Softball season continues for Fox Creek junior
The high school softball season is now over, but Ashlyn Poss is just getting warmed up.
Around the block
A free exhibit, Freedom USA, will run through June 21 at 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.
Meetngs
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
Events
CANDLELIGHT JAZZ: 8-9:30 p.m. Sundays in May, Eighth Street bulkhead at Riverwalk Augusta; $5; area jazz artists; (706) 821-1754
Farmers market receives marker
Three days a week, Martha Dicks continues her father's legacy. Lettuce and other produce are among Ms. Dicks' offerings at the Aiken County Farmers Market. She displays her produce on Table 45, the same one her father, Aaron Dicks, manned before he died in 1995 at age 76.
Field in Kids Count scholarship contest is narrowed to eight
Michael Kantz was not feeling lucky on May 9, so when the 13-year-old Paul Knox Middle School seventh-grader's name was the first one called in the drawing for The Augusta Chronicle Make Kids Count scholarship competition, he was shocked.
Artists honor Godfather of Soul
Chouaieb Saidi says he has loved James Brown since he was a child in Tunisia, Africa.
Habitat for Humanity actively woos women
Habitat for Humanity isn't exactly hurting for volunteers, but it does want a few more women in its ranks.
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
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
Many schools take advantage of Audubon Center's programs
When the U.S. Department of Energy cut funds last year for an environmental education program at the Silver Bluff Audubon Center, Washington Savannah River Co. stepped in to keep it going.
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
Bluegrass rocks Aiken
Organizers of the Aiken Bluegrass Festival set out three years ago to create a musical experience that raised money for a worthy cause and provided a good time to those who attended the show.
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
Milestones
The following students were recognized for demonstrating positive character as part of the Joint Women's Clubs of Aiken Celebration of Character:
Around the block
NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION WILD TURKEY CENTER AND MUSEUM
Program shows pupils what Fort Gordon is like
Shooting laser guns and watching a demonstration by Fort Gordon's military working dogs gave some members of Aiken Middle School's Talented and Gifted program their first taste of the military and Fort Gordon.
Challenge puts participants' skills to test
It's all in a day's work for firefighters. As part of their duties, they must climb flights of stairs in full gear; sometimes, they must carry unconscious victims from a fire; and they must also be able to get a hose to its intended destination quickly.
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
Group rescues mistreated horses
When Sandy and Baker Cochran took in Spicy at their 40-acre farm in Jackson about a year ago, the horse's ribs and hipbones were clearly visible beneath its coat.
Field in Kids Count scholarship contest is narrowed to eight
Michael Kantz was not feeling lucky on May 9, so when the 13-year-old Paul Knox Middle School seventh-grader's name was the first one called in the drawing for The Augusta Chronicle Make Kids Count scholarship competition, he was shocked.
Library events
NANCY BONNETTE LIBRARY
HOURS: Noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
Softball season continues for Fox Creek junior
The high school softball season is now over, but Ashlyn Poss is just getting warmed up.
Program shows pupils what Fort Gordon is like
Shooting laser guns and watching a demonstration by Fort Gordon's military working dogs gave some members of Aiken Middle School's Talented and Gifted program their first taste of the military and Fort Gordon.
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for May 5-12. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
Artists honor Godfather of Soul
Chouaieb Saidi says he has loved James Brown since he was a child in Tunisia, Africa.
Milestones
The following students were recognized for demonstrating positive character as part of the Joint Women's Clubs of Aiken Celebration of Character:
CSRA Bridge Results
CSRA Bridge results for May 8-14.
Around the block
A free exhibit, Freedom USA, will run through June 21 at 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.
Meetngs
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
Book honestly portrays dating, sex, marriage
Hannah Gavener is 14 when her emotionally abusive father turns her, her sister and their mother out of their home.
'Possible Side Effects' is well worth reading
Roth's somber 'Everyman' is not for everyone
Book honestly portrays dating, sex, marriage
Hannah Gavener is 14 when her emotionally abusive father turns her, her sister and their mother out of their home.
'Possible Side Effects' is well worth reading
"Possible Side Effects," a new collection of memoir-style essays from "Running With Scissors" author Augusten Burroughs, isn't as rich as his previous books. Still, many of the stories are memorable and well worth reading.
Roth's somber 'Everyman' is not for everyone
With more than 25 books under his belt, a Pulitzer Prize, two National Book Awards and two PEN-Faulkner Awards, Philip Roth has become one of the grand old senators in American letters.
Wells unimpressed with Bonds' move up home run list
S.C. programs make mark in NCAA
COLUMBIA - Florida is the place for first-class college football. And North Carolina's Tobacco Road remains the spot for college basketball success. But South Carolina dominates the baseball diamond.
Wells unimpressed with Bonds' move up home run list
PHILADELPHIA - Count David Wells among those unimpressed by Barry Bonds' move up the all-time home run list.
Bonds finally connects for No. 714
Bonds finally connects for No. 714
OAKLAND, Calif. - The agonizing wait is over for Barry Bonds. He and the Babe are even at 714.
S.C. programs make mark in NCAA
COLUMBIA - Florida is the place for first-class college football. And North Carolina's Tobacco Road remains the spot for college basketball success. But South Carolina dominates the baseball diamond.
School to soon be just a collection of boxes, memories
Eli Christopher Quesnel
Ande and Jane Quesnel, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Eli Christopher, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Ryan Elisabeth Lewis
Jeffrey and Stacey Lewis, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Ryan Elisabeth, born April 27, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Kaleb Christyn Burden
Nathanael and Jessica Burden, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Kaleb Christyn, born January 31, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Brooklynn Nicole Kaufman
Nicole Kaufman and David Reakes are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Brooklynn Nicole, born April 16, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Annlyn Joyce O'Neal
Jame and Joyce O'Neal, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Annlyn Joyce, born April 25, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Isabel Olivia Price
Kevin and Sandra Price, of Oak Park, Ill., are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Isabel Olivia, born April 26, 2006, at West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park.
Brooklynn Nicole Kaufman
Nicole Kaufman and David Reakes are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Brooklynn Nicole, born April 16, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Braylon Antron Burton
Whitney Darisaw and Antron Burton are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Braylon Antron, born April 22, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Clark Neal Jones
Caroline and Clarence Jones III, of Hilton Head Island, S.C., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Clark Neal, born April 11, 2006, at Hilton Head Medical Center in Hilton Head.
Eli Christopher Quesnel
Ande and Jane Quesnel, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Eli Christopher, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Annika Maria Johnson
Bradley and Tamara Johnson, of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Annika Maria, born April 21, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Jackson Barnett Swint
Marshall and Vicki Swint, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Jackson Barnett, born March 28, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Annlyn Joyce O'Neal
Jame and Joyce O'Neal, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Annlyn Joyce, born April 25, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Andrew Williams Waller
Tracy and Dawn Waller, of Olar, S.C., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Andrew Williams, born April 26, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Jackson Barnett Swint
Marshall and Vicki Swint, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Jackson Barnett, born March 28, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Braylon Antron Burton
Whitney Darisaw and Antron Burton are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Braylon Antron, born April 22, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Addie Rose Bentley
Matthew and Amberly Bentley, of Lincolnton, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Addie Rose, born April 27, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Andrew Williams Waller
Tracy and Dawn Waller, of Olar, S.C., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Andrew Williams, born April 26, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Elle Elisabeth Abigail
Kenneth and Tammy Wheat, of Palm Desert, Calif., are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Elle Elisabeth Abigail, born March 14, 2006, at Desert Regional Medical in Palm Springs, Calif.
Anslee Danielle Barton
Taniel and Tonya Barton, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Anslee Danielle, born April 27, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Ryan Elisabeth Lewis
Jeffrey and Stacey Lewis, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Ryan Elisabeth, born April 27, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Anslee Danielle Barton
Taniel and Tonya Barton, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Anslee Danielle, born April 27, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Anna Marie Wilson
Tina Louise Wilson, of Augusta, is pleased to announce the birth of her daughter, Anna Marie, born April 15, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Reitsma falls apart in ninth
PHOENIX - For the second consecutive game, the Arizona Diamondbacks dug themselves a big hole in the first inning.
Braves no match for Webb
PHOENIX - Brandon Webb threw a four- hitter to become the National League's first seven-game winner as the Arizona Diamondbacks routed the Atlanta Braves, 13-0 on Saturday night.
Braves protect win for Hudson
PHOENIX - Another start at Arizona, another string of scoreless innings and a win for Atlanta right-hander Tim Hudson.
Braves no match for Webb
PHOENIX - Brandon Webb threw a four- hitter to become the National League's first seven-game winner as the Arizona Diamondbacks routed the Atlanta Braves, 13-0 on Saturday night.
On the move
- Misty Mortensen has joined Brookstone Condos at Rae's Creek as community manager. Her responsibilities include sales and marketing. The North Augusta resident has 14 years of experience in sales and real estate.
Progress is in site
The Georgia School Nutrition Association came to Augusta more than five years ago to hold its annual trade show, pumping more than $1 million into the local economy.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for April 28-May 11. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
On the move
- Misty Mortensen has joined Brookstone Condos at Rae's Creek as community manager. Her responsibilities include sales and marketing. The North Augusta resident has 14 years of experience in sales and real estate.
Business calendar
- Wednesday: Word-of-Mouth Marketing; A free workshop for business professionals on how to develop a steady source of business referrals based on the BNI concepts; space is limited; 10 a.m., Columbia County Library; free; contact Chuck at (706) 294-5502.
Summer bargains on travel do exist
Business licenses
The following is a list of Richmond County business licenses for March:
Biz bites
Small-business owners are showing less optimism than a year ago, according to a recent survey, and higher energy costs are contributing to their dampening spirits.
Biz bites
Small-business owners are showing less optimism than a year ago, according to a recent survey, and higher energy costs are contributing to their dampening spirits.
Business calendar
- Wednesday: Word-of-Mouth Marketing; A free workshop for business professionals on how to develop a steady source of business referrals based on the BNI concepts; space is limited; 10 a.m., Columbia County Library; free; contact Chuck at (706) 294-5502.
Progress is in site
The Georgia School Nutrition Association came to Augusta more than five years ago to hold its annual trade show, pumping more than $1 million into the local economy.
Summer bargains on travel do exist
The cost of travel has been going up all year, and that is making it difficult - but not impossible - to find summertime bargains.
Editorial Cartoon 052106 - The Augusta Chronicle
Burmeister's testimony tops most-wanted lists
A lot of people, especially Democrats, were sorely disappointed that state Rep. Sue Burmeister didn't have to testify in Linda Schrenko's federal theft and money laundering trial after the former state school superintendent pleaded guilty to two of the charges.
Burmeister's testimony tops most-wanted lists
A lot of people, especially Democrats, were sorely disappointed that state Rep. Sue Burmeister didn't have to testify in Linda Schrenko's federal theft and money laundering trial after the former state school superintendent pleaded guilty to two of the charges.
Alabama linebacker Juwan Simpson arrested
Alabama linebacker Juwan Simpson arrested
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama starting linebacker Juwan Simpson was arrested Saturday by Jefferson County sheriff's deputies on charges of receiving stolen property, possession of marijuana and carrying a pistol without a license.
No lectures from U.N., please
OK, let's make a deal.
Peace returning to Johnston
It looks like the rural Edgefield County town of Johnston, S.C., is about to finally get some peace and quiet.
Commission corrects mistake
It's not easy for elected officials to change their minds - in effect, admitting they made a mistake. So give the Augusta Commission credit for rescinding its vote of several weeks ago that rezoned property at 1694 Broad St. to allow a re-entry house for former convicts just a few doors down from the Martha Lester School.
Coughing up more evidence
With some people still disputing the mountain of evidence that secondhand smoke is harmful, you have to - well, wonder what they're smoking.
Make a decision, senators
Should English be our official language?
Same-sex classes a welcome option
Same-sex classes a welcome option
Separate but equal has an understandably bad reputation in U.S. education history - and for good reason. It's the segregationist doctrine that kept black and white children in separate public schools until the U.S. Supreme Court's unanimous Brown. vs. Topeka Board of Education ruling in 1954.
People in the News
NEW YORK - The Dixie Chicks' Natalie Maines apologized for disrespecting President Bush during a London concert in 2003. But now, she's taking it back.
Tech ends season with a win
ATLANTA - Luke Murton hit a three-run homer and Matt Wieters connected on a two-run shot to lead Georgia Tech to a 12-7 victory over Miami in the regular season finale on Saturday.
GreenJackets get second win on trip
In Lexington, Ky., Augusta used a three-run fifth inning to break open a tie game and beat the Lexington Legends, 6-2 on Sunday afternoon.
Ramirez shines with Marlins
Area baseball fans who have watched the Atlanta Braves face the Florida Marlins seven times since May 9 might recognize the name Hanley Ramirez.
Legends' pitching shuts down Jackets
In Lexington, Ky., Lexington shut out the Augusta GreenJackets through the first six innings and went on to a 4-1 victory on Saturday night.
A few thoughts before sleeping
Brown thinks Pacers' title haul will grow
DANIELS, W.Va. - The tournament was over for less than an hour. And there stood Scott Brown, making bold predictions he won't have to back up.
Demon Deacons overcome Bulldogs
New chairman to put skills to work
When Billy Payne was helping Atlanta bid for the Centennial Olympic Games, it was not uncommon for him to arrive for work at 4 each morning.
Golf capsules
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - Annika Sorenstam's missed cut streak is finally over.
Demon Deacons overcome Bulldogs
ORLANDO, Fla. - Wake Forest shot the best round the NCAA East Regional on Saturday, 5-under-par 283, to beat Georgia by one stroke for the team title at Lake Nona Golf and Country Club.
Final round of Irish Open postponed until Monday
Herron beats Johnson in playoff at Colonial
FORT WORTH, Texas - Tim Herron wanted to treat the final round of the Colonial as if he were a member playing a Sunday afternoon round.
Herron beats Johnson in playoff at Colonial
Strickland birdies final hole to win Georgia Mid-Amateur
CARTERSVILLE, Ga. - Mark Strickland of Woodstock sank a birdie putt on the final hole on Sunday to win the Georgia Mid-Amateur championship by one shot over Adam Thomas of Baxley and Dave Womack of McDonough.
Herron, Pampling tied after 54 holes
FORT WORTH, Texas - Tim Herron held up his arms and smiled in amazement while still standing in the sand. Then he pulled his ball out of the cup and gave it a kiss.
New chairman to put skills to work
When Billy Payne was helping Atlanta bid for the Centennial Olympic Games, it was not uncommon for him to arrive for work at 4 each morning.
Golf capsules
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - Annika Sorenstam's missed cut streak is finally over.
Kuchar wins Henrico County Open
Strickland birdies final hole to win Georgia Mid-Amateur
Brown thinks Pacers' title haul will grow
DANIELS, W.Va. - The tournament was over for less than an hour. And there stood Scott Brown, making bold predictions he won't have to back up.
Kuchar wins Henrico County Open
GLEN ALLEN, Va. - Matt Kuchar won for the first time since the PGA Tour's 2002 Honda Classic, two-putting for birdie to beat Paul Claxton on the third hole of a playoff in the Nationwide Tour's Henrico County Open.
Final round of Irish Open postponed until Monday
MAYNOOTH, Ireland - The final round of the Irish Open was postponed until Monday because of constant rain at Carton House.
Ochoa ends runner-up run
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - Lorena Ochoa wasn't on the leaderboard for the first two rounds of the Sybase Classic. When the rain-shortened tournament was over, however, she was right where she has been for the last two months.
Herron, Pampling tied after 54 holes
FORT WORTH, Texas - Tim Herron held up his arms and smiled in amazement while still standing in the sand. Then he pulled his ball out of the cup and gave it a kiss.
Legends' pitching shuts down Jackets
GreenJackets get second win on trip
Sweden beats Czech Republic in world hockey final
RIGA, Latvia - Sweden shut out defending champion Czech Republic 4-0 Sunday to win hockey's world championship, becoming the first country to win that title and Olympic gold in the same year.
Sabres put Hurricanes out to sea
Sweden beats Czech Republic in world hockey final
Sabres put Hurricanes out to sea
RALEIGH, N.C. - The pace was as fast as advertised, with each team having its share of rushes and scoring chances. Daniel Briere converted one after some nifty passing to give the Buffalo Sabres the early edge in the Eastern Conference final.
School to soon be just a collection of boxes, memories
It was the last hour of the last day at Evans Middle School on Friday, and Peggy Stewart was in the guidance office taping up boxes.
Show school superintendent the door
School Superintendent Charles Larke has to go! The Richmond County school system is one of the worst in the state, and he is one of the highest paid officials in the state.Frank Chandler, Augusta
Don't swallow shameful 'Da Vinci Code' fiction
Paper's editorials are conduit for evil
Growing up in segregated Augusta during the 1940s, my mother often said, "The devil is busy, but God is not dead!" That's still true today. The true face of evil itself can be discerned in many of The Augusta Chronicle's editorials.James Walton, Augusta
Secure borders, control immigration
Paper's editorials are conduit for evil
Don't swallow shameful 'Da Vinci Code' fiction
With the release of The Da Vinci Code in theaters, tongues will no doubt be wagging about how the Catholic Church is once again making a mess of the whole world. This attack on Christianity is not and could never be instigated by the church.M. E. La Pan II, Augusta
Secure borders, control immigration
The concerns for amnesty by illegal aliens come from a desire for Social Security and other federal benefits. After their being in the United States for a couple of years, there's virtually no danger of their being sent home. They can buy forged ID cards, green cards and Social Security cards. It would really be next to impossible to deport 12 million illegal immigrants. The cost would be astronomical. Furthermore, there aren't enough courts in the world to handle this many cases.Tony R. Bledsoe, North Augusta, S.C.
Bad overpass strikes again
Another truck hit the Olive Road overpass? Hmm. Maybe there should be an English-reading requirement in order to have the privilege of a driving permit. Or is it possible that the Georgia Department of Motor Vehicle Safety has quit giving an eye exam?Daniel A. Caraway, Augusta
Show school superintendent the door
School Superintendent Charles Larke has to go! The Richmond County school system is one of the worst in the state, and he is one of the highest paid officials in the state.Frank Chandler, Augusta
Review: Monsters, mayhem fall prey to a 2-D feel
Reviews: Some recent games for the PSP
Techbits: Surf at work, Spammer wins and more
'Healthy' foods a pitfall for dieters
Word choice at work is best kept professional
Review: Audio systems aim to end iPod isolation
Blogs, podcasts, videos help politicians brave new world
Microsoft makes way to pay for PC by the hour
Little Rock arts scene picks up as market grows
Knoxville Zoo opens exhibit of unusual creatures
Couple insisted on outdoor amenities for their home
Review: Monsters, mayhem fall prey to a 2-D feel
If there was ever a time to use the word 'zany,' it is to describe the plot of Midway's "Rampage: Total Destruction." You're a giant cartoonish monster (a mutated human, actually) trying to free other monsters created by evil scientists from Scum Labs Corporation.
Calling all cooks
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.
Burning money at the pump?
There's a reason that the word "vacation" is synonymous with summer. The kids are out of school and the weather is warm, making it the perfect time to hit the road in search for theme parks, the beach or long-lost family members.
Knoxville Zoo opens exhibit of unusual creatures
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Inside a small clear tube, a naked mole-rat decides to change direction.
Techbits: Surf at work, Spammer wins and more
NEW YORK - It should come as no surprise that most Americans with Internet access at work do some personal Web surfing on the job. A new survey finds that half of them would rather give up their morning coffee than forgo that ability.
Gizmos and gadgets debut at Hardware Show
We recently attended the 61st Annual National Hardware Show and Convention in Las Vegas, Nev., where hardware manufacturers from all over the world come to show off their wares to retailers. We got to see, touch and experiment with the latest and greatest in home improvement tools and products of all kinds.
Couple insisted on outdoor amenities for their home
When Robin and Allen Dunn picked out their lot in the Savannah Barony II subdivision in North Augusta, they had one requirement: It had to be flat, grassy and shrub-free, offering plenty of room for outdoor play for their sons, Cameron and Chandler.
Gizmos and gadgets debut at Hardware Show
We recently attended the 61st Annual National Hardware Show and Convention in Las Vegas, Nev., where hardware manufacturers from all over the world come to show off their wares to retailers. We got to see, touch and experiment with the latest and greatest in home improvement tools and products of all kinds.
Man's Honda Accord might be the oldest
It was late in the evening on a gray and cloudy day in 1977 when Ben Johnson pulled his red Pontiac GTO convertible into the Jenkins & Wynne Ford dealership in Clarksville, Tenn.
Burning money at the pump?
There's a reason that the word "vacation" is synonymous with summer. The kids are out of school and the weather is warm, making it the perfect time to hit the road in search for theme parks, the beach or long-lost family members.
Reviews: Some recent games for the PSP
Developers continuously try to reinvent how gamers interact with titles and consoles.
Man's Honda Accord might be the oldest
It was late in the evening on a gray and cloudy day in 1977 when Ben Johnson pulled his red Pontiac GTO convertible into the Jenkins & Wynne Ford dealership in Clarksville, Tenn.
Review: Audio systems aim to end iPod isolation
NEW YORK - In subways, at the gym and on sidewalks worldwide, millions of people seal themselves in an iPod cocoon.
Word choice at work is best kept professional
Dear Carson: Could you please help me with a dispute my husband and I are having over the use of the word "hell"?
Little Rock arts scene picks up as market grows
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Central Arkansas is developing a healthy arts scene, aided by an increasing number of galleries, the conversion of an old school building into artists' studios, and an influx of visitors and new residents who are interested in art collecting.
Living briefs
Jason Brittain's call to Ashley Greene during dinner at the college dining hall might have come out of the blue, but the two weren't complete strangers.
Blogs, podcasts, videos help politicians brave new world
LOL:) Look who's podcasting! No, it's not your teenager. It's your senator.
Microsoft makes way to pay for PC by the hour
SEATTLE - Microsoft Corp. has developed technology for people to pay by the hour to use a computer in their own homes, similar to the way many people use pre-paid cards for cell phones.
'Healthy' foods a pitfall for dieters
ALBANY, N.Y. - On a mission to whip herself into shape, Kate Kowalczyk tossed out the junk food and stocked up on her idea of good-for-you staples like yogurt and low-fat cookies.
Issue likely to become hot-button topic again
ATLANTA - When he got up two years ago to speak to the House, Rep. Tom Bordeaux didn't make any bones about his reasons for taking the well.
Nearly 2 million lured to Georgia Aquarium
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Program has increased food safety, officials say
Richmond and Columbia county rants and raves
Comments from our readers concerning Richmond and Columbia counties:
Augusta's image hurts consolidation efforts
Correction
A story on page 9A in Sunday's editions of The Augusta Chronicle gave incorrect results of a study by an Augusta State University Public Administration class on attitudes about Columbia County's consolidation plan. The story should have said 35 percent would vote against consolidation, 16 percent would vote for it and 49 percent are undecided.
Middle ground is difficult to find for House, Senate
The week ahead
Savannah River Winds will perform at 7 p.m. on the Windham Performing Arts Stage at Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree Place, Aiken, as part of the Hopelands Summer Concert Series. If it rains, the concert will be held at the H. Odell Weeks Activity Center, 1700 Whiskey Road, Aiken. For more information, call (803) 642-7631.
Across the area
Richmond County sheriff's officers are searching for a 25-year-old Augusta man in connection with Tuesday's drive-by shooting at 12th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
Shell obsession draws attention
SAVANNAH, Ga. - When Cathy Jarman went to cooking school in Ireland, she learned the art of sushi from a Jewish chef.
Across the area
A North Augusta woman who had been reported missing has been located.
School is fast track to career in racing
Across the southeast
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama prisons chief Richard Allen said he's willing to do time on the other side of a cell door if a state judge sends him to jail. A judge raised that threat in an order for a prompt end to a backlog of state inmates in county jails.
School is fast track to career in racing
OAKWOOD, Ga. - The auto parts specialty shops, racing schools and high-speed manufacturers riding the motorsports boom in north Georgia had a problem: Too few skilled technicians were primed to fill their growing demand for jobs.
Aiken residents say solution is needed
AIKEN - While state legislators continue to grapple with the property tax reduction issue in Columbia, many Aiken County residents are ready for some type of relief.
Across Georgia
ATHENS - Authorities have netted only a fraction of the people they say were involved in a massive mortgage fraud in Athens-Clarke County, but the legal battle already is shaping up for the eight men and one woman arrested in the scheme, which some say could be the largest in Georgia's history.
Across South Carolina
CHARLESTON - A Summerville woman was rescued by the Coast Guard near Kiawah Island after being thrown from her personal watercraft, authorities said.
Shell obsession draws attention
Advocates for homeless seek a piece of base
ATHENS, Ga. - A Normaltown military base that's trained sailors and Marines for 60 years could one day train the homeless to lead normal lives.
Across the southeast
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - When 17-year-old Reyniza Sherrell was handed her high school diploma, two of her family members watched with admiration - from thousands of miles away.
Town considers undoing blue law
WINDER, Ga. - On any given Sunday, a sports fan can head to a restaurant in Athens, order a meal and have a drink while watching NASCAR or the NFL.
Atkins sentenced to life in Carpenter slaying
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Andrew Fuller, 8, of McCormick, S.C.
Prosecutor says he's not dead yet
CHESTER, S.C. - The phone rang on West End Street a few weeks ago.
Program has increased food safety, officials say
COLUMBIA - Even before last year's salmonella outbreak at a Camden restaurant, state health officials say, they were taking steps to improve food safety at places people eat.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Analysis: Marriage ruling opens flip-flop season
ATLANTA - Many skills are required to succeed in politics: poise, public speaking, policy formulation and so forth.
Prosecutor says he's not dead yet
MOX money remains in limbo
AIKEN - The future funding level of a Savannah River Site factory that is supposed to get rid of radioactive plutonium has in recent weeks changed more often than the weather.
Primary may run on issue of roads
Rants and Raves
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Schools chief criticizes plan
Columbia County's schools superintendent and at least one board member are questioning Gov. Sonny Perdue's push for high-school completion counselors.
Primary may run on issue of roads
Editor's note: This is the first in a weekly series of stories covering substantive issues in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. Contact Walter Jones with issues you'd like the candidates to address.
Town unveils memorial to crash victims
AIKEN - Graniteville's day of remembrance was also a day of gratitude.
Nearly 2 million lured to Georgia Aquarium
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium has made a bigger splash than anticipated, drawing as many people in its first six months of operation as aquarium officials had hoped for in the first full year.
Schools chief criticizes plan
Columbia County's schools superintendent and at least one board member are questioning Gov. Sonny Perdue's push for high-school completion counselors.
Flying down to Harlem
Barely audible over the cackle of hundreds of birds surrounding him, Ron Johnson explained his dedication to saving parrots.
News you can use
The City Youngins perform during Mayfest 2006 at May Park in Augusta on Saturday afternoon.
News you can use
The City Youngins perform during Mayfest 2006 at May Park in Augusta on Saturday afternoon.
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE - Police have charged three men who they say shot at several cars on Interstate 385.
Kid of the day
Today's Kid of the Day is Taylor Nicole Samuels of Augusta
Town unveils memorial to crash victims
Columbia County puts focus on growth
Here's the picture: You're driving a car on a long country road. The view ahead is clear, no traffic. Open, flat road for miles ahead. The sight in the rear-view mirror is the same.
Twins pack 1-2 punch
Sibilings at two area schools are at the top of their respective graduating classes
Across Georgia
SAVANNAH - Savannah Mayor Otis Johnson said he plans to seek re-election next year but will be out of action for up to two months after a heart attack that hospitalized him for 17 days.
Richmond and Columbia county rants and raves
Comments from our readers concerning Richmond and Columbia counties:
Water use is under limits
Lawn watering time is here, but officials in Columbia and Richmond counties say the demand hasn't caused any problems.
Water use is under limits
Lawn watering time is here, but officials in Columbia and Richmond counties say the demand hasn't caused any problems.
Rants and raves
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Suburban police look for online predators
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. - She quickly gets the attention of others in the Internet chat room after announcing she's 14 years old and looking for someone to talk to.
Appling home's cat total reaches 74
Middle ground is difficult to find for House, Senate
COLUMBIA - One plan is called impossible; the other unfair.
Issue likely to become hot-button topic again
ATLANTA - When he got up two years ago to speak to the House, Rep. Tom Bordeaux didn't make any bones about his reasons for taking the well.
The cost of growth
It used to be a lot more peaceful out here, P.K. Fitzgerald laments.
More growth leads to talk of impact fee
ATLANTA - When S.G. Von Schweinitz moved to Columbia County in the 1950s, he had only 9,500 neighbors.
Town considers undoing blue law
Columbia County puts focus on growth
Aiken residents say solution is needed
More growth leads to talk of impact fee
Analysis: Marriage ruling opens flip-flop season
Suburban police look for online predators
Augusta's image hurts consolidation efforts
Columbia County Commission Chairman Ron Cross concedes that the Augusta government's contentious image often helps his county in steering businesses its way.
Advocates for homeless seek a piece of base
Payne's legacy is sure to be strong one
On his first official day on the job, it would be presumptive to speculate on what issues will comprise Billy Payne's legacy as the chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and Masters Tournament.
A few thoughts before sleeping
As each evening fades into night and the cogs in my brain slow down for rest, they suddenly speed up again as I start wondering about things I was too busy to wonder about during the day.
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
'Da Vinci Code' boosts summer box office fortunes
'Da Vinci Code' boosts summer box office fortunes
LOS ANGELES - Moviegoers gave their blessing to the "The Da Vinci Code" over the weekend, spending an estimated $77 million to see the Tom Hanks religious thriller.
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
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IRL notebook
INDIANAPOLIS - Like his father and grandfather before him, Marco Andretti is the fastest rookie in the Indianapolis 500.
Driver's dominance continues at Lowe's Motor Speedway
Hornish crashes on quiet Bump Day at Indy
Driver's dominance continues at Lowe's Motor Speedway
CONCORD, N.C. - Drivers be warned: Jimmie Johnson could have a better car in the shop for Sunday's Coca-Cola 600.
Driver Bodine doesn't hold back his opinions
CONCORD, N.C. - There are no restrictor plates on Todd Bodine's tongue.
Hornish crashes on quiet Bump Day at Indy
INDIANAPOLIS - Pole-sitter Sam Hornish Jr. had a bit of a scare Sunday on a relatively uneventful Bump Day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR notebook
CONCORD, N.C. - Scott Riggs started on the pole for the Nextel Open qualifying race Saturday night and led 29 of 30 laps to earn a spot in the Nextel All-Star Challenge.
Being first at the finish is Hornish's goal
Being first at the finish is Hornish's goal
INDIANAPOLIS - The pole position at the Indianapolis 500 is worth an extra $100,000 on a driver's paycheck and maybe a whole lot more in publicity, but is it that big an advantage in winning the race?
Driver Bodine doesn't hold back his opinions
CONCORD, N.C. - There are no restrictor plates on Todd Bodine's tongue.
IRL notebook
INDIANAPOLIS - Like his father and grandfather before him, Marco Andretti is the fastest rookie in the Indianapolis 500.
NASCAR notebook
CONCORD, N.C. - Scott Riggs started on the pole for the Nextel Open qualifying race Saturday night and led 29 of 30 laps to earn a spot in the Nextel All-Star Challenge.
Cavaliers say pressure is off of them in Game 7
CLEVELAND - The Cleveland Cavaliers have maintained throughout the Eastern Conference semifinals that their team isn't the one under pressure.
Pistons oust James, Cavs
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - LeBron James made things rough for the Detroit Pistons. In the end, the two-time defending Eastern Conference champions got it right.
Women's league turns out to be surprise of a decade
The WNBA wasn't expected to last. Yet, here it is, a decade after the NBA Board of Governors approved the concept, opening its 10th season.
Women's league turns out to be surprise of a decade
The WNBA wasn't expected to last. Yet, here it is, a decade after the NBA Board of Governors approved the concept, opening its 10th season.
Cavaliers say pressure is off of them in Game 7
CLEVELAND - The Cleveland Cavaliers have maintained throughout the Eastern Conference semifinals that their team isn't the one under pressure.
Tracy S. Teasley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Sunday May 21, 2006, at Portbridge Hospice, Mr. Tracy Stephens Teasley, husband of Jane R. Teasley of Martinez, son of the late Hercules and Lessie Ivey Teasley. Surviving family members include his son, Tracy Stephens Teasley Jr. of Grovetown; daughter, Stephanie Teasley ( Paul) Eicher of Lincolnton, Ga; grandchildren, Tracy S. Teasley III, Tanner Spencer Eicher; brothers, Donald L. (Phyllis) Teasley, John A. (Judy) Teasley II . Mr. Teasley was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta and married to Jane for 43 years. He was a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. He served in the National Guard during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged in 1959. He had been a licensed real estate agent since 1959 and was the owner of Tracy S. Teasley Real Estate and Insurance Company from 1963 to 1995. He was a member of the Augusta Board of Realtors. He was an active member of Woodlawn United Methodist Church and Chairman of the Administrative Board Council. He was a member of the Turner - England Fellowship Class, head usher, head greeter, president of the Methodist Men's Club and was a certified lay speaker. As a former member of Mize Memorial United Methodist Church, he had been the Chairman of the Finance Committee. He was a past member of the Richmond County Republican Party and a past president and member of the Augusta Jaycees. He was a loving husband, daddy and papa who loved his God and church; he will missed daily. Funeral services will be held Wednesday May 24 at 11:00 A.M. at Woodlawn United Methodist Church with Rev. C.W. Edwards and Mary Kollarik officiating. Burial at Westover Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 9:00 Tuesday Night at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be David Usry, David Whitfield, Matt Griffin, C.L. Johnson, Troy Ward, Danny Eicher. Honorary Pallbearers are the Turner-England Fellowship Class. Memorials may be made to the Portsbridge Foundation Hospice @ 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909 or the Duffy & Ed Williams Memorial Scholarship Fund @ Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 2220 Walton Way, Augusta, Ga. 30904 Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, Ga. 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Caroline Frappier (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Caroline Winskey Frappier, 58, died Friday. Funeral services for Mrs. Frappier will be Monday, May 22, at 11:00 a.m. at Thompson Strickland Waters Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be at the funeral home Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. Thompson Strickland Waters Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Pinkie Reames (BATH, S.C.)
BATH, S.C. - Entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006, Mrs. Pinkie Jean Walden Reames, of Bath, SC, beloved wife of the late Mr. Wilbur Reames. Born in Glascock County, GA, a daughter of the late Gozie and Emma Jeanne Hawkins Walden, she had been a resident of Bath, SC, since 1946. Mrs. Reames retired from Bath Mill in 1985 after thirty-nine years of service. She was a member of Edgehill First Church of God, Edgehill, GA. Before her health declined she enjoyed fishing and always had a love for gospel music. She is survived by a son, Harold Reames, Bath, SC; daughters, Harriett Reames Jones, (Roy) and Hilda Reames, both of Bath, SC; brothers, J.C. Walden, Waynesboro, GA and Linder "Big Jim" Walden, Wrens, GA; sisters, Hazel McDonald, Gibson, GA, Ogle Sammons, Edgehill, GA, Ethel Newsome, Belvedere, SC and Annette Marschie, Brownsville, WI; grandchildren, Bryan Jones, Kelly Bennet, and Dana Angelos, (Jamey) and great-grandchildren, Kayla Cain, Deidra Cain, and Chloe Angelos. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 22, 2006 at 3 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel with Pastors Perry Walden, Bob Still, and Adam Hensley officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Pallbearers will be Bobby Storey, Mark Robinson, Patrick Robinson, Perry Walden, Jeff Walden, and Kenny Skinner. Friends may call at the home of Roy and Harriett Jones, 124 Dixie Clay Rd, Bath, SC. The family will receive friends tonight, Sunday, from 6 until 8 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annie Cleveland (MACON, Ga.)
MACON, Ga. - Anne Duris Cleveland, widow of Austin Kidd (Cleve) Cleveland, died Friday, May 19, 2006 in Macon, GA. Mrs. Cleveland was the daughter of the late Mary and George Duris of Hendersonville, NC. Mrs. Cleveland was predeceased by her husband Austin Kidd (Cleve) Cleveland and brothers, Alexander Duris and Charles Duris both of Hendersonville, NC. A native of Orlando, FL, Mrs. Cleveland was a long-time resident of Anderson, SC. She was retired from Sears Roebuck and Company and was a communicant of Grace Episcopal Church where she was a member of the St. Catherine's Circle. Mrs. Cleveland was also a member of the Anderson County Club, Anderson County Woman's Club, Anderson Garden Club, American Contract Bridge League, National Association of Retired Federal Employees and a former volunteer Pink Lady at Anderson Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Cleveland is survived by a son, Robert J. (Connie) Cleveland of Macon, GA; daughter, Mary Anne (Dr. Cliff) Hammondof Davidson, NC; three grandsons, Robert J. (Elizabeth) Cleveland, II of Macon, GA, Dr. Brett S. (Merryman) Cleveland of Gastonia, NC, and Blair K. (Betsy) Cleveland of Macon, GA; one granddaughter, Mary Anne (Timothy) Byrd of Cornelius, NC; nephew, Peter Duris of Hendersonville, NC; two great-granddaughters, Bess of Gastonia, NC and Ellie of Macon, GA, and four great-grandsons, Robert, III, Thomas, and Knox all of Macon, GA and Foard of Gastonia, NC; two step-grandsons, Dr. Scott H. (Emily) Robbins of Marseille, France, Ross H. (Allison) Robbins of Carrollton, GA; one step-granddaughter, Olivia of Marseille, France. Services will be held at Grace Episcopal Church on Monday, May 22, 2006 at 4:00 pm officiated by The Reverend John B. Hardaway, IV with visitation in the Parlor of Grace Episcopal Church from 3:00 pm until 4:00 pm. Entombment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum in Anderson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 711 South MainStreet, Anderson, SC 29624. A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com . The McDougald Funeral Home, Anderson, SC is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jerald Turner (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Entered into eternal life on Saturday, May 20, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mr. Jerald Turner, 60, beloved husband of Deborah Kinsey Turner of Hephzibah. Mr. Turner was a native of Wayne County and had lived most of his life in the Augusta area. He served his country in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. Mr. Turner worked for 37 years in the office supply business for; Dymo-GV Industries and Alert Construction. He was of the Methodist faith. Additional survivors include his sons, Mark Turner and his wife Tammy of Harlem, GA and Dwayne Isenhour and his wife, Kim of Martinez; daughter, Shannon Manning and her husband, Willie of Augusta; grandchildren, Jacob Turner, Austin Isenhour, Christian Thornton, Blayze Manning and Haley Isenhour.; sister, Fran Flowers and her husband, B.J. of Jesup, GA, and the late Ann T. Greer; brothers, Ray Turner of Jesup, GA, Richard Turner and his wife, Cathy of W. Palm Beach, FL, Jerry Turner of Alaska, Jimmy Turner of Decatur, TX. and the late Tracy Turner Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 23, 2006, 11:00 AM, in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Rev. James Hyder officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Kevin Beasley, Taylor Allen, Patrick Huntley, Jason Manning, Larry Oglesby and Ken Miller. Interment will follow at Liberty United Methodist Church Cemetery in Hephzibah, GA. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd. Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Ila Rea Bussell Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Ila Rea Bussell Wilson, age 91, widow of Mr. Ernest Wilson died Wednesday May 17, 2006 in the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday May 21, 2006 in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Garvin officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Augusta. Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ophie Rearden (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mrs. Ophie "Phebia" "MeMa" Rearden, 73, of Aiken, SC. Funeral services will be held today at 2:00 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home, Langley, SC. Interment will follow in Southlawn Cemetery, Aiken, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC.
Joseph Griffin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Earnest Griffin of Travis Road entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Lisa Griffin, Augusta; four daughters, Jameka Griffin, Tamika Griffin, Kendra Griffin, Ashlee Griffin, all of Augusta; three sisters, Nancy Ellison, Augusta, Jacqueline (Orlando) Bradley, Hephzibah, Valerie Charles, Augusta; three brothers, Tracey Griffin, Jessie Williams, Augusta, Budroe Bradshaw, New Jersey; one granddaughter, a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Jerald Turner (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Entered into eternal life on Saturday, May 20, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mr. Jerald Turner, 60, beloved husband of Deborah Kinsey Turner of Hephzibah. Mr. Turner was a native of Wayne County and had lived most of his life in the Augusta area. He served his country in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. Mr. Turner worked for 37 years in the office supply business for; Dymo-GV Industries and Alert Construction. He was of the Methodist faith. Additional survivors include his sons, Mark Turner and his wife, Tammy of Harlem, GA and Dwayne Isenhour and his wife, Kim of Martinez; daughter, Shannon Manning and her husband, Willie of Augusta; grandchildren, Jacob Turner, Austin Isenhour, Christian Thornton, Blayze Manning and Haley Isenhour; sister, Fran Flowers and her husband, B.J. of Jesup, GA, and the late Ann T. Greer; brothers, Ray Turner of Jesup, GA, Richard Turner and his wife, Cathy of W. Palm Beach, FL, Jerry Turner of Alaska, Jimmy Turner of Decatur, TX. and the late Tracy Turner Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 23, 2006, 11:00 AM, in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Rev. James Hyder officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Kevin Beasley, Taylor Allen, Patrick Huntley, Jason Manning, Larry Oglesby and Ken Miller. Interment will follow at Liberty United Methodist Church Cemetery in Hephzibah, GA. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd. Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Bentley (SANDY SPRINGS, Ga.)
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. - Dorothy Holston Bentley, of Sandy Springs, passed away May 20, 2006. A native of Monetta, S.C., she was preceded in death by her husband, Byrnes F. Bentley. She is survived by her daughter, Jayne Bentley Gaskins of Sandy Spring and her grandsons, Christopher Bentley Gaskins and Gregory Nicholas Gaskins of Sandy Springs. A graveside service will be held on May 22 at 3:30 p.m. at the family plot in the Ridge Springs Cemetery, Batesburg, S.C. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Research Foundation. H.M. Patterson and Son, Oglethorpe Hill, 4550 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 (404) 261-3510.
Wanda Thompson (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Wanda Thompson of Fairview Drive entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 at the Doctors Hospital. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 22, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at New Holt Baptist Church, Harlem, Ga. with Rev. Melvin Adams officiating. Burial will be in Water Branch Memorial Garden, Harlem. Remains will lie in state at the church 1 p.m., until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence of her mother, 973 Old Louisville Rd., Harlem, Ga. at 1:00 P.M. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 M.L. King, Jr. Blvd.
Clifton McRoy (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Clifton McRoy, who entered into rest on Sunday May 14, 2006, will be conducted Monday May 22, 2006, at 1PM at New Life Worship Center with Pastor Claude L. Homis officiating. Interment will be at Westover Cemetery.
Doris B. Ray (WILLISTON, S.C.)
WILLISTON, S.C. - Mrs. Doris B. Ray, Williston, entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 19, 2006 at Pepper Hill Nursing Center of Aiken, S.C. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, Inc. Family and friends may call the residence of Mr. Washington Ray, her husband, at 124 Rays Road, Williston or Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, 13188 Main Street, Williston, S.C. or call 803-266-7808.
Rosalyn Able (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Mrs. Rosalyn Lorette Able of Percival Road entered into rest on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel. Mrs. Able, a native of Allendale County, S.C. was a graduate of Mather Academy, Beaufort, S.C. and attended Tennessee State University. She is survived by her daughter, Donyietta 'Donnie' Melvin, Baltimore, MD; two grandchildren, Tanae Maria Melvin, Randall Christopher Melvin, Baltimore; one sister, Mariah (Michael) Armstrong, Columbia, S.C.; one brother, Edward Cohen, Columbia, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Milford Glassburn (PLUM BRANCH, S.C.)
PLUM BRANCH, S.C. - Mr. Milford Leo Glassburn, 80, of Plum Branch, S.C., died Saturday, May 20, 2006 at his residence. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at Plum Branch Cemetery. Strom Funeral Home, McCormick, S.C., in charge of arrangements.
James O. Peavy (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. James Otis Peavy of Leathersville Rd. died Sat., May 20 at his residence. He was 67. Funeral services will be held Tues., May 23 at 1 p.m. at Republican United Methodist Church with Rev. Don Alexander officiating. Interment will follow at Hephzibah Baptist Church Cemetery, Lincoln County. Mr. Peavy, a native of Longview, Texas had been resident of Beech Island, and McCormick before moving to Lincolnton about six years ago. He had been employed by Columbia Nitrogen for 18 years and ARAMCO Oil Co. in Saudi Arabia for 14 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Beech Island. Survivors include his wife, Therissa Burke Peavy and son, Mark Peavy, both of Lincolnton; sisters, Betty Barber, and Ruth Smart, both of Mt. Pleasant, Tx; grandchildren, Bradley Peavy, Montana Peavy, and Mina Peavy. Pallbearers will be Tracy Burke, Travis Burke, Troy Burke, Wade Burke, Hank Burke, Bob Blackburn Visitation 6pm-8pm Monday evening at Beggs Funeral Home 200 May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117 . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Catherine B. Day (CARROLLTON, Ga.)
CARROLLTON, Ga. - Mrs. Catherine Barber Day, age 88, of Spring St. Carrollton, GA died Friday, May 19, 2006. Mrs. Day was born in Cordele, GA, on May 19, 1918, the daughter of the late Thomas Jackson Barber and Frances Virginia Barber. She and her brother Jack founded the Purple Martin Gourd Co. in Augusta and she was of the Baptist faith. Dearest to her heart was her undying love for her family. She had lived for the past three years with her daughter in Carrollton, yet Augusta remained her home. Survivors include: daughter, Kaal Day Huggins, Carrollton; grandsons, Jason D. Huggins and his wife, Dana Garrett Huggins, Suwanee, Joel M. Huggins, Suwanee; great granddaughter, Garrett Day Huggins, Suwanee; great grandson, Hampton Davis Huggins, Suwanee; sister-in-law, Myrdie G. Barber, Augusta; nephew and nieces, Preston S. Barber, Jr., Kathy Barrett and Susan Lokey. Besides her parents she was preceded in death her brothers, Preston S. Barber, Sr. and Jack Barber. Graveside services will be conducted Monday, May 22, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. from Hillcrest Memorial Park with Dr. John R. Huggins officiating. The family will receive friends this evening, Sunday, from 7:00 until 9:00 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Willie James Booker (BRUNSON, S.C.)
BRUNSON, S.C. - Service for Mr. Willie James Booker, 64, of Brunson, will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 22, 2006 at Second Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Brunson Cemetery. Public viewing will be held from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 21, 2006 in the Chapel of Riley's Funeral Home Hampton. He passed away May 13, 2006. Riley's Funeral Home Hampton, SC is in charge of the arrangements.
Thelma Rowe (CANTON, N.C.)
CANTON, N.C. - Thelma Ernestine Rowe, 80, entered into rest Wednesday, May 17, 2006 in Canton, North Carolina. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 22, 2006 at 11:00 AM at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Telfair Street Chapel and burial to follow at Westover Memorial Park with The Reverend Gary McWhorter officiating. She is the daughter of the late Willie Anna Beasley Rowe and Ellington Hawsey Rowe. She was a native and previous resident of Augusta, Ga., a graduate of Tubman High School, Horst Business School, a member of Baker Woods Baptist Church and the Joy Sunday School Class. Miss Rowe was formerly employed by the J. M. Huber Corporation and later retired from the Clerk of Superior Court and State Courts office after 34 years of service. Survivors include her very dear friends, Cindy and Walt Wagner of Canton, N. C.; and three cousins, Charles Wylds, Augusta, Ga., Robert Wylds, Augusta, Ga. and Martha Anderson, Florence, KY. Family will receive friendsthis evening, Sunday, May 21, 2006 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901. If so desired, memorials may be made to Riverside Baptist Church, 4798 Hardy McManus Road, Evans, Georgia 30809.
Wanda Thompson (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Wanda Thompson of Fairview Drive entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 at the Doctors Hospital. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 22, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at New Holt Baptist Church, Harlem, Ga. with Rev. Melvin Adams officiating. Burial will be in Water Branch Memorial Garden, Harlem. She was a native of Richmond County, Ga., a social worker with the Youth Development Center for over 25 years, a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and a member of New Holt Baptist Church. Survivors are one daughter, Hope L. Thompson; mother, Clara E. Johnson; one sister, Brenda G. Johnson, all of Harlem; two brothers, James Johnson, Jr., Harlem and Marion (Annie) Johnson, Augusta; a host of aunts, uncles; niece, Dana L. Jones, Fayetteville, N.C.; three nephews, Marques J. Johnson, Kenneth G. (Alicia) Johnson, Augusta and Thaddeus Jermaine Mobley, Montgomery, Ala.; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence of her mother, 973 Old Louisville Road, Harlem or at the funeral home. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 M.L. King, Jr. Blvd.
Cora Lee Wright (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)
MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. - Cora Lee Todd Wright died Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Funeral services were held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Williams Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in West View Cemetery. Williams Funeral Home & Crematory of Milledgeville in charge of arrangements, (478) 452-2148.
Irene Fail Davis (RIDGE SPRING, S.C.)
RIDGE SPRING, S.C. - Entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006, Ms. Irene Fail Davis, 71, of Ridge Spring, SC and formerly of Bath, SC. Born in Bath, SC, she was a daughter of the late Bennie and Daisy Mikell Fail. She had lived in the area for all of her life before relocating to Ridge Spring two months ago. She had been employed by Bath Mill and attended New Vision Worship Center, Warrenville, SC. Ms. Davis loved her family and had a special place in her heart for her grandchildren. She is survived by sons, Eddie B. Davis, Aiken, SC, Lester H. Davis, Bath, SC, and Jimmy "Bones" Davis, Langley, SC; daughters, Jeanette Manor, Ridge Spring, SC and Darlene Davenport, Ridge Spring, SC; brothers, Ernest Fail, Gloverville, SC and Alfred Fail, Ridge Spring, SC; sister, Betty Ann Manuel, Ridge Spring, SC; 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. A son, Reggie Eugene Davis preceded her in death in 1988 and her former husband, Lester Davis, Jr. in 2001. Funeral services will be held Monday at noon at Hatcher Funeral Home with Pastor Tommy Mason, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Langley Cemetery, Langley, SC. Pallbearers will be Teddy Henson, Sampie Noakes, Wendell Hughes, Kenny Lamb, Ricky Holley, Ricky Hall, Jeff Hill, and Daniel Mikell. Friends may call at the home of Jimmy "Bones" Davis, 34 Gray St., Langley, SC. The family will receive friends tonight, Sunday, from 7 until 9 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy 1, Langley, SC Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annie Edge Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - Services for Mrs. Annie Edge Brown, 86, of Waynesboro, formerly of Augusta, will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 22 in Sammons Funeral Home Chapel, Soperton. Burial: Zaidee Cemetery. Survivors: daughters, Linda Uhl and Rachel Sanders; sisters, Wauchula Reynolds, Drucilla Anderson, Lois Hutto; daughter-in-law, Ruelene Brown; seven grandchildren, 18 grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation: funeral home Sunday 6 to 8 p.m.
Ruby Stevenson (BLYTHE, Ga.)
BLYTHE, Ga. - Mrs. Ruby Stevenson, went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 21,2006. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday May 23, 2006 at James Funeral Home Chapel. Family will receive friends from 7:00 - 9:00 Monday evening May 22, 2006 at the funeral home. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA.
Gail Davis Claxton (DAVISBORO, Ga.)
DAVISBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Gail Davis Claxton, age 64, of Davisboro, died Friday, May 19, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2:00 PM in the New Hope United Methodist Church with burial in the church cemetery. May and Smith Funeral Directors of Sandersville is in charge of these arrangements.
Annie Hutto Stallings (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C.-Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Annie Hutto Stallings, 90, of Stallings Road, Jackson, SC, who died May 21, 2006 will be announced. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803.278.1181). Visit the guestbook online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Gloria Young (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Gloria Young, 44, of Buck Road, died Friday, May 19, 2006, in the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 21, in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dale Tunnell officiating. Burial will be in the Dearing Memorial Cemetery. Ms. Young was a native of McDuffie County, but had lived in Augusta for many years. She was a prep cook with Wife Savers. Survivors include her brother, Carl Young, Augusta. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Holley, Keith Holley, Mark Holley, Bobby Dunaway, Jerry Dunaway, and Al Hooks. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jean Rutland Green (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Jean Carolyn Rutland Green, affectionately known as 'Mama Jean,' entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at the residence. She was the beloved wife of Mr. James 'Butch' Green. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave., Augusta, Ga., 30904, (706) 733-3636.
James Richard Gilmer (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary announces the death of James Richard "Ricky" Gilmer, age 48, of Swainsboro, GA on Friday, May 19, 2006, at the Emanuel Medical Center after a brief illness. Funeral services will be Sunday, May 21st, at 3 PM, in the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Wayne DeFore and Rev. Nita Crump-Howard officiating. Interment will be in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Pallbearers are Ray Woods, Charlie Schwabe, Smith Edenfield, David Kettles, Greg Johnson, Eddie Jordan, Marion Shaw and Perry Bishop. Honorary Pallbearers are GA Farm Bureau Employees, members of the Swainsboro Exchange Club and ballplayers coached through the years by Mr. Gilmer. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Saturday evening from 6 - 8 PM. A native of Emanuel County, Mr. Gilmer was a graduate of Swainsboro High School, Emanuel County Junior College and the University of GA where he was a member of the SIGMA PHI EPSILON Fraternity. He had been employed by Georgia Farm Bureau since 1981 and was Senior Claims Adjuster. A member of the First United Methodist Church, he had served on the Administrative Board and the Board of Trustees. Mr. Gilmer was past president and board member of the Swainsboro Exchange Club and Swainsboro Golf and Country Club and was past board member and coach with Swainsboro Dixie Youth League. He held deep love for all children and children's athletics. He had served as a volunteer baseball and soccer coach since 1987. He was preceded in death by his father, Dick Gilmer. Survivors include, his wife, Elizabeth West Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA; two sons, Jim Willis and Richard Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA and his mother, Mary S. Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Swainsboro or the Emanuel County Schools Foundation. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Ricky Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Callie Greenway (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Callie Belle Greenway, 88, died Saturday at Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Floyd Greenway. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday morning from the Chapel of Tomlinson Funeral Home with Elder Tommy Rountree officiating. Interment will follow in Old Canoochee Cemetery. Mrs. Greenway was born in Swainsboro, Ga. August 20, 1917. She and her husband moved to Melbourne, Fla. in 1947 and lived there of over 60 years before returning to Swainsboro. Mrs. Greenway lived at Retirement Inn in Swainsboro. Survivors include son, Eugene Greenway and wife Mildred, Wilmington, N.C.; two grandsons, Donald Greenway and wife Nicky, Boiling Springs, S.C., Curtis Greenway and wife Robin, Wilmington, N.C.; two great-grandsons, Nicholas Greenway and Christopher Greenway; several nieces and nephews. Visitation with the family of Mrs. Callie Greenway will be held Monday evening between6-7:30 p.m. at Tomlinson Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Tomlinson Funeral Home of Swainsboro. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Nguyen Young (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Nguyen Young entered into rest on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her residence. Survivors includes her daughters, Loretta (Sherbie ) Scott, Biloxi, Ms., Brenda Y. Beale, Hephzibah, Joan (Lucius) Johnson, Hephzibah, Priscilla (Deitrich) Lyons, Hephzibah; son, Robert D. Young, Jr., Savannah, Ga.; brothers, Prero Nguyen Van Han, Phero Nguyen Van Thong, Phero Nguyen Van Chann, all of Vietnam; sisters, Anna Nguyen Thi Binn, Augusta, Maria Nguyen Thi Binn, Vietnam; 12 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be 12 noon, Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Father John J. Lyons, Celebrant. Interment will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive Monday, from 6 to 8 at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Claire Edgar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Claire Michele Tollison Edgar has gone to be with her heavenly father as of Saturday, May 20, 2006 at age 45. Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. today, Monday May 22, 2006 at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel with Dr. Roger Driggers officiating accompanied by the Byrd Family. Burial will follow at Mount Olive Cemetery. Mrs. Edgars was a native of Augusta GA, was an Electrician and a graduate of Butler High School, and attended Augusta Tech College as an Electronics Engineer. She was a member of Pine Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Varina Dear Mazur of Pulaski, GA; son, Sgt Wayland R (Lisa) Mazur of Macon GA; her life long companion, Mr. Perry James of Hephzibah, GA; Parents Claire and Wayne Tollison of Augusta, GA; Brother, Russell (Laura) Tollison of Martinez, GA; Sisters, Maria (Montague) Bauer of Edgefield, S.C.; Michaela (Gene) Peeples of Augusta, GA; MaShanne Thornhill of Cross Hill, S.C. and a number of nieces and nephews.
Claire Edgar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Claire Michele Tollison Edgar has gone to be with her heavenly father as of Saturday, May 20, 2006 at age 45. Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday May 22, 2006 at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel with Roger Driggers officiating accompanied by the Byrd Family. Burial will follow at Mount Olive Cemetery. Mrs. Edgars was a native of Augusta GA, was an Electrician and a graduate of Butler High School, and attended Augusta Tech College as an Electronics Engineer. She was a member of Pine Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Varina Dear Mazur of Pulaski, GA; son, Sgt Wayland R. (Lisa) Mazur of Macon GA; her life long companion, Mr. Perry James of Hephzibah, GA; parents Claire and Wayne Tollison of Augusta, GA; brother, Russell (Laura) Tollison of Martinez, GA; sisters, Maria (Montague) Bauer of Edgefield, S.C., Michaela (Gene) Peeples of Augusta, GA, MaShanne Thornhill of Cross Hill, S.C. and a number of nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Sunday, May 21, 2006, at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel from 7 till 9 P.M. and the family can be reached other hours at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Tollison, 4712 Brookgreen Road, Martinez, GA. Flowers accepted, but contributions may be made to the Burn Center c/o Doctors Hospital, Wheeler Road, Augusta, Ga. 30904. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Willie Hawkins (SALUDA, S.C.)
SALUDA, S.C. - Willie Foster Hawkins, 77, of 166 Rock Hill Rd., died Sunday, May 21, 2006, at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Saluda County and a son of the late Kenny D. and Eve McCarty Hawkins, he was the husband of the late Jeanette Hyler Hawkins. Mr. Hawkins was a US Army veteran during the Korean Conflict and was the retired owner and operator of Hancock Poultry. He was a member of Emory United Methodist Church where he was treasurer of the D. D. Padgett Sunday School Class, the treasurer of the Emory Golden Agers Club and former Emory Sunday School Treasurer. Surviving is a daughter and son-in-law, Angela H. and Keith Rushton of Saluda; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Sammy F. Hawkins of Saluda and Wendell D. and Marie Hawkins of Saluda; one brother, Kenny Hawkins of Newberry; seven grandchildren, April, Bryan, Victoria, Andrew, Amanda, Laurie Anna and Nathan and a great granddaughter, Olivia. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at Emory United Methodist Church with Rev. Joyce Murphy officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 PM Tuesday evening at Ramey Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Emory United Methodist Church, Construction Fund, 3139 Spann Rd., Leesville, SC 29070 or to HospiceCare of the Piedmont - Hospice House, 408 W. Alexander Ave., Greenwood, SC 29646. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Bertha Tanksley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Bertha Tanksley, who entered into rest on Thursday, May 18, 2006, will be conducted on Monday May 22, 206, at 12 noon at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel with Reverend Clyde Hill officiating. Interment will be at Solid Rock Baptist Church Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memories, a beloved husband of 26 years LeRoy Tanksley of Appling, GA; three children, Sandra Reid of Grovetown, GA, Steven Reid (Latoya Blanchard) of Appling, GA, and Barbara (Rickey) Howard of Augusta, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Walter Axelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Walter E. Axelson, Jr., age 68, beloved husband of Gloria L. Axelson , entered into rest Saturday, May 20, 2006 at his home. Funeral services and full Military honors will be held 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel with entombment in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Mr. Axelson was retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service after serving in Vietnam and receiving the Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign medal, National Defense Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Tech Service Medal , Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm. Mr. Axelson was also a member of the Lumpkin Road Baptist Church . Survivors include his wife, Gloria Hawkins Axelson; one son, Keith L. (Cheryl) Axelson; two grandchildren, Keith L. Jr. and Bryan T. Axelson, all of Augusta, GA.; one brother, Gregory Robert Axelson of Wilmington, N.C. also survive. A visitation will be held on Monday, May 22, 2006 at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel from 7 till 9 P.M. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gloria Young (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Gloria Young, 44, of Buck Road, died Friday, May 19, 2006, in the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 21, in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dale Tunnell officiating. Burial will be in the Dearing Memorial Cemetery. Ms. Young was a native of McDuffie County, but had lived in Augusta for many years. She was a prep cook with Wife Savers. Survivors include her brother, Carl Young, Augusta. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Holley, Keith Holley, Mark Holley, Bobby Dunaway, Jerry Dunaway, and Al Hooks. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Larry Smalley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Larry Barton Smalley, Sr., age 81, entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Graveside services will be held Monday, May 22, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at Westover Memorial Park with Dr. Terry Doss from Warren Baptist Church officiating. Family and friends will meet at the grave. Mr. Smalley, native of Washington, Ga., was retired from Training Aids at Ft. Gordon and an Army Veteran of the Pacific Theater of WWII. Mr. Smalley was a member of Warren Baptist Church. Family members are his wife, Teresa Smalley; three son, Phillip Smalley, Bart Smalley and Barry Smalley and one daughter, Tracy Voight, as well as 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jason Smalley, Joshua Smalley, Jonathan Smalley, Michael Smalley, Andrew Smalley and Benjamin Voigt. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Warren Baptist Church Building Fund, 3203 Washington Rd., Augusta, GA 30907. The family will receive friends Sunday evening 6 to 8 p.m. at the Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. 863-6747. Florist: Monday, 1:00 p.m.
James Richard Gilmer (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary announces the death of James Richard "Ricky" Gilmer, age 48, of Swainsboro, GA on Friday, May 19, 2006, at the Emanuel Medical Center after a brief illness. Funeral services will be Sunday, May 21st, at 3 PM, in the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Wayne DeFore and Rev. Nita Crump-Howard officiating. Interment will be in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Pallbearers are Ray Woods, Charlie Schwabe, Smith Edenfield, David Kettles, Greg Johnson, Eddie Jordan, Marion Shaw and Perry Bishop. Honorary Pallbearers are GA Farm Bureau Employees, members of the Swainsboro Exchange Club and ballplayers coached through the years by Mr. Gilmer. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Saturday evening from 6 - 8 PM. A native of Emanuel County, Mr. Gilmer was a graduate of Swainsboro High School, Emanuel County Junior College and the University of GA where he was a member of the SIGMA PHI EPSILON Fraternity. He had been employed by Georgia Farm Bureau since 1981 and was Senior Claims Adjuster. A member of the First United Methodist Church, he had served on the Administrative Board and the Board of Trustees. Mr. Gilmer was past president and board member of the Swainsboro Exchange Club and Swainsboro Golf and Country Club and was past board member and coach with Swainsboro Dixie Youth League. He held deep love for all children and children's athletics. He had served as a volunteer baseball and soccer coach since 1987. He was preceded in death by his father, Dick Gilmer. Survivors include, his wife, Elizabeth West Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA; two sons, Jim Willis and Richard Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA and his mother, Mary S. Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Swainsboro or the Emanuel County Schools Foundation. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Ricky Gilmer of Swainsboro, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Renee Leverett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mrs. Renee Cleveland Leverett, 47, of Lincolnton, entered into rest May 19, 2006 at her residence. She was born June 30, 1958 to the late Dowdy and Inez Cleveland. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at White Rock Baptist Church in Lincolnton with Rev. Seymore Harrison officiating. Survivors include her husband, Jerry Leverett; a daughter, Tieretta Leverett and a granddaughter, Jamiah Riles, all of Lincolnton; five sisters, Pattie Jean Young of Americus, Ga., Kathy (Albert) Harper of Prince George, Va., Virginia (Lewis) Jones, Azzie Lee (Larry) Wade and Chandra Cullars, all of Lincolnton; two brothers, Donnie (Debra) Cleveland and Ronnie (Eleanor) Cleveland, all of Linconton. Norris W. Gunby, Sr. Funeral Home, Lincolnton, Ga. 706-359-4448. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Sanford Sutton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Sanford Sutton , 78, husband of Mrs. Eyra Sutton of Basswood Dr. entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006 at the residence. A memorial service will be held Sunday, today, at 2:00 P.M. from the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Dr. Lynda Sims officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the Fort Gordon honors team. Mr. Sutton was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Grassmick. Other survivors include his son, James Sutton of Denver, CO; son-in-law, James Grassmick of Denver, CO; grandchildren, Kimberly Sudol, Nelan Sutton and Dilon Sutton; and two great grandchildren. Mr. Sutton was born in Swainsboro, GA and had made Augusta his home the past twenty years. He had retired as a CW3 from the U.S. Army. He loved to fish and be outdoors. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Walter Axelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Walter E. Axelson, Jr., age 66, beloved husband of Gloria L. Axelson , entered into rest Saturday, May 20, 2006 at his home. Funeral arrangements e incomplete and will be announced later. Elliott Sons Funeral, 2524 Lumpkin Road is in charge of the arrangements.
Joseph Griffin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Earnest Griffin of Travis Road entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Lisa Griffin, Augusta; four daughters, Jameka Griffin, Tamika Griffin, Kendra Griffin, Ashlee Griffin, all of Augusta; three sisters, Nancy Ellison, Augusta, Jacqueline (Orlando) Bradley, Hephzibah, Valerie Charles, Augusta; three brothers, Tracey Griffin, Jessie Williams, Augusta, Budroe Bradshaw, New Jersey; one granddaughter, a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
John Olin Newsome (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. John Olin Newsome, 80, of Tudor Dr., loving son of the late Robert and Amy Newsome, entered into rest May 19, 2006 at Augusta Hills Nursing Home and Rehab. Center, Augusta. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Jordan Chapel Church of God Cemetery in Edgehill, Ga. with the Layspeaker, Mr. Lewis Wells officiating. Mr. Newsome was a native of Glascock County, Ga. He served his country in WWII while in the Navy and then served in the Korean Conflict while in the Air Force. He loved his country. He also worked in the Textile industry. Mr. Newsome is survived by four brothers, Lonnie Frank Newsome of Gainesville, Fla., Eugene Talmadge Newsome of San Diego, Calif., William Melvin Newsome of Sarasota, Fla. and Thomas Newsome of Powder Springs, Ga.; two sisters, Ophelia Hammett of Stapleton, Ga. and Brenda K. Lett of Elyria, Ohio; several nieces and nephews and a good friend, Mr. Kenny Parish. Mr. Newsome was preceded in death by two brothers, Lamar Newsome and Ralph Newsome and one sister, Ethel McGahee. Sheppard Funeral Home, Gibson, Ga. is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Bertha Tanksley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Bertha Tanksley, who entered into rest on Thursday, May 18, 2006, will be conducted on Monday May 22, 206, at 12 noon at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel with Reverend Clyde Hill officiating. Interment will be at Solid Rock Baptist Church Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memories, a beloved husband of 26 years LeRoy Tanksley of Appling, GA; three children, Sandra Reid of Grovetown, GA, Steven Reid (Latoya Blanchard) of Appling, GA, and Barbara (Rickey) Howard of Augusta, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gloria Mills Conlon (GEORGETOWN, S.C.)
GEORGETOWN, S.C. - Mrs. Gloria Mills Conlon, 80, formerly of North Augusta, entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006, at Waccamaw Community Hospital, Murrells, Inlet, SC . Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ophie Rearden (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mrs. Ophie "Phebia" "MeMa" Rearden, 73, of Aiken, SC. Funeral services will be held today at 2:00 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home, Langley, SC. Interment will follow in Southlawn Cemetery, Aiken, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC.
Claire Edgar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Claire Michele Tollison Edgar has gone to be with her heavenly father as of Saturday, May 20, 2006 at age 45. Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday May 22, 2006 at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel with Roger Driggers officiating accompanied by the Byrd Family. Burial will follow at Mount Olive Cemetery. Mrs. Edgars was a native of Augusta GA, was an Electrician and a graduate of Butler High School, and attended Augusta Tech College as an Electronics Engineer. She was a member of Pine Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Varina Dear Mazur of Pulaski, GA; son, Sgt Wayland R. (Lisa) Mazur of Macon GA; her life long companion, Mr. Perry James of Hephzibah, GA; parents Claire and Wayne Tollison of Augusta, GA; brother, Russell (Laura) Tollison of Martinez, GA; sisters, Maria (Montague) Bauer of Edgefield, S.C., Michaela (Gene) Peeples of Augusta, GA, MaShanne Thornhill of Cross Hill, S.C. and a number of nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Sunday, May 21, 2006, at Elliott Sons Lumpkin Road Chapel from 7 till 9 P.M. and the family can be reached other hours at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Tollison, 4712 Brookgreen Road, Martinez, GA. Flowers accepted, but contributions may be made to the Burn Center c/o Doctors Hospital, Wheeler Road, Augusta, Ga. 30904. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Caroline Frappier (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Caroline Winskey Frappier, 58, died Friday. Funeral services for Mrs. Frappier will be Monday, May 22, at 11:00 a.m. at Thompson Strickland Waters Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be at the funeral home Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. Thompson Strickland Waters Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Annie Mae Cooper (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest on Saturday, May 20, 2006, Mrs. Annie Mae Broxton Cooper, of 405 Seminole Street, Aiken, SC. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. W. Cooper, (infant son) Bernard Anthony Cooper, a brother, Walter A. "Pug" Broxton, and seven sisters, Fonnie Coleman, Jimmie Rhoden, Sarah Sprouse McNair, Mamie Free, Gertrude Amos, Connie Glinski and Betty Mitchell Trundle. Surviving are three sons, John W. (Connie) Cooper, Lexington, SC, Richard H. Cooper, Aiken, and David G. (Bernie) Cooper, Trenton, SC; a daughter, Jwann Cooper Bonner Day, Aiken, SC; a sister, Donna Broxton Nagy, Burnettown, SC; two brothers, James (Janice) Broxton, Dearing, GA and Louie (Betty) Broxton, Alpharetta, GA; nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Mrs. Cooper was a daughter of the late Walter Anthony and Ora Bell Harden Broxton. She retired from SCE & G and was a past president of the Aiken Business and Professional Women's Club. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Memorial Baptist Church, Aiken, SC, a member of the Aiken Toastmasters and previously served as a Den Mother with the Cub Scouts. Funeral services will be Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. at Bath Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Bill Branch officiating. Interment will follow in Brothersville Cemetery, Mimms Road,Hephzibah, GA. Pallbearers will be Jason Cooper, Chip Bonner, Matt Cooper, Michael Day, Richard "Bo" Cooper, Adam Jackson Kyle Jackson, Jake Laorenza, Justin Laorenza and Patrick Laorenza. Memorials may be made to Bath Pentecostal Holiness Church, P.O. Drawer H, Bath, SC 29816 or the American Cancer Society, Friends may call on Monday evening from 6 until 8 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ila Rea Bussell Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Ila Rea Bussell Wilson, age 91, widow of Mr. Ernest Wilson died Wednesday May 17, 2006 in the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday May 21, 2006 in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Garvin officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Augusta. Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
James Sanford Sutton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Sanford Sutton , 78, husband of Mrs. Eyra Sutton of Basswood Dr. entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006 at the residence. A memorial service will be held Sunday, today, at 2:00 P.M. from the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Dr. Lynda Sims officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the Fort Gordon honors team. Mr. Sutton was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Grassmick. Other survivors include his son, James Sutton of Denver, CO; son-in-law, James Grassmick of Denver, CO; grandchildren, Kimberly Sudol, Nelan Sutton and Dilon Sutton; and two great grandchildren. Mr. Sutton was born in Swainsboro, GA and had made Augusta his home the past twenty years. He had retired as a CW3 from the U.S. Army. He loved to fish and be outdoors. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Larry Smalley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Larry Barton Smalley, Sr., age 81, entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Graveside services will be held Monday, May 22, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at Westover Memorial Park with Dr. Terry Doss from Warren Baptist Church officiating. Family and friends will meet at the grave. Mr. Smalley, native of Washington, Ga., was retired from Training Aids at Ft. Gordon and an Army Veteran of the Pacific Theater of WWII. Mr. Smalley was a member of Warren Baptist Church. Family members are his wife, Teresa Smalley; three son, Phillip Smalley, Bart Smalley and Barry Smalley and one daughter, Tracy Voight, as well as 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jason Smalley, Joshua Smalley, Jonathan Smalley, Michael Smalley, Andrew Smalley and Benjamin Voigt. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Warren Baptist Church Building Fund, 3203 Washington Rd., Augusta, GA 30907. The family will receive friends Sunday evening 6 to 8 p.m. at the Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. 863-6747. Florist: Monday, 1:00 p.m.
John Olin Newsome (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. John Olin Newsome, 80, of Tudor Dr., loving son of the late Robert and Amy Newsome, entered into rest May 19, 2006 at Augusta Hills Nursing Home and Rehab. Center, Augusta. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Jordan Chapel Church of God Cemetery in Edgehill, Ga. with the Layspeaker, Mr. Lewis Wells officiating. Mr. Newsome was a native of Glascock County, Ga. He served his country in WWII while in the Navy and then served in the Korean Conflict while in the Air Force. He loved his country. He also worked in the Textile industry. Mr. Newsome is survived by four brothers, Lonnie Frank Newsome of Gainesville, Fla., Eugene Talmadge Newsome of San Diego, Calif., William Melvin Newsome of Sarasota, Fla. and Thomas Newsome of Powder Springs, Ga.; two sisters, Ophelia Hammett of Stapleton, Ga. and Brenda K. Lett of Elyria, Ohio; several nieces and nephews and a good friend, Mr. Kenny Parish. Mr. Newsome was preceded in death by two brothers, Lamar Newsome and Ralph Newsome and one sister, Ethel McGahee. Sheppard Funeral Home, Gibson, Ga. is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Hunt Coleman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Sunday, May 21, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Charlotte Hunt Coleman, 62, beloved wife of Jackie A. Coleman, Sr. of Warrenton, GA. Mrs. Coleman was born at Ft. Gordon, GA, and had lived most of her life in the Augusta area. She was a homemaker and an active member of the Church of God. Additional survivors include her sons, Jackie A. Coleman, Jr. of Mitchell, GA, Robert W. Coleman (Robin) of Calhoun Falls, SC and Timothy L. Coleman of Augusta; daughter, Lavonna Smith; grandchildren, Deortha Coleman, Melvin Coleman, Christopher Coleman, Mackenzie Coleman, Brittany Kimsey, Jennifer Kimsey, Kristen Kimsey, Erica L. Coleman, Brittany Smith and Lindsay Smith; great-grandchild, Nathanial J. Coleman; sisters, Arlene Stanfield, Darlene (Lee Roy) Inglett, Janice (Gene) Howell, Deborah Cox, Vickie (Danny) Harrison, Jackie Cox, Montez Taylor, Kim (J.R.) McGee and Tammy Baird. Mrs. Coleman was predeceased by her parents: Dorothy Hunt Cox, Robert Hunt, Wilbur Clinton Cox and sister Wilma Cox Nunn and granddaughter Sharlene Coleman. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, May 23, 2006, 2 PM, at New Horizon Church of God with Rev. Ralph Kitchens officiating. ( Mrs. Coleman will lie in state one hour prior to the service) Pallbearers will be her nephews and brothers-in-law. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Friends may call at the home of Darline Englett, 1016 Papaya St., Augusta, GA 30904 The family will receive friends this evening, Monday, from 7:00 until 9:00 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Cora Lee Wright (MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.)
Tracy S. Teasley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Milford Glassburn (PLUM BRANCH, S.C.)
Irene Fail Davis (RIDGE SPRING, S.C.)
Jerald Turner (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Doris B. Ray (WILLISTON, S.C.)
Renee Leverett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Annie Mae Cooper (AIKEN, S.C.)
Annie Hutto Stallings (JACKSON, S.C.)
Annie Edge Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Gloria Mills Conlon (GEORGETOWN, S.C.)
James O. Peavy (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Jerald Turner (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Jean Rutland Green (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Gail Davis Claxton (DAVISBORO, Ga.)
Catherine B. Day (CARROLLTON, Ga.)
Callie Greenway (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Willie James Booker (BRUNSON, S.C.)
Dorothy Bentley (SANDY SPRINGS, Ga.)
Induction day draws autograph seekers to Ga. Sports Hall of Fame
U.S. soccer team ready for tune up to World Cup
Overtime
In Milledgeville, Ga., Georgia College & State scored eight runs in the first inning and cruised to a 16-7 victory over USC Aiken to advance to the championship game of the NCAA Division II South Atlantic Regional on Saturday night at John Kurtz Field
Induction day draws autograph seekers to Ga. Sports Hall of Fame
MACON, Ga. - Saturday night's Georgia Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony set the stage for an autograph-seeker's haven earlier in the day.
Overtime
In Milledgeville, Ga., Georgia College & State scored eight runs in the first inning and cruised to a 16-7 victory over USC Aiken to advance to the championship game of the NCAA Division II South Atlantic Regional on Saturday night at John Kurtz Field
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.
U.S. soccer team ready for tune up to World Cup
CARY, N.C. - Getting through training camp without injuries was one of Bruce Arena's goals. He appears to have made it.
Barbaro breaks down at start of Preakness, Bernardini wins
BALTIMORE - Barbaro was rarin' to go. The unbeaten Kentucky Derby winner gave jockey Edgar Prado every indication he was set for the race of his life.
Sports rants
THE UMPIRES WORKING the Augusta GreenJackets games are scabs.
Close loss bounces area team
As the 2006 Georgia State Tennis Championships began Friday, Warren Twiggs and Don Wells were in familiar territory.
Overtime
In Hamburg, Germany, Tommy Robredo beat Radek Stepanek 6-1, 6-3, 6-3 in the Hamburg final for his first Masters Series title.
Barbaro breaks down at start of Preakness, Bernardini wins
BALTIMORE - Barbaro was rarin' to go. The unbeaten Kentucky Derby winner gave jockey Edgar Prado every indication he was set for the race of his life.
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.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
Longtime angler gets a surprise
Weldon Clark has fished for Thurmond Lake crappie almost 35 years and thought he'd seen everything the lake has to offer.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
Longtime angler gets a surprise
Area alligators don't have that much bite
There's been a lot of talk about alligators lately.
Force edge Dragons
UNIONDALE, N.Y. - Adam Metts forced a fourth-quarter fumble that Tyronne Jones converted into the clinching touchdown Sunday as the Georgia Force beat the New York Dragons 72-69 in the Arena Football League playoffs.
Pope: Falling birth rates in Canada result from "pervasive effects of secularism"
VATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict XVI said Saturday that low birth rates in Canada are the result of the "pervasive effects of secularism" and asked the country's bishops to counter the trend by preaching the truth of Christ.
Area alligators don't have that much bite
Payne's legacy is sure to be strong one
Perlman does evil in Stephen King's 'Desperation'
'Alias' and its beautiful spy end five-year run
BURBANK, Calif. - "Alias" is coming in from the cold. "I think we have done these characters justice and to do any more would be pushing it," says series star Jennifer Garner, who plays double-agent Sydney Bristow, perhaps TV's most gorgeous female spy since Diana Rigg played Emma Peel on the '60s British series "The Avengers."
What's new next fall? Shows to get your blood pumping
NEW YORK - Judging by what's coming up next season, Kiefer Sutherland may now be the most influential man in television.
Mike Wallace's retirement maked with tribute
NEW YORK - What sets Mike Wallace apart as a broadcast journalist isn't just that he's a tough guy, which no one denies.
TV Lookout: highlights for the week
If there's hope to be found in the war in Iraq, "Baghdad ER" is a good place to look.
Mike Wallace's retirement maked with tribute
NEW YORK - What sets Mike Wallace apart as a broadcast journalist isn't just that he's a tough guy, which no one denies.
TV Lookout: highlights for the week
If there's hope to be found in the war in Iraq, "Baghdad ER" is a good place to look.
Network tries to make TV a parent's bedtime friend
PAULSBORO, N.J. - It's bedtime and your toddler is having a meltdown, insisting on just one more episode of "Bob the Builder."
What's new next fall? Shows to get your blood pumping
Perlman does evil in Stephen King's 'Desperation'
LOS ANGELES - Bad Collie. Bad boy. Sheriff Collie Entragian, played by Ron Perlman, is every desert traveler's worst nightmare: a small-town cop who pulls you over for no reason, plants a giant bag of pot in your trunk and then puts you and your spouse in the back seat of his patrol car for a one-way ride to town.
'Alias' and its beautiful spy end five-year run
Network tries to make TV a parent's bedtime friend
FSU stops Georgia to advance to Super Regional
Landers receives contract extension
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia women's basketball coach Andy Landers got a four-year contract extension through the 2011 season Friday and a raise of almost $45,000.
Richt suspends Inman for 2 games
FSU stops Georgia to advance to Super Regional
ATHENS, Ga. - Melissa May pitched a three-hit shutout and Yuruby Alicart hit a third-inning solo homer to carry Florida State to a 2-0 victory over Georgia Sunday, sending the Seminoles to the NCAA Softball Super Regionals.
Bulldogs shutout Wildcats
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia clinched the third seed in the Southeastern Conference tournament next week with a 4-0 shutout victory over Kentucky, which clinched a share of the regular-season title the day before.
Richt suspends Inman for 2 games
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia coach Mark Richt announced Friday he has suspended senior offensive tackle Daniel Inman for the first two games of the 2006 season for a violation of a team rule.
Landers receives contract extension
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia women's basketball coach Andy Landers got a four-year contract extension through the 2011 season Friday and a raise of almost $45,000.
Bulldogs shutout Wildcats
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia clinched the third seed in the Southeastern Conference tournament next week with a 4-0 shutout victory over Kentucky, which clinched a share of the regular-season title the day before.
Disher guides USC to victory
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Phil Disher hit a homer and knocked in one run to help South Carolina beat Vanderbilt 6-3 on Saturday.
Disher guides USC to victory
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Phil Disher hit a homer and knocked in one run to help South Carolina beat Vanderbilt 6-3 on Saturday.
Challenge puts participants' skills to test
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
Group rescues mistreated horses
Many schools take advantage of Audubon Center's programs
Habitat for Humanity actively woos women
Farmers market receives marker
Pope: Falling birth rates in Canada result from "pervasive effects of secularism"
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