in the next election ("Now is the time to back Democrats," May 9) provided no real reason for us to do so. Telling us how rotten the other guys are is no longer enough. At least it's not for me. I'm ready to hear a political party with real ideas and workable solutions to our problems. ...
Golf course suffers from city's failings
Once again the city of Augusta has neglected property and allowed it to become a financial liability. And once again, some are playing the race card to divert attention from their bungling. Instead of accepting responsibility for the decline of The Patch, or rallying to save it, some are claiming racial discrimination is keeping patrons away. I just don't buy it.
Estella Hernandez, Martinez
Freedom of choice is trashed
As a Goshen resident, I have been quietly content in the fact that our area was omitted from the previous Richmond County communistic trash collection efforts. Unfortunately, it appears that it will come to an end shortly.Bill Field, Augusta
Freedom of choice is trashed
As a Goshen resident, I have been quietly content in the fact that our area was omitted from the previous Richmond County communistic trash collection efforts. Unfortunately, it appears that it will come to an end shortly.Bill Field, Augusta
Who should get flu vaccines first?
Wanted: party with real solutions
As usual, the local Democratic party chairman's letter in The Chronicle calling for voters to support Democrats in the next election ("Now is the time to back Democrats," May 9) provided no real reason for us to do so. Telling us how rotten the other guys are is no longer enough. At least it's not for me. I'm ready to hear a political party with real ideas and workable solutions to our problems. ...
Columnist casts skewed liberal line
Columnist casts skewed liberal line
Wow! Columnist Jim Wright is now gracing us with the liberal Democratic convoluted vomitations ("A deaf ear to Americans' concerns," April 26). Isn't Richmond County Democratic Party Chairman Lowell Greenbaum enough?
Wayne Johnson, Evans
Golf course suffers from city's failings
History-rich chargers add style to table
Big Apple is getting a big water park
Largest passenger ship arrives in New Jersey
Sky is the limit for character in comic
States again considering the spaceport business
As Net video multiplies, compression draws interest
Game review: Kingdom Hearts II
Internet helps analog photography hold on
Civil War is alive at first national military park
Do-it-yourself family
A do-it-yourself attitude and a nod to mom have made quite the mark in the home of Fred and Fatima Perrin .
States again considering the spaceport business
LOS ANGELES - The promise of blasting thrill-seeking tourists into space is fueling an unprecedented rush to build snazzy commercial spaceports.
Game review: Kingdom Hearts II
"Kingdom Hearts II" is a superbly crafted role-playing game with an intricate plot that weaves three characters - Sora, Donald and Goofy - through different worlds. With Disney and Final Fantasy characters at their side, they battle their enemies: the Heartless, Nobodies and Organization XIII.
Big Apple is getting a big water park
NEW YORK - A visit to the Big Apple always promised a great adventure: Times Square, Coney Island, the Empire State Building. There was never a need for some trumped-up theme park in the land of Trump himself.
Do-it-yourself family
A do-it-yourself attitude and a nod to mom have made quite the mark in the home of Fred and Fatima Perrin .
Living briefs
The Augusta Chronicle is revamping its food content, and we're going to readers for help. we are looking for recipes that families have used for years - those dishes that have stood the test of time and are used repeatedly.
Internet helps analog photography hold on
NEW YORK - With its market eviscerated by digital photography, Eastman Kodak Co. last year stopped making black-and-white photo paper.
Sky is the limit for character in comic
Cartoonist Mark Tatulli wants to welcome you to the dark side of childhood.
As Net video multiplies, compression draws interest
CONCORD, Mass. - With more and more video surging across the Internet not just to computers but also televisions and handheld devices, something that could relieve the congestion or improve the quality would be a huge breakthrough.
History-rich chargers add style to table
Dear Carson: This is in answer to a query in a recent column, regarding how chargers came into being. A charger, a larger plate or flat dish, was used to carry large joints of meat.
I knew I was my mother when ...
The Augusta Chronicle asked readers to share their experiences and detail that one profound moment when they realized they'd turned into their mothers.
I knew I was my mother when ...
The Augusta Chronicle asked readers to share their experiences and detail that one profound moment when they realized they'd turned into their mothers.
Largest passenger ship arrives in New Jersey
BAYONNE, N.J. - The world's largest cruise ship is so immense that even its captain hasn't finished exploring it.
Civil War is alive at first national military park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The first visitor to tour the battlefield at Lookout Mountain was Ulysses S. Grant. It was only days since his Union soldiers had captured the Confederate stronghold and turned the tide for the advance through Georgia that would spell the Confederacy's doom.
Bear sightings lead to gas station capture
He's old, he got lost and he wound up at a gas station.
Lost in translation: Agencies crossing language barriers
Sonny after dark
Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue (center) dances with students including Christie Siciliano (left), 17, and Emily Melo (right), 16, during an after-prom party held from 12:30 to 4 a.m. for students of Brookwood High School at the Governor's Mansion in Atlanta.
Waterway's depth shrinks
SAVANNAH, Ga. - The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the Interstate 95 for boaters, needs repair in Georgia.
Separate but equal
Six months ago, Jeneishea Beard was failing her eighth-grade language arts class at Harlem Middle School.
Race casts wide shadow over exodus
Stan Jones didn't pull any punches when answering a question about whether some white people are leaving Augusta for neighboring counties because their former home had become majority black.
Cosby asks Spelman grads to 'take charge'
ATLANTA - Bill Cosby challenged Spelman College's graduates "to take charge" Sunday, saying those leaving the historically black college for women have no choice but to lead.
Fraternity's presence angers neighborhood
Sex offenders must give street address
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Giant oysters might reveal clues to past
Giant oysters might reveal clues to past
SHELL BLUFF, Ga. - William Bartram, a respected naturalist of the 1700s, was among the first to describe the mammoth oysters jutting from a cliff along the Savannah River.
Arrest made in coach's slaying
Nearly three weeks after a youth baseball coach was found slain inside his Jenkins County home, police have arrested a Hart County man in his death.
Race casts wide shadow over exodus
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Bear sightings lead to gas station capture
Analysis: Corrupt leaders often start small
ATLANTA - Linda Schrenko has joined a growing list of corrupt public officials that includes former mayors Ed McIntyre, of Augusta, and Bill Campbell, of Atlanta; one-time legislator Charles Walker, of Augusta; and former commissioner Mitch Skandalakis, of Fulton County.
Cosby asks Spelman grads to 'take charge'
One killed in collision on U.S. Highway 1
County's white population falls as others' grow
Gayle Crawford knows some people who read this are going to take it the wrong way.
Blacks part of Augusta exodus
Though the majority of those leaving Augusta are white, it seems a number of blacks also are making tracks out of the Garden City.
Arrest made in coach's slaying
Man charged with Jenkins slaying
Nearly three weeks after a youth baseball coach was found slain inside his Jenkins County home, police have arrested a Hart County man in his death.
Some question cost of keeping Hunley
COLUMBIA - A taxpayer group and others are questioning the cost and means of paying for preservation of the Confederate submarine Hunley.
Ex-lawyer gets 28 years in securities fraud trial
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Kia Burton, 12, of North Augusta.
Across Georgia
NEWNAN - An 8-year-old child died early Saturday when fire destroyed the mobile home she lived in Newnan.
Veterans take up battle against obesity, disease
COLUMBIA - Marine Corps veteran Abdul Baseer-El survived a rocket attack in Da Nang but now is fighting a new enemy: obesity.
Lack of funds forces agency to cut back food deliveries
ATHENS, Ga. - Every weekday for 14 years, Bill Powell has taken hot meals to the doorsteps of elderly and disabled East Athens shut-ins.
News you can use
A rose by any other name might still be a rose, but each color has a different meaning. A hue that conveys a specific sentiment makes a gift of roses for Mother's Day, or any other special occasion, more meaningful. To make sure your special someone understands the message behind your gift, include the meaning of the roses on the card.
Where we live
You might not know his face, but you probably know his voice.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Town wants quiet nights
Boom, boom, boom. As cars screech by and people stand right outside her door talking into the wee hours of the morning, Mary Jones also hears the beat: Boom, boom, boom.
Kid of the day
Today's Kid of the Day is Meagan Burton of North Augusta
Across the area
Golf ball-size hail, a funnel cloud sighting and power outages near Thurmond Lake were the outcome of a Mother's Day afternoon and evening marked by looming tornado threats.
Fake mustache helps man slip into N. Augusta founder's shoes
The week ahead
The CSRA Writers will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1336 Augusta West Parkway. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, call (706) 738-4114.
Sex offenders must give street address
Albert Perdue is, for all accounts, a nowhere man. At least nowhere that local police can determine.
Widow seeks compensation
ATLANTA - Family members of DeKalb County Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown, who was slain more than five years ago in a murder-for-hire scheme by the incumbent he defeated, are seeking financial compensation for his death.
Analysis: Corrupt leaders often start small
Fun, games help school
Ben Kennard (left) engages in a padded pole battle with 10-year-old Austin Sprague at the Our Lady of Peace School Strawberry Festival in North Augusta.
County's white population falls as others' grow
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE - Even as the investigation into the failure of Carolina Investors Inc. continues, the first person imprisoned as part of one of the state's largest bankruptcies comes up for parole this week.
Lost in translation: Agencies crossing language barriers
Having the ability to speak Spanish has made Richmond County sheriff's Cpl. Raul Fernandez a busy man.
Across Georgia
SAVANNAH - Ellen Rollings Glasser is pedaling 150 miles a week to train for a Seattle-to-Washington bike ride organized by the American Lung Association to encourage smokers to stop and discourage children from picking up the habit.
Ex-lawyer gets 28 years in securities fraud trial
SAVANNAH, Ga. - As Reginald "Bubba" Haupt, face flushed and head held high, listened to the 18 verdicts in his securities fraud case, his victims reacted in personal ways.
Fraternity's presence angers neighborhood
ATHENS, Ga. - To the young men of Kappa Alpha, the annual Old South Parade down South Lumpkin Street represents chivalry, honor and all the other gentlemanly virtues of a bygone era.
Town wants quiet nights
Boom, boom, boom. As cars screech by and people stand right outside her door talking into the wee hours of the morning, Mary Jones also hears the beat: Boom, boom, boom.
Veterans take up battle against obesity, disease
Georgia starts incentive plan
ATLANTA - Georgia will provide bonuses to doctors who care for state employees with diabetes, officials said.
Some question cost of keeping Hunley
Across the area
A man is dead and a woman injured after a three-vehicle wreck Saturday morning on Interstate 20 that backed up eastbound traffic for about two hours.
Across South Carolina
MYRTLE BEACH - Two bikers died in separate accidents Saturday during the annual Myrtle Beach Bike Week motorcycle rally.
Lack of funds forces agency to cut back food deliveries
Fake mustache helps man slip into N. Augusta founder's shoes
Daniel Bollman has an alter ego, but it's all in his head.
Howell is at peace after Masters
It was the last place Charles Howell wanted to be on the Sunday of the Masters Tournament. He would have given anything to be playing in Amen Corner instead of reciting amens in a pew at First Baptist Church of Orlando.
Revisit a childhood adventure
Have you ever come across a book you had read as a kid, and decided to give it another read to relive a bit of your childhood through an adult's eyes?
"M:I3" hangs on to No. 1 at box office
"M:I3" hangs on to No. 1 at box office
LOS ANGELES - It was bottoms up for "Poseidon," as the cruise ship disaster remake failed to topple "Mission: Impossible III" from a second week atop the nation's box office, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Eric Bana reflects on 'Munich' controversy
NEW YORK - Eric Bana takes his career to another level in "Munich," Steven Spielberg's controversial film based on an equally controversial book, "Vengeance: The True Story of an Israeli Counter-Terrorist Team," by George Jonas. Both reconstruct Israel's reaction to the 1972 massacre of 11 of its athletes at the Munich Olympics.
McKellen does 'Da Vinci,' returns in 'X-Men'
McKellen does 'Da Vinci,' returns in 'X-Men'
LOS ANGELES - Forget busy summers. Ian McKellen has more big-screen action packed into the month of May than most British stage actors could hope for in a career.
Capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
Eric Bana reflects on 'Munich' controversy
T Bone Burnett returns with first album in 14 years
NEW YORK - Even if you don't know T Bone Burnett, you've probably heard his work.
Guns N' Roses makes a comeback - fans may not
LOS ANGELES - With concerts scheduled throughout Europe this summer and its 10-years-in-the-making album slated for release this fall, Guns N' Roses appears ready to make its rock 'n' roll comeback.
Q&A: 'Mission: Impossible' theme composer
Guns N' Roses makes a comeback - fans may not
T Bone Burnett returns with first album in 14 years
Q&A: 'Mission: Impossible' theme composer
NEW YORK - Dum-dum. Dum-dum-dum-dum. Dum-dum-dum-dum. Da-da-DA. Da-da-DA. However you like to hum it, Lalo Schifrin's original theme to "Mission: Impossible" ranks high in the pantheon of catchiest songs ever crafted. The New Yorker film critic Anthony Lane recently called it "only the most contagious tune ever heard by mortal ears."
Indy cars make world's fastest human look slow
Saturday night special: Biffle gambles, wins at Darlington
Darlington looking to build on momentum
DARLINGTON, S.C. - After the weekend Chris Browning had, no one would blame him if he sat back with a satisfied smile about Darlington Raceway's successful weekend.
Indy qualifying at mercy of weather
Biffle finishes out front
DARLINGTON, S.C. - Nobody had led more laps this year on the Nextel Cup Series circuit than Greg Biffle. But of the 715 times he's been out front this year, none were on the final lap.
Jarrett will switch sides
DARLINGTON, S.C. - Toyota is guaranteed having its new Camry in the season- opening Daytona 500 next year with the addition of Dale Jarrett at Michael Waltrip Racing.
Saturday night special: Biffle gambles, wins at Darlington
DARLINGTON, S.C. - Greg Biffle came into Saturday night's Dodge Charger 500 with one goal: A top five finish.
Indy qualifying at mercy of weather
INDIANAPOLIS - With Pole Day rained out for the third time in four years and more rain possible today, track officials were scrambling to devise contingency plans for qualifying and determining the pole position.
Darlington looking to build on momentum
Indy cars make world's fastest human look slow
INDIANAPOLIS - The world's fastest human seems downright pedestrian next to the world's fastest oval-track race cars.
James carries Cavs back into series
Heat get contributions from many on way to 3-1 lead
History turns against Spurs in second-round series
James carries Cavs back into series
CLEVELAND - LeBron James wasn't quite ready for his first taste of the NBA playoffs to end swiftly.
History turns against Spurs in second-round series
DALLAS - Robert Horry credits his career of clutch shots to a positive thinking class he took in high school.
Heat get contributions from many on way to 3-1 lead
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - There's a notion swirling around the NBA, one suggesting that the Miami Heat will go only as far as Dwyane Wade and Shaquille O'Neal will take them.
Norwood is ready to join Vick on Falcons' fast track
Falcons' injured players rest up
Eva Eloise Johnston (PLEASANT, S.C.)
PLEASANT, S.C. - Eva Eloise Johnston, 87, of Mt. Pleasant, widow of Edward A. Johnston, entered into eternal rest Sunday, May 14, 2006. The friends and relatives of Eva Johnston are invited to attend her memorial service in Mount Pleasant Chapel, Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 10:00 o'clock. Friends may call at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel, Tuesday, May 16, 2006 between 6:00 until 8:00 o'clock. Mrs. Johnston was born November 1, 1918, daughter of Hugh Sanders and Mazzie Fail Sanders. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mt. Pleasant, SC and a former member of Warrenville First Baptist Church in Warrenville, SC. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Great Lore for Art, and an artist in Aiken Co., SC. She is survived by one son Michael David Johnston and his wife Suzanne of Mt. Pleasant, SC, two grandsons, Brett T. Johnston and Michael D. Johnston Jr., both of Mt. Pleasant, SC. She was preceded indeath by her two sons Patrick Johnston and Stanley Johnston. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to East Cooper Meals on Wheels, 2304 N. Hwy 17, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com .
Karl E. Scupin (CLARKS HILL, S.C.)
CLARKS HILL, S.C. - Karl E. Scupin, 39, son of Becky Scupin and the late Joch Scupin, of Scupin Road, entered into rest Saturday, May 13, 2006. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 5 p.m., at Lakemont Presbyterian Church. Interment will be private. Family will receive friends this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rowland Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Mercy Ministries c/o Lakemont Presbyterian Church, 1000 Bluebird Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James A. "Zag" Moore (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga.- Mr. James A. "Zag" Moore, 53, beloved son of Lois Johnson Moore went to be with Jesus on May 12, 2006, from University Hospital after a long illness. A Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May, 16, 2006, at the Wrens City Cemetery with Rev. Joey Thompson officiating. He was a life long resident of the Augusta area, having also lived in Beech Island and North Augusta. He was a graduate of Jackson High School and Orangeburg Technical College and was a member of First Baptist Church of Beech Island. Mr. Moore was a carpenter, a truck driver and an amateur musician, and an avid fisherman. In addition to his Mother he is survived by one sister, Mary Anne (Kenneth) Hill, of Martinez; two brothers, Randy (Patricia) Moore, of Wilmington, NC; and William Kenny (Patricia) Moore of Little Mountain, SC; three nieces, Angelica Farrow, Jessica Moore, and Alexzander Moore, two nephews, Michael Moore and Eric Moore, and numerous friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Josh R. Moore and a nephew, Michael A. Hill. He will be greatly missed. He dearly loved and was loved by friends and family. He was always ready to lend a helping hand and had a cheerful smile for everyone. If so desired Memorials may be made to Crawford Ave. Baptist Church 507 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-3636
Beth Simmons (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Beth Fennell Simmons, age 63, of Swainsboro, GA died on Saturday, May 13, 2006, at her residence after an extended illness. Funeral services will be Monday, May 15th, at 11 AM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in Wiggins Cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
James D. Hensley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Retired Army Sergeant and a proud member of "The Greatest Generation", James (Jim) D. Hensley, entered into rest on May 11, 2006, at Portsbridge Hospice Center, Augusta. He leaves cherished memories with his wife of almost 60 years, Sigrid Hensley; son and daughter-in-law, Walt and Carol Hensley of Roswell, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Angela and Clark Yarbrough of Carlisle, PA; grandson, Trent Hensley of Atlanta, GA; and granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Nicole and Adam Goerge of Charlottesville, VA Jim was a native of Murphy, NC. As a career military soldier and Ranger, he was a veteran of WWII. He served in the 100th Division, 398th Infantry Regiment, Anti Tank Company, entering the European Theater in France where he was awarded the Bronze Star. During the Korean Conflict, he was attached to the 3rd Infantry Division, 39th Field Artillery. Following retirement from the military in 1965, he worked forthe postal service for 18 years. Jim was a long-time member of the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection where he regularly assisted in the soup kitchen; actively participated in the Older Adults Program and the Pacesetters Sunday School Class, as well as other charitable organizations. Jim belonged to the American Legion - Jack. C. Fortune Post 205, where he was Past Commander. He was a 32nd degree Mason, member of Richmond Lodge #412 F&AM, and a Scottish Rite Mason. He was also a member of the Clarence Cohen Chapter No. 162 of National Sojourners, Inc., VFW Post 649, North Augusta Country Club, the Audubon Society and was a Master Gardner. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral services with full military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 825 Greene St., Augusta, with Pastor David Hunter officiating. Pallbearers will be active duty members of the U.S. Army Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Pacesetters Sunday School Class and American Legion Post 205. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 825 Greene St. Augusta, GA 30901 or to Portsbridge Hospice Center, 1365 Interstate Pkwy. Augusta, GA 30909. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Hardy V. Thomas (HOMELAND, Ga.)
HOMELAND, Ga. - Hardy V. Thomas, 71, of Homeland, passed away Friday, May 12th Shands Jacksonville following an illness. He was born in Waycross, Ga. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam and retired following 20 years of dedicated service. He was a member of the Homeland Church of God. He was preceded in death by his step-daughter, Ruby Santrock and two sisters, Mary Creel and Francis Slack. He is survived by his wife, Earline Sikes Thomas; six step-daughters, Edna Dinkins, Joan (John) Dixon, Willene (Rolleen) Johnson, Linda (Nal) Creel, Elaine (Freddie) Watson and Barbara Meadows; two brothers, Betty Corbett, Barbara Watson, Kay Thomas, and Katherine (Larry) Young; 21 grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Sunday, May 14 at Shepard Funeral Home from 7-9 P.M. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 15, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at the Shepard Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Glen Carter officiating. Burial will be in Homeland Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shawn Meadows, Tracy White, Mark Jolley, Jimmy White, Mike Taylor and Dustin Brown. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Howard Enfinger (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Howard Enfinger, 77, husband Mildred Shears Enfinger entered into rest on Sunday, May 14, 2006 at the residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road
Roy T. Brown (MIDVILLE, Ga. )
MIDVILLE, Ga. Mr. Roy T. Brown, Jr., age 81, resident of Midville, Ga., died Saturday at Community Hospice in Vidalia. Mr. Brown was a native and lifelong resident of Emanuel County. Mr. Brown was the son of the Roy and Janie Brown. He was a farmer and United State Army Veteran of WWII. Survivors include his wife, Margie Brown, Midville, Ga.; nephew, Benton Goodloe, Apollo Beach, Fla.; three nieces, Margaret Ward, Thomson, Ga., Mary Sue Scott, Augusta, Ga., Linda Gates, Dalton, Ga. Graveside service for Mr. Roy T. Brown, Jr. will be held Monday afternoon at 3:00 P.M. from the Midville City Cemetery with Reverend Leonard Quick officiating. The family will be at their home, 2775 Hwy. 56 N. Arrangements are by Tomlinson Funeral Home of Swainsboro. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jim McGuyton (BONEVILLE, Ga.)
BONEVILLE, Ga. - Mr. James Etheridge "Jim" McGuyton, Sr., age 64, beloved husband of Betty Ann McGuyton of Boneville Road, died Sunday May 7, 2006 in Brevard county, Florida. Services will be held 3:00 PM Sunday May 14, 2006, in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Steve Lamb officiating. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery, Mr. McGuyton was a native of Atlanta, a Truck Driver for over 45 years and was owner and operator of J&B Trucking. He was preceded in death by his mother Esterleen Howard McGuyton, and is survived by wife: Betty Ann Meadows McGuyton, of Boneville, two daughters: Nicky & Victor Howell of Thomson, and Cathy Williams of Appling, two sons: James E. McGuyton, Jr. and Willis & Paige Purvis all of Thomson, daughter: Debroha Riexinger, of Atlanta, father & step-mother: Etheridge and Marie Wilson McGuyton of Junction City, KS, two sisters: Connie Brannan of Littleton, CO, and Patricia Riffel of Junction City, KS, two brothers: Rodney McGuyton of Panama, and Donald McGuyton of Casper, WY, , nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, several ants, uncles, cousins nieces, nephews and friends. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
James A. Moore (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James A. "Zag" Moore, 53, beloved son of Lois Johnson Moore went to be with Jesus on May 12, 2006, from University Hospital after a long illness. A Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May, 16, 2006, at the Wrens City Cemetery with Rev. Joey Thompson officiating. He was a life long resident of the Augusta area, having also lived in Beech Island and North Augusta. He was a graduate of Jackson High School and Orangeburg Technical College and was a member of First Baptist Church of Beech Island. Mr. Moore was a carpenter, a truck driver and an amateur musician, and an avid fisherman. In addition to his Mother he is survived by one sister, Mary Anne Hill, of Martinez; two brothers, Randy (Patricia) Moore, of Wilmington, NC; and William Kenny (Patricia) Moore of Little Mountain, SC; three nieces, Angelica Farrow, Jessica Moore, and Alexzander Moore, two nephews, Michael Moore and Eric Moore, and numerous friends. He was preceded in death buy his father, Josh R. Moore and a nephew, Michael A. Hill. He will be greatly missed. He dearly loved and was loved by friends and family. He was always ready to lend a helping hand and had a cheerful smile for everyone. Visitation will be Monday , May 15, at the Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. If so desired Memorials may be made to Crawford Ave. Baptist Church 507 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-3636 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
K.C. Powell (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Keylon C. (K. C.) Powell, Jr., 80, entered into rest on Sunday, May 14, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice. Mr. Powell was born in Wrens, GA but had lived in Augusta for the past 64 years. He was a member of Mize Memorial United Methodist Church where he had served as Sunday School Superintendent, Vice Chair of the Administrative Board, President of the United Methodist Men and Chair of the Council of Ministries. As a US Navy Veteran of WWII, Mr. Powell served in the Philippines. He was a member of the American Legion Richmond Post 63, one of the original members of Green Meadows Country Club, and a past president of the North Augusta Boating Club. He retired from Doctors & Merchants Credit Bureau. For many years, he enjoyed boating and fishing and was an avid golfer. Mr. Powell, the oldest of seven children, was predeceased by his parents, Keylon C. Powell, Sr. and Lucille Sheppard Powell. He was the husband of the late Mary Jones Powell and thelate Alta Grammer Powell. Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-law: Beth and Nick Evans of Augusta and Kaye and Larry Ward of Martinez; step-daughters: Lynette Kelleher (Tim) of Martinez, the late Janet Blackstone (Albert) and step-son Dwayne Wheatley (Donna) of Martinez; sister: Ruth P. Barnes (Gene) of Fremont, CA; grandchildren: Kim E. Trotter (Jim), Kathi E. Trotter (Dennis), Chad Evans and Jenny Ward; seven step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Rev. Fred Heard and Rev. C.W. Edwards, Jr. officiating. Pallbearers will be Chad Evans, David Blackstone, Mitchell Florence, Gene Hollins, Jr., Brian McKinney, Kenny Kinsey and Dr. Charles Shaefer. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Mize Memorial United Methodist Church, 302 Barrow Dr., Augusta, GA 30906. The family will receive friends today, Monday, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Albert McNure (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Albert Benton McNure, age 55, of Swainsboro, died on Friday, May 12, 2006, at his residence after an extended illness. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 13th, at 4 PM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment was in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
Mary Ann Stewart (HILLSIDE, N.J.)
HILLSIDE, N.J. - Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Ann Stapleton Stewart age 73 of Hillside, NJ, formerly of Wrens, Ga., will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 11 a.m., at the Mt. Teaman A.M.E. Church in Elizabeth, New Jersey with interment to follow in Graceland Memorial Gardens. Survivors are one daughter, Rev. Gail L. Davis of Hillside, N.J.; three sons, James (Mamouca) Stewart of Howell, N.J., Anthony Stewart of Hillside, N.J. and Gregory (Angie) Stewart of Elizabeth, N.J.; three sisters, Mildred Davis and Willie Ruth Holmes both of Augusta and Sara Farmer of Wrens; a sister-in-law, Hattie Stapleton of Thomson, Ga.; grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Plinton-Curry Funeral Home, 411 West Broad Street, Westfield, N.J., 07090 (908) 232-6869 in charge. Courtesy of Freeman Funeral Home, 402 Curtis St., Wrens, Ga.
Martina Allen Clark (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Martina Allen Clark of Evans, GA passed away on May 11, 2006 at her residence. She was the wife of the late John Gordon Clark, Jr., who passed away in 1997. She was the daughter of the late Hazel Strickland and the late J. Elvin Sleister and the late William Henry Allen. She was born in Augusta, GA and lived her entire life in Augusta and Evans. Martina was known for many years as 'The Tupperware Lady', as she was one of the first dealers in Georgia. Later, she with her husband, owned the Tupperware franchise for a large portion of Georgia. She retired after 10 years, with many accolades and awards. In 1975, she came out of retirement to open, with her daughters, Martina's Flowers and Gifts. She was an astute businesswoman and worked tirelessly, with her children, to build Martina's into one of the largest florists in the Southeast. She retired again in 1992 and spent the rest of her years serving others. She was very active in the ministries of her church, West Acres Baptist, and for a number of years cooked meals for the L.O.T.S. Ministry in Augusta. She was a remarkable Southern lady, who loved her Lord, her family and her church and served them faithfully her entire life. Survivors include two daughters, Deborah C. Partridge (John), of Evans, Cynthia C. Britt (James) of Birmingham, AL; one son, John Allen Clark (Sandy), of Evans; six grandchildren, Heather Partridge Johnson (Travis), Adrienne Partridge Colvin (Clay), Michele Britt Lovett (Jimmy), Alison Britt Lovett (Timmy), Collin Britt and Christa Lee Clark; six great-grandchildren, Haley Johnson, Payton Johnson, Ridge Johnson, Ansley Colvin, Abby Colvin and Jackson Britt Lovett; two sisters, Madeline Allen Newton (Rev. Willis) of Oceanside, CA and Marlene Sleister Karr (David), Augusta. The Celebration of her life will be held Tuesday May 16, 4 pm at West Acres Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Harmon officiating. Interment will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Active Pallbearers will be John Clark, Richard Dent, Bobby Kerr, Keith Nelms, Tommy Perdue, George Sleister, Johnny Williams, and Henry Wilson. Honorary escort will be the employees of Martina's Flowers and Gifts. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday May 15 from 6 to 9 pm. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA 30908 706-860-6166 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Charles J. Lee (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Charles J. (Nick) Lee will be held Thursday, May 17, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Greater St. James Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Interment will follow services in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. Reno Tapley Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
Norris Reedy (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. -The funeral service for Mr. Norris 'Touche' Reedy, Jr. will be 1:00 P.M. Tuesday at Phinazee and Son Funeral Home with Rev. Victor Sweet officiating. Interment will be in Pines Cemetery. His family will cherish his memories with love and devotion. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Glasglow Griffin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Glasglow S. Griffin, Sr., will be held 2 p.m., Monday May 15, 2006 at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Johnston, with Rev Leonard Griffin officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The remains will lie in state in the church from noon until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 1:15. p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 250 Coral Street, Edgefield, S.C.
Yvonne Connelly (LEXINGTON, S.C.)
LEXINGTON, S.C. - Mrs. Yvonne Timmerman Cato Connelly, 57, wife of Ronnie A. Connelly, Sr., died May 12, 2006 at her home. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 15, 2006, 11 a.m., at Edgefield First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Eastview Cemetery. Mrs. Connelly was a native of Edgefield County. She was employed by the S.C. Dept. of Corrections. Survivors include her husband, her mother, Joyce Hood Timmerman, Easley; three sons, Rodney Cato and Kevin Cato, both of Trenton, Ronnie (Ron) Connelly, Jr., Leesville; one brother, Stuart Timmerman, Liberty; one sister, Kathy Smith, Piedmont; seven grandchildren. The family is at the home of Anne Connelly in Edgefield and will receive friends Sunday 3 to 5 at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jewelle P. Harper (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Our mother was born Jewelle Marcella Fallaw on August 5, 1916 to Genevieve and Baxter Fallaw in Batesburg, SC. Weighing only 2 lbs. the doctor told the family that she probably would not live, but live she did! There are 20 direct descendents to prove it. Jewelle, 89, entered into rest on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at Brandon Wilde. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 in the Platt's Belair Road Chapel with Rev. David Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in Westover Memorial Park in Augusta. Mrs. Harper was a homemaker and after moving to Augusta, where she spent most of her life, she served on the University Hospital Women's Board for many years. Family members include, two daughters, Gayle Lofgren Canaday (Mac) of Charleston, SC; and Patti P. Rice(Maurice - deceased) of N. Augusta, SC; one son, James "Jim" Edward Peterson (Harriet), Lynchburg, VA; eight grandchildren, Lisa Patchin-Rodeghier, Dana Patchin Bowers, Tara Patchin Sherman, Robert Lofgren, Jr. and Valerie Lofgren McKernan, David Rice, Drew Rice, and Cathy Rice, and nine great grandchildren, Cody Bowers, Tyler Bowers, Savannah Sherman, Cas Sherman, Amanda McKernan, Garrett McKernan , Robert McKernan, Megan Rice and Kyle Rice. She was predeceased by her first husband, James Edward Peterson and second husband, James Walker Harper and one sister, Yvonne Ragan. Pallbearers will be David Rice, Kyle Rice, Robert Lofgren Sr., Robert Lacey, Joe Vignati, Bradley Ragan, Scott Ragan, Stephen Bowers and Jay Harper. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Lofgren, Jr., Brad Ragen, Cody Bowers and Tyler Bowers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 from 6 until 8 pm at Platt's Funeral Home, Belair Road. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, Ste. 104, Augusta, GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809 (706) 860-6166 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Evie Roberson (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)
MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. -Mrs. Evie Braswell Roberson,died on Wednesday, May 10, 2006. Family visitation will be held on Monday evening at 127 Walton Way, Milledgeville from 5-8 p.m. Memorial services will be held Tuesday afternoon, May 23rd at 1:00 P.M. from M. C. Memorial Church of God in Christ, Wrighstville, Ga. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Evie Roberson (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)
MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. -Mrs. Evie Braswell Roberson,died on Wednesday, May 10, 2006. Family visitation will be held on Monday evening at 127 Walton Way, Milledgeville from 5-8 p.m. Memorial services will be held Tuesday afternoon, May 23rd at 1:00 P.M. from M. C. Memorial Church of God in Christ, Wrighstville, Ga. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Jerome John Benoit (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Jerome John Benoit, SFC, US Army, ret'd., 81, of Augusta entered into rest, Saturday, May 13, 2006. Arrangements will be announced later by Poteet Funeral Homes West Chapel, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA 706-860-0009.
Beatrice Walker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Ms. Beatrice Walker of Walton Way entered into rest Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the residence. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Good Samaritan Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Warren Turner, Jr. Ph.D, officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Kathleen Medlock (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Kathleen Rearden Medlock, 84, of Plum Branch Highway, died Saturday May 13, 2006. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home.
Steve Braddy (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Steve Braddy, 317 East Elder St., Sandersville, died on Wednesday, May 10, 2006 in Vidalia, Ga. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 2 p.m. from Saint Paul A.M.E. Church, Sandersville, With Rev. Gilbert R. Dean officiating. Interment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
J. Barron Holsenback (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 10, 2006, James Barron Holsenback, 76, husband of the late Martha Holsenback. Family members are his sisters; Mary Johnson and her husband Neil of Augusta, Kay Ivey and her husband Donnell of Hephzibah ,brother; John Holsenback and his wife Karen of Imperial Beach, CA. Mr. Holsenback was preceded in death by his parents; James and Maudell Holsenback , his sister; Nancy Whayden and his brother; William Holsenback. He was a member of the Church of The Most Holy Trinity. Memorial services will be at a later date. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, Ga. (706) 364-8484
Beatrice Walker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Ms. Beatrice Walker of Walton Way entered into rest Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the residence. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Good Samaritan Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Warren Turner, Jr. Ph.D, officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. Ms. Walker was a native of Burke, Co., Ga., a member of the Good Samaritan Baptist Church. Survivors are one son, Deon (Vickie) Mack, Hartford, Conn.; three grandchildren, Valencia Deon, Victor Deon and Terrance Mack, Hartford; four sisters, Dotsie Bell Leathers, Waynesboro, Ga., Irene Ivery, Gloria Jean (Dea. Leroy) Wells and Barbara Jean Walker, Augusta; three brothers, Charles (Annie) Walker, Waynesboro, Otis Walker, Chicago, Ill. and Willie Eugene Walker, Augusta; maternal aunt, Iren Elzie, Augusta; sisters-in-law, Margaret Walker and Bessie Walker, Detroit, Mich.; god brother, Taylor Collins, Augusta; dear friend, Gloria Anderson, N.C.; a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Williams S. Brooks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Williams ' Bill' S. Brooks Jr., beloved husband of Theresa 'TR' Brooks, entered into rest on Friday evening, April 28, 2006 with his family by his side. A native of Atlanta, GA., Mr. Brooks was a graduate of Auburn University where he earned a Bachelors in Architecture and furthered his education by attending Howard College where he earned a Bachelors of Science. He was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. In 1983 he retired after 28 years with Sears Roebuck Co, in Augusta. After retiring he had many careers including a Realtor, Economic Developer, Restaurateur, and had recently worked with his wife at Brooks & Brooks and Sweet N Salty in Martinez, GA. He was a member of the Shepard's Chapel and was a US Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was an active member of the Senior Bridge Center. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather to the following, his wife, Theresa 'TR' Brooks,his children, Mary Virginia Brooks, Stefanee Berry and her husband Todd, Shara Kerr and her husband Bobby, Dr. Bill Brooks and his wife Debbie, Ricky Brooks and his wife Cathy, Randy Brooks and his wife Suzanne, two brothers Tom Brooks and his wife Mary Anna, Palmer Brooks and his wife Barbara, Sister in Law, Margorene Carlton, Brother in Laws, Charles Farr and Mayo Robbins, Grandchildren, Hunter Berry, Joseph Sparks, Lacy Brooks, Benjamin Brooks, Will Brooks, Sara Brooks, Hillary Brooks, Kayla Brooks, Tiffany Edenfield and Wesley Edenfield. Special recognition and thanks are extended to his son in laws, Todd Berry and Bobby Kerr for their loving attention and support during Mr. Brooks final weeks of life. All family and friends are invited to the Celebration of his life held at Savannah Rapids Pavilion on Sunday, May 21st @ 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Georgia War Veterans Patients 1101 15th Street Augusta, GA 30901 Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Georgia Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Kathleen R. Medlock (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Kathleen Rearden Medlock, 84, wife of the late Sam Medlock died 05-13-06. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday 05-16-06 at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home with burial in Eastview Cemetery. Mrs. Medlock was a native of Edgefield County and she was retired from Mt. Veron Mills with over 40 years of service. Survivors include one son, Gene (Jeannie) Medlock, Clinton; one brother Julian Rearden, Aiken; two granddaughters Charity Johnson, Ft. Walton Beach FL., Shannon Medlock, Anderson; two great-grandchildren Charles C. Johnson and Virginia Moore; two nieces Ruth Bailey Nicholcon, Greenwood and Evelyn B. Wainscott, Frankfort KY. Mrs. Medlock was predeceased by one son, one grandson, one sister and one brother. The family will receive friends Monday 6 to 8 PM at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Darris Hutcherson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Darris Lee Hutcherson, age 52, of Augusta entered into rest Friday, May 12, 2006. Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, he had lived in Augusta most of his life. He was a son of Dorothy Perrin Hutcherson of Augusta and the late Johny Hutcherson, and was also preceded in death by a brother Johnie Wayne Hutcherson. He had served with the US Army. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are three daughters, Tara Ford, and Susan Gonzales both of Augusta, and Alison Hutcherson of Aiken, SC; one brother, Garry Hutcherson of Keyser, WV; and is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Laurie Patterson of Augusta, John Hutcherson of Waynesboro, Elizabeth McCall of Laughlintown, PA, and Jonathan Hutcherson of Cumberland, MD. A graveside service will be held at noon Monday, May 15, 2006 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 7-9pm Sunday at Poteet Funeral Homes, West Chapel, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA 706-860-0009. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Paul E. Buchholz (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.-Funeral arrangements for Mr. Paul E. Buchholz, 84, of Norman Street, North Augusta, SC who died May 14, 2006 will be announced. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803.278.1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com
Jim McGuyton (BONEVILLE, Ga.)
BONEVILLE, Ga. - Mr. James Etheridge "Jim" McGuyton, Sr., age 64, beloved husband of Betty Ann McGuyton of Boneville Road, died Sunday May 7, 2006 in Brevard county, Florida. Services will be held 3:00 PM Sunday May 14, 2006, in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Steve Lamb officiating. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery, Mr. McGuyton was a native of Atlanta, a Truck Driver for over 45 years and was owner and operator of J&B Trucking. He was preceded in death by his mother Esterleen Howard McGuyton, and is survived by wife: Betty Ann Meadows McGuyton, of Boneville, two daughters: Nicky & Victor Howell of Thomson, and Cathy Williams of Appling, two sons: James E. McGuyton, Jr. and Willis & Paige Purvis all of Thomson, daughter: Debroha Riexinger, of Atlanta, father & step-mother: Etheridge and Marie Wilson McGuyton of Junction City, KS, two sisters: Connie Brannan of Littleton, CO, and Patricia Riffel of Junction City, KS, two brothers: Rodney McGuyton of Panama, and Donald McGuyton of Casper, WY, , nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, several ants, uncles, cousins nieces, nephews and friends. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Richard L. Foreman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, May 13, 2006, at his residence, Mr. Richard L. Foreman, 78. Mr. Foreman was a native of Quincy, IL but had lived in Augusta since 1970. He retired from the US Army as a Sergeant First Class after 24 years of service during which time he earned the Bronze Star and many other commendations. Family members include his loving wife of 48 years, Tomoko Foreman; daughters and sons-in-law, Debby and Kipp Stroud of Hephzibah; Christeen and Wolfgang Tolle of Ashburn, VA; Jane and Ronnie Shepherd of Evans, GA: four grandchildren, Jessica Stroud, Joshua Stroud, Whitney Shepherd and Chad Shepherd; one sister, Darlene Snyder of Paris, IL, and a beloved niece, Teri McVicker. Graveside funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 2:00 P.M., in Bellevue Memorial Gardens with Rev. Tom Compton officiating with Military Honors. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 1105 Furys Lane, Suite D., Augusta, GA 30907 or the American Lung Association of Georgia, 2050 Walton Way, Suite 208, Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 16, 2006, from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert McGahee (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Deacon Robert McGahee entered into rest on Friday, May 12, 2006. He leaves cherished memories to his beautiful daughters; Gloria A. McGahee, Robbiestene McGahee, Patricia (Pat) M. Oatman, Gertrude (Trudy) Paschal; his adorable grandchildren, Rayan Nikia Oatman, Brian K. Oatman, Jr., Brandon J. Paschal, Breanna M. Paschal, LaPetria Belton; sister, Annie Bell Lawson; brother, Horace (Evelyn) McGahee; devoted son-in-law James Paschal; sister-in-law Mary McGahee; brother-in-law, Julian T. Dunn and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Lance Eric O'Tyson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Lance Eric O'Tyson, 39, husband of Mrs. Tonya Posey O'Tyson, entered in to rest on Sunday, May 14, 2006, at the University Hospital. The funeral will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, 2006, at Central Christian Church with Rev. James McDaniel officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Monday evening (tonight) from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Platt's Funeral Home 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-3636. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ashlaya Bynum (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. -Entered into rest May 10, 2006, Baby Girl Ashlaya Bynum, Hephzibah. Survivors include her mother, Tiffany Bynum; father, Timothy Baker; three brothers; three sisters; grandparents, Mrs. Tammy Bynum ( Marvin) Whitley, Mr. Isaac Hunter, II, Virginia. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 11 a.m. from Palmer Grove Baptist Church, McBean, Ga., Rev. J.J. Smith officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home. Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's.
Martina Allen Clark (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Martina Allen Clark of Evans, GA passed away on May 11, 2006 at her residence. She was the wife of the late John Gordon Clark, Jr., who passed away in 1997. She was the daughter of the late Hazel Strickland and the late J. Elvin Sleister and the late William Henry Allen. She was born in Augusta, GA and lived her entire life in Augusta and Evans. Martina was known for many years as 'The Tupperware Lady', as she was one of the first dealers in Georgia. Later, she with her husband, owned the Tupperware franchise for a large portion of Georgia. She retired after 10 years, with many accolades and awards. In 1975, she came out of retirement to open, with her daughters, Martina's Flowers and Gifts. She was an astute businesswoman and worked tirelessly, with her children, to build Martina's into one of the largest florists in the Southeast. She retired again in 1992 and spent the rest of her years serving others. She was very active in the ministries of her church, West Acres Baptist, and for a number of years cooked meals for the L.O.T.S. Ministry in Augusta. She was a remarkable Southern lady, who loved her Lord, her family and her church and served them faithfully her entire life. Survivors include two daughters, Deborah C. Partridge (John), of Evans, Cynthia C. Britt (James) of Birmingham, AL; one son, John Allen Clark (Sandy), of Evans; six grandchildren, Heather Partridge Johnson (Travis), Adrienne Partridge Colvin (Clay), Michele Britt Lovett (Jimmy), Alison Britt Lovett (Timmy), Collin Britt and Christa Lee Clark; six great-grandchildren, Haley Johnson, Payton Johnson, Ridge Johnson, Ansley Colvin, Abby Colvin and Jackson Britt Lovett; two sisters, Madeline Allen Newton (Rev. Willis) of Oceanside, CA and Marlene Sleister Karr (David), Augusta. The Celebration of her life will be held Tuesday May 16, 4 p.m. at West Acres Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Harmon officiating. Interment will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Active Pallbearers will be John Clark, Richard Dent, Bobby Kerr, Keith Nelms, Tommy Perdue, George Sleister, Johnny Williams, and Henry Wilson. Honorary escort will be the employees of Martina's Flowers and Gifts. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday May 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd., Evans, GA 30908 706-860-6166
Eloise Stewart (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Eloise Burton Stewart entered into rest on Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Mrs. Stewart leaves cherished memories to her family; husband, Jeff Stewart, Jr. ; daughter, Sallie Burton Hilliard; granddaughters, Rochelle L. (Daniel) Cruz, Rita Hilliard Jones; sister, Lula P. Beard, Brooklyn, N.Y.; brothers, George (Marie) Lewis, Joe (Nora) Lewis and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, May 16, 2006, at First Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2040 Ebenezer Drive, Hephzibah, with Pastor Moses Anderson, officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday from 6 to 8 pm at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Hazel Ross (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Hazel Ross, age 87, entered into rest Sunday, May 14, 2006 at her home. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Rd., Augusta, GA 706-798-8886.
Ruby Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Ruby Inez Davidson Brown, 89, of Augusta, entered in to rest on Friday, May 12, 2006, at the residence. The funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 15, 2006, at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church with Rev. Robert C. Daniel and Rev. Boyd Lien officiating. Interment will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Mrs. Brown was a native of Columbia county and was the daughter of the late Charles Wesley Davidson and the late Cora Frances Spires Davidson. She was a member of Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church and had retired from civil service. Survivors include her husband, Jack C. Brown, two daughters, Rebecca B. McKenzie and son in law, Donald H. McKenzie of Knoxville, TN; and Mary B. Tidwell and son in law Dr. Joel R. Tidwell, of Douglasville, GA, one sister, Alma D. Hatcher of Evans, and four grandchildren, Jason Patrick McKenzie, Melissa Tidwell Pittman, Travis Joel Tidwelland Merritt Elizabeth Tidwell. Pallbearers will be Travis Joel Tidwell, William J. Murphy Jr., James P. Hatcher Jr.; Jason Patrick McKenzie, Robert Doyle Pittman and Glenn Davis. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Matthews Covenant Sunday School Class and the Prime Timers of Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends this evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. If so desired, memorials may be made to the St. Joseph Hospice 2269 Wrightsboro Road Augusta, GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-3636 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert McGahee (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Deacon Robert McGahee entered into rest on Friday, May 12, 2006. He leaves cherished memories to his beautiful daughters; Gloria A. McGahee, Robbiestene McGahee, Patricia (Pat) M. Oatman, Gertrude (Trudy) Paschal; his adorable grandchildren, Rayan Nikia Oatman, Brian K. Oatman, Jr., Brandon J. Paschal, Breanna M. Paschal, LaPetria Belton; sister, Annie Bell Lawson; brother, Horace (Evelyn) McGahee; devoted son-in-law James Paschal; sister-in-law Mary McGahee; brother-in-law, Julian T. Dunn and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Dannie Guillebeau (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. -Mr. Dannie Guillebeau, husband of Susan Guillebeau, entered into rest Saturday, May 13, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital, Augusta, Ga. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Starling Funeral Home, Harlem. E-mail condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Darris Hutcherson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Darris Lee Hutcherson, age 52, of Augusta entered into rest Friday, May 12, 2006. Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, he had lived in Augusta most of his life. He was a son of Dorothy Perrin Hutcherson of Augusta and the late Johny Hutcherson, and was also preceded in death by a brother Johnie Wayne Hutcherson. He had served with the US Army. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are three daughters, Tara Ford, and Susan Gonzales both of Augusta, and Alison Hutcherson of Aiken, SC; one brother, Garry Hutcherson of Keyser, WV; and is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Laurie Patterson of Augusta, John Hutcherson of Waynesboro, Elizabeth McCall of Laughlintown, PA, and Jonathan Hutcherson of Cumberland, MD. A graveside service will be held at noon Monday, May 15, 2006 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 7-9pm Sunday at Poteet Funeral Homes, West Chapel, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA 706-860-0009. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
George Junior Parker (ARCADIA, FL.)
ARCADIA, FL. -Graveside services for Mr. George Junior Parker of Arcadia, Fla., formerly of Thomson, Ga., will be held Monday, May 15, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery, Elder Ella Mae Samuels officiating. Survivors are one son, Anthony B. Alexander; mother, Susie M. Parker; sister, Dorothy L. Alexander; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Featured obituary: Mr. J.C. Rachels
If asked, J.C. Rachels would tell the story from early in his days working at the Augusta newspapers when it looked like he was out of a job.
Richard Foreman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, May 13, 2006, at his residence, Mr. Richard Foreman, 78, beloved husband of Tomoko Foreman and father of Debby Stroud, Christeen Tolle and Jane Shephard. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
John Cuppernell (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest May 13, 2006, John Edward Cuppernell, age 30, of Aiken. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Napier officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends at the residence or on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Napier Funeral Home, Graniteville.
Albert Hughes (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The Homegoing service for Mr. Albert Hughes will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, at Gordon Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Roger Lane officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. His devoted and loving family will cherish his memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Dannie Guillebeau ( HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Robert D. Guillebeau, "Dannie" went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, May 13, 2006 after an extended illness. He leaves his wife, Susan of 37 years, his precious son David, a sister, Frances Hobgood, McDonough, GA and a brother, John Edward (Venera), Harlem along with numerous nieces and nephews and his special friend, Molly his bassett hound. He is preceded in death by his parents, Brantley and Blanche Guillebeau. The Celebration of his life will take place at Harlem Baptist Church on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. with the Reverend Philip Vestal and Dr. Robert J. Blankenship officiating. Interment will be in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Dannie was born and raised in Harlem, GA. He graduated from Harlem High School in 1962 and worked at Tracy Luckey Company in Harlem for over 30 Years in various capacities. He was a member of Harlem Baptist Church, a church deacon, the church treasurer and past member of the Adult Choir. He served his church and job faithfully until he became ill. If so desire, memorials may be made to the Harlem Baptist Church, P.O. Box 790 Harlem, Ga 30814 Visitation will be Monday from 7 to 9 at Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Johnny B. Johnson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Johnny B. Johnson, age 65, of Hephzibah, entered into rest Friday, May 12, 2006. Born in Stigler, OK, he was the son of the late Albert and Sylvia Johnson and was also preceded in death by his son, Johnny Monroe Johnson. He retired from the US Army after 20 years of service. Survivors include his wife of nearly 30 years, Teresa K. Johnson; his daughter, Sharlene Johnson and family, Chris, and grandsons, Justin and Joshua; two sisters, Dorothy Wicker and Linda Taylor, both of Sand Springs, OK. The family will receive friends Monday, May 15, 2006 from 7 until 9PM at Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Rd., Augusta, GA 706-798-8886.
Glasglow Griffin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mr. Glasglow S. Griffin, Sr., 68, of Hart Street entered into rest May 11, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Monday May 15, 2006 at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Johnston, with Rev Leonard Griffin officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Griffin, a native of Edgefield County, was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Johnston. He was the owner and operator of Griffin's Main Street Automotive. Survivors include his wife, Alma Gordon Griffin; four daughters, Mary (Carter) Williams, District Heights, Md., Jacqueline Griffin, Columbia, Kathy (Terry) Dinkins, Brandwine, Md. and Tawana (Leonard) Frye, Jacksonville, Fla.; three sons, Glasglow (Tracy) Griffin, Jr., Tacoma, Wash., Eric (Norma) Griffin, Edgefield and Rev. Leonard (Wandalyn) Griffin, Charleston; four sisters, Helen Anderson, Los Angeles, Calif., Mary Dickerson, Serra Vista, Ariz., Annie Wilson, Aiken and Ida Griffin, Bronx, N.Y.; two brothers, William (Mattie) Griffin, Temple Hill, Md. and Elbert (Mildred) Griffin, Burlington, N.C.; 16 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence or after 2 p.m. today at the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 250 Coral Street, Edgefield, S.C.
Harold Tate (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Harold Tate, 60, husband of Beverly Dilbeck Tate entered into rest on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Paul E. Buchholz (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Glasglow Griffin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Yvonne Connelly (LEXINGTON, S.C.)
Howard Enfinger (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Eva Eloise Johnston (PLEASANT, S.C.)
Ashlaya Bynum (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Albert Hughes (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Albert McNure (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
James A. "Zag" Moore (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Charles J. Lee (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Norris Reedy (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Beatrice Walker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mary Ann Stewart (HILLSIDE, N.J.)
Williams S. Brooks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Jewelle P. Harper (EVANS, Ga.)
J. Barron Holsenback (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Steve Braddy (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Lance Eric O'Tyson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Martina Allen Clark (EVANS, Ga.)
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Kathleen R. Medlock (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Glasglow Griffin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
James D. Hensley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Hardy V. Thomas (HOMELAND, Ga.)
George Junior Parker (ARCADIA, FL.)
Karl E. Scupin (CLARKS HILL, S.C.)
Dannie Guillebeau (HARLEM, Ga.)
Jerome John Benoit (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Beth Simmons (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Richard Foreman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Johnny B. Johnson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Martina Allen Clark (EVANS, Ga.)
Richard L. Foreman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Kathleen Medlock (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Dannie Guillebeau ( HARLEM, Ga.)
Beatrice Walker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Overusing antibiotics poses grave health risk
I read Editorial Page Editor Michael Ryan's recent column about antibiotics ("Medical attitudes are enough to make you sick," April 30) hoping to see support for recommendations published widely by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians and other national organizations that have worked so hard to stop the rampant inappropriate use of antibiotics for viral infections such as colds, flu, and acute bronchitis.
Children shouldn't have to raise children
Ninety-two years ago, President Woodrow Wilson officially established Mother's Day as a national holiday. Since then, the United States and other countries have observed the second Sunday in May as a day to show respect and admiration for the women who have undertaken the lifetime responsibility of raising and nurturing children, often alone.
Children shouldn't have to raise children
Ninety-two years ago, President Woodrow Wilson officially established Mother's Day as a national holiday. Since then, the United States and other countries have observed the second Sunday in May as a day to show respect and admiration for the women who have undertaken the lifetime responsibility of raising and nurturing children, often alone.
Overusing antibiotics poses grave health risk
I read Editorial Page Editor Michael Ryan's recent column about antibiotics ("Medical attitudes are enough to make you sick," April 30) hoping to see support for recommendations published widely by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians and other national organizations that have worked so hard to stop the rampant inappropriate use of antibiotics for viral infections such as colds, flu, and acute bronchitis.
Screaming Devils race to Class A title
Nadal beats Federer to win Rome Masters
Nadal beats Federer to win Rome Masters
ROME - Rafael Nadal still has the edge against Roger Federer. The gap is closing, though.
Sports rants
I CAN'T IMAGINE why teams have jerseys without names on the back these days. Notre Dame football, New York Yankees ... why can't they put names on the backs?
Overtime
In Browns Summit, N.C., Augusta State came up short in its bid to make the NCAA Division I Championships, but the Lady Jaguars' Lauren Smith will still make the trip.
Screaming Devils race to Class A title
JEFFERSON, Ga. - Tim Grier's state record in the 300 intermediate hurdles rescued a frustrating meet and helped lead Westlake to the Class AAA state championship Saturday in the GHSA Boys track and field championships.
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.
Overtime
In Aiken, Columbus State jumped out to a big early lead and held off USC Aiken for a 10-4 win in the Peach Belt Conference Tournament semifinals at Roberto Hernandez Stadium on Sunday.
Fishing for dollars lucrative for some
Special prize
During an outing with his grandfather, Stan Bartles, Harlem's Cody Hughes, 11, landed his biggest fish, a 7-pound largemouth, on the property of his great-great grandmother.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.
Fishing for dollars lucrative for some
CHINOOK LANDING, Ore. - On his first cast of the season, Jim Walker pitched a lure resembling a baby salmon into the dark green waters of the Columbia River and hooked a 24-inch fish with a $4 bounty on its head.
Hunting numbers take dive
Georgia lost 30,188 hunters last season.
Norwood is ready to join Vick on Falcons' fast track
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Jerious Norwood is accustomed to being the fastest player on the field, but he's not accustomed to being on the same field with Michael Vick.
Falcons' injured players rest up
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Atlanta Falcons' medical staff wouldn't let Ed Hartwell and Kevin Mathis bring their helmets onto the field at mini-camp this weekend.
Howell is at peace after Masters
'Idol' Hicks likes his food same as his music - with soul
Future for HBO's 'Deadwood' in doubt
'Idol': McPhee - local girl makes good
LOS ANGELES - Katharine McPhee, her mother said proudly, is the first "hometown girl" to make it big on "American Idol."
'Idol' Hicks likes his food same as his music - with soul
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Brad Hicks fondly recalls the time he and wife Linda settled down for dinner at a small Mexican restaurant in Birmingham years ago and spied a curiously familiar face on stage with the band.
Broadcast networks face challenges in outlining fall schedules
NEW YORK - With all the strategy sessions and leaps of faith, the annual television network upfront presentations are a bit like the NFL or NBA drafts.
TV Lookout: highlights for the week
Future for HBO's 'Deadwood' in doubt
LOS ANGELES - It may be high noon for "Deadwood," HBO's gritty Western drama.
'Malcolm' and 'That '70s Show' stayed too long
'Idol' Yamin's singing talent a welcome surprise
Broadcast networks face challenges in outlining fall schedules
TV Lookout: highlights for the week
For a musical take on the Katrina tragedy, watch (and listen to) an unusual documentary chronicling the struggles of local New Orleans musicians who lived through the disaster.
'Idol': McPhee - local girl makes good
'Malcolm' and 'That '70s Show' stayed too long
NEW YORK - Benjamin Franklin famously declared that houseguests, like fish, begin to smell after three days.
'Idol' Yamin's singing talent a welcome surprise
RICHMOND, Va. - Growing up, Elliott Yamin used to sing along with the radio, his brother pounding on the wall telling him to turn the music down so he could do his homework or watch TV.
Hollywood watches as adult film studio offers downloads to DVDs
Georgia hosting regional in NCAA softball tournament
ATHENS, Ga. - Despite losing in the semifinals of the Southeastern Conference tournament, Georgia was selected Sunday to host an NCAA regional next weekend.
Trio of hitters guides Georgia to victory
AUBURN, Ala. - Gordon Beckham, Josh Morris and Jason Jacobs scored two runs each to help lift Georgia to a 10-7 victory over Auburn Friday night.
Georgia sweeps Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. - Nathan Moreau pitched six strong innings in leading No. 16 Georgia over Auburn 9-4 Sunday in a three-game series sweep.
Trio of hitters guides Georgia to victory
Georgia hosting regional in NCAA softball tournament
Gamecocks fall to Tennessee again
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Tennessee's defense kicked in when needed to keep South Carolina from a comeback for the second game in a row as the Volunteers beat the Gamecocks 8-7 in Southeastern Conference action Saturday.
South Carolina routs Tennessee
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Cheyne Hurst hit a three-run homer in the second to give the Gamecocks the lead and all the runs they would need to beat Tennessee 9-2 Sunday in Southeastern Conference action.
South Carolina routs Tennessee
Gamecocks fall to Tennessee again
Pupils learn dangers of pollution
Strawberries will flavor event
Football coach says faith has sustained him
Officers run to Columbia for Special Olympics
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Group helps needy with home repairs
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