Events
LEGACY SCULPTURE AND GARDEN: Outdoor Education Center, two miles of hiking trails, wetlands habitat and a pavilion; self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, guided group and weekend tours by appointment; www.nwtf.org
Pole vaulter strives to reach new heights
When South Aiken High School track and field coach Russ Busbee has former gymnasts try out for the team, he always recommends one event for them - pole vaulting.
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
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. Call the service agencies for information. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or e-mail to feature@augustachronicle.com. Include the name and number of a contact person.
Archaeology Day is all about understanding the artifacts
Joe Vignati hoped to spark an interest in history in his two young grandsons May 20.
Best and brightest
The Augusta Chronicle announced the top five of its Best and Brightest Award winners May 22 during a banquet at the Augusta Marriott Hotel and Suites.
Around the block
Works by painter Al Beyer will be on display through Wednesday in the lower gallery at the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Parkway.
Only four are left in contest
Finalists were narrowed from eight to four May 19 in the 13- to 18-year-old category of The Augusta Chronicle Make Kids Count $10,000 scholarship competition.
Pole vaulter strives to reach new heights
When South Aiken High School track and field coach Russ Busbee has former gymnasts try out for the team, he always recommends one event for them - pole vaulting.
Meetings
AIKEN COUNTY REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS COMMISSION: 5:30 p.m. first Mondays (unless it is a holiday, then moves to second Monday), Registration and Elections Building, 916 Vaucluse Road, Aiken; (803) 642-1528
Recreation centers
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
Coroners can't be duelists
They've been through the classes, they've done the training and they've prepared themselves to deal with the worst possible scenarios.
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
Talented teens can win cash
Steve Walpert wants to show off the areas talented teens to the community.
Around the block
Works by painter Al Beyer will be on display through Wednesday in the lower gallery at the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Parkway.
Women of excellence honored at luncheon
Women recognized for their contributions in the community at the May 17 Central Savannah River Girl Scout Council Women of Excellence luncheon ranged from a fine arts director to a business owner.
Events
LEGACY SCULPTURE AND GARDEN: Outdoor Education Center, two miles of hiking trails, wetlands habitat and a pavilion; self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, guided group and weekend tours by appointment; www.nwtf.org
Calendar
Works by painter Al Beyer: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Wednesday; lower gallery, Etherredge Center, 471 University Parkway; free; (803) 641-3305
Archaeology Day is all about understanding the artifacts
Joe Vignati hoped to spark an interest in history in his two young grandsons May 20.
Augusta State University graduates
The following students have earned degrees from Augusta State University:
Library hours
Here are schedules for Aiken area libraries.
Bright future is forecast for North Augusta's free concert series
Carol Terry was hopeful May 18.
Across the river
A RIDE TO REMEMBER: 2 p.m. today; Augusta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers Uptown Division, 1 Freedom Way; food and beverages available to participants at noon; entry fee - at least one gift worth approximately $15 or donation of $15; motorcycle and antique automobile event held to honor hospitalized veterans; (803) 442-3877
Reporters don deerstalkers in new mysteries
Reporters routinely write leads for their stories. But the journalists portrayed in some new whodunits are concerned about leads of another kind - the kind that will help them solve crimes.
Reporters don deerstalkers in new mysteries
Reporters routinely write leads for their stories. But the journalists portrayed in some new whodunits are concerned about leads of another kind - the kind that will help them solve crimes.
Key West pirate museum a treasure trove
Key West pirate museum a treasure trove
KEY WEST, Fla. - Pat Croce's passion for pirates is written all over him.
Husband-and-wife wrappers discuss decades-old river project
Husband-and-wife wrappers discuss decades-old river project
CLEVELAND - Christo and Jeanne-Claude are looking for just the right wrap for the Arkansas River.
Bulldogs outslug Gamecocks
HOOVER, Ala. - Jonathan Wyatt, Joey Side and Jason Jacobs had key hits to help Georgia rally from an early nine-run deficit and beat South Carolina 16-10 on Friday in a Southeastern Conference Tournament elimination game.
Clemson edges past Georgia Tech in ninth
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Pinch hitter Ben Hall singled home Taylor Harbin with the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning and Clemson edged Georgia Tech 3-2 in an Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament on Thursday.
Committee gets no rest holiday weekend
Barrett, Anderson suspended
NEW YORK - Chicago Cubs catcher Michael Barrett was suspended for 10 games, and White Sox outfielder Brian Anderson five games for a bench-clearing brawl that led to four ejections.
Granderson keeps Tigers' streak going
DETROIT - Curtis Granderson drove in a career-high five runs and the Detroit Tigers won their seventh game in a row, beating the Cleveland Indians 8-3 on Friday night.
Webb nails down 8th win
CINCINNATI - Brandon Webb became the first Arizona pitcher to open a season 8-0 when he threw his second consecutive shutout, a 3-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night.
MLB power rankings week 9
Every week of the regular season, The Augusta Chronicle's Andrew Festa and Miguelangelo Hernandez will rank the major league teams.
Committee gets no rest holiday weekend
JACKSON, Miss. - Larry Templeton has done his homework.
Webb nails down 8th win
CINCINNATI - Brandon Webb became the first Arizona pitcher to open a season 8-0 when he threw his second consecutive shutout, a 3-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night.
Clemson edges past Georgia Tech in ninth
Granderson keeps Tigers' streak going
DETROIT - Curtis Granderson drove in a career-high five runs and the Detroit Tigers won their seventh game in a row, beating the Cleveland Indians 8-3 on Friday night.
Coors Field has changed image
DENVER - The Colorado Rockies aren't playing like they used to, and neither is their ballpark.
Mets make another trade
PHILADELPHIA - The New York Mets made their third trade for pitching in three days, sending right-hander Jeremi Gonzalez to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday for reliever Mike Adams.
Chicago finds a way to lose
CHICAGO - The usher watching over Wrigley Field's Section 134 first turned in astonishment and then buried his head in his hands, just deeply enough so that the button on his hat was visible.
MLb notebook
CHICAGO - Cubs right-hander Mark Prior will make at least three minor league rehab starts, beginning Monday with an outing for the team's Class A affiliate at Peoria, Ill.
Imagination helped us escape summer boredom
Haley Alyssa Dixon
Tanya Sharpe and Steven Dixon are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Haley Alyssa, born May 8, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Timothy David Huffman
Timothy and Cassandra Huffman, of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Timothy David, born May 2, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Abbigail Layne Brady
Gregory and Dana Brady, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Abbigail Layne, born April 20, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Bailey Katherine Adams
Ronald and Emily Adams, of Waynesboro, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Bailey Katherine, born April 16, 2006, at The Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.
Emmalee Rose Powell
Samantha Fillmore and Brandon Powell are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Emmalee Rose, born May 4, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Nyla Ainea Bullard
Brittany Smiley and Taurean Bullard are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Nyla Ainea, born May 5, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Haley Jane Butler
Brent and Kristin Butler, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Haley Jane, born May 3, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Megan Elizabeth Story
Brigetta and John Story Jr., of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Megan Elizabeth, born March 29, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Lillian Frances O'Neal
William and Tara O'Neal, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Lillian Frances, born April 11, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Jordan Lynn Miller
Jim and Regina Miller, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jordan Lynn, born March 29, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Colten Marshall Walker
Mark and Erin Walker, of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Colten Marshall, born April 27, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Kayla Dawn Washington
Robert and Christy Washington, of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Kayla Dawn, born May 4, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Emily Ahna Murrell
Melissa Zahner and Derrick Murrell are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Emily Ahna, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Katy Lee Nason
Brandon and Crystal Nason, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Katy Lee, born March 31, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Nathan Thomas Schneller
Darren and Lynda Schneller, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Nathan Thomas, born April 25, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Haley Jane Butler
Brent and Kristin Butler, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Haley Jane, born May 3, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Elijah Dean Morris
Randall and Sabrina Morris, of Appling, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Elijah Dean, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Landon Neil Griswell
Jonathan and Felicia Griswell, of Mitchell, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Landon Neil, born April 30, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Landon Neil Griswell
Jonathan and Felicia Griswell, of Mitchell, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Landon Neil, born April 30, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Hayden Smith Conner
Eric and Melissa Conner, of Thomson, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Hayden Smith, born April 26, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Hayden Smith Conner
Eric and Melissa Conner, of Thomson, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Hayden Smith, born April 26, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Lillian Frances O'Neal
William and Tara O'Neal, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Lillian Frances, born April 11, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Chloe Elisa Kaminski
Christopher and Jessica Kaminski, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Chloe Elisa, born April 28, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Jordan Lynn Miller
Jim and Regina Miller, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jordan Lynn, born March 29, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Isaiah Thomas Coates
Laura Hailpern and Robert Coates are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Isaiah Thomas, born April 22, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
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Katherine Penn Welsh
Thomas and Carter Welsh, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Katherine Penn, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Colten Marshall Walker
Mark and Erin Walker, of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Colten Marshall, born April 27, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Zaylie Robin Baker
Jessika and Paul Baker Sr., of Hephzibah, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Zaylie Robin, born May 1, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Zaylie Robin Baker
Jessika and Paul Baker Sr., of Hephzibah, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Zaylie Robin, born May 1, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Zoey Alexandria Pender
Heather Petersen and Wesley Pender are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Zoey Alexandria, born May 5, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Nyla Ainea Bullard
Brittany Smiley and Taurean Bullard are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Nyla Ainea, born May 5, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
MaKenzie Grace Hughes
Kenneth and Mary Hughes, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, MaKenzie Grace, born May 3, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Trinitie Angelina Hunt
Kayla Johnson and Brian Hunt are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Trinitie Angelina, born May 4, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Annabeth Elise Perkins
Bobby and Candace Perkins, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Annabeth Elise, born May 5, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Emily Ahna Murrell
Melissa Zahner and Derrick Murrell are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Emily Ahna, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Katy Lee Nason
Brandon and Crystal Nason, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Katy Lee, born March 31, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Katherine Penn Welsh
Thomas and Carter Welsh, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Katherine Penn, born April 24, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Atlanta's Ramirez stellar coming off DL
CHICAGO - With the flags pointing out toward left field at windy Wrigley Field, Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox figured bad things would happen for the pair of left-handed starters for Saturday's game.
Atlanta's Ramirez stellar coming off DL
Braves notebook
CHICAGO -- Brian McCann fumed Friday morning after aggravating his sprained left ankle, realizing the setback would, in all likelihood, land him on the disabled list for the first time in his young career.
Braves likely to put McCann on DL
CHICAGO - As Friday began, the Atlanta Braves were again hopeful that catcher Brian McCann was within a day or two of returning to the lineup.
Braves likely to put McCann on DL
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for May 12-17. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
With help of Internet, jukeboxes get update
BOSTON - The Sevens, a beer-and-wine tavern with an oak bar worn smooth by decades of drinkers, has two amenities that set it apart: a real cork dart board, and one of the best jukeboxes east of the Mississippi River.
Shingles vaccine approved by FDA
Business calendar
THIS WEEKTuesday: National Contract Management Association; monthly program meeting; 6 p.m.; Augusta Towers & Convention Center, 2651 Perimeter Parkway; dinner with speaker state Sen. Edward J. Tarver; $20 for members, $22 for nonmembers; R.S.V.P. by calling Lorri Wright at (803) 952-7598 by Monday.
Motor sports degree programs rev up
Business licenses
The following is a list of business licenses for Richmond County for the month of April:
Visitors bureau sees reunions as moneymakers for Augusta
With help of Internet, jukeboxes get update
Authority describes goals for this year
Visitors bureau sees reunions as moneymakers for Augusta
You have a relative in Michelle Bovian. She might not be blood, but that's irrelevant.
Motor sports degree programs rev up
INDIANAPOLIS - Inside Panther Racing's mobile command center at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mike Sheridan reads reams of data from 75 sensors mounted to the team's race cars.
Business calendar
THIS WEEKTuesday: National Contract Management Association; monthly program meeting; 6 p.m.; Augusta Towers & Convention Center, 2651 Perimeter Parkway; dinner with speaker state Sen. Edward J. Tarver; $20 for members, $22 for nonmembers; R.S.V.P. by calling Lorri Wright at (803) 952-7598 by Monday.
Biz bites
Milwaukee - home foreclosures nationwide have surged this year, amid evidence that many well-to-do buyers borrowed beyond their means.
On the move
- Michele Y. Wallace has been promoted to director of employee health at MCG Health Inc. She was previously a neonatal nurse practitioner. Before joining MCG, Ms. Wallace was the chief nursing officer/director of nursing at Wills Memorial Hospital in Washington, Ga. She also was a neonatal nurse practitioner at MCG Health System for eight years. She was a special projects nurse and clinical nurse supervisor at Hitchcock Healthcare in Aiken and a staff nurse at hospitals in Texas.
Harley-Davidson looks to expand Asian market
Court to rule on Delta deal
ATLANTA - Delta Air Lines Inc.'s quest for another round of wage cuts from its pilots has hit some turbulence in an unlikely place - the bankruptcy court.
Shingles vaccine approved by FDA
WASHINGTON - A new and more potent version of the chickenpox vaccine has won federal approval to prevent shingles, the often excruciatingly painful disease that can strike the elderly when the chickenpox virus emerges after lying dormant for decades.
Taking the controls
LOS ANGELES - Traditionally, the only women in video games were digital.
Harley-Davidson looks to expand Asian market
MILWAUKEE - With its foray into China under way and an eye toward boosting sales overseas, Harley-Davidson is looking to sell its iconic motorcycles in India and Vietnam.
Authority describes goals for this year
Augusta Commissioner Andy Cheek has publicly criticized the Downtown Development Authority in recent weeks.
Resignation doesn't silence arena board
Resignation doesn't silence arena board
Civic Center Manager Larry Rogers saw the "disciplinary action" handwriting on the wall last week and launched a pre-emptive strike and resigned. He just wasn't willing to be "beat up" by meddling board members on trumped-up charges that he wasn't doing his job. Actually, he has done a better job the past three years than some of the high-priced management companies that came in promising the moon but ended up delivering moon pie. So what if he wasn't the most personable person in the world? After all, he's pushing 65.
Freedom requires responsibility
There was only justice, not "rich-man's" justice, for Enron founder Kenneth Lay and his former CEO Jeffrey Skilling.
Don't let border control slip away
As expected, the U.S. Senate's immigration bill has done more to damage the chances for meaningful reform than to improve it. There's one point just about everybody agrees on, and that's the need to seal off and secure our borders.
A world-class act
He gives away tons of turkeys at Thanksgiving. He gives away oodles of toys at Christmas.
Don't let border control slip away
As expected, the U.S. Senate's immigration bill has done more to damage the chances for meaningful reform than to improve it. There's one point just about everybody agrees on, and that's the need to seal off and secure our borders.
Freedom requires responsibility
'Popular uprising' could lead to end of income tax
Hysterical media fail to sink Hayden
'Popular uprising' could lead to end of income tax
Contrary to popular belief, revolutions don't start with the firing of a shot.
Hysterical media fail to sink Hayden
By a vote of 78-15, the U.S. Senate on Friday confirmed Gen. Michael Hayden as the nation's 20th director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
Why reward this?
Where there is no pride, there is no shame.
Tech tops Clemson in 10 innings
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Wally Crancer bounced a single over the third base bag in the bottom of the tenth inning, enabling Michael Fisher to score the winning run Saturday and lift Georgia Tech to an 8-7 win over Clemson in the Atlantic Coast Conference Baseball Tournament.
Tech tops Clemson in 10 innings
GreenJackets fend off pesky Crawdads
On paper, Joe Martinez's outing for the Augusta GreenJackets on Friday night looked pretty good: 7q innings pitched, five hits, three earned runs, seven strikeouts, two walks.
Minor league notebook
Westside High graduate Jason Childers began this season with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, making his Major League Baseball debut at age 31. He was the second-oldest rookie on the team at the time.
Minor league notebook
Westside High graduate Jason Childers began this season with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, making his Major League Baseball debut at age 31. He was the second-oldest rookie on the team at the time.
Triple helps Jackets motor past Drive
Benji Copeland tripled home Jose Yens and Antoan Richardson in the eighth inning to lift Augusta to a 5-3 win over Greenville on Saturday night.
GreenJackets fend off pesky Crawdads
On paper, Joe Martinez's outing for the Augusta GreenJackets on Friday night looked pretty good: 7q innings pitched, five hits, three earned runs, seven strikeouts, two walks.
Woods will miss first Memorial
Course's future is patched up for now
Members and guests who play city-owned Augusta Municipal Golf Course can rest easy. The course nicknamed "The Patch" is not for sale, at least for now.
Morgan can bring it on home
EDMOND, Okla. - Gil Morgan is 18 holes away from accomplishing his dream of winning a major title on his home course.
Course's future is patched up for now
Members and guests who play city-owned Augusta Municipal Golf Course can rest easy. The course nicknamed "The Patch" is not for sale, at least for now.
Woods will miss first Memorial
Still coping with the death of his father, Tiger Woods decided Friday to skip the Memorial Tournament for the first time, meaning he will be coming off the longest layoff in his career when he goes to the U.S. Open.
Jacobsen zips past local hero Morgan
EDMOND, Okla. - Peter Jacobsen took advantage of his playing partner's inside knowledge of Oak Tree Golf Club to take the lead at the Senior PGA Championship.
Stiles rides wind to lead
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Darron Stiles grabbed a two-stroke lead with 6-under-par 64 on Friday after the second round of the St. Jude Classic, where winds gusting to 20 mph for a second consecutive day played havoc with the dry fairways and hard greens at the TPC at Southwind.
Jacobsen zips past local hero Morgan
EDMOND, Okla. - Peter Jacobsen took advantage of his playing partner's inside knowledge of Oak Tree Golf Club to take the lead at the Senior PGA Championship.
Triple helps Jackets motor past Drive
Numminen could make return today
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Injured Sabres defenseman Teppo Numminen expects to return today against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Gerber, Carolina shut down Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Goaltender Martin Gerber put the Carolina Hurricanes back on track and the banged-up Buffalo Sabres on their heels in the Eastern Conference finals.
Numminen could make return today
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Injured Sabres defenseman Teppo Numminen expects to return today against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Gerber, Carolina shut down Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Goaltender Martin Gerber put the Carolina Hurricanes back on track and the banged-up Buffalo Sabres on their heels in the Eastern Conference finals.
Imagination helped us escape summer boredom
For the record, it was a new one. My 12-year-old son had not even finished the first weekend of summer vacation, not even that first 48 hours of almost feral freedom, before he turned to his parents at the supper table and said, "I'm bored."
Be patient - your bigoted day will come
Seat belts should be government policy
Remember who our real enemy is
Almost five years after 9-11, Americans have no idea the danger they are in today. Many believe we are fighting al-Qaida, the Taliban and, of course, the war in Iraq against improvised explosive devices. No wonder we are so confused.William Sleighter, Washington, Ga.
Remember who our real enemy is
Nation has lost moral compass
While there is a seemingly endless stream of headlines regarding the criminal conviction of public officials during the past year, it would do well for us all to realize that these things are only a symptom of a much deeper problem.William S. McDaniel, Augusta
Seat belts should be government policy
On May 25, at approximately 11 a.m., I observed a Richmond County Board of Education truck, fleet No. M79, stopped at a traffic light at the intersection of Deans Bridge Road and Gordon Highway.Howard G. Battle, Augusta
Be patient - your bigoted day will come
Patience. That's all The Augusta Chronicle's editorial staff needs, just a little time and patience.Charles Heywood, Martinez
Apartment has keepsakes from couple's travels
Cook-off opens season for barbecue aficionados
Theme parks try new pricing at gates, cotton candy for a quarter
Act of kindness doesn't warrant rebuke
Dear Carson: My husband recently admonished me for an act of kindness, from me to a woman in distress at a concert. She continued to have coughing fits and seemed to try her very hardest to stifle her disturbance. Because she and her husband were sitting in the row directly in front of us, I leaned over, tapped her on her shoulder and offered her a cough suppressant. She declined by shaking her head.
Taekwondo masters break boards to reunite divided Korea
PYONGYANG, North Korea - With a smile and strong hands, Korean-American taekwondo grandmaster Woo Jin Jung shatters pine boards in hopes of breaking another solid barrier - the 53 years of division between North and South on the Korean peninsula.
Living briefs
George Washington has one of the most recognizable mugs on the planet, but what was inside that head?
Theme parks try new pricing at gates, cotton candy for a quarter
The most talked-about addition at Cedar Point amusement park in Ohio isn't the supersized swing that catapults thrill seekers 125 feet into the air.
Act of kindness doesn't warrant rebuke
Dear Carson: My husband recently admonished me for an act of kindness, from me to a woman in distress at a concert. She continued to have coughing fits and seemed to try her very hardest to stifle her disturbance. Because she and her husband were sitting in the row directly in front of us, I leaned over, tapped her on her shoulder and offered her a cough suppressant. She declined by shaking her head.
Taekwondo masters break boards to reunite divided Korea
PYONGYANG, North Korea - With a smile and strong hands, Korean-American taekwondo grandmaster Woo Jin Jung shatters pine boards in hopes of breaking another solid barrier - the 53 years of division between North and South on the Korean peninsula.
Cook-off opens season for barbecue aficionados
Puffs of smoke clouded Michael Meyers' view of his grill and the chicken wings he was tending. He kept a gaze on the wings, but his mind was on winning another barbecue trophy.
Living briefs
George Washington has one of the most recognizable mugs on the planet, but what was inside that head?
Apartment has keepsakes from couple's travels
As a youngster, Elaine Feldman determined she wanted to be a scientist after reading Arrowsmith, Sinclair Lewis' romantic story of a heroic, if lonely, researcher. The notion of being a doctor came later, although she was a doctor's daughter.
Coach wants to build Lynx
In his three seasons as coach of the Florida Everblades, from 1998 to 2001, Bob Ferguson wasn't a fan of playing in Augusta - even though he led one of the top teams in the ECHL.
Coach wants to build Lynx
In his three seasons as coach of the Florida Everblades, from 1998 to 2001, Bob Ferguson wasn't a fan of playing in Augusta - even though he led one of the top teams in the ECHL.
Taxpayers boost fund to aid families of Guard members
ATLANTA - Georgia taxpayers have used a new checkoff box on the state's income-tax forms to give about $84,000 for a fund set up to aid the families of the state's National Guard members and reservists.
Across the area
Severe thunderstorms caused damage in counties south of Augusta on Saturday, the National Weather Service said.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Georgia's congressional delegation this week defeated what it said was an effort by lawmakers in Alabama and Florida to prevent Atlanta from drawing more water from the Chattahoochee River.
News you can use
Memorial Day is a day to remember those who gave their lives in military service. From the Civil War through Vietnam, about 566,000 U.S. service personnel died in combat, more than half of them in World War II.
Pupil to represent area in spelling bee
Thieves target 20 schools
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. - Fifty laptop computers were stolen from 20 Gwinnett County public schools over the past month, school officials said.
3 vie for GOP spot on November ballot
COLUMBIA - A week ago, Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer hoped the fate of his political career wouldn't rely on the events of Feb. 25 and Dec. 26.
Bauer may be released from hospital today
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer could be released from the hospital as early as late this morning as he recovers from injuries suffered in a plane crash earlier this week, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Mayor fires police chief
AIKEN - Johnston police Chief Butch Easler has been fired, months after he became the focus of a state investigation into criminal misconduct and was suspended.
Brown leads fast, funky set
Although the numbers looked to be less than anticipated and the specter of storms hung over downtown, for four songs and 30 minutes, the James Brown Soul of America Music Festival delivered on its most important promise.
Stormwater management plan closer to realization
AIKEN - After two years of planning, Aiken County has received the permit required to implement a $1.6 million stormwater management program.
Bauer may be released from hospital today
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer could be released from the hospital as early as late this morning as he recovers from injuries suffered in a plane crash earlier this week, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Memorial Day closings
The following schedules have been announced for Memorial Day:
Recreation Department employs ex-convicts
Crowd is sparse on first day
One hour after the inaugural James Brown Soul of America Music Festival was scheduled to begin and one hour before the first act took the stage, event organizer Charles "Champ" Walker Jr. admitted that the first lesson already had been learned.
Across South Carolina
BEAUFORT - More than two dozen boxes of student tests were flown by private jet to Minnesota on Thursday after FedEx officials determined they were shipped to the wrong Brooklyn.
Deputy is fired
A Richmond County sheriff's deputy has been fired in connection with a sexual incident, Sheriff Ronnie Strength said Friday.
Judging impact of plant closings will take time
Less than a week after Avondale Mills - Aiken County's largest nongovernment employer - announced it was shutting down operations, company leaders say they don't expect a last-minute solution to save the company and its 2,000 jobs.
Augusta area is a prime place to study rare spider lily
They lie dormant much of the year but come to life each spring with fragrant blooms that occur in just a few places on earth.
Stormwater management plan closer to realization
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Complaints multiply after claim
National cemetery observes holiday
CANTON, Ga. - As he surveyed the lush green hills of Georgia National Cemetery on Saturday, Richard Weber smiled with anticipation at the thought of spending eternity here.
Thieves target 20 schools
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. - Fifty laptop computers were stolen from 20 Gwinnett County public schools over the past month, school officials said.
Festival ends in threats, anger
Tempers flared in the mid-90s heat at the Augusta Common on Sunday afternoon as the James Brown Soul of America Music Festival almost came to an early halt.
Iraq may again see Stewart's soldiers
Panel accepts budget
COLUMBIA - State budget conference committee members hailed the budget they tentatively approved Friday evening, but kept it out of sight.
ATF will review New York's gun stings
Snake sightings up
Slithering is on the rise in Columbia County.
Where we live
If you have a hard time remembering whether you've seen a painting by Jay Jacobs lately, then chances are you probably haven't, but if you recall seeing a monkey and a robot in the same piece of art, welcome to Mr. Jacobs' world.
Man who killed wife goes to prison for life
In minutes it was over. Todd R. Paslay began a life sentence Friday for murdering his wife.
Officials compare budgets
With the amount of money Columbia County government will spend per resident in county services for the next year, a person could buy either a nice digital camera, a high-end iPod or a desktop computer.
Biofuel plan is offered by Cox
ATLANTA - Secretary of State Cathy Cox said Saturday she wants farm-grown fuel to make up 25 percent of all the fuel used in Georgia by 2025.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
St. Joseph might have buyer
St. Joseph Hospital has signed a letter of intent to sell to a Texas-based hospital chain that will likely include local physicians as owners of part of the hospital, officials announced Friday.
Panel accepts budget
COLUMBIA - State budget conference committee members hailed the budget they tentatively approved Friday evening, but kept it out of sight.
Device improves control of bladder
Taxpayers boost fund to aid families of Guard members
ATLANTA - Georgia taxpayers have used a new checkoff box on the state's income-tax forms to give about $84,000 for a fund set up to aid the families of the state's National Guard members and reservists.
National cemetery observes holiday
CANTON, Ga. - As he surveyed the lush green hills of Georgia National Cemetery on Saturday, Richard Weber smiled with anticipation at the thought of spending eternity here.
News you can use
Georgia officials will begin providing cooling assistance for low-income citizens June 1 for the first time since 2000.
We're outta here!
Six-year-olds Sarina Hunsberger (left) and Lacie Bryant run down the sidewalk as they finish the final day of classes at Roy E. Rollins Elementary School. All Richmond County schools have let out for the summer.
ATF will review New York's gun stings
NEW YORK - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is examining the results of an unusual sting set up by the City of New York, in which private investigators recorded themselves purchasing handguns at shops in several states.
Snake sightings up
Slithering is on the rise in Columbia County.
Across the area
South Carolina health officials warned Edgefield County residents Friday to avoid stray animals after a man was attacked by a rabid cat this week.
Pupil to represent area in spelling bee
There's no particular preparation, special talent or even a rabbit's foot tucked in his back pocket.
Rants and raves
TO THE RANTER complaining about the cats having to be put to sleep after the rescue in Appling: the cats were rescued from a life of disease and suffering, you nimrod. Even I have compassion for that, and I don't like cats.
Memorial Day closings
The following schedules have been announced for Memorial Day:
Attorney delays woman's trial
Vehicular homicide charges against an Augusta woman have been put on hold and could be dismissed because of a missing witness.
Complaints multiply after claim
The number of complaints against a Richmond County teacher quadrupled after she filed a complaint against the superintendent, according to her personnel file.
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Ashlyn Nicole Price of Grovetown
Man who killed wife goes to prison for life
In minutes it was over. Todd R. Paslay began a life sentence Friday for murdering his wife.
Where we live
If you have a hard time remembering whether you've seen a painting by Jay Jacobs lately, then chances are you probably haven't, but if you recall seeing a monkey and a robot in the same piece of art, welcome to Mr. Jacobs' world.
Iraq may again see Stewart's soldiers
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Soldiers in the 1st Brigade of the Fort Stewart-based 3rd Infantry Division must be ready to deploy to Iraq again before Christmas, the division's commander said this week.
Device improves control of bladder
Centra Mazyck can surprise people by rising out of her wheelchair and taking slow, careful steps. The former point guard credits her recovery from a parachuting accident to athletic ability and the Spinal Cord Injury unit at the Augusta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers.
Crowd is sparse on first day
One hour after the inaugural James Brown Soul of America Music Festival was scheduled to begin and one hour before the first act took the stage, event organizer Charles "Champ" Walker Jr. admitted that the first lesson already had been learned.
Memorial Day closings
Area holiday closings
Aiken's tribute
Seth Crawford, 3, gets a good view of downtown Aiken's Memorial Day parade on the shoulders of his mother, Amy.
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA -- Authorities have arrested one man and are looking for another in the shooting death of a man earlier this month in the parking lot of a Columbia apartment complex.
Recreation Department employs ex-convicts
Though requirements for working in Richmond County Recreation Department youth programs are strict when it comes to having a criminal record, at least five ex-convicts are employed in the city's recreation centers, with a sixth about to come on board.
Across Georgia
LAGRANGE -- Two teenage brothers on a Memorial Day weekend vacation drowned Friday in a west Georgia lake.
St. Joseph might have buyer
St. Joseph Hospital has signed a letter of intent to sell to a Texas-based hospital chain that will likely include local physicians as owners of part of the hospital, officials announced Friday.
3 vie for GOP spot on November ballot
COLUMBIA - A week ago, Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer hoped the fate of his political career wouldn't rely on the events of Feb. 25 and Dec. 26.
Kid of the Day
John Austin Pennington, of Evans, is today's kid of the day.
Memorial Day Events
Area Momorial Day activities
Augusta area is a prime place to study rare spider lily
Biofuel plan is offered by Cox
ATLANTA - Secretary of State Cathy Cox said Saturday she wants farm-grown fuel to make up 25 percent of all the fuel used in Georgia by 2025.
Buyout is among options for Larke
Aiken's tribute
Seth Crawford, 3, gets a good view of downtown Aiken's Memorial Day parade on the shoulders of his mother, Amy.
Across Georgia
LAGRANGE -- Two teenage brothers on a Memorial Day weekend vacation drowned Friday in a west Georgia lake.
Judging impact of plant closings will take time
Rants and raves
TO THE RANTER complaining about the cats having to be put to sleep after the rescue in Appling: the cats were rescued from a life of disease and suffering, you nimrod. Even I have compassion for that, and I don't like cats.
Buyout is among options for Larke
A buyout of Superintendent Charles Larke's contract in excess of $200,000 is one of two proposals expected to be presented to the Richmond County Board of Education on Tuesday, more than one school board member has told The Augusta Chronicle.
Williams very close to a breakthrough in boxing
When your name is generic enough that the first image it conjures up is the mop-topped singer-songwriter-actor who gave the world Rainy Days and Mondays, Kermit the Frog's Rainbow Connection and the theme to The Love Boat, you need something to distinguish yourself.
Berry, Romijn, Janssen & Paquin dish on secrets of X-womanhood
Capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
Jackman sinks claws into 'X-Men' again
CANNES, France - Turns out the man behind Wolverine, that international mutant of mystery, is not so mysterious after all.
Jackman sinks claws into 'X-Men' again
CANNES, France - Turns out the man behind Wolverine, that international mutant of mystery, is not so mysterious after all.
Berry, Romijn, Janssen & Paquin dish on secrets of X-womanhood
CANNES, France - The women of "X-Men: The Last Stand" can kick your butt.
Ludacris, Kanye West find their 'Stand Up' attacked in N.Y. court
NEW YORK - With some jurors nodding their heads to the beat, lawyers sparred over whether rappers Ludacris and Kanye West stole the essence of another song to create the 2003 hit "Stand Up."
Ludacris, Kanye West find their 'Stand Up' attacked in N.Y. court
Petty still doesn't want women racing
CONCORD, N.C. - Richard Petty didn't think women belonged on the race track when Janet Guthrie became the first female driver to compete in the Coca-Cola 600 in 1976.
Guthrie's start 30 years ago has opened few doors in sport
Former stars just couldn't stay away
INDIANAPOLIS - Al Unser Jr.'s weathered face lit up at the mere suggestion. What would it be like to come down to the final laps of the Indianapolis 500 in a side-by-side duel with Michael Andretti?
IRL notebook
INDIANAPOLIS - What's hailed today as innovation is discarded tomorrow as junk. It's inevitable.
Former stars just couldn't stay away
NASCAR notebook
CONCORD, N.C. - Pit road could be more congested today than the thoroughfares leading to and from Lowe's Motor Speedway.
Petty still doesn't want women racing
Guthrie's start 30 years ago has opened few doors in sport
CONCORD, N.C. - Long before the garage gates swung open to Danica Patrick, Katherine Legge and Erin Crocker, there was a time when women weren't offered sponsorship opportunities, competitive rides or warm receptions at the race track.
Johnson nearly impossible to defeat at Lowe's
CONCORD, N.C. - The Indianapolis 500 is known as "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing."
NASCAR notebook
CONCORD, N.C. - Pit road could be more congested today than the thoroughfares leading to and from Lowe's Motor Speedway.
Johnson nearly impossible to defeat at Lowe's
CONCORD, N.C. - The Indianapolis 500 is known as "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing."
Suns look to revive offense
PHOENIX - Steve Nash took one shot in the second half of the Suns' Game 2 loss to Dallas in the Western Conference finals.
Suns look to revive offense
PHOENIX - Steve Nash took one shot in the second half of the Suns' Game 2 loss to Dallas in the Western Conference finals.
Heat ready to regain swagger
MIAMI - Only two days ago, the Miami Heat seemed relaxed and confident as they held a one-game lead in the Eastern Conference finals.
Mavs use 'D' to even the series
DALLAS - See, these really are a new breed of Dallas Mavericks. They truly can play defense.
Mavs use 'D' to even the series
Crystal S. Jordan (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Crystal S. Jordan, age 59, of Augusta entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006. A native of Greenville, SC, she was a daughter of the late Roy Tillman Sandlin and Janette Cox Sandlin, and was a longtime resident of Augusta. She was a member of the Southside Baptist Church in Greer, SC. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, James R. Jordan; her daughter, Dana J. Accardi and husband Jake of Atlanta; her son, James Robert Jordan and wife Amy of Port St. Lucie, FL; her brothers and sisters, Joyce Wofford of Greer, SC, Roy Sandlin of Cairo, GA, Frankie Sandlin of Greer, and Rhonda Carpenter of Albuquerque, NM; two grandchildren, Richard E. and Sarah R. Accardi, and her sister-in-law, Phyllis Pierce and husband Benjamin of Augusta. A memorial service will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, June 3, 2006 at the Poteet Funeral Homes West Chapel with Rev. Michael Davenport officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Portsbridge Hospice; 1365 Interstate Pkwy.; Augusta, GA 30909, or to the MCG Cancer Center; 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912, or to the donor's favorite charity. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA, 30909 (706) 860-0009. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Burton Cochran (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Rev. Burton Lester Cochran, age 85, of Swainsboro, GA died on Thursday, May 25, 2006. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 27th, at 11 AM at the First Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Rev. Burton Lester Cochran of Swainsboro, GA.
Alice W. Smart (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at her residence, Mrs. Alice W. Smart, 95, of Grand Boulevard. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Moses Baptist Church with Reverend Willie Greene officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 10:00 a.m. FLORIST: 9:00 a.m. W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Phyllis Dunaway (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Phyllis Cambridge Dunaway,70, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at the Portsbridge Hospice of Augusta, Ga. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Mrs. Dunaway was a native of Bangore, Maine. She was a Homemaker. Survivors include three sons, Richard Dunaway, Joseph Dunaway, Michael Dunaway all from Harlem. One brother Loyd Cambridge of Bangore, Maine and one sister, June Cambridge of Texas. There will be no visitation. Family and friends will assemble at the Graveside. Arrangements by Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga.- Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Leon Loutita Palmer (ATHENS, TN.)
ATHENS, TN. - Mr. Leon Loutita Palmer, age 85, of Athens, formerly of Harrison, Ga., died Thursday in Athens. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, May 28 in the May and Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Sandersville. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. utnil the hour of service.
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Geraldine H. Montgomery of Central Rd. Ext. S.W., Thomson, entered into rest May 25, 2006 at Southwestern Regional Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla. She was the beloved wife of Floyd Tommy Montgomery. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
Henry Carroll (HAMPTON, Va.)
HAMPTON, Va. - Henry Carroll, 76, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2006 in Hampton, VA. He leaves to cherish his memories a son, Henry Carroll II (Suzanne), a sister, Mattie Mattox (Frank), and a host of other family, friends, and loved ones. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 30 at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel at 11 am. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cookebros.com .
Geneva D. Bailey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, May 22, 2006 at Forest Lake Nursing Home. Mrs. Geneva D. Bailey, 74, formerly of Summer Street. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. The remains will lie in state at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. The funeral procession will leave the residence of her sister, Mrs. Archie at 1:00 p.m. Florist: 11:30 a.m. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722-6401
Adelia Carter Lyon (SENECA, S.C.)
SENECA, S.C. - Adelia Carter Lyon, 93, wife of the late Jennings B. Lyon of Seneca, died Monday, May 15, 2006 at Sterling House in Central. A native of Barnwell, S.C., Mrs. Lyon was the daughter of the late Charles Melvin and Ida Mae Morris Carter. She was a retired department manager for Sears Roebuck and was a member of Parksville Baptist Church. Mrs. Lyon was a member of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Lyon is survived by nieces, Carol Sowell of Seneca, and Joyce Lewis of Woodbridge, Va. Several other nieces and nephews also survive Mrs. Lyon. She was predeceased by a brother, Grover C. Carter. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 27, 2006 from Parksville Baptist Church with burial in Plum Branch Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Parksville Baptist Church prior to the service. Memorial may be made to Parksville Baptist Church, Price Mill Road, Parksville, S.C. 29844. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.davenportfuneralhome.com . Davenport Funeral Home, Walhalla, is in charge of arrangements.
Adelia Carter Lyon (SENECA, S.C.)
SENECA, S.C. - Adelia Carter Lyon, 93, wife of the late Jennings B. Lyon of Seneca, died Monday, May 15, 2006 at Sterling House in Central. A native of Barnwell, S.C., Mrs. Lyon was the daughter of the late Charles Melvin and Ida Mae Morris Carter. She was a retired department manager for Sears Roebuck and was a member of Parksville Baptist Church. Mrs. Lyon was a member of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Lyon is survived by nieces, Carol Sowell of Seneca, and Joyce Lewis of Woodbridge, Va. Several other nieces and nephews also survive Mrs. Lyon. She was predeceased by a brother, Grover C. Carter. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 27, 2006 from Parksville Baptist Church with burial in Plum Branch Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Parksville Baptist Church prior to the service. Memorial may be made to Parksville Baptist Church, Price Mill Road, Parksville, S.C. 29844. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.davenportfuneralhome.com . Davenport Funeral Home, Walhalla, is in charge of arrangements.
Herschel Carswell (WARTHEN, Ga.)
WARTHEN, Ga. - Mr. Herschel Lee Carswell, Warthen, died on Monday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:00 P.M. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Warthen, with Rev. Henry Tanner officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at The Place at Augusta (Nursing Home), Mrs. Eugenia Williams, 84. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (Liberty Street, Macon, GA) at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Curtis Jackson, Pastor officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park (Macon, GA). The remains will lie in state for public at Bentley & Sons Funeral Home on Monday, May 29, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Survivors are two loving and devoted children, a daughter, Ernestine P. Smith, Augusta, GA and a son, Benny (Guana) Williams, Milledgeville, GA; a special nephew, George Rogers, Milwaukee, WI; sister-in-law, Lillie M. Pettigrew, Pahokee, FL; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence of her daughter, Bentley & Sons Funeral Home, 2714 Montpelier Avenue, Macon, GA(478) 742-0952 or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
John W. Johnson (PLAQUEMINE, La.)
PLAQUEMINE, La. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mr. John W. Johnson, 75, of Plaquemine, LA. Born in Trion, GA, a son of the late Grady and Hattie Hines Johnson, he had been a resident of Louisiana for a number of years. A Korean War veteran, he proudly served his country in the United States Army where he obtained the rank of Staff Sergeant. Surviving are a son, Frank R. Johnson, Aiken, SC; daughter, Linda Smoot, Hephzibah, GA; sister, Joyce Bean, Somerville, GA; brothers, Leroy Johnson, Murphy, NC and Gene Johnson, Somerville, GA, and one grandchild. Graveside services with military honors accorded will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 2:00 PM in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC with Pastor Steven L. Hendricks officiating. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Jean Boyd (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Jean Henderson Boyd, 72, beloved wife of 55 years to Robert H. Boyd, of Second Avenue, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at her residence following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 28, 2006, in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home. Interment will be in Jackson Memorial Park, Jackson, SC. The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Cody Lee Stephens Memorial Scholarship Fund, 250 Church Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jessie Bourdeaux (SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH)
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - Our wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend peacefully passed away on May 23, 2006. Jessie was born in Augusta, Georgia on August 19, 1922 to Silas and Inez Knox. She was one of six children. She was married to Robert Bourdeaux in 1946 in Detroit. They have five children. Jessie was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. Jessie and Robert raised all five of their children to stay close to the Lord. Our mother was one of the first black hairdressers in Utah. She ran a beauty shop in her basement. She worked as an assistant to the interior designer at Clark & Leaming's Furniture store for several years. She later found employment at the V.A. Hospital where she worked for over 20 years and retired. She loved to travel the world and entertain her family and friends. She was very proud of all her children for their independence and success in all life's endeavors. She always referenced the jazz singer Billie Holiday's song, "God bless the child that has its own." She was a private and loving person. Mother, we love you for all you've done for us. Thanks for your loving care of Dad in your last days. Your tireless efforts and humbling ways will always be remembered. We will continue to care for Dad in your absence. We're all looking forward to the day we can join you again. She is survived by her husband, Robert; children, Andrea, Richard (Stephanie), Herbert, Shelia (Bryan) Wynn, and Duane (Kristine); grandchildren, Nichol and (Larry), Andre' and (Denny), Brandon, Chantelle, Da'Jon, Charice, Natasha, Sharae, and Tre'; great-grandchildren, Jalen, Lorynn and Isaiah. She is preceded in death by her parents, Silas and Inez Knox, and her siblings. You will be missed! It won't be the same without you! Funeral services will be held Wednesday May 31, 2006, 12:00 noon at Calvary Baptist Church located at 1090 S. State Street. The family will receive friends on Tuesdayevening from 6-8p.m. at Evans & Early Mortuary, 574 E. 100 S. and 1 hour prior to services on Wednesday. Internment will follow the funeral services at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Funeral Directors Evans & Early.
Elinor Petree Schadek (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Elinor Petree Schadek, 89, widow of the late Peter J. Schadek, Sr. Mrs. Schadek was born in Columbus, Ohio and raised in Chicago, IL. She was a graduate of the University of Illinois and a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. In 1935, her father, Joseph Heaton Petree, established the Perfection Bed Spring Co. in Ohio. Upon his death, Mrs. Schadek assumed the Presidency of the Corporation. She was an avid bridge player, gardener, writer and artist. Family members include her son, Peter Schadek of Evans, GA; daughters, Kathleen S. Cassel of Alexandria, VA, Gail S. Dignan of Burr Ridge, IL; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the CSRA Humane Society, 425 Wood St., Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends Sunday, May 28, 2006 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son. Burialwill take place at a later date in Mansfield, Ohio. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Elinor Petree Schadek (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Elinor Petree Schadek, 89, widow of the late Peter J. Schadek, Sr. Mrs. Schadek was born in Columbus, Ohio and raised in Chicago, IL. She was a graduate of the University of Illinois and a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. In 1935, her father, Joseph Heaton Petree, established the Perfection Bed Spring Co. in Ohio. Upon his death, Mrs. Schadek assumed the Presidency of the Corporation. She was an avid bridge player, gardener, writer and artist. Family members include her son, Peter Schadek of Evans, GA; daughters, Kathleen S. Cassel of Alexandria, VA, Gail S. Dignan of Burr Ridge, IL; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the CSRA Humane Society, 425 Wood St., Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends today, Sunday, May 28, 2006 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son.Burial will take place at a later date in Mansfield, Ohio. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
Lawson Kendrick (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
NEW ELLENTON, S.C. - Mr. Lawson Kendrick, 79, of Ann Drive, New Ellenton, S. C. died May 25, 2006 after an extended illness. Lawson was born on July 10, 1926 to Quinn and Vicie Lowery Kendrick in Cleveland County, NC near Shelby. He was a U. S. Army veteran of WW II serving with the 158th Infantry Regiment during the Philippine campaign and in the occupation of Japan after the end of the war. He returned to Cleveland County NC and worked with his father as a farmer until moving to Aiken County in 1951 when he began work with DuPont at the Savannah River Plant. A resident of New Ellenton since 1954, he retired from DuPont in 1986 after 36 years in the Patrol and Security organizations at SRP. He was a long time member of Foreman Memorial Baptist Church in New Ellenton and the Berea Pals Sunday School Class. He was an avid quail hunter, fisherman, and gardener. He also enjoyed baseball throughout his life, playing as a young man, coaching youth leagues, and following major league baseball later in life. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janett Hendrick Kendrick also from Cleveland County, NC; his son Scott Kendrick(Deanna) of Fort Mill SC, and their children William and Kathryn; his son Dale Kendrick(Suzanne) of Aiken SC, and their children Sarah and Robin; his daughter Jill Kendrick Warrington (Don) of Canton Ga, and their son Lawson. Also, surviving are three brothers, two sisters and their spouses, Edwin and Juanita Kendrick of Shelby NC, Rebecca and W. H. Borders of Rock Hill, SC, Betty Catherine and Joe Davis of Monroe NC, Lowery and Betty Jean Kendrick of Shelby NC, and Joe and Nancy Kendrick of Shelby NC. The family will receive visitors at Shellhouse Rivers Funeral Home, 715 East Pine Log Road, Aiken SC 29803 on Saturday, May 27 from 6PM until 8PM. The funeral will be held at 2PM on Sunday, May 28 at Foreman Memorial Baptist Church in New Ellenton with Revs. Tim Hendrick, Jim Duncan, and Dexter Lambert officiating. Burialwill follow at Southlawn Cemetary. Pallbearers will be Chris Beam, Johnny Buzhardt, Dewayne Deal, Joe Eubanks, Lee Josey, and Stanley Parrish. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Foreman Memorial Baptist Church, 207 Smith Ave, New Ellenton, SC 29809 or St Joseph Foundation/Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta Georgia 30904. Please visit the online memorial at www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Burton Cochran (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Rev. Burton Lester Cochran, age 85, of Swainsboro, GA died on Thursday, May 25, 2006. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 27th, at 11 AM at the First Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Rev. Burton Lester Cochran of Swainsboro, GA.
Harold D. Lee (NEW YORK, N.Y.)
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Mr. Harold D. Lee of New York, son of the late Edward Lee, Jr. and the late Katherine B. Lee, entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 in New York. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Lee was a native of Augusta and had lived in New York most of his life. Survivors are two sons, Corey Lee, Augusta, Shawn Lee, New York; two sisters, Barbara Lee, New York, Angela Lee, Augusta; two brothers, Raymond Lee, Alvin Lee, New York; three grandchildren, Amina Lee, ShaCorya Lee, Sheyanne Lee, Augusta and a host of nieces and nephews. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Herschel Carswell (WARTHEN, Ga.)
WARTHEN, Ga. - Mr. Herschel Lee Carswell, Warthen, died on Monday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:00 P.M. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Warthen, with Rev. Henry Tanner officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Margaret Graves Weeks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Margaret Graves Weeks, 96, of North Hills Drive, North Augusta, SC, who died May 25, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Dr. Gary C. Redding officiating. Interment in Pineview Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904 or First Baptist Church of North Augusta Building Fund, 602 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Myrtis Washington (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mrs. Myrtis Irene Washington, age 85, entered into rest Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at Thomson Manor Nursing Home. Miss Washington was the beloved daughter of the late Pearl W. Beasley and sister of the Late Roy B. Beasley. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Silver Run Baptist Church with the Rev. John McMillan officating. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery. If so desire, memorials may be made to the Silver Run Baptist Building Fund, 5406, 221 Highway SE, Harlem, Georgia 30814. Pallbearers will be Vernon Washington, Ronnie Washington, Ray Washington, Robert Wylds, Dwayne Wylds, and Seth Mason. Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Wells, Warren Wells, and David Holley. Arrangements by Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at Starling@familink.com
Ethel M. Aube (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Ethel Marie Aube, 73, beloved wife of Robert S. Aube, of Five Notch Road, entered into rest Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at her residence. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. today in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Todd Brown officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the memorial service until 4:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Margaret Warner (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Margaret Ann Warner will be held 2 p.m. today at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses with Rick Culler officiating. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
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 services will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Second Antioch Baptist with Rev. William Bussey officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Mr. Griffin, a native of Augusta, was a 1981 graduate of Hephzibah High School and was employed for 19 years as a meat chef at Villa Europa. He was a member of Second Antioch Baptist Church where he served as an usher. Survivors are his wife, Lisa Griffin, Augusta; four daughters, Jameka Griffin, Tamika Griffin, Kendra Griffin, Ashlee Griffin, all of Augusta; one granddaughter, Janiah Wilson; three sisters, Nancy Ellison, Augusta, Jacqueline (Orlando) Bradley, Hephzibah, Valerie Charles, Augusta; three brothers, Tracey (Linda) Griffin, Jessie Williams, Augusta, Budroe Bradshaw, Newark, N.J.; adopted sister, Terri Riddick, Okinawa, Japan; adopted brother, Eddie Brown, Miami, Fla.; mothers-in-law, Margaret (Joel) Walker, Augusta, Bessie Williams, Hephzibah; sisters-in-law, Vontressa Williams, Vontricia Williams, Sable Williams, Hephzibah; brothers-in-law, Willie Williams, Jr., Hephzibah, Curtis Ellison, Augusta, Darryl Galloway, Iraq, Kalvin Williams, Savannah, Ga.; goddaughter, Chelsey Harmon and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at The Place at Augusta (Nursing Home), Mrs. Eugenia Williams (84). Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (Liberty Street, Macon, GA) at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Curtis Jackson, Pastor officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park (Macon, GA). Survivors are two loving and devoted children, a daughter, Ernestine P. Smith, Augusta, GA and a son, Benny (Guana) Williams, Milledgeville, GA; a special nephew, George Rogers, Milwaukee, WI; sister-in-law, Lillie M. Pettigrew, Pahokee, FL; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence of her daughter or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alice W. Smart (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at her residence, Mrs. Alice W. Smart, 95, of Grand Boulevard. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Moses Baptist Church with Reverend Willie Greene officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 10:00 a.m. FLORIST: 9:00 a.m. W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Harry Anderson (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga. - It is with heavy hearts but joy in the Lord that we inform you that Harry King Anderson, Jr., of Wrightsville, Ga., passed away on the morning of May 5, 2006, after many months of failing health. Harry was born May 2, 1935 in Augusta, Ga. to Harry King Anderson Sr. and Ann Smith Anderson. His parents and brother, William Thomas of Florence, S.C., preceded him in death. He is survived by his only son, Harry King Anderson III (wife Connie) and three granddaughters, Sarah, Holley and Emily of Glendale, Az. Harry was married to Ruth Holley Harbeson until 1972. He grew up in the Augusta area, served in the Army and Air Force, attended and graduated from Georgia Tech (1962) and spent the later years of his life reaching out and touching the lives of veterans that were fighting substance abuse. He started working at the Veterans Hospital in New Orleans and after many years transferred to Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin, Ga., where he retired. He will be missed. A memorial service will be held at Westover Memorial Park Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Johnnie R. Davis (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mr. Johnnie R. Davis, Sr., entered into rest Monday, May 22, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, May 28, 2006, at the Bradford O'Keffe Funeral Home, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Interment will be in the Crest Lawn Cemetery. Starling Funeral Home Hwy. 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Lessel Leonard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - The Rev. Lessel Leonard, of Nighthawk Drive, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Rev. Leonard, a native of Jonesboro, La., was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, Augusta. He was the pastor of Green Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Augusta. Survivors include his wife, Madean Peoples Leonard; a daughter, Bonnie L. Beard, Houston, Texas; two sons, Lester Paul Leonard, Sr. (Diane), Houston and Patrick Lynn Leonard (Twan), Stone Mountain, Ga.; one sister, Helen Garrett, Dallas, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Alyce D. Leonard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Alyce D. Leonard, 96, of Alta Vista Ave., entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held today at 11:00 a.m., in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Dexter Lambert officiating. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ada Jones Johnson (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Mrs. Ada Jones Johnson, 85, of North 19th Street, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Johnson, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Zion Fair Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include five daughters, Earnesteen Eakins (Ronald), Nadine Johnson and Barbara McMilliant, Philadelphia, Willie Mae Thompson, Clinton, Md. and Ruby Morton, (Ulysses), Trenton, N.J.; seven sons, Croft Johnson, Jr., Nathaniel Johnson (Marcia), Irvin Johnson, Jeffery A. Johnson, Phillip Johnson, Willie James Johnson and McKinley Johnson; two sisters, Ida Mixon and Josie Lee Jones; aunt, Elizabeth Spells, all of Philadelphia; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Ruth Cabiness (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Mrs. Ruth Cabiness, 75, of North 23rd Street, Philadelphia, departed this life on Monday, May 22, 2006. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, Philadelphia. Jackson Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C. in charge of local arrangements. G. Choice Funeral Home, 2350 North Broad Street, Philadelphia in charge of arrangements.
Valarie Tingle (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Services for Valarie Quattlebaum Tingle, will be conducted 3 p.m., Tuesday at Barr-Price Funeral Home, Historic B-L Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Tim Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Ridge Crest Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Michael Byars, Matthew Quattlebaum, Jim MacBride, Bill Quattlebaum, Jr., Todd Shealy, and Donnie Craps. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Riverland Hills Baptist Church, 201 Lake Murray Blvd., Irmo, SC 29063. Mrs. Tingle died Friday, May 26, 2006. Born in Martel, FL a daughter of the late Sidney O. and Minnie Winn Holstein Sr. She was a member of Riverland Hills Baptist Church and was a retired beautician and cosmetologist. Surviving are sons and daughter in-law, Glynn (Sherri) Quattlebaum of Greenville and Tim Quattlebaum of Augusta, GA,; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Q. (Bill) Capilos of Columbia; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands, George Quattlebaum, Jr. and Archie Tingle; brothers, Sidney and Charlie Holstein; step-son, Danny Tingle. The family would like to thank Winyah Hospice and special sitters, Blair Hollis and Nora Suber. Online register at www.barr-price.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Van Swancy (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mr. Van Swancy, age 55, beloved husband of Theresa Swancy, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Mr. Swancy was born to Doris Redd Swancy and the late James Swancy. He was employed by Pepperidge Farm as a route salesman and was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area. Van had a special love for his family, golfing, and was an avid Gator fan. Van was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed. Graveside assemble services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Additional family members include a son; Eric D. Swancy of Augusta, a daughter; Jennifer R. Meadows of Grovetown, and a grandson; Tyler Odom, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jean Boyd (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Jean Henderson Boyd, 72, beloved wife of fifty-five years to Robert H. Boyd, of Second Avenue, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at her residence following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held today at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home. Interment will be in Jackson Memorial Park, Jackson, SC. Memorials may be made to the Cody Lee Stephens Memorial Scholarship Fund, 250 Church Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Lewis Craig (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006, Mr. Lewis 'Ronnie' Craig of Augusta, son of the late Cecil Craig and the late Maebell Smith Craig. The funeral service will be conducted Sunday, May 28, 2006 in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home at 4:00 p.m. The interment will be private. The family will receive friends tonight, Saturday, May 27, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Berl Wheeler (SHARON, Ga.)
SHARON, Ga. - Mr. Berl Wheeler, 56, of Sharon, passed on May 25, 2006. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church in Sharon. The eulogy will be given by Rev. D. Burns and the interment will be in the church cemetery. Hughes & Turner Funeral Home, Crawfordville, Ga.
Leon Savage (WILLISTON, S.C.)
WILLISTON, S.C. - Mr. Leon Savage, Williston, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006 at the Barnwell County Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, Inc. Family and friends may call at the residence, 717 Elko Street, Williston or Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, 13188 Main Street, Williston, SC (803) 266-7806.
Barney O'Hara (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Mr. Barney O'Hara, of Lone Oak Road, entered into rest Saturday, May 27, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Katherine H. Scavens (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mrs. Katherine Holland Scavens, 82, of Columbia Rd., wife of Mr. Nicholas J. (Nick) Scavens, died Friday May 26, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Graveside Services will be held Sunday May 28, 2006 at 5 P.M. at Eastview Cemetery Mrs. Scavens was a native of Edgefield County and a member of Edgefield First Baptist Church. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, 1 Daughter- Rebecca Tidwell, Edgefield, 1 Son- Joseph (Jo) Scavens, North Augusta. 1 Grandchild and 2 Great-Grandchildren. The Family will receive friends Saturday at the home. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Rebecca Anderson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Rebecca W. Anderson of Arcadia Court, entered into rest on May 26, 2006 at University Hospital. She was a member of Greater Mt. Canaan Baptist Church of which Rev. Victor Thomas is pastor. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Dent's Funeral Home. She is survived by two sons, Mr. Kenneth D. (Theresa) Anderson and Mr. Curtis Anderson; three daughters, Ms. Deborah O. Anderson, Ms. Pamela G. Scott and Ms. Feronda A. Crawford; one brother, Mr. Isiah 'Ike' Williams; grandchildren, Tiffany Anderson, Natasha Anderson, Savannah L. Crawford, Scylance B. Scott, III and Tia Scott and other relatives and friends. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Wilburn Epley (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Wilburn Steven Epley will be held Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11am at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Avenue, SW, Aiken, with Rev. Toby Rowell officiating, Visitation will be Sunday, May 28, 2006 from 6-8pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to Mt. Beulah Baptist Church Building Fund, 857 Mt. Beulah Road, Windsor, SC 29856. Mr. Epley, 58, of Windsor, died Thursday, May 25, 2006 at University Hospital, Augusta. Mr. Epley was born In Asheville, NC to the late Wilburn and Betty Rhymer Epley. He lived in Windsor most his life. He was a former president of the National Association Dental Laboratory. He was a member of Mt. Beulah Baptist Church were he served as a teacher in the Young Adult Sunday Scholl Class and was a member of the choir. He owned Epley Crown & Bridge and Epley Racing Stable. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Mr. Epley is survived by his wife, MargaretHarwood Epley; a son, Steve Epley, and a daughter, Christi Epley Parrott. He is also survived by two brother, Bob Epley and Terry Epley; two sisters, Linda Graves and Wendy Epley and three grandchildren, Tyler Steven Epley, Taber Grace Epley and Ella Marie Epley. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to sign the online condolence register.
Jesse Ray Brown (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - Entered into rest May 27, 2006, Mr. Jesse Ray Brown of Tignall, beloved husband of Mary Carolyn Eubanks Brown. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Thomas Rushin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mr. Thomas (Tom) Rushin, Jr., 38, of Cantelou Road, son of Thomas (Tommy) Rushin Sr. and the late Peggy Reese Rushin died May 25, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Funeral Services will be held Sunday May 28, 2006 at 2 P.M. at Edgefield First Baptist Church with burial in Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Mr. Rushin was born in Augusta, Ga. And was a Mechanic. He was a member of Edgefield First Baptist Church. Survivors include his father and step-mother- Thomas (Tommy) Sr. and Betty Rushin, 2 Brothers- Travis Rushin, Aiken, and Tyler Rushin, Clover, S.C., 2 Sisters- Elisa Spray, North Augusta and Elaine Daly, Gaffney. Memorials may be made to the Edgefield County Hospital, P.O. Box 590 Edgefield, S.C. 29824. The family is at the home of his father on Cantelou Rd. and will receive friends from 4 to 6 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Geraldine H. Montgomery of Central Rd. Ext. S.W., Thomson, entered into rest May 25, 2006 at Southwestern Regional Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla. She was the beloved wife of Floyd Tommy Montgomery. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at University Hospital. Mrs. Katherine Sanders (85) formerly of Augusta Hills Nursing Home and 936 Florence Street. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Mae Dorothy Perrin (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Mae Dorothy Perrin of Knollcrest Drive entered into rest on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 29, 2006 at 12 noon at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr. officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Mrs. Perrin, a native of Augsuta, was a 1968 graduate of Lucy Laney High School. She was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church where she was a member of the January Birth Month Club Fellowship Group, Pastor's Aide Council on Evangelism, NBTU and China Christmas Banquet Ministry. Survivors are her husband, Horace E. Perrin, Sr.; three sons, Horace E. Perrin, Jr., Terrence (Kari) Perrin, Conyers, Ga., Marcus Perrin, Augusta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Juanita Mayes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at Meadow Grove Personal Care Home, Mrs. Juanita Mayes of London Boulevard and Meadow Grove. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Mayes was a member of Broadway Baptist Church where Rev. Dr. C. W. Joyner is Pastor. Survivors are her husband, Mr. Jesse Mayes; three daughters, Joyce Mayes, Sheila M. (Roger) Johnson and Bertha M. Tillman; and a host of grandchildren, one brother, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Jessie Bourdeaux (SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH)
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - Our wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend peacefully passed away on May 23, 2006. Jessie was born in Augusta, Georgia on August 19, 1922 to Silas and Inez Knox. She was one of six children. She was married to Robert Bourdeaux in 1946 in Detroit. They have five children. Jessie was a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. Jessie and Robert raised all five of their children to stay close to the Lord. Our mother was one of the first black hairdressers in Utah. She ran a beauty shop in her basement. She worked as an assistant to the interior designer at Clark & Leaming's Furniture store for several years. She later found employment at the V.A. Hospital where she worked for over 20 years and retired. She loved to travel the world and entertain her family and friends. She was very proud of all her children for their independence and success in all life's endeavors. She always referenced the jazz singer Billie Holiday's song, "God bless the child that has its own." She was a private and loving person. Mother, we love you for all you've done for us. Thanks for your loving care of Dad in your last days. Your tireless efforts and humbling ways will always be remembered. We will continue to care for Dad in your absence. We're all looking forward to the day we can join you again. She is survived by her husband, Robert; children, Andrea, Richard (Stephanie), Herbert, Shelia (Bryan) Wynn, and Duane (Kristine); grandchildren, Nichol and (Larry), Andre' and (Denny), Brandon, Chantelle, Da'Jon, Charice, Natasha, Sharae, and Tre'; great-grandchildren, Jalen, Lorynn and Isaiah. She is preceded in death by her parents, Silas and Inez Knox, and her siblings. You will be missed! It won't be the same without you! Funeral services will be held Wednesday May 31, 2006, 12:00 noon at Calvary Baptist Church located at 1090 S. State Street. The family will receive friends on Tuesdayevening from 6-8p.m. at Evans & Early Mortuary, 574 E. 100 S. and 1 hour prior to services on Wednesday. Internment will follow the funeral services at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Funeral Directors Evans & Early.
Edgar Boswell (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
GREENSBORO, Ga. - Edgar Reid Boswell, Jr., age 85, of Greensboro died Thursday, May 25, 2006 at Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville. Funeral service will be held Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Greensboro. Interment will follow in Greenview Cemetery. McCommons Funeral Home, Greensboro, in charge of arrangements.
Henry Carroll (HAMPTON, Va.)
HAMPTON, Va. - Henry Carroll, 76, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2006 in Hampton, VA. He leaves to cherish his memories a son, Henry Carroll II (Suzanne), a sister, Mattie Mattox (Frank), and a host of other family, friends, and loved ones. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 30 at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel at 11 am. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cookebros.com .
Billy Wayne Adair (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday May 26, 2006 at his residence Mr. Billy Wayne Adair age 49, son the Mrs. Willie Lou Collins Adair and the late Mr. James Harold Adair. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Tuesday May 30, 2006 at Elliott Sons Funeral Home Lumpkin Road Chapel with Rev. Dr. Bobby Coleman officiating. Interment will follow in Adams Chapel Cemetery, Harlem, GA. Mr. Adair was a native of Barnwell South Carolina and had made the Augusta area his home for most of his life. He was a crane operator with Columbia Nitrogen, and was a member Silvercrest Baptist Church. His son, Will, was the love and joy in his life. Additional survivors include one son, William (Will) Adair, Augusta; his mother of Augusta; one brother, James Jeffery Adair his wife, Vicky, Hephzibah; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jerry Leonard, Mike Stallings, Tim Crawley, Chris Johnson, Dicky Wiggins, Joey Henderson. A visitation with the family will take 10:00 am Tuesday May 30, 2006 at Elliott Sons Funeral Home Lumpkin Road Chapel until time of service. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at The Place at Augusta (Nursing Home), Mrs. Eugenia Williams, 84. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (Liberty Street, Macon, GA) at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Curtis Jackson, Pastor officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park (Macon, GA). The remains will lie in state for public at Bentley & Sons Funeral Home on Monday, May 29, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Survivors are two loving and devoted children, a daughter, Ernestine P. Smith, Augusta, GA and a son, Benny (Guana) Williams, Milledgeville, GA; a special nephew, George Rogers, Milwaukee, WI; sister-in-law, Lillie M. Pettigrew, Pahokee, FL; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence of her daughter, Bentley & Sons Funeral Home, 2714 Montpelier Avenue, Macon, GA(478) 742-0952 or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Broome Covington (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006, Mrs. Doris Broome Covington, 79. Mrs. Covington was a native of Aiken County and daughter of the late James Manford and Ruby Broome. She went to work at age 16 and retired after 40 years with Southern Bell as a "Switchman". Mrs. Covington was an avid reader and World War II history buff. She had many friends and her home was her heart. Family members include her son, Matthew Covington and Cindy; daughter, Laura B. Covington, all of Augusta; brother, Warren and Martha Broome of Arkansas; sister, Thelma and Claude Jones of Florida; several nieces and nephews and her special cousin, Jane and Ronald Skinner of Statesboro, GA. The family request that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Special Olympics, 1133 19th St. NW, Washington, DC 20036. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907. (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Geraldine H. Montgomery of Central Rd. Ext. S.W., Thomson, entered into rest May 25, 2006 at Southwestern Regional Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla. She was the beloved wife of Floyd Tommy Montgomery. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
Imogene B. Kennedy (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - The Visitation for Mrs. Imogene B. Kennedy, 89, of Prince William Drive, North Augusta, SC, who died May 27, 2006 will be conducted Monday evening from 5 to 7 at the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Interment in Benton County Memorial Park, Rogers, Arkansas. Mrs. Kennedy was a native of Melvern, Arkansas having made North Augusta her home for the past five years. She was the wife of the late Mr. James G. Kennedy, Jr. and a retired Department Manager with the Broadway Stores. Survivors include two granddaughters Eileen DuBose and her husband Forrest, North Augusta and Tara Kenealley, Glendora, California; a great-granddaughter, Meagan Kenealley. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Valarie Tingle (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Services for Valarie Quattlebaum Tingle, will be conducted 3 p.m., Tuesday at Barr-Price Funeral Home, Historic B-L Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Tim Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Ridge Crest Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Michael Byars, Matthew Quattlebaum, Jim MacBride, Bill Quattlebaum, Jr., Todd Shealy, and Donnie Craps. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Riverland Hills Baptist Church, 201 Lake Murray Blvd., Irmo, SC 29063. Mrs. Tingle died Friday, May 26, 2006. Born in Martel, FL a daughter of the late Sidney O. and Minnie Winn Holstein Sr. She was a member of Riverland Hills Baptist Church and was a retired beautician and cosmetologist. Surviving are sons and daughter in-law, Glynn (Sherri) Quattlebaum of Greenville and Tim Quattlebaum of Augusta, GA,; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Q. (Bill) Capilos of Columbia; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands, George Quattlebaum, Jr. and Archie Tingle; brothers, Sidney and Charlie Holstein; step-son, Danny Tingle. The family would like to thank Winyah Hospice and special sitters, Blair Hollis and Nora Suber. Online register at www.barr-price.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Katherine Sanders, 85, of Augusta Hills Nursing Home and formerly of 936 Florence Street. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Survivors are one nephew, Mr. Benny Bryan; one niece, Mrs. Demitries Burgess; two great-nephews, Adam Bryan and Kenny Burgess; one great niece, Tiffany Bryan, all of Bronx, New York; a cousin, Dorothy Kendrick, Detroit, MI; a devoted friend, Ms. Ella Mae Fleming and family, Augusta, GA; five brothers-in-law, three sisters-in-law; other friends, Ms. Lillie Smiley and family, Mrs. Lillian Roberson, Ms. Cindy Johnson, Ms. Mary Sanders, and Mr. Robert Cody and family. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Ada Jones Johnson (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Mrs. Ada Jones Johnson, 85, of North 19th Street, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Johnson, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Zion Fair Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include five daughters, Earnesteen Eakins (Ronald), Nadine Johnson and Barbara McMilliant, Philadelphia, Willie Mae Thompson, Clinton, Md. and Ruby Morton, (Ulysses), Trenton, N.J.; seven sons, Croft Johnson, Jr., Nathaniel Johnson (Marcia), Irvin Johnson, Jeffery A. Johnson, Phillip Johnson, Willie James Johnson and McKinley Johnson; two sisters, Ida Mixon and Josie Lee Jones; aunt, Elizabeth Spells, all of Philadelphia; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Juanita Mayes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at Meadow Grove Personal Care Home, Mrs. Juanita Mayes, of London Boulevard and Meadow Grove. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Broadway Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. C.W. Joyner officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens.. Mrs. Mayes was a member of Broadway Baptist Church where Rev. Dr. C. W. Joyner is Pastor. Survivors are her husband, Mr. Jesse Mayes; three daughters, Joyce Mayes, Sheila M. (Roger) Johnson and Bertha M. Tillman; and a host of grandchildren, one brother, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lessel Leonard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - The Rev. Lessel Leonard, of Nighthawk Drive, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Rev. Leonard, a native of Jonesboro, La., was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, Augusta. He was the pastor of Green Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Augusta. Survivors include his wife, Madean Peoples Leonard; a daughter, Bonnie L. Beard, Houston, Texas; two sons, Lester Paul Leonard, Sr. (Diane), Houston and Patrick Lynn Leonard (Twan), Stone Mountain, Ga.; one sister, Helen Garrett, Dallas, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Margaret Warner (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Margaret Ann Warner will be held 2 p.m. today at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses with Rick Culler officiating. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Barbara Jean James (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Memorial services for Miss Barbara Jean James, who entered into rest May 19, 2006, will be conducted this Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 2:30 P.M. at C.A. Reid, Sr., Memorial Funeral Home, Gibson Chapel, Rev. David Easterlin officiating. Survivors include Vernon (Cynthia) Cratic, Dolphis (Ann) Cratic.
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
Billy Wayne Adair (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Harold D. Lee (NEW YORK, N.Y.)
Johnnie R. Davis (HARLEM, Ga.)
Edgar Boswell (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
Mae Dorothy Perrin (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Jesse Ray Brown (TIGNALL, Ga.)
Margaret Graves Weeks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Geneva D. Bailey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Lawson Kendrick (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
Barney O'Hara (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Thomas Rushin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Leon Loutita Palmer (ATHENS, TN.)
Katherine H. Scavens (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Ethel M. Aube (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Imogene B. Kennedy (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Barbara Jean James (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Elinor Petree Schadek (EVANS, Ga.)
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Alyce D. Leonard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Harry Anderson (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Elinor Petree Schadek (EVANS, Ga.)
Crystal S. Jordan (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Broome Covington (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Myrtis Washington (DEARING, Ga.)
Ruth Cabiness (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
John W. Johnson (PLAQUEMINE, La.)
Rebecca Anderson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
A sports fan's guide to essential reading
Belmont field is looking lackluster
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.
Lawyer wants investigation into Duke 'wanted' poster
DURHAM, N.C. - A lawyer for a Duke lacrosse player has asked for a police department internal investigation into a poster and flyers that he says unfairly implied 46 team members were guilty of raping a woman hired to strip at an off-campus party.
Lawyer wants investigation into Duke 'wanted' poster
DURHAM, N.C. - A lawyer for a Duke lacrosse player has asked for a police department internal investigation into a poster and flyers that he says unfairly implied 46 team members were guilty of raping a woman hired to strip at an off-campus party.
Overtime
It appears to be a matter of time before Ricky Williams joins the Toronto Argonauts.
Overtime
In Columbus, Ohio, Augusta State's Lauren Smith got off to another slow start in the NCAA Division I Women's Championships and shot a final-round 7-over-par 79.
A sports fan's guide to essential reading
The Augusta Chronicle has compiled a 2006 essential sports book reading list, which is made of current and classic selections.
Belmont field is looking lackluster
NEW YORK - The Belmont Stakes will be run June 10, the 11th of 13 races at Belmont Park that day. Post time, 6:35 p.m.
Overtime
It appears to be a matter of time before Ricky Williams joins the Toronto Argonauts.
Sports rants
THE BRAVES NEED to get rid of Chris Reitsma. He is useless.
Sports rants
THE BRAVES NEED to get rid of Chris Reitsma. He is useless.
U.S. women could exit early
PARIS - Prospects for U.S. women at the French Open already seemed bleak, with Serena Williams and Lindsay Davenport sidelined, and Venus Williams a bit rusty.
U.S. women could exit early
PARIS - Prospects for U.S. women at the French Open already seemed bleak, with Serena Williams and Lindsay Davenport sidelined, and Venus Williams a bit rusty.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.
Coast Guard trying to stop unlicensed guides
The U.S. Coast Guard is taking a closer look at the growing number of professional fishing guides operating along the Savannah River and its upstream reservoirs.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.
Coast Guard trying to stop unlicensed guides
Unearthed photo ends controversy
For 74 years, the persistent ghost of George W. Perry's world record largemouth bass has haunted its detractors.
Spartans have plenty to play for in last road game
The Augusta Spartans might not have much to play for in their final three games of the season, but that doesn't mean they're about to quit.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday. Send to churchnews@augustachronicle.com. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or mail to Faith Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Religion News in Brief
WASHINGTON - Religious leaders are lining up in opposing coalitions over whether to amend the U.S. Constitution to ban gay marriage.
New style of worship brings new spirit to mainline church
MAUMEE, Ohio - The pews have been replaced by upholstered chairs at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. The altar is now an expansive stage that accommodates drummers, guitarists and keyboard players. The most popular seats in the building are the two leather couches that make the church's entryway feel like a hip coffee shop.
Seminar to take biblical look at health
When Moses died, it wasn't in a nursing home with tubes up his nose. His eyes were still sharp, and he was still climbing mountains at the end, said nutritionist, author and funnyman David Meinz.
Pentecost event will celebrate diocese
Sitting on more than $200 million in box office receipts after The Da Vinci Code's May 19 opening, Sony Pictures sees a sequel or two in its future. There is no limit or end to bad taste, said Catholic Archbishop Wilton Gregory, of Atlanta, in a telephone interview.
Faith digest
Gospel and patriotic music and old-fashioned games will be part of a Memorial Day observance from 3 to 8 p.m. today at Mann Memorial United Methodist Church, 2705 Milledgeville Road. Patrons are asked to bring lawn chairs and picnic foods.
Followers wear tattoos to reflect beliefs
WICHITA, Kan. - Martha Arana wears her faith on her skin - in permanent black, red and green ink.
Unearthed photo ends controversy
Williams very close to a breakthrough in boxing
Spartans have plenty to play for in last road game
Spartans have plenty to play for in last road game
The Augusta Spartans might not have much to play for in their final three games of the season, but that doesn't mean they're about to quit.
TV highlights (and lowlights) for the week ahead
Why have we failed to stop the spread of HIV? That's the central question of "The Age of AIDS," a two-part, four-hour "Frontline" investigation.
Joe Mantegna, Gary Sinise host PBS Memorial Day concert
LOS ANGELES - When Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise host Sunday's annual "National Memorial Day Concert" in Washington they'll have special guests on hand: relatives who served in World War II.
TV highlights (and lowlights) for the week ahead
Why have we failed to stop the spread of HIV? That's the central question of "The Age of AIDS," a two-part, four-hour "Frontline" investigation.
Joe Mantegna, Gary Sinise host PBS Memorial Day concert
Georgia rallies past Vanderbilt
HOOVER, Ala. - Ryan Peisel had a bases loaded single in the ninth inning, and Matthew Dunn followed with a two-run double, rallying Georgia to a 5-4 victory over Vanderbilt on Saturday in the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
Georgia rallies past Vanderbilt
Women of excellence honored at luncheon
Augusta State University graduates
Bright future is forecast for North Augusta's free concert series
Followers wear tattoos to reflect beliefs
Seminar to take biblical look at health
Pentecost event will celebrate diocese
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