Recreation schedules
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Around the block
Brock Clarke will give a free public reading at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Parkway, as part of the James and Mary Oswald Distinguished Writers series.
Athlete Spotlight: Shalonte Rainey, Kayce Greene
Whether it's lending their school spirit from the sidelines or being the focus of the competition, Kayce Greene and Shalonte Rainey have given their all as cheerleaders for Silver Bluff High School the past four years.
Voices from the street
Will you let your children participate in Halloween activities this year?
Calendar
'Lying in State' will be performed at the Aiken Community Playhouse the weekends of October 20-21 and 27-28
In Our Community
To provide assistance and money to benefit the library. Friends of the library also develop fundraising programs and events. The organization currently funds the DVD rental program and helped establish the wireless capabilities in the library. The next project is to raise funds for more nonfiction books.
Events
Camping reservations for coastal state parks should be made by telephone, mail or in person at least 14 days before occupancy dates for a minimum of four nights during the week or three nights on weekends.
Adult Literacy
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
Bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Sept. 21-28. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
Recycling news
To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation takes aluminum cans at the Belvedere Fire Department on U.S. Highway 25, Langley Fire Department on South Carolina Highway 421, and Aiken Department of Public Safety stations No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road and No. 3 on U.S. Highway 78.
Farmers Market
The Aiken County Farmers Market, at Williamsburg Street and Richland Avenue, sells fresh produce daily.
City of Aiken Soccer Standings
City of Aiken soccer scores and standings
Library listings
Operating hours, locations and phone numbers for local library branches.
Milestones
North Augusta High School class of 1991 is seeking classmates for a 15-year reunion Friday, Nov. 24.
Health Calendar
The Health Calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928 or send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augustachronicle.com
Rants and raves
A Big Rant to Edgefield County Councilman Willie Bright for calling the police on a group of teens playing football at Bettis Park. These kids were innocently playing football at a public park and doing nothing wrong.
Hitchcock Woods Foundation adapts to changes
Changes in Aiken are reflected even in the community's historic, revered institutions.
Meetings
The Aiken International Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month.
Photos: King and queens
Members of the 2006-07 Fox Creek High School homecoming court are Jade Bryant, ninth grade; JoHanna Jacobs, 10th grade; Megan Bryant, homecoming queen; and Jetta Owens, 11th grade.
Across the river
Upcoming shows in the Broadway in Augusta series include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cats, I Can't Stop Loving You and Jesus Christ Superstar.
Teacher's mother donates retirement gifts to school
When Nancy Lemke retired after 25 years at GFI Genfare in Chicago, her co-workers were stumped about what type of gift would be appropriate.
Real-life lessons
Each Thursday afternoon, the atmosphere at A.L. Corbett Middle School changes.
Where we worship
The Rev. Clanton said he doesn't have a favorite Scripture or quote from the Bible: "I like the whole book."
Spotted
For more photos. log on to The Augusta Chronicle's photo blog at spotted.augusta.com
Project Lifesaver will begin
Project Lifesaver, a program that provides radio-signal emitting wristbands to mentally impaired people, will begin service in Aiken County on Nov. 1, officials said.
Editorial cartoonist set to open arts center program
The Aiken Center for the Arts will kick off its quarterly Business of Art program Wednesday with a speaker from Clemson, S.C.
Pet of the week
Ophelia, a 7-year-old female black-and-white cat, is available for adoption through the CSRA Humane Society. For more information, visit www.csrahumanesociety.org or call (706) 261-7387.
Five Questions with Bill Inman
Bill Inman is the United Way of Aiken County campaign chairman.
Photo: Time travelers
Mr. McClure, Mr. Barbezzi, Ms. Barbabella and Mr. Custodi were on the streets of Aiken dressed as time travelers from A.D. 1304 to promote the Partners in Friendship Medieval Banquet, which will be held Thursday and Saturday in Aiken.
Play brings out some unnatural traits in its cast
Cathy Traver said she has nothing in common with the character she portrays in the Aiken Community Playhouse production of Lying in State.
CSRA Bridge Results
CSRA Masterpoint Race Bridge Results for the week of September 18 - 24.
Music helps students gain an appreciation of poetry
McKenna Hydrick is a first-year teacher at Silver Bluff High School. She teaches English I and English II to ninth-graders. She is sharing her diary in this column each week.
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. 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.
Stars come through in clutch for Padres
October baseball in New York: Mets, not Yankees
The game's great ambassador
Baseballs left on a table, signed by dozens of his fans, told stories of how he touched their lives. Flowers piled up on another table near a portrait of the dapper, gregarious man who came to embody the story of the Negro Leagues.
Torre's future with Yankees in doubt?
Detroit has the last laugh on Yankees
Three years ago, they lost 119 games and were a punchline. But The Detroit Tigers are the ones laughing loudest now. And the New York Yankees? They're the joke.
Detroit has the last laugh on Yankees
Stars come through in clutch for Padres
Russell Branyan, Chris Young and Trevor Hoffman saved San Diego, stopping the St. Louis Cardinals from sweeping the Padres in the first round of the NL playoffs.
October baseball in New York: Mets, not Yankees
NEW YORK - When he walked out of the clubhouse at Dodger Stadium, Jeff Wilpon checked his Treo and saw dozens of congratulations.
Torre's future with Yankees in doubt?
NEW YORK - Joe Torre was absent Sunday. Alex Rodriguez, too. And the New York Yankees made no announcement about changing managers.
For me, life itself is one of the many pleasures of living
Alexis C'iara Flowers
Jimmy and Valencia Flowers of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Alexis Flowers, born September 6, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Laci Rose Mar'e
Oscar and Teresa Hayslip, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Laci Rose Mar'e Hayslip, born on September 7, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Ryan Carl Schluter
Carl and Stephanie Schluter of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Ryan Carl, born on September 8, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Reese Linwood Saxon
Jason and Jenny Saxon, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Reese Linwood Saxon, born August 4, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Trent Alexander Horton
Darrell and Michele Horton of, Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Trent Alexander, born on August 15, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Gavin Lee Cottone
Kelley Cottone of Hephzibah, and Randy Cottone of Blythe, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Gavin Lee Cottone, born on August 29, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Za'mari Allysa Merritt
Tomiki Dunn and Maurice Merritt, both of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Za'mari Merritt, born on August 24, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta
Annie Isabella Evans
Evan and Toni Evans, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Annie Isabella, born September 7, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Samantha Marie English
William and Toni English, Jr. of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Samantha English, born on August 9, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Camille Simons Jones
David and Cammie Jones, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Camille Simons, born September 18, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Biz Bites
Companies are responding to consumers' on-demand expectations by focusing more on marketing strategies, according to a recent survey from Weber Shandwick, a public relations firm.
Dow's all-time highs don't inspire a broader market
Except for the media noise, there wasn't much euphoria on Wall Street last week as the Dow Jones industrial average hit an all-time high. With most investors' portfolios trailing the Dow's performance, the crowds weren't cheering too loudly for its record run.
Business calendar
Legal Aspects of Your Business, free seminar by Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company CPAs and Rhodes Law Firm; topics include business forms, dealing with partners and protection from liability.
Retailers see good signs for holidays
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Sept. 19-27. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
'Tis the season?
Why would any merchant put up Christmas decorations in September?
Automakers pin truck-sale hopes on Texas fair
Tab Harding needs a new pickup, but don't bother him with exhausting sales pitches. The mason contractor prefers shopping at the State Fair of Texas' auto show, where the next generation of trucks can be seen months before they reach the showrooms.
Automakers pin truck-sale hopes on Texas fair
Retailers see good signs for holidays
A warning to procrastinators: Shop early if you want the must-have holiday gifts.
On the Move / Biz Bits
Peggy Cheney has joined Harbor House as editorial director and assistant publisher. Her responsibilities include overseeing editorial operations and office administration for the publishing house.
Dow's all-time highs don't inspire a broader market
Editorial Cartoon
Cartoon for Sunday, October 8, 2006
Mayoral hopeful takes credit, but it's not due
Mayoral hopeful takes credit, but it's not due
I've got mayoral forumitis and a bad case of the Few.
Adams' fumble return may have saved Clemson's season
Adams' fumble return may have saved Clemson's season
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - It was shaping up as just another ego-crushing trip to Wake Forest for Clemson. The Demon Deacons were preparing to kick a field goal, and the Tigers' 14-point deficit was about to get deeper.
Tigers show mettle
Clemson was tired of leaving Wake Forest with embarrassing losses, so the 15th-ranked Tigers spent the past week promising they would prove something to the Demon Deacons.
SEC Roundup
Arkansas relied on a swarming defense and the rushing tandem of Darren McFadden and Felix Jones to beat No. 2 Auburn 27-10 on Saturday, severely damaging the Tigers' national title hopes.
Top 25 roundup
Those underdogs from the Northwest gave the Southern California Trojans all they could handle the past two weeks.
Southern Conference roundup
Michael Hobbs rushed 11 times for 86 yards and three touchdowns to help lift Wofford to a 28-20 victory over The Citadel in Southern Conference action Saturday.
Freshman QB leads 'Horns to victory
Colt McCoy picked up where Vince Young left off in one very important area: Beating Oklahoma.
Good times for Gators: Florida is No. 2
ACC Roundup
Lovon Ponder got word early in the week that if an opportunity arose, the Miami Hurricanes would call upon his passing abilities.
Freshman QB leads 'Horns to victory
Annual game has new home
With all the hoopla going on, Laney football coach Eric Parker knows what to expect this coming weekend.
Good times for Gators: Florida is No. 2
NEW YORK - These are good days to be a Gator.
Immigration fence bill is a phony
Bait and switch. That's what Congress did to pass the immigration bill calling for a 700-mile fence to be built along the U.S.-Mexican border. While Republicans brag on the measure during the campaign, they won't tell you that they way underfunded it, or that the White House doesn't even plan to spend the scanty funds that are available on the fence.
'Second' First Friday has sadly doomed the first
In a glass House - and Senate
Democrats apparently believe they've hit the mother lode of corruption scandals with the Mark Foley congressional page furor. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., the U.S. House minority leader, has even rejected a bid by House Speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Ill., to deal with the scandal on a bipartisan basis by naming former FBI Director Louis Freeh to head up an independent investigation of the page system and recommend reforms.
A respected leader remembered
Disciplined, fair, respected, a fine leader and a Southern gentleman. These are the qualities a committed military man and educator should have - and Adna Luke Stein of Augusta, who died last week at age 78, had them in abundance.
Right message, wrong messenger
'Second' First Friday has sadly doomed the first
Upon reflection and observation, we've come to an unfortunate conclusion.
Right message, wrong messenger
David Duke would be a bad choice to speak for a civil rights campaign to bring different races together. Similarly, John Rocker is not a good pick to take a lead role in persuading immigrants to learn English and assimilate into American culture.
Immigration fence bill is a phony
Bison defense stifles Eagles' running game
Unbeaten North Dakota State won its fifth consecutive game behind the play of quarterback Steve Walker and a stifling defense Saturday as it defeated Georgia Southern 34-14.
Jackets solve puzzle of past losses
Georgia Tech posted a signature win last week by beating a ranked team on the road.
'Another' Johnson saves day for Jackets
A Georgia Tech player named Johnson made the biggest plays in Saturday's victory over Maryland, and for once his first name was not Calvin.
Tech overcomes injury scare, mistakes to remain perfect in ACC
ATLANTA - Of all the adversity Georgia Tech faced Saturday against Maryland, perhaps the scariest moment came in the third quarter when quarterback Reggie Ball tried to limp back to the huddle after taking a hit on a run.
Bison defense stifles Eagles' running game
Tech overcomes injury scare, mistakes to remain perfect in ACC
'Another' Johnson saves day for Jackets
Jackets solve puzzle of past losses
Celebrate Columbus Day proudly
Love finally figures out Forest Oaks
Jenkins wins rain-shortened SAS Championship
CARY, N.C. - Tom Jenkins earned his seventh career Champions Tour title Sunday after soggy conditions forced the cancellation of the final round of the SAS Championship.
Love finally figures out Forest Oaks
Davis Love III shot 4-under-par 68 in rainy, cool conditions Saturday on the course he redesigned to gain a share of the lead after the third round of the Chrysler Classic of Greensboro.
Mexico's Ochoa wins Corona Morelia Championship
MORELIA, Mexico - Mexican star Lorena Ochoa won her first LPGA Tour title in her home country Sunday, closing with a 4-under 69 to hold off Julieta Granada and Paula Creamer in the Corona Morelia Championship.
Love wins in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Davis Love III is finally getting over the disappointment of failing to qualify for the U.S. Ryder Cup team and being passed over as one of Tom Lehman's two captain's picks.
Mexico's Ochoa wins Corona Morelia Championship
Jenkins wins rain-shortened SAS Championship
Harrington wins for second time at Dunhill Links
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland - Padraig Harrington shot a 4-under 68 Sunday at the Old Course to win the Dunhill Links Championship by five strokes.
Harrington wins for second time at Dunhill Links
Prep rewind
After pounding White Knoll on Friday night, Aiken finds itself in the same position it was last year.
Friday's scores
Georgia and South Carolina prep football results from Friday's action.
NHL notes
The Atlanta Thrashers reassigned goalie Fred Brathwaite to Chicago of the American Hockey League on Saturday.
For me, life itself is one of the many pleasures of living
I can tell over the phone that the old man is smiling. He had gone to the doctor earlier in the day and the check-up had been good. As a reward, his evening meal had come from what we call the Forbidden Menu.
What about scandal-wracked Dems?
Interconnection can bridge digital divide
Could you be a constitutionalist?
As more and more Americans decide to label themselves "independent" rather than Republican or Democrat, the time has come for another label to become popular.Andy Windham, Wagener, S.C.
Few grand jury report is a must-read
Few grand jury report is a must-read
Having just read the entire text of the 2002 special grand jury presentment about Ronnie Few, I challenge every Augustan to do the same. It will give you cause to think about the upcoming elections in November and about choosing the right people to lead us.Wren Peterson, Augusta
Could you be a constitutionalist?
Principal's departure still stings
It's always great to read success stories about the Columbia County school system. The Augusta Chronicle article "Schools honored for achievement" (Sept. 27) listed all the recent awards. Belair, North Columbia and Greenbrier elementary schools each received awards in two categories. Only through dedicated teachers, motivated leaders and committed parents is this possible.Cindy Greenspan, Evans
What about scandal-wracked Dems?
It's a mystery to me how the Democrats seem to think we are all such illiterate, ignorant sheep. They have had many, many perverts in their own party who have done far worse than former U.S. Rep. Mark Foley, yet they seem to think that what Foley did should make us all run out and vote for them.Sandra Cloke, Augusta
Interconnection can bridge digital divide
The Augusta Chronicle's story "Comcastic calls ringing in area" (Aug. 29), about developments in the telecommunications market, missed a critical piece of the digital puzzle. Whether it is telephones, access to computers, dial-up Internet or broadband services, the so-called "digital divide" persists.Dr. E. Faye Williams, Washington, D.C.
Mark Foley: a tragedy in three acts
So, it's all the fault of those Satan-worshipping, Merlot-quaffing, excuse-embracing, buck-passing, treason-loving Democrats. Phew! I thought, for a moment, that the Republican House leadership might actually take responsibility for its own corruption, cynicism and hypocrisy.Connie Corzilius Spasser, Augusta
Mark Foley: a tragedy in three acts
Principal's departure still stings
People buying firewood are feeling the heat from higher prices
Pay for wedding flowers to avoid discord
Some parents relish challenge of raising big families
Parents can improve school safety
Creator of 'Second Life' predicts growth for his digital world
Genre bookstores hold off big chains with passion, expertise
Some parents relish challenge of raising big families
NEW YORK - Laura Bennett isn't bound by convention. Professionally, at age 42, she's pursuing a mid-career switch into big-time fashion design. At home, she's a mother of five - with No. 6 due next month.
At home with the Amins
When Bhanu and Harish Amin purchased their home, it was probably one of the bigger eyesores in West Lake subdivision.
Pay for wedding flowers to avoid discord
Dear Carson: I know that traditionally, the groom's family pays for the rehearsal dinner, but the bride has selected her flowers for the wedding and has informed us that the groom's parents also pay for the flowers. Is this correct protocol?
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Sept. 19-27. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
Look Ahead
Are you gathering canned goods for local food pantries? Gathering used shoes, cell phones, eyeglasses to send to third-world countries? Need help getting your volunteer organization off the ground? We want to know about it.
Technology briefs
DVD ads, Scam wars, Auto safety, Home values, Lost property, Online politics, Site protest
Monsters and kids
Not since Van Helsing stalked Dracula and those villagers with torches rushed toward Frankenstein's castle has the monster-battling industry been so busy.
People buying firewood are feeling the heat from higher prices
An old saw goes that firewood warms you twice: once when you split and stack it, and again when you sit by the stove on a blustery winter night.
Genre bookstores hold off big chains with passion, expertise
SAN FRANCISCO - Former bodyguard Alan Beatts took a big gamble by opening a bookstore at a time when chains like Borders Group Inc. and Barnes & Noble Inc. and Internet merchants like Amazon.com were claiming an ever-bigger share of the market.
Parents can improve school safety
Academics normally are at the forefront of parents' concerns when they think about children and schools. But safety needs to be, too.
Underground hip hop
It's not quite a tight squeeze, but even with the sound controls, large monitor, keyboard and other music-making machinery, the engineering booth inside EF Studios in south Augusta has just enough space for engineer/producer Danny Rakestraw to do his thing.
Creator of 'Second Life' predicts growth for his digital world
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands - In the beginning, Philip Rosedale created a virtual heaven and a digital earth, and then he said "let there be 'Second Life.'"
Across the area
An Augusta man said he was robbed while sitting in his car Friday evening at a Meadowbrook Drive business, according to a Richmond County sheriff's report.
Problems arise in the late hours
Harbor pilots want speed limit blocked
Rants and Raves
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Problems raise talk of new shelter
Columbia County should start thinking about a new animal shelter, its director says.
Swinging sounds of Oktoberfest
Moore, Sanford agree on increase in cigarette tax
Style is issue in picking leader
ATLANTA - Sonny Perdue and Mark Taylor are both large men with a ready laugh and a south Georgia accent, but that's where the similarity in their styles ends.
Across the area
Police are seeking a Burke County man in connection with a south Augusta shooting that occurred during the weekend.
Student planned to die in plot
Driving analysis shows risky times
Some small area school systems use the paddle
Across South Carolina
BEAUFORT - A city-led effort to clean up waterways turned into a spectator sport as residents stopped their midmorning routines to watch the demolition of boats at Lady's Island Boat Landing.
Leaders ponder need for new law
Judges, reporters try to bridge gap
Problems raise talk of new shelter
Driving analysis shows risky times
AIKEN - Rush hour is crash hour.
Across the Southeast
A storm that dropped as much as 9 inches of rain forced the evacuation Saturday of about 100 people in a six-block section of Richmond, caused scattered flooding in the southeastern part of the state and likely contributed to the deaths of two fishermen.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Two soldiers from Georgia died in Taji, Iraq, on Oct. 2 of injuries suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near their vehicle, the Department of Defense announced Sunday.
Leaders ponder need for new law
ATLANTA - It's a messy problem expected to get even fouler for homeowners who have septic tanks, and environmental regulators are trying to figure where the waste will go.
Well-planted career
The man tending to intricately placed rosebushes and meticulously groomed shrubs at the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame got his start with a cheap juniper sapling he planted in his parents' yard as a teenager.
Perdue speaks of his faith with Falwell
LYNCHBURG, Va. - With less than a month to go before the Nov. 7 election, Republican Gov. Sonny Perdue - counting on strong support from Georgia's Christian conservatives - made a pilgrimage to Virginia for an appearance with the Rev. Jerry Falwell.
Harbor pilots want speed limit blocked
Brunswick harbor pilots have asked U.S. Rep. Jack Kingston, R-Ga., for help in stopping implementation of a 10-knot speed limit on ships to protect endangered right whales.
Accounting problems create doubts for physicians' group
ATLANTA - One of Georgia's most powerful lobbying groups gathered a week ago to listen to a glowing speech by Gov. Sonny Perdue and celebrate its successes in the state Legislature.
The week ahead
Aiken City Council: 6:30 p.m. work session, 7 p.m. regular meeting, City of Aiken Municipal Building, 214 Park Ave. S.W.
Deere caught in the spotlight
The John Deere company-introduction video opens with submersed air bubbles racing upward, tagging the film as a production of Lakeside High School.
Swinging sounds of Oktoberfest
Jenny Eads enjoys a carnival ride during Oktoberfest at Fort Gordon. "I love that ride," she said. "It's my favorite."
Across the southeast
TALLAHASSEE, FLA. - About a decade ago, a clerk at a Gainesville, Fla., motel noticed something about people who were staying there while participating in a trial of a device used to treat their epilepsy. They were strangely upbeat.
Photos: Feeling the flow of fall
Where we live
A weekly snapshot of the interesting people and places that make up the Augusta area.
Photo: Great Outdoor Cookoff
Some of the winning contestants in the Men's Celebrity Great Outdoor Cook Off hold their trophies during the judging at Julian Smith Casino in Augusta.
Judges, reporters try to bridge gap
Ask the average judge about judicial activism, and you're likely to get a spirited reaction. There is no such thing, judges say.
Rush to register voters begins
Columbus Day schedules
The following schedules have been announced for Columbus Day:
News you can use
Manners mean more than the occasional please and thank you. In a theater, there are certain rules of etiquette that should be followed.
Moore, Sanford agree on increase in cigarette tax
South Carolina's lowest-in-the-nation cigarette tax should be increased, and the extra revenue should benefit health care, the Democratic and Republican candidates for governor agree.
Schools among state's worst in discipline problems
Style is issue in picking leader
Accounting problems create doubts for physicians' group
Schools among state's worst in discipline problems
There were nearly as many discipline problems as pupils in Richmond County last year, according to The Augusta Chronicle's analysis of Georgia Department of Education data.
Around town
Fort Gordon's annual Oktoberfest will continue through today at Barton Field on 25th Street. The event is open to the public and features German food and beverages, a carnival, live entertainment and a flea market.
Student planned to die in plot
A troubled teen, pushed too far by a bully, planned to die in a shootout with police when he took a realistic-looking air rifle to school last week, family members and local officials say.
Across the region
Only survivor of plane crash dies in hospital
Photo: Casting call
Tony Moore and Jim Keisler, of Tona B. Dahlquist Casting, talk with applicants during a casting call for the movie Who's Your Caddie at Aiken Mall.
Speaker emphasizes parent involvement
Rush to register voters begins
Grocery shoppers and churchgoers might come home this weekend with a little more than produce and prayer books. There could be voter registration cards tucked into their hymnals and grocery bags.
Speaker emphasizes parent involvement
Fighting Augusta's gang problem begins with parents and trusted adults getting involved in children's lives, a noted gang expert said Saturday.
Problems arise in the late hours
An R&B/hip hop band had set up at the base of the Downtown Development Authority's clock in the Broad Street median between 9th and 10th streets - with a keyboard, drums and a bass guitar blasting from a sound system.
Some small area school systems use the paddle
When it comes to keeping children in line, many smaller school systems, including Burke County, turn to the paddle.
Hardy party
Harlem's population swelled to nearly 20 times its normal count Saturday during the 18th annual Oliver Hardy Festival.
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Holiday Closings
The following schedules have been announced for Columbus Day:
Road work closes section of Laney-Walker Boulevard
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Rebekah Williams, 7, of Augusta.
Photos: Feeling the flow of fall
Augusta-area residents were able to take in the sights and sounds of a number of area events and festivals over the course of the weekend.
Perdue speaks of his faith with Falwell
Bulldogs find their offense, but defense exposed by Vols
For the briefest of moments, it was all right there. All of the problems that have plagued the Georgia Bulldogs through an oddly unsatisfying 5-0 start seemed fixed. The top-10 ranking seemed validated.
Celebrate Columbus Day proudly
Today is Columbus Day, or at least the federal government's idea of when to observe the second most important day in October.
Jarrett hopes to finish year strong
All Dale Jarrett does at Robert Yates Racing is drive the No. 88 Ford Fusion. He's not told about any changes to his car. Because Jarrett is headed to Toyota and Michael Waltrip Racing, everything is on a need-to-know basis with the driver.
Gilliland on pole at new Talladega
Jarrett hopes to finish year strong
Gilliland on pole at new Talladega
The new pavement at Talladega Superspeedway should make it easier for cars in today's UAW-Ford 500 to get in tighter, faster packs of traffic. It also accelerates the chances for a big crash.
Vickers puts new spin on win
TALLADEGA, Ala. - Fans pelted Brian Vickers' Chevrolet with empty cans and trash as he made his victory lap around Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday afternoon. His reception back home at Hendrick Motorsports probably won't be any better.
Mary H. Cox (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Mary Michael Hoctor Cox, 94, entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Burden officiating. Private burial will be held at Westover Memorial Park. Mrs. Cox was born in Columbia County of Irish decedents and lived almost her entire life in Augusta - Richmond County. For the last few years she had lived at National Healthcare in North Augusta. She was retired from Eisenhower Hospital at Fort Gordon after many years of service. She was a 40 year member of Pierce Memorial United Methodist Church where she was a very active member for many years. She devoted herself to her family and her church. Mrs. Cox was preceded in death by her husband Marvin F. Cox, Sr., her parents James Michael Hoctor and Mary Frances Tompkins Hoctor, her sisters Elizabeth Hoctor Escaich and Agnes Hoctor Usry, and her grandson John Jacob Harley, Jr. Survivors include her 4 children Dorothy Cox Boswell, Mary Ann Walling, both of North Augusta, Sharon Cox - Harley, of Augusta, and Marvin F. Cox, Jr., of Lincolnton; 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 1899 Central Ave. Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lois Dickson (STAPLETON, Ga.)
STAPLETON, Ga. - Mrs. Lois Dickson, 88, entered into rest October 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services are incomplete will be announce later. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA.
Juanita Wood (ANDERSON, S.C.)
ANDERSON, S.C. - Mrs. Juanita A. Wood wife of the late John H. Wood entered into rest on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Anderson Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Audrey Wynns (FAIRFAX, S.C.)
FAIRFAX, S.C. - Audrey Elizabeth Sanders Wynns, 94, wife of the late Robert Kilgore Wynns died Friday, October 6, 2006. Mrs. Wynns was the daughter of the late George Audrey and Lizzie Wilson Sanders of Fairfax, SC. Mrs. Wynns graduated from Winthrop College in 1934 with a degree in education. She taught fourth grade for several years prior to becoming the Owner and Manager of Wynns Hardware in Fairfax for over fifty years. She was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Fairfax, where she taught Sunday School for over fifty years. She served on numerous committees within the church and devoted her life to serving God. She was a very special person who touched the lives of numerous people with a kind word and a soft handshake. She loved to sing, sew and ensure that her family was well cared for. She will be missed by many and loved by all who knew her. She will forever be the light shining, urging us to be kind and in return kindness will grace uswith her light. She is survived by her son, Robert Sanders Wynns of Fairfax, SC, three grandchildren; Mrs. Ellison Wynns Hendrixson of Birmingham, AL, Mr. Robert Sanders Wynns, Jr. of Atlanta, GA and Mr. Frank Brannon Wynns of Birmingham, AL, and two great grandchildren; Master Parker Sanders Hendrixson and Miss Merritt Elizabeth Hendrixson of Birmingham, AL. Graveside Funeral Services will be 11: 00 A.M. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at the Fairfax Cemetery with Dr. Scott Moore officiating. The family would like to thank everyone for their kindness in this time of solace but would prefer not to trouble anyone with visitation at the home and will receive friends Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Keith Smith Funeral Service, 128 Water Street, Allendale, SC. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Fairfax Cemetery Committee in care of First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 820 Fairfax, SC 29827. Keith Smith Funeral Service of Allendale is in charge of arrangements (803) 584-2492. Sign theguestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ira Carter (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Ira Carter's funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at New Zion Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Ronnie Bryant officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call the residence of his daughter, Patricia (Maurice) Brightharp, 923 Robinhood Trail or the funeral home after 2:00 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken (803) 648-0134.
Grady Steed (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Grady Steed died October 5, 2006 at the age of 87. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the McClendon Memorial Chapel located at 215 Mercer Street, Washington, Ga. (706) 678-2656. Relatives and friends are welcome at the McClendon Memorial Funeral Home located at 215 Mercer St., Washington. For funeral related questions and/or inquires, please call McClendon Memorial at (706) 678-2656.
Patricia A. Davis (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Patricia A. Davis, 57, of Second Street, Jackson, SC, who died October 5, 2006, will be conducted this Monday morning at 11:00 o'clock from Bethel United Methodist Church. Rev. Ron Pettit and Rev. Robert Clyburn officiating. Interment in Woodridge Memorial Park, Lexington, SC, at 3 o'clock. Memorials may be made to Bethel or Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 497, Jackson, SC 29831. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Nellie Angerman (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Nellie Marrs Angerman, who died Wednesday, will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11am at St Thaddeus Episcopal. Interment will be private in Southlawn Cemetery. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to view the obituary and sign the online condolence register.
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret E. Crouch's funeral services will be conducted today at 3:00 p.m. at Lighthouse Baptist Church Rev. John Pritt officiating. Interment at Pineview Memorial Gardens. In Leiu of flowers please make contributions to Southern Funeral Service. Visit the online guest book at www.southernfuneralservice.com Southern Funeral Service, 109 Shaw St., Martinez, Ga. 30907. 706-364-9122.
Helen Mekkelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Helen Meddelson of Augusta went home to Jesus on October 7, 2006 at Kentwood Nursing Facility. She was a ling time resident of Sun City, Ariz. before moving to Augusta in 2003. Mrs. Mekkelson was a member of Willowbrook United Methodist Church in Sun City. Her beloved husband, Les, preceded her in death. Survivors include a son, Donald Mekkelson of South Bend, Ind.; her daughter, Carol Ann Jarrard and son-in-law, Jason Jarrard of Augusta and two grandsons, Daniel Sadler and Benjamin Sadler of Stone Mountain, Ga. and Gainesville, Ga., respectively. Her children remember her for her lively interest in music, bowling, her church and her family. A memorial service will be held in Sun City. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Joseph Fielder (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Fielder of Essie Mae McIntyre Blvd. entered into rest Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Mr. Fielder was a native of Augusta and was employed at Augusta National. Survivors are a brother and sister; devoted friend, Patricia Green, Augusta; nieces, Andrea Mays, Augusta; god-sister, Mattie Mays, Augusta and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Fred Lee Mobley (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Fred Lee Mobley, Jr, age 87, died Saturday, October 7, 2006. Visitation: Monday, October 9, 2006, 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Funeral Services at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 10, 2006, at the Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home Chapel. Interment at Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. 912-564-2331.
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Earl Thomas Hall, 86, of Belair Rd., will be held today at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Ken Gross officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, this afternoon, one hour prior to the funeral service Memorials may be made to Martinez Bible Chapel, 4352 Columbia Rd., Martinez, GA 30907. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Benzenia Hull (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Benzenia Geiger Hull will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday (viewing 1:00 p.m.) in the Leevy's Funeral Home Chapel, 1831 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC. Surviving are her children, Regina Hull, Sadarious Wilson, Shante Tamiko Hull and Paul Hull, Jr.; stepsons, Tennyson Hull and Kieser Hull; stepdaughters, Demetric Hull-McCommons and Raekina Hull; sisters, Elizabeth Geiger, Edith Hammond and Carolyn Geiger Hull; brothers, Charles Geiger, John Geiger and Gregory Geiger and three grandchildren. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Grace Harris Pearre (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Grace Harris Pearre, 88, entered into rest on Sunday October 8, 2006 at University Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809
Jan McClain (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Jan McClain age 51, wife of the late Bill McClain, went to be with the Lord on Friday October 6, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday October 10, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church with Rev. William F. Hilley officiating. There will not be any graveside services. Survivors include four children, three daughters, Lindsay McClain of Evans, Janill Stephenson and her husband Matt, of Commerce,Ga. , Brandy McClain of Evans, and one son, Brad McClain of Evans. Two grandchildren, Carter and Makinley Stephenson. Her parents, J.B. & Vivian Hobby of Columbus,Ga. Sisters, Jenny Bishop of Birmingham, AL. , Bitsy Hobby of Columbus, Ga. and one brother, Johnny Hobby also of Winston-Salem, NC , and three loyal dogs. Jan was a devoted mother, sister, aunt, nana, and friend. Her quick wit and personality will be greatly missed. Jan graduated from the Medical College of Georgia School of Nursing and was currently employed by the Augusta State Medical Prison as the Palliative Care Coordinator. In lieu of flowers and to honor Jan's passion for Hospice, Please make donations to St. Joseph Hospice where she began her nursing career and where she spent her last hours. Address , 2260 Wrightsboro Rd. Augusta,Ga. 30910 Pallbearers will be, Scott Sewell, Christopher Rimmer, Hoppy Bishop, Mark McClain, John Gay and Matt Stephenson The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home Monday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, Ga. 30809, 706-860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Wright (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy Wright of Lee Street entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are one daughter, Monique Wright Maverick, Augusta, Ga.; one son, Roosevelt Wright, Augusta, Ga.; two sisters, Annie Mae Wilder, Pennsylvania, and Carolyn F. Jude, Augusta, Ga.; three brothers, Quincy R. Beale, Thomas P. Beale, Augusta, Ga. and Chuck R. Beale, Columbia, S.C.; one grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Evelyn Lafleur (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Evelyn Lafleur age 69 widow of Mr. Rene Lafleur, of Thomson, died Wednesday October 4, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday October 8, 2006 in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Rev. Michael Timmerman officiating.
Erica P. Carter (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Ms. Erica Paulette Carter, 26, of 1258 Dixie Lane entered into rest on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the residence. Ms. Carter was born in Daytona Beach, Florida. She lived in Evans, Ga. for most of her life, before moving to Lincoln County where she resided for the the past nine years. She was a homemaker and a member of Abilene Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Bethenie Necole Britt and a son, Bradlee Carter Britt both of the home; parents, Paul Carter, Jr. and Brenda Carter, of Lincolnton; one brother, Paul Eugene Carter and wife, Bonnie of Augusta. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 9, 2006 at Faith Temple of Lincolnton with Rev. Addison Belangia officiating. Interment will be in Abilene Church cemetery in Martinez, Ga. Pallbearers will be David Carter, Jr., Stephen Wayne Gray, Jr., Teddy Phillips, Michael Wayne Williamson, Cory White and Tony White. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at Rees Funeral Home, 195 Peachtree St., Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222.
Erica Knox (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Ms. Erica Paulette Knox, 26 of 1258 Dixie Lane entered into rest on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the residence. Ms. Knox was a native of Daytona Beach, Florida and had lived in Lincoln County the past nine years. She was a homemaker and a member of Albilene Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Bethenie Necole Britt and a son, Bradlee Carter Britt both of the home; parents, Paul Carter, Jr. and Brenda Carter, of Lincolnton; one brother, Paul Eugene Carter and wife, Bonnie of Augusta. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 9, 2006 at Faith Temple of Lincolnton with Rev. Addison Belangia officiating. Interment will be in Albilene Church cemetery in Martinez, Ga. Pallbearers will be David Carter, Jr., Stephen Wayne Gray, Jr., Teddy Phillips, Michael Wayne Williamson, Cory White and Tony White. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at Rees Funeral Home, 195 Peachtree St., Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
William Barker (VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA - William Alsey Barker, Sr., 85, of Dodd Drive, entered into rest at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, on Sunday, October 8, 2006. Born, February 2, 1921 in Harnett County, Fuquay-Varina, NC, he had resided in Virginia Beach since August 1966. His parents were the late John Sidney Barker, Sr. and the late Annie Honeycutt Barker. Surviving is his beloved wife, Myrtle Smith Barker of 61 years; two sons, William A. Barker, Jr. and wife Barbara of Raleigh, NC and Kenneth D. Barker and wife, Debra of Glen Allen, VA; two daughters, Sandra Taylor of Martinez, GA and Anne Gibbs and husband Joseph of Chesterfield, VA; and one sister, Martha Cotton, living in Raleigh, NC. He has eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Mr. Barker served in the Navy in World War II and served in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters, participating in the Normandy invasion while serving aboard USS LST 537. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and participated in the invasion of Inchon, the invasion of Wonson, and the evacuation of Hungnam, North Korea. Mr. Barker retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Major on December 31, 1966. He was also retired from Civil Service after working 15 years with the U.S. Postal Service in Virginia Beach, VA. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Virginia Beach, VA. Visitation will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, 1264 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA on Tuesday, October 10, at 1PM for 1 hour, and immediately following, a graveside service will be conducted at Princess Anne Memorial Park, 1110 N. Great Neck Road, with the Dr. Robert Pipkin officiating. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 35th Street and Holly Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Donna Lowish (GREENSBORO, N.C.)
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Donna Gilbert Lowish of Augusta, GA passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2006, at her residence. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at First Presbyterian Church in the Sanctuary with Dr. Fred Horner officiating. A private Interment will follow the service. Donna was born December 17, 1960, in Greensboro, NC. She graduated from Grimsley High School and attended UNC Wilmington and UNC Greensboro. Mrs. Lowish was preceded in death by her father Al Gilbert, Jr; grandparents, Harry and Ethel Lowder; grandmother, Cleva C. Gilbert; grandfather, Al Gilbert, Sr. and mother-in-law Vesta Lowish. She is survived by her loving husband William Lowish and her beloved dogs, Jack and Bailey; mother Nancy L. Gilbert; sisters, Janet Colborne and husband Cam, Cathy Easter and husband, Lowell; brother, Lon Gilbert; sister, Ellen Johnson and husband Harry; sisters-in-law, Beth Gilbert, Virginia Burns and husband Rob, Anne Richards and husband Michael; brother-in-law Richard Lowish and wife Susi; father-in-law Max Lowish and wife Connie. Also surviving are 15 nieces and nephews. Donna was an exceptionally caring wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Her quick wit and great personality will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Saturday at Hanes Lineberry North Elm Street Chapel Greensboro, NC. Memorial contributions may be made to Molly's Militia Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 6816, N. Augusta, SC 29841.
Herman Martin (BONEVILLE, Ga.)
BONEVILLE, Ga. - Funeral service for Mr. Herman Richard Martin, 56, of Boneville will be held Monday October 9, 2006 at 12:00 pm at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Thomson, Rev. Darnell Brantley, officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors: A daughter, Trena Blakely, Atlanta; three brothers, Robert L. Martin, Tracy Martin, both of Atlanta and Leon Martin, Thomson; four sisters, Willie M. Morgan, Thomson, Dorothy (Tommy) Dock, Augusta, Betty Grissom and Elizabeth Martin, both of Atlanta; one grandchild, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Cohens James Curry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Cohens James Curry, who entered into rest on Wedensday October 4, 2006, at University Hospital will be conducted this Monday October 9, 2006, at 11AM at Beulah Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Sam Davis officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Olive Cemetery. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Mrs. Willie Mae Cooper Curry, daughter, Mrs. Carolyn (Cleveland) Wheat of Reston, Virginia, and one stepson Mr. Jerry Cooper of Augusta, GA, and a host of relatives and friends Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Clarke Bates (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mary Clarke Bates, 83, entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006, at Pineview Personal Care Home. She was born December 3, 1922 in Jefferson County, Georgia to the late John Bushe and Lizzie Williamson Clarke, she had lived in this area all of her life. She worked at Davison's Department Store for 13 years, and was a relief clerk at Gracewood Post Office for 14 years until retirement in 1996. She was a long time member of Hephzibah Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir, and was a member of the T.E.L. Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Bates. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Hephzibah Baptist Church, with Rev. John Beck officiating. Interment will follow at Burke Memorial Gardens, Waynesboro. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. The family will receive friends Monday, October 9, 2006 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at DeLoach - Kennedy Funeral Home, Hephzibah. She issurvived by four children, Jane Montgomery Partridge (William), of Hephzibah; Leck Montgomery III (Carol), of Hephzibah; Ted A. Montgomery (Teresa), of Waynesboro; Ann Bates Brinkman (Charlie), of Augusta; three brothers and three sisters, Louise Anderson, Eben Clarke, Hammond Clarke, Ruby Beck, Graham Clarke, and Helen Kennedy; 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to Hephzibah Baptist Church, 2527 State Hwy 88, Hephzibah, Ga. 30815 DeLoach - Kennedy Funeral Home, Hephzibah, Ga. (706) 592-5000. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Delores Geiger (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest at the University Hospital, October 5, 2006, Ms. Delores (Plunk) Geiger of Walker St. Ms. Geiger was a native of Augusta and a member of Greater Young Zion Missionary Baptist Church of which Rev. W. Blount is pastor. Survivors include three aunts, Mrs. Rebecca Washington, Philadelphia, Mrs. Christine Mancey, Ms. Janie Gibson, Ms. Debra Hazel; two special cousins, Kayla Gibson, Mrs. Gloria J. Caruthern; special friend, Mr. Willie Evans and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call at the residence or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
George Brooks (BOSTON, MA.)
BOSTON, MA. - Services for Mr. George Bobby Gah-Gah Smokey Brooks of Boston, formerly of Gifford, S.C., will be 12 noon, Tuesday, October 10, 2006 in the Chapel of Riley's Hampton. Burial in the Grounder Cemetery, Gifford. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, October 9, 2006 in the Chapel of Riley's Hampton. Riley's Funeral Home Hampton Chapel Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.
Willie Lyons (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Willie Lyons, who entered into rest on October 4, 2006, will be conducted this Monday October 9, 2006, at 11AM at C.A. Reid Memorial Gibson Chapel With Reverend Joan Nicely officiating. Interment will be at Walker Cemetery. His memory will be cherished by four daughters, Sandra (Jeffery) Lowe, Evangelist Velma (Kevin) Barr, Debra (Terry) Thompson, and Sally Lyons; sisters, Betty Jackson and Lois Cummings; ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and other relatives andfriends. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Berneta Queen (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - A memorial service for Mrs. Berneta Weaks Queen will be held on Wednesday, October 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Valley Presbyterian Church, Columbia, S.C. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 12 at the Barnwell First Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Barnwell County Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening, October 11 at Mole Funeral Home. Mole Funeral Home, 803-259-3166.
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, October 5, 2006 at Heartland Hospice, Mr. Herbert Smith of Parliament Rd., Martinez. Survivors include a wife, Theresa Smith; devoted wife, Mr. Teresa Smith; three children, Alita Smith, Martin, Alicia Smith, Martinez, Herbert Smith, Jr., Niagara Falls, N.Y.; seven brothers, Herman Valentine, Ansine Valentine, Niagara Falls, Josh Smith, Jr., Buffalo, N.Y., Robert Smith, Niagara Falls, Henry Smith, Atlanta, Peter Smith, Johnson, Tenn. and Anasia Smith; three sisters, Mrs. Sadie Smith, Niagara Falls, Clair Stewart, Niagara Falls, Sadie Bush, New York City; father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James (Mary) Reid; five sisters-in-law, five brothers-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call at the residence or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, October 5, 2006 at Heartland Hospice, Mr. Herbert L. Smith of Parliament Rd., Martinez, Ga. Survivors include a devoted wife, Mrs. Theresa Smith; three children, Alita Smith, Martinez, Ga., Alicia Smith, Martinez, Ga., and Herbert Smith, Jr., Niagra Falls, N.Y.; six brothers, Herman Valentine, Anansia Valentine, Niagra Falls, N.Y., Josh Smith, Jr., Buffalo, N.Y., Robert Smith, Niagra Falls, N.Y., Henry Smith, Atlanta, Ga., and Peter Smith, Johnson, Tenn.; three sisters, Mrs. Sadie Smith, Niagra Falls, N.Y., Clair Stewart, Niagra Falls, N.Y., and Sadie Bush, New York City; father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James (Mary) Reid; five sisters-in-law; five brothers-in-law; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held, Tuesday October 10, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from Jerusalem Baptist Church with Rev. Beotis Clark, pastor, officiating and Rev. Tommy Burgess, eulogist. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Friends may call at the residence or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Leroy Ramsey (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Deacon Leroy Ramsey, Sr. 81, of Edgefield Hwy., Aiken died Friday, October 6, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Edgefield with the Rev. Edward Lloyd officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife of 60 years, Mrs. Eddie C. Ramsey, Aiken; six daughters, Patience (Calvin) Glover, Aiken, Panzie W. Merriweather, Belvedere, S.C., Elise (Robert) LaBord, North Augusta, Mattie (Moses) Bush, Jr., Aiken, Amanda (Ronnie) Peterson, Gertrude (Willie) Robinson, Jr., Orangeburg, S.C.; two sons, Leroy (Betty) Ramsey, Jr., Aiken and Wayne (Judy) Ramsey, Aiken; three sisters, Ida (Olin) Barnes, Edgefield, Azalee Smith, Mattie (Curtis) Gault, Warrenville, S.C.; four brothers, Sylvester (Josephine) Ramsey, Jr., Johnston, S.C., Evan (Ethel) Ramsey, Gloverville, S.C., Willie Ramsey, North Augusta an Ephram (Ruth) Ramsey, Aiken; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence or at Jackson-Brooks Funeral beginning at 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and at the church 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Wednesday. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken.
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL)
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Mrs. Louise B. Gardner, 83, passed away Friday, October 06, 2006 at her home in Birmingham, Alabama . Mrs. Gardner was a long-time resident of Thomson, Georgia , was a homemaker and was retired as a Tax Accountant. She had been a member of the First Baptist Church in Thomson, and was a member of Meadow Brook Baptist Church in Birmingham. Mrs. Gardner was predeceased by her husband of 60 years John David Gardner, Sr. She is survived by her daughter Lee Ann Gardner and son David Gardner, both of Birmingham, Alabama. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens in Thomson, Georgia with Dr. Ron Sumners officiating. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mr. Earl Thomas Hall, 86, beloved husband of Mrs. Louise R. Hall of Belair Rd., went home to be with his Lord on October 6, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 9, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Ken Gross officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Mr. Hall was a native of Durham, NC, and had lived in Belvedere for the past 50 years. He was a World War II Army Air Corp veteran and was retired from Armour and Company after thirty-nine years of service. He attended Martinez Bible Chapel. He was preceded in death by a great-grandson. Additional survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Janice H. and Charles Peed, of Irmo; a son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Ava Hall, of North Augusta; two grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, Monday afternoon, one hour prior to the funeral service The family will be at the residence, 116 Belair Road, Belvedere, SC. Memorials may be made to Martinez Bible Chapel, 4352 Columbia Rd., Martinez, GA 30907. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Christian Geiselman (POTTSTOWN, Pa.)
POTTSTOWN, Pa. - Christian Douglas Geiselman of Pottstown, Pa. died on Friday evening, October 6, 2006 in the Pottstown Memorial Hospital in Pottstown. Mr. Geiselman was 43 years old. Born in Philadelphia, Pa. on June 29, 1963 a son to Richard Dean and Dorothy Alice (Rutledge) Geiselman of Augusta and formerly of Audubon, Pa. He is the husband of Linda M. (Carey). Mr. Geiselman was a self employed flooring installer. He attended Methacton High School and served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Emory. Christian was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan who also enjoyed boating, motorcycling, bicycling, kyacking, and a lover of nature, animals and wildlife. His favorite time of the year was the autumn season. Besides his wife and parents, Christian is survived by his two children, Mandee Lee Geiselman and Richard Dean Geiselman, II; his sister, Susan Salamone and her husband, Anthony of Norristown, Pa.; three stepchildren, step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his "Life Celebration Service," at the Boyd-Horrox Funeral Home of East Norriton, Pa. on Tuesday evening, October 10, 2006 from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Wednesday morning, October 11, 2006 from 10 to 11 a.m. with funeral services at 11:00 a.m. His father, who is pastor at the Bath Presbyterian Church in Blythe, Ga. and the Rev'd Robert L. Schmidt, former pastor at the Lower Providence Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Burial will be in the Lower Providence Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Lower Providence Township, Pa. For those who wish, a donation in Mr. Geiselman's memory, in lieu of flowers, can be sent to the Montgomery County S.P.C.A., 19 East Ridge Pike, Conshohocken, Pa. 19428. Christian will be sadly missed by his family, friends and his faithful companion, Toby. ( www.lifecelebration.com) Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Carlene Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Carlene Leverett Brown of Smoke Tree Road entered into rest Friday, October 6, 2006 at the residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are her husband, Jerome Brown; two brothers, Waymond (Brenda) Leverett and Melvin (Pearlie) Martin, both of Augusta; one sister, Eleanor Cummings, Augusta; mother, Recie Leverett, Augusta; two aunts, Catherine Thompkins and Bessie Rouse, both of Augusta; uncle Sylvester Martin, North Carolina; two grandchildren, one great-grandchild; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
James H. Godfrey (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Mr. James Hamilton Godfrey, Jr., 54, died Saturday at Lexington Medical Center. He was the son of James H. Godfrey, Sr. and the late Emilie Streble Godfrey. Graveside services will be held at 11 A.M. Monday at Eastview Cemetery in Edgefield, S.C. There will be a Memorial Service at 3 P.M. Monday at Shandon Presbyterian Church in Columbia. Mr. Godfrey was born in Gremany and was a comptroller for Embassy Suites. He also worked as a bookkeeper , comptroller for several Hotels in the Columbia Area. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed fixing up cars and motorcycles. He was a member of Shandon Presbyterian Church where he was an usher and Sunday School Teacher. He was also a Boy Scout troop leader. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Connelly Godfrey, one son- Trey Godfrey , U.S. Navel Academy, Annapolis, Md.; his father, James H. Godfrey, Sr. and a sister, Rose Marie Zuk, both of Auburn, Ala. Memorials may be made to the General Pastor's Fund, Shandon Presbyterian Church, 607 Woodrow St. Columbia, S.C. 29205. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered in to rest at her home surrounded by loved ones and friends, October 6, 2006, Mrs. Margaret E. Crouch, wife of the late Norman E. Crouch and mother of the late Betty G. Shealy. Mrs. Crouch a native of Chattanooga, TN. She was a homemaker and a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Survivors include: four sons: William R. (Boe) And James E. Crouch, Aiken, SC, William E. Crouch, (Linda) NASC, Raymond (Stanley) Crouch (Danille) , Edgefield, SC . Funeral services will be conducted at Lighthouse Baptist Church Monday at 3:00 PM Rev. John Pritt officiating. Interment: Pineview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Lighthouse Baptist Church Sunday evening from 6:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Southern Funeral Service. Visit the online guest book at www.southernfuneralservice.com Southern Funeral Service, 109 Shaw St., Martinez, Ga. 706-364-9122 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marie L. Beard (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Marie L. Beard, 93, of Third Street, Jackson, SC, who died October 7, 2006, will be conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Dan Hill officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Mark Riser officiating. Mrs. Beard was a native of Conway, SC, a former resident of Ellenton, having made Jackson her home for the past 54 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Jackson, wife of the late Mr. William P. Beard and mother of the late William Otis Beard. Survivors include two granddaughters and their husbands, Deborah Lynne and Jimmy Lively, Jackson and Andrea and Marty Sanders, North Augusta; a grandson, Marion Beard, Jackson; daughter-in-law, Betty Ann Beard, Jackson; 5 great- grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Allen Baughman, Curtis Beard, Buster Beard, Gus Tolias, Bobby Thomas and George Brown. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Monday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Rosa Bell Moore (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Rosa Bell Moore, of Old Louisville Rd., Harlem, Ga., entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the Jefferson Co. Hospital. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 8, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at the Water Branch Baptist Church, Grovetown, Ga. with Rev. Nathan Jones officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Remains will lie in state at the church 1:30 p.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the church at 2:15 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Joseph Fielder (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Fielder of Essie Mae McInytre Blvd. entered into rest Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 10:30 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006, Mrs. Dorothy (Dollie) Robinson of First Ave. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Billie E. Robinson, Augusta; three children, Mr. Billy (April) Robinson, Ms. Dorothy Robinson, Melanie Robinson; mother, Mrs. Lottie Bell; brother, Mr. Nathaniel (Ollie) Bell, Augusta; sister, Mrs. Betty Bell, Augusta; special friend, Mr. Clinton Hudson; five grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Baptist Church with Rev. Marvin McRae officiating. Interment will be in South View Cemetery. Friends may call 2236 Sullivan Rd. or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Harriet A. Davis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Harriett A. Davis age 79, wife of the late Dr. Carl O. Davis entered into rest at University Hospital on Saturday October 7, 2006. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday October 10, 2006 at The Hill Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Michael Ruffin officiating. Interment will be in Pine Bluff, Arkansas at a later date and time. Mrs. Davis was survived by two children, Carl O. Davis Jr. and one daughter, Sherri Ann Davis. One sister, Allie Bess Atkins of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and one niece Kathryn B. Stovall of Norfolk, Virginia. Mrs. Davis was a former school teacher, she had taught conversational English to international students. She was a member of The Hill Baptist Church and was a Sunday School Teacher for the Emmanuel Class. She did volunteer missionary work in Gaza, and was the chairperson of Intercessory Prayer Committee at The Hill Baptist Church. She was also a member of POE. The family will receive friends at the church after the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Hill Baptist Church @ 2165 Kings Way Augusta, Ga. 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, Ga. 706-733-3636 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lula O. Brinson (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, October 5th at Jenkins County Hospital. Funeral will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, October 8th at Needful Baptist Church with Rev. R.L. Whitehead officiating, burial will be in the Kelsey Chapel Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memories: one daughter, Mrs. Sarah Herrington and eight grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and eight great, great grandchildren and a host of loving cousins and friends. James A. Kirkland Mortuary, 135 N. Gray St., Millen, GA 478-982-3818. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James D. Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Dr. James D. Brown, age 84, beloved husband of the late Robbie Brown, entered into rest Saturday, October 7, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced at a later date. Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta is in charge of the arrangements.
Ida Mae Tanksley (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mother Ida Mae Tanksley, 92, entered into rest on Thursday, October 5, 2006. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Young Macedonia Missionary Baptist church with Rev. Allen Transou officiating and Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Irvin, Eulogist. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mother Tanksley is survived by her sister, Nonia Crafton; nieces and nephews, Essie Adams, Bernese Meyer, Walter Bennett and Teddy Crafton, Sr.; three additional generations of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 1:45 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Carrie E. Baker (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Carrie Elizabeth Baker, 82, of Clearwater Road, North Augusta, SC, who died October 7, 2006, will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Rose and Graham Funeral Home, Benson, NC. Interment in Willow Springs Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Rowley, North Augusta; two sons, Johnnie Baker Belvedere, and James (Kaye) McCraw, Benson, NC; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the Rose and Graham Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 7 to 9. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of local arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL.)
BIRMINGHAM, AL. - Mrs. Louise Gardner of Birmingham, died peacefully October 6, 2006 at her residence. She was the beloved wife of the late John David Gardner, Sr. Survivors include, son, David Gardner, Birmingham and daughter, Lee Ann Gardner, Birmingham. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Dr. Ron Sumners officiating. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Charles Wilson Ruark (COLBERT, Ga.)
COLBERT, Ga. - Charles Wilson Ruark, 62, died Friday, October 6, 2006 at his residence. Born in Greene County, he was the son of Elizabeth Wilson Moon and the late Pat B. Ruark. He was a member of Winterville First Baptist Church. He served his country in the US Navy during Viet Nam aboard the USS Kitty Hawk. Charles retired from Bell South as a Facility Technician after 31 years. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife of 38 years, Beverlee Bishop Ruark, sons and their wives; Randy and Gina Ruark of Augusta, David and Renee Ruark of Jefferson, Brad and Melissa Ruark of Hoschton, four sisters; Patsy Bramlett, Carolyn Siver, Deborah Shuman, Susan Copelan, and three grandchildren; Robert Miller, Blake Ruark, Will Ruark. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 3PM at Lord & Stephens East Chapel with Rev. Jim Akins and Rev. Bill Hayes. Visitation will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 from 6 to 9PM at the funeral home. Burial will be held at Woodville Cemetery. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be nephews. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Hospice or to the National Brain Tumor Foundation, www.braintumor.org 1.800.934.CURE. Lord & Stephens, EAST is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Donna Lowish (GREENSBORO, N.C.)
Patricia A. Davis (JACKSON, S.C.)
James H. Godfrey (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Berneta Queen (BARNWELL, S.C.)
William Barker (VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
Christian Geiselman (POTTSTOWN, Pa.)
Mary Clarke Bates (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL)
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Ida Mae Tanksley (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Erica P. Carter (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Charles Wilson Ruark (COLBERT, Ga.)
Benzenia Hull (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Fred Lee Mobley (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL.)
Carrie E. Baker (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Harriet A. Davis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Rosa Bell Moore (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Grace Harris Pearre (EVANS, Ga.)
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Herman Martin (BONEVILLE, Ga.)
Marie L. Beard (JACKSON, S.C.)
Helen Mekkelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Cohens James Curry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Bernardini wins Gold Cup easily
Overtime
In Greenville, S.C., Augusta State posted a final-round 317 to finish in fifth at the Lady Paladin Invitational at Furman University's Golf Course.
Area Announcements
A new 13-under travel team is looking for three new players. For information, call Craig Cameron at (803) 613-9189.
Overtime
In Belmont, N.C., junior Annie Kim led Augusta State to victory in the Belmont-Abbey Invitational. Kim finished second with a time of 19:27, 20 seconds off the winning time of Carson Newman's Aubrey Morris.
Russian remains undefeated
ROSEMONT, Ill. - He is the largest heavyweight champion ever and is closing in on Rocky Marciano's perfect record, yet Nikolai Valuev is boxing under a cloak large enough to conceal his massive frame.
Bernardini wins Gold Cup easily
Bernardini left his rivals in the dust again, and now it's on to the Breeders' Cup Classic for a chance to complete a remarkable championship season.
Efforts by corps won't keep Thurmond filled
Been complaining about water levels at the lake? The Army Corps of Engineers appears to be listening.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
Photos: New Fish Stories
Who says striped bass only swim up the Savannah River during the spring? Vicki Seal, of Harlem, Ga., was hurling a topwater propeller bait below New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam when this autumn striper struck the plug.
Efforts by corps won't keep Thurmond filled
NFL Power Rankings
Every week of the season, The Augusta Chronicle's Raymond Beasock will rank the pro teams.
Panthers top Browns
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Keyshawn Johnson sneaked off to the side of the tunnel, got onto his knees and genuflected as Julius Peppers was introduced to the crowd before the game.
Rivalry goes beyond Owens
Long before Terrell Owens ever wore a green jersey or a blue star on his helmet, the Eagles-Cowboys game was a bitter rivalry no matter where the teams stood in the standings or who was playing on the field.
Bush, Saints score win
NEW ORLEANS - Reggie Bush made his first NFL touchdown worth the wait.
Bulldogs find their offense, but defense exposed by Vols
Rocky Flop
Erik Ainge felt like he had all the time in the world, which made it easy to dismantle the nation's stingiest defense.
Bulldogs regroup, prepare for Vandy
Georgia plummeted six spots to No. 16 in the Associated Press Top 25 on Sunday after the Bulldogs' collapse against Tennessee. It's the Bulldogs' lowest ranking since they finished 22nd in the final poll of the 2001 season and puts them three spots below Georgia Tech.
Weight room pays off for Southerland
Fullbacks are near the back of the line in terms of glamour positions in this age of spread offenses.
UGA Photo Slideshow
A recap of the action during Georgia's loss to Tennessee.
Bulldogs regroup, prepare for Vandy
Weight room pays off for Southerland
UGA Gamebook
Coming off the bench for the second game in a row, Brown rushed for 57 yards on eight carries against No. 13 Tennessee, thought it wasn't nearly enough to prevent the 10th-ranked Bulldogs from their first loss of the season.
Gamecocks tame 'Cats
Quarterback Syvelle Newton ran for one touchdown and caught another as South Carolina defeated Kentucky 24-17 on Saturday to make Gamecocks coach Steve Spurrier 14-0 against the Wildcats.
City of Aiken Soccer Standings
Hitchcock Woods Foundation adapts to changes
Athlete Spotlight: Shalonte Rainey, Kayce Greene
Music helps students gain an appreciation of poetry
Five Questions with Bill Inman
Editorial cartoonist set to open arts center program
Teacher's mother donates retirement gifts to school
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