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.
In their spare time, librarians like to read
Even though they work around books all day, many librarians from the Aiken-Bamberg-Barnwell-Edgefield Regional Library System said they enjoy reading a good page-turner in their spare time.
Gardening ideas take root at show
Friday the 13th brought the color of rose buds and fall mums to those lucky enough to attend the Aiken Flower and Garden Show at the Rye Patch.
Photo: Keeping it clean
Tim Coakley, the assistant director for the city of Aiken's Department of Public Works, removes litter along Chukker Creek Road as part of the city's effort to keep roadways clean.
Meetings
The Georgia-Carolina Toastmasters meet at noon on Wednesdays at Bj's.
Milestones
Andrew T. Gunter, of Midland Valley High School, has been named a commended student in the 2007 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Around the block
The Aiken Jaycees Western Carolina State Fair will be held Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Aiken Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 1 North.
Recreation calendar
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Redcliffe will conduct program in cemetery
During the 1800s, cemeteries were often gathering places for the living. "In some communities they were tourist attractions," said Trampas Alderman, Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site's park interpreter.
Carnival again brings hundreds of revelers to elementary school
Not everyone has a chance to make it to Columbia for the South Carolina State Fair, but Gloverville Elementary School produces an alternative that draws hundreds of visitors each year.
Ministry counts on steak fundraiser to help finance programs for needy
A few tickets are still available for the steak dinner fundraiser for Community Ministries of North Augusta.
Reunions
The North Augusta High School Class of 1991 is seeking classmates for a 15-year reunion on 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. Send information by fax to (706) 722-7403 and send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augustachronicle.com.
Vacant lot to become garden
Aiken City Council approved a landscaping plan for a vacant lot at the corner of Richland Avenue and York Street during an Oct. 9 work session.
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.
Photo: Ready to take off
State Sen. Tommy Moore, D-Clearwater, gives the thumbs up to supporters Oct. 11 at the Aiken Munincipal Airport as he prepares to board a single-engine plane during a media blitz in his campaign for the South Carolina governor's office.
Aiken County school lunches
School lunch menus for Aiken County schools.
This week
The Silver Bluff High School band wll be selling fruit to raise money for activities through November 3.
Pet of the week
Finnegan, a 2-year-old male mixed breed, is available for adoption through the CSRA Humane Society. Adoptions are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays at the organization's headquarters, 425 Wood St., Augusta. For more information, visit www.csrahumanesociety.org or call (706) 261-7387.
Applause cover
The Applause cover for Thursday, October 19, 2006
ASU's 'Oedipus' tragedy turns on flawed characters, not fickle fate
Actors involved in the summer staging of the Augusta State University production of the ancient Greek tragedy Oedipus the King needed only to venture as far the front door for authentic inspiration.
ASU's 'Oedipus' tragedy turns on flawed characters, not fickle fate
Baseball to offer funeral products
Mets will look to add free agents
NEW YORK - The New York Mets won't stand pat despite a first-place gallop in the National League East, and the first area likely to be addressed is an obvious one: starting pitching.
Baseball to offer funeral products
PHILADELPHIA - Many crazed baseball fans have said they would die for a championship. But are they willing to take that devotion to the grave?
Mets will look to add free agents
Rest-assured Tigers
NEW YORK - As if the Detroit Tigers don't have enough going for them, consider this: The last six teams that started the World Series with five or more days of rest all went on to win.
Tigers watch, wait for their Series opponent
Service honors Lidle, family
COVINA, Calif. - Three small planes flew over mourners at a memorial Tuesday for Yankees pitcher Cory Lidle, a comforting reminder to his family, friends and teammates that he died doing something he loved.
Tigers watch, wait for their Series opponent
DETROIT -The Detroit Tigers are starting to feel like a football team.
Uribe remains suspect in shooting
Chicago White Sox shortstop Juan Uribe was questioned and released in San Cristobal on Tuesday but remains a suspect in the shooting of two men in the Dominican Republic.
Uribe remains suspect in shooting
Cards star plays hurt
ST. LOUIS - Albert Pujols is trying to protect his injured right hamstring by playing conservatively during the National League Championship Series.
Farm bill update will be difficult
Legal drugs send many to hospitals
CHICAGO - Harmful reactions to some of the most widely used medicines - from insulin to a common antibiotic - sent more than 700,000 Americans to emergency rooms each year, landmark government research shows.
Legal drugs send many to hospitals
Plant Vogtle's expansion is moving ahead, manager says
Movie-making perks help states cash in
COLUMBIA - When film crews arrive to shoot a movie, they bring two things, said Jeff Monks, South Carolina's film commissioner.
Movie-making perks help states cash in
Plant Vogtle's expansion is moving ahead, manager says
The possible expansion of Plant Vogtle appears to be inching forward.
Farm bill update will be difficult
ATLANTA - The chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., said updating agriculture policy will be hard next year because of a tight federal budget and recent trade agreements.
Editorial Cartoon 101806 - The Augusta Chronicle
Editorial Cartoon 101906 - The Augusta Chronicle
Schools' reaction after fight helped prevent problems
CLEMSON, S.C. - Clemson athletic director Terry Don Phillips admits his school and South Carolina had one critical element to get past their ugly brawl two years ago that Miami and Florida International won't - time.
Tigers draw ESPN show
CLEMSON, S.C. - It took nearly eight seasons, but Clemson coach Tommy Bowden is finally glad he has brought excitement - along with ESPN's College GameDay - to Death Valley.
Schools' reaction after fight helped prevent problems
Vanderbilt eyes bowl game
Reviewing and previewing college football:
South Carolina backup receiver gets suspension
South Carolina reserve receiver O.J. Murdock was arrested for shoplifting and indefinitely suspended from the team, coach Steve Spurrier said Wednesday.
South Carolina backup receiver gets suspension
Miami adopts 'zero tolerance' policy for fighting
Miami adopts 'zero tolerance' policy for fighting
CORAL GABLES, Fla. - Shaking her fist for emphasis, Miami president Donna Shalala said Tuesday that sanctions levied against 13 players for their role in a sideline-clearing brawl were fair, justified and strong enough to satisfy the university.
How'd they get it so wrong?
The State Election Board has done a good job this election season.
Don't abstain from cooperating
The wrong stone-thrower
Most of Washington's "culture of corruption" scandals this year have affected Republicans - ex-U.S. Rep. Mark Foley's dirty e-mails to teenage pages; Ohio U.S. Rep. Bob Ney's guilty plea to corruption charges stemming from his ties to disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff; and this week's FBI investigation of U.S. Rep. Curt Weldon, R-Pa., suspected of improperly directing lobbying and consulting contracts to his daughter.
More ball, less brawl
Muhammad Ali, the father of modern trash-talking, evinced such boyish charm that it just didn't smell like trash.
Good horse sense
The equine industry has played a critical role in the growth and development of Aiken County, training ground for many champion horses. The county's own Triple Crown series kicks off the racing season each spring, and polo has been part of the culture since the late 19th century.
Don't abstain from cooperating
The Georgia Supreme Court may help a bit.
Spotted
For more photos, log on to spotted.augusta.com.
Arts calendar
Send exhibit schedules and other information to Steven Uhles, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send by fax to (706) 722-7403. Send e-mail to steven.uhles@augustachronicle.com.
Concert calendar
Aaron Tippin will perform tonight at 7:30 at the Aiken Fairgrounds.
Working with symphony allows Grant to rediscover old songs
For Amy Grant, the best nights are when she's backed by a big band.
Club calendar
Send your club's entertainment information to randa.alattar@augustachronicle.com or fax it to (706) 722-7403. Listings must be received by 6 p.m. Mondays.
Applause calendar
Send your event schedule, pricing and other information to Steven Uhles, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send by fax to (706) 722-7403. Send e-mail to steven.uhles@augustachronicle.com.
Game reviews
Okami is a large, sprawling adventure game with many inventive elements that set it apart from other, more generic titles.
Army launches action figures, puts real soldiers in play
Move over, G.I. Joe. The Army has found some recruits in its latest effort to enlist soldiers.
On a mission
For J.R. "Skip" Lam and the other members of the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation's Sky Soldiers demonstration team, bringing Vietnam-era aircraft back to life is a call of duty.
Aiken is home to second Takosushi
Takosushi, which serves Southwestern and Asian cuisines, will open a second restaurant early next month at 210 The Alley in Aiken.
Bananas Foster has saving grace of fruit
Bananas have long been one of America's favorite fruits. Low in calories, they pack plenty of Vitamin C, potassium and fiber and contain virtually no fat, cholesterol or sodium. Nutrition experts urge adding fruit to desserts because Americans rarely get enough in their daily diet.
Bananas Foster has saving grace of fruit
Low-fat fettuccine retains full taste, creamy texture
Low-fat fettuccine retains full taste, creamy texture
A fast and low-fat fettuccine alfredo that uses full-fat milk and cheese?
Team's games to be on radio
The Augusta GreenJackets will have a home on the radio next season, and Bo Fulginiti will be the man behind the microphone.
Schedule hampers Sorenstam's title bid
PALM DESERT, Calif. - Even if Annika Sorenstam wanted to add an LPGA Tour event to her schedule to try to make up ground in her bid for a sixth LPGA Player of the Year title in a row, her schedule won't allow it.
Schedule hampers Sorenstam's title bid
Mustangs coach gets rare praise from rival
Mustangs coach gets rare praise from rival
Strom Thurmond coach Lee Sawyer isn't one to boast about the success of a rival. He's made an exception this year for Midland Valley coach Rick Knight.
Pens center draws stout comparison
Perfect Sabres throttle Flyers
Perfect Sabres throttle Flyers
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Maxim Afinogenov had a goal and four assists, helping the Buffalo Sabres maintain their perfect record in a 9-1 rout of the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night.
Pens center draws stout comparison
PITTSBURGH - Mark Recchi dares to mention Evgeni Malkin in the same sentence as the one player in Pittsburgh Penguins history to whom almost no one is ever compared.
Brodeur hits milestone
PITTSBURGH - Evgeni Malkin's first goal in his much-anticipated NHL debut didn't prevent Martin Brodeur from achieving a milestone of his own: his 450th career victory.
'Spooky' dishes can be made from pantry
Every October, It's Spooky to Be Hungry volunteers conduct a huge canned-food drive throughout the area, and on Saturday, Oct. 28, residents in almost 200 neighborhoods will have the opportunity to donate canned goods and contribute money to the Golden Harvest Food Bank.
'Spooky' dishes can be made from pantry
Bush's machinations are deadly
Augusta air passengers want savings
Regarding the letters about supporting Augusta Regional Airport: I would support the airport if prices were within reason.Ed Kophazy, Grovetown
Augusta air passengers want savings
Are strings pulled to ease arrests?
In response to the story about the lawyer and his DUI ("Lawyer accused of DUI in wreck," Oct. 14): Is there anyone - The Augusta Chronicle, the sheriff's department - raising a red flag about this?Charles Stephens, Augusta
Helen Blocker-Adams has right plan
Barrow succumbing to the right
It may seem a small thing to many - but not to me - to see my congressman, John Barrow, boasting of his vote to abolish the "death tax" in a sound bite in a re-election campaign ad.Larry Kelliher, Augusta
Are strings pulled to ease arrests?
Helen Blocker-Adams has right plan
An article in the Oct. 16 Metro section of The Augusta Chronicle, by Sylvia Cooper, indicates how differently the candidates view the future of our region.Everett Fernandez, Augusta
Barrow succumbing to the right
Protest hateful church by showing love
Would your paper please let the people of the CSRA know if there will be any protest at any funeral here of one of our brave men or women who served in our military? I will gladly give up a day's pay or any of my time to stand with the family.Sharon McMillan, North Augusta, S.C.
Protest hateful church by showing love
Bush's machinations are deadly
You apologists out there for the president - who just can't seem to grasp the volumes of proof flooding the history books about the exaggerations, omissions and outright lies about the causes of our involvement in Iraq - should feel good that the British have now been infected with George W. Bush's truth fever.Harry Luden, Martinez
Nava Atlas Minestrone Soup
Never mind that hearty vegetable soups are great for warming up during this increasingly chilly time of year. Or that they can pack tons of healthy produce and beans into a lean, savory package.
Lynx continue to trim roster
Augusta Lynx coach Bob Ferguson thought he had his 20-man roster finalized Tuesday, but the team's new affiliation threw another wrinkle into his plans.
Public has chance to view texts
Byrd Elementary rebirth has begun
Correction
The proposed 2007 operations budget for the Downtown Development Authority is $298,200. Another amount quoted by Commissioner Andy Cheek during discussion at Tuesday's Augusta Commission meeting did not accurately reflect the operations budget.
Rants and raves
WHO DESIGNED that awful James Brown Arena sign? Looks like fourth place in a high school art contest. You'd think if the intention was to honor James Brown someone might have considered soliciting professionals to submit designs. Apparently, that didn't occur to the brain trust otherwise known as the coliseum authority. Nice work.
Board delays school opening
The opening of a new high school in Columbia County was delayed for a year by school board members in a Tuesday meeting.
Fix it: Floyd Drive and Harding Road
Panel makes funding plan
ATLANTA - For more than two years, the Education Finance Task Force has labored largely out of the limelight, trying to come up with a new way of funding schools in Georgia.
Speaker criticizes work of Planned Parenthood
Saying goodbye, again
Staff Sgt. Carmella Rivera hugged her 4-month-old godson tightly at Fort Gordon on Tuesday.
Peace not vital to leaving Iraq, Chambliss says
ATLANTA - Sen. Saxby Chambliss said Tuesday that America's withdrawal of troops can't be dependent on a complete absence of violence in Iraq, but that an immediate pullout if Democrats win control of Congress would be a mistake.
Sex tape of custodian, girl sent to police
First Friday in Russell's hands
Teens laud stern words from judge
Campaign to protest crime fulfills co-founder's dream
Crew of Hunley studied
CHARLESTON, S.C. - When Arnold Becker was buried more than two years ago, little was known about him except that he was the smallest and youngest crewman aboard the Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley.
Candidate to defend residency
ATLANTA - State Senate candidate Mell Traylor will have to defend his Georgia residency at a hearing next week, according to a notice released Tuesday.
Lawyers give to judge's campaign
ATLANTA - A justice on the state's highest court took contributions to her re-election campaign from lawyers appearing before her, and on Tuesday she refused calls to give the money back.
Byrd Elementary rebirth has begun
GRANITEVILLE - In about a year, more than 500 Graniteville-area pupils will walk the halls of a new Byrd Elementary after Aiken County school administrators officially broke ground at the site Tuesday afternoon.
Campaign to protest crime fulfills co-founder's dream
Barbara A. Thurmond's last wish was to have a 40-day campaign to protest crime in Augusta through prayer and fasting.
Across the region
ATLANTA - The testimony of an inmate who says Brian Nichols, who is accused of a courthouse shooting, plotted an escape from jail with him after the shooting rampage is so unreliable that, if allowed, it could cause any conviction against Mr. Nichols to be thrown out, a defense lawyer argued Tuesday.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Lawyers give to judge's campaign
Kid of the Day
Jordan I. Garnett, of Augusta, is today's kid of day.
Moore attacks Sanford's base
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Tommy Moore headed deep into Gov. Mark Sanford's home turf Tuesday as the Democrat tried to pick up momentum in his bid to unseat the Republican governor.
MCG clinics pay school fees
The Medical College of Georgia got a hefty check from its clinical side that will help with new faculty, course upgrades and research. But much more is on the way as MCG Health Inc. finalizes plans for a $100 million financing package that it considers a "bridge" to major renovations down the road, possibly including a new hospital building, CEO Don Snell said.
Sanford pushes per-pupil funding
Across the area
Lincoln County Sheriff Gerald Lawson said Tuesday that an ongoing internal investigation has found that a federal inmate who escaped from the jail Sunday had no inside help.
County revises SRS land bid
AIKEN - County officials who want to purchase prime recreation space in Aiken sweetened their offer Wednesday to the board of directors at Savannah River Site, just before the board was to review bids for possibly the last time.
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA - An Upstate lawmaker says he will file a bill before the end of the year that would ban drivers younger than 18 from using a cell phone while driving.
Man gets more jail time
With a jury split 11-1 to convict him, a former jail resident admitted Wednesday that he attacked and inflicted serious injury on another inmate.
Crypt will soon unite King, widow
Crypt will soon unite King, widow
ATLANTA - Since the day of her funeral in February, the tomb of Coretta Scott King has remained lengths away from her husband's crypt at The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change - against her final wish that her body be placed alongside his.
Sanford pushes per-pupil funding
COLUMBIA - Gov. Mark Sanford says he would support plans to equalize state spending among all schoolchildren, even if it means fighting with supporters of school districts in Greenville, Spartanburg, Columbia and along the coast.
Davidson is stop on schools tour
Across Georgia
DARIEN - It took three hours, but McIntosh County school board member Dwight Jordan saved his seat this week by producing a couple of utility bills.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Teens laud stern words from judge
The show was long, but Justin Chastagner absorbed every minute.
Fix it: Floyd Drive and Harding Road
EDITOR'S NOTE: Help us make our area a better place to live by pointing out the things you see that need to be fixed in Richmond, Columbia or Aiken counties. Give us a call or send us an e-mail if you see a road hazard, a pothole, a broken street sign, a malfunctioning traffic light or other problem. We'll try to address these areas with the responsible parties. If you have a suggestion or nomination, call Jeremy Craig at (706) 823-3409 or e-mail jeremy.craig@ augustachronicle.com.
Custodian in sex-tape case is fired
The Richmond County Board of Education has fired a school custodian who is accused of making a sexually explicit video of an underage girl.
News you can use
If you are in an abusive relationship and want to get out, consider these tips from the Center for Equal Justice of South Carolina:
Barrow leads in money
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Despite a recent surge by GOP challenger Max Burns, Democratic incumbent John Barrow had more money going into the final five weeks of the campaign.
Higher taxes in budget plan
City Administrator Fred Russell presented a balanced 2007 general-fund budget Tuesday that calls for layoffs, cuts in transit and recreation, and a tax increase.
NAACP branch honored
The Augusta Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People received nine awards at the organization's 64th annual Georgia State Conference in Jekyll Island this past weekend.
Budget cuts aren't as drastic
A day after Augusta Administrator Fred Russell gave city commissioners a balanced 2007 city budget plan, those reviewing the proposal said they found good news for many nonprofit agencies and city departments.
Kid of the Day
Tyquez Reddick, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Fair fan's fanfare
Damien Linden, of South Africa, puts up flags on the Ring of Fire ride as the Aiken Jaycees Western Carolina State Fair gets ready for it's opening on Oct. 19 and will run through Oct. 28 in Aiken Tuesday Oct. 17, 2006.
Colleges' enrollment is up
College enrollment is up in record numbers at the University of Georgia, Augusta State University and the Medical College of Georgia.
Public has chance to view texts
AIKEN - A little room tucked behind a computer lab at the University of South Carolina Aiken holds one of the state's least-used public resources.
Across the area
Authorities charged a 16-year-old boy Wednesday with sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl, Richmond County sheriff's records state.
Peace not vital to leaving Iraq, Chambliss says
School custodian fired
The Richmond County Board of Education has fired a school custodian who is accused of making a sexually explicit video of an underage girl.
Voters will get letters on IDs
Davidson is stop on schools tour
When the buses roll in next week, John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School will have some new students in its hallways - some of Georgia's education elite.
Drag strip might have hit bump in road
For months, county officials have lauded the benefits of building a drag strip in south Augusta, saying it would bring prestige and millions of dollars in revenue.
Rants and raves
WHO DESIGNED that awful James Brown Arena sign? Looks like fourth place in a high school art contest. You'd think if the intention was to honor James Brown someone might have considered soliciting professionals to submit designs. Apparently, that didn't occur to the brain trust otherwise known as the coliseum authority. Nice work.
Drag strip might have hit bump in road
Speaker criticizes work of Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood does many things, but promoting parenthood is not high on its agenda, said Dr. Walt Larimore on Tuesday.
Sex tape of custodian, girl sent to police
A Diamond Lakes Elementary School custodian has been charged with sex crimes after a radio station passed along to police an explicit video featuring the custodian with an underage girl.
News you can use
Learn to be sandwich savvy! Make a few changes to your sandwich design to help boost your health!
Voters will get letters on IDs
ATLANTA - More than 300,000 Georgians who may have been confused by letters explaining the voter ID law will get another notice before Election Day.
First Friday in Russell's hands
County commissioners voted Tuesday to give the city administrator the authority to decide who will hold First Friday.
Columbia County Commission
WHAT WAS DISCUSSED: A proposed field house for athletic purposes at Augusta Christian Schools and access to Augusta Christian through a back gate off Lake Shore Loop that has angered some residents.
Fired leader may be rehired
The Coliseum Authority has regrouped in its search for the next general manager of the James Brown Arena after two of its candidates dropped out for other jobs, according to search committee Chairman Bernard Harper.
300 million & counting
Close but no cigar.
Barrow, Burns spar and agree
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Although they often agreed on issues, U.S. Rep. John Barrow and former Republican congressman Max Burns found room to spar Tuesday over global warming, tax reform and whether voters should have to show ID at the polls.
Coliseum Authority announces three finalists to manage arena
Pedestrian dead after he is hit by two vehicles
Authorities say charges will probably not be filed against the drivers of vehicles which hit a south Augusta man early this morning.
Georgia Tech's Ball might go out like he started
ATLANTA - The story of Reggie Ball has always seemed a little backwards, like the punch line had been delivered too soon and everything thereafter was just the joke's setup.
Magicians' rivalry ends up in emotionally distant movie
At the outset of Christopher Nolan's The Prestige, we're told the title refers to a magic trick's big climax, with the performer bringing back the thing he just made disappear.
'Flicka' is formulaic update of family-friendly movie
For all its efforts, 'Nacho' sits winless in its corner
For all its efforts, 'Nacho' sits winless in its corner
Director Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite) seems to be operating under the assumption that because audiences recognize a situation as absurd, they will instinctively come to believe that it is funny.
'Flags' takes look at reluctant war heroes
The battle scenes are harrowing in Flags of Our Fathers, the beaches exploding again and again with artillery fire, filling the gray sky and forming an even darker vision of hell.
'Flags' takes look at reluctant war heroes
'Flicka' is formulaic update of family-friendly movie
At the rate she's going, Alison Lohman should be ready to step up to ingenue roles about the time she turns 40.
Magicians' rivalry ends up in emotionally distant movie
DVD releases include 'Over the Hedge,' 'The Break-Up,' 'The Omen' and 'American Dreamz'
In a year loaded with cute talking cartoon characters, 'Over the Hedge,' featuring the voices of Bruce Willis (a sly raccoon), Garry Shandling (a turtle) and Steve Carell (a squirrel), was one of the top hits. The critters awaken after winter hibernation to find a housing development of humans has surrounded their domicile.
Mini reviews
All listings are subject to change. Call the theaters for times. For an online movie guide, go to augustachronicle.com/movies.
DVD releases include 'Over the Hedge,' 'The Break-Up,' 'The Omen' and 'American Dreamz'
Badly Drawn Boy touts England on CD
Settling neatly somewhere among the Kinks, Crowded House and the Boss, Damon Gough, who records under the nom de rock Badly Drawn Boy, has released a meditation on being both English and of England.
Distinctive voices come to Augusta
Badly Drawn Boy touts England on CD
Distinctive voices come to Augusta
In the world of country and bluegrass music where so many voices sound alike, the traditional-sounding, crisp and clear voices of John Anderson and Del McCoury are instantly recognizable.
Sonic Spotlight: Travis Shaw
Travis Shaw is this week's Sonic Spotlight.
NASCAR Newsmaker: Kevin Harvick
NASCAR Newsmaker: Kevin Harvick
Kevin Harvick (above) clinched his second Busch Series championship last Friday. With four races remaining, it is the earliest anyone has clinched in the sport's history.
Working on the future
MARTINSVILLE, Va. - As soon as Jeff Gordon was eliminated from the Chase for the Championship last year, his attention wasn't on finishing 11th in the standings and earning $1 million in bonuses. It was working toward this year's Chase.
Hornish ponders possible switch
Hornish ponders possible switch
Defending IRL Indy Car Series champion Sam Hornish has tested a stock car and might attempt to make his NASCAR debut in the Busch Series in November at Phoenix.
Businessmen get rare glimpse
DURHAM, N.C. - Duke's basketball practices are typically closed. Photographers are never allowed.
Gaining a new perspective
Augusta State guard Kip Small (with ball) is defended by Chris Dickert of the Walton Blazing Bulldogs wheelchair team. Small, a freshman, was joined by his teammates Wednesday for a game at Garrett Elementary School. The game helped raise awareness for the Walton Rehabilitation Health System team, which plays in the National Wheelchair Basketball Association.
Billick fires Fassel from Ravens' staff
Redskins will go without Rogers
James Lokey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Marvin "Bo" Lokey age 77, beloved husband of Mrs. Myrtle Lokey, of Augusta, formerly of Thomson, died Monday October 16, 2006 in The Beverly Manor Convalescent Center of Augusta. Graveside services will be held 3:00 PM Thursday October 19, 2006 in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Rev. Brent Turner officiating. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Parkinson Association, American Heart Association or to the charity of one's choice. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Willie James Martin (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Mr. Willie James (Boe) Martin, Thomson, will be held on Friday October 20, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the New Hope Christian Church, Rev. Luther Rogers, officiating. Interment will be in the Hickory Tree Cemetery. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Betty Mae Martin, Thomson; mother, Mrs. Gracie P. Hampton, Thomson; son, Willie J. Ramsey, Dearing; stepdaughter, Barbara (Daryl) Lucas, Thomson; two sisters, Mary (Felton) Hatcher, Thomson and Mattie (Frank) Prutt, Pine Mtn., GA; four brothers, Tommy, Michael, David (Tracy) and George (Dora) Hampton, all of Thomson; three step-grandchildren; one aunt; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, in charge.
Viola Anthony Harris (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Viola Anthony Harris, 85, widow of the late Richard Harris, formerly of Hazel Street entered into rest Monday, October 16, 2006 at Amara Healthcare and Rehab Center. Funeral service will be held Friday, October 20, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. at Franklin Covenant Baptist Church with Rev. George Williams officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Mrs. Harris was a native of Burke Co., Ga. and a member of the Franklin Covenant Baptist Church. She retired from the University of Indiana after 35 years of service and she retired from Georgia War Veteran's Nursing Facility. Survivors are four nephews, Deacon Charles (Patricia) Anthony, Augusta, John Thomas Anthony, Atlanta, Ga., Herbert Corker, Augusta and Louis Corker, Los Angeles, Calif; niece, Laverne Brannon, Augusta. Friends may call at the residence of her nephew, Deacon Charles Anthony, 2210 Bungalow Road. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ira Ferguson (GRANITEVILLE, S.C.)
GRANITEVILLE, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Ira Herbert "Herb" Ferguson, 77, who died Saturday, evening, will be held this afternoon at 1 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens, Langley, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC.
Barbara Moore (SEDONA, AR.)
SEDONA, AR. - Barbara Maury Bowen Moore entered into rest Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Sedona, Arizona. She is survived by her beloved husband, Henry Clay Moore, Jr., formerly of Atlanta. She was predeceased by her parents Edna and Dudley Hollingsworth Bowen. Mrs. Moore was a native of Augusta, Georgia, born July 8, 1938. She graduated from William Robinson Elementary, Langford Middle School, Academy of Richmond County (Augusta), Sweet Briar College (Virginia) and obtained a Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics from Emory University. She taught two years in Cairo Egypt at the American College for girls later named the Ramses College for Girls. While employed by Georgia Educational Television in Atlanta from 1966-1969, she developed the Patterns and Guessing Patterns television series and a related series for teachers of mathematics. Mrs. Moore lived in Atlanta for 30 years, during which time she taught mathematics at the Galloway School. Her lifelong interests included travel, international relations and the collection and creation of art. She studied Art at Georgia State University in Atlanta and loved painting self- portraits. In addition to her husband Clay, Barbara is survived by her brother, Dudley Hollingsworth Bowen, Jr. and his wife Madeline Martin Bowen of Augusta: her nieces, Maury Bowen Rothschild and her children, Eleanor and Graham Rothschild of Savannah, and Laura Madeline Bowen and Laura's husband Kurt Pivko of Kingsport Tennessee; a stepson Steve Moore and his wife Debra of Bellingham, Washington; a nephew Rogers Malone Jr. and his family of Lagrange Illinois, a niece Beth Malone Clark and her Family of Northbrook, Illinois; and, a niece Marjorie Lynn Malone and a brother-in-law Rogers Malone of St. Louis. She is also survived by numerous cousins. The remains will be cremated in Arizona and a memorial service will be scheduled in Augusta at a later time. If desired, friends and family may make memorial gifts to the following organizations or to the charity of their choice: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art at 506 Telfair Street, Augusta, Georgia, 30901 or the Ernest G. Welch School of Art and Design at Georgia State University.
Grover C. Kendall (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Grover C. Kendall, Jr., 80, husband of the late Anna Hofer Kendall, entered into rest Sunday, October 15, 2006 at Anne Maria Rehab and Nursing. Graveside services were held Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. in Hillcrest Memorial Park with a Chaplain Robert Compton officiating. Pallbearers were the members of the U.S. Air Force honor guard. Survivors include his son, Donald E. Kendall and family; step-son, Oskar Hofer; daughter-in-law, Phyllis Kendall; brother, Donald Kendall; sisters, Wilma Kendall, Lois Berez and Betty Coca; granddaughters, Valeri Fees and Vicki Pritchett; as well a cousin, Bill Fernoff. Mr. Kendall the son of the late Grover C. and Gertrude Allen Kendall, Sr., was a native of Pekin, IL. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and World War II. He retired following twenty years of service with the rank of Master Sergeant. He was a life member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars, Post No. 649 in Augusta. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, 1899 Central Avenue, Augusta, GA 30904. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Octavia Thompkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Octavia Thompkins of Hollis Road entered into rest on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Beverly Manor Convalescent Center. Funeral service will be held Thursday, October 19, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Ross Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Gordon Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Southview Cemetery. Remains will lie in state at the church 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 10:15 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Clyde W. Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Clyde W. Jones age 82, husband of Mrs. Frances Marian Freeland Jones entered into rest on Monday October 16, 2006 at University Hospital. Graveside services will be held on Thursday October 19, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Westover Memorial Park with Dr. Kevin Steele officiating. Survivors include: one son, Ferrell Lee Jones and his wife Diane of Tabor City, NC, two daughters, Tonya Jones Ligon and husband Fred of Martinez, and Tamblyn Jones Lariscey and husband Billy of Hephzibah. Grandchildren, Ferrell Lee Jones Jr. and wife Angie and Brendan H. Jones and wife Angela of Tabor City,NC, Stephen Turner Holton of Evans and Alicia Holton Howland and husband Brad of James Island, SC and Dalton Cole Lariscey of Hephzibah. Great grandchildren, Ferrell Lee Jones III, Savannah Grace Jones and Raegan Jones all of Tabor City ,NC., and Mary Cason Holton of Evans. Mr. Jones was a Methodist and the owner of Ready Motors on Broad St. in Augusta until his retirement. He will be missed by his family and friends. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home this evening from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m. Donations may be made to the National Hills Baptist Church Building Fund at 2725 Washington Rd. Augusta,GA 30909 or to the American Heart Association at 1105-D Furys Ln. Martinez,GA 30907. Platts Funeral Home 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta,Ga. 30904 706-733-3636. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Joe Miller Mays (PERKINS, Ga.)
PERKINS, Ga. - Mr. Joe Miller Mays, Jr., age 81, entered into rest Tuesday night, October 17, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta. Loving and devoted father, husband of 54 years to Mrs. Rose Brinson Mays. Born in Millen, GA, the son of the late Joe Miller Mays, Sr. and Gertrude Mays. Joe Miller was a graduate of the Millen High School class of 1943, a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II, a farmer and retired from Union Camp Forest Resources. He was an active Mason and Shriner and a deacon of the Dry Branch Baptist Church. He was a wonderful husband, father and friend. His strong faith and generosity touched untold numbers of people. His smile and laughter will be remembered forever. In addition to his wife, survivors include his children, Glen E. (Kathy) Mays of Waycross, Dr. G. Jean Mays of College Station, TX, Nan A. (Jody) Bowers of Millen, and Mark O. Mays of Perkins; his grandchildren, Cindy of Baxley, Jonathan and Amanda of Perkins, Jay of Millen and Andrew of College Station, TX.; his great grandchildren, Victoria and Eric of Baxley. Funeral Services will be 3:00 p.m. Friday at the Dry Branch Baptist Church with Revs. Brad Boynton and Grady Hargrove officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Dennis Small, Buford G. Small, Dave Waters, Jim Waters, Roger Saxon, Ricky Saxon. Memorials may be made to the Dry Branch Baptist Church Building Fund. Visitation will be Thursday from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Crowe-Fields Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
J. L. McIver (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Jewel L. "Mack" McIver, 82, of Atomic Road, Jackson, SC, who died October 16, 2006, will be conducted Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the First Baptist Church of Jackson. Dr. Kenneth Klingler officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Cemetery with Veteran's Honors. Mr. McIver was a native of Swansea, South Carolina, having made Jackson his home for the past 41 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson where he served as a Deacon, a former boys Sunday School Teacher, an Usher and Greeter and a member of the Baracca II Sunday School Class. Mr. McIver was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II, a Cold War Veteran, having worked on the Manhattan Project at Oakridge, TN, and a retired Pipe fitter with the B.F. Shaw Company at the Savannah River Plant with 31 years of service. He was a Master Mason with the Hopewell Masonic Lodge # 127 AFM and father of the late Maxine Lee, Cathy Williams and Barbara Ann McIver. Survivors include his wife Elaine Reynolds McIver; five sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Nadine McIver, Atlanta, Ronny and Rose McIver, Evans, Donny and Kay McIver, Jackson, Randy McIver Cunningham, Tampa, FL and Darren and Sherry McIver, Jackson; two daughters and a son-in-law, Jennie and James Watts, Aiken and Elizabeth Ann Peterson, Atlanta; a brother, Grady McIver Swansea; a sister Linnie Moseley, Columbia; fifteen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Baracca II Sunday School Class. Active Pallbearers will be Hyman Creamer, Don Ratcliff, Tom McElmurray, John Reeder, Norman Barnett and Kevin Ratcliff. The family will receive friends at the church this Wednesday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Jackson Front Fund, P.O. Box 130, Jackson, SC 29831 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
Lausie Coleman (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Entered into rest on Monday, October 16, 2006, Mrs. Lausie Lee Slater Coleman, 92, wife of the late Mr. Joseph "J.B." Coleman, of Pine Street, Clearwater, SC. Mrs. Coleman was born in Emanuel County, GA to the late John Lawson and Jane Morris Slater. She was a homemaker and a member of Clearwater First Baptist Church and the Kingdom Seekers Sunday School Class. Surviving are three sons, Joe M. Coleman (Joann), Aiken, SC, Jimmy Coleman (Alda) and Johnnie B. Coleman (Debbie), all of North Augusta, SC and a daughter, Jane Walker (Steve), of Lewisburg, TN; eleven grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Funeral services will be on Thursday at 2 o'clock in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel with Revs. John Bolin and Heyward Horton officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Coleman, Mark Eubanks, Ricky Eubanks, David Dyar, John Wood and Jeff Johnson. Friends may call at the residence of her son Jimmy Coleman, 102 Forrest Drive, North Augusta, SC or on Wednesday evening from 7 until 9 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Margaret Watkins (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret Watkins of Williston Road entered into rest on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 19, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Beech Island with Rev. Christopher Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. She was a native of Aiken County, S.C., a member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church where she organized the Senior Choir in 1953 and served as President for 37 years. She was a former employee of the Georgia Regional Hospital. Survivors are one son, Lewis Watkins, Augusta; one sister, Elizabeth Stallings, Beech Island, S.C.; two grandchildren, Tesha Lelean (Derrick) Clayton, Jacksonville, Fla. and Christopher Randolph Watkins, Louisville, Ga.; four great-grandchildren of Jacksonville; devoted nieces, Nazelene Cato and Alma Sanders, Beech Island; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765Martin Luther King Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Anna M. Moss (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Anna M. Moss, 77, of Birdie Drive, entered into rest October 13, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 20, 2006 at G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Lena Williams officiating. Entombment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Ms. Moss, a native of Edgefield County, was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She retired from the United States Postal Service. Survivors include two sons, Lawrence Martin and John Thomas Martin; two daughters, Frances (Earnest) Burnside and Delilah Martin; two brothers, Rev. Eddie (Julia) Moss and Henry (Gerri) Moss; a sister, Evelyn Moss; seven grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence or after 1:00 p.m. today at the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
James C. Rainey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, October 14, 2006, at Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Mr. James C. Rainey, 79, husband of Hideko Rainey. Mr. Rainey was a native of Miami, FL and has lived in Augusta since 1963. He was a retired Master Sergerent from the US Army with 27 years of service and retired from the Civil Service at Fort Gordon with 19 years of service where he worked with the Protocol Section at Alexander Hall. He was a member of the Square & Compass Lodge # 3 of Japan, the Scottish Rite of Augusta Alee Shriners, the Augusta Shrine Club and the Martinez Chapter # 464 Order of the Eastern Star. He was also a member of the Ikebana International Chapter # 81. Family members in addition to his wife include his daughter: Helen Rainey, son and daughter-in-law: Tsuyoshi and Hiroko Toya of New York; sisters: Etna Bohanmon of Louisville, KY, Alma Faulk of Hubert, NC; brothers: Vernon Rainey of St. Lucie, FL and Linad Whaley of Roseboro, NC. He was preceded in death by his father and mother: James D. Rainey and Rossie Smith Rainey. Funeral services will be today, Wednesday, October 18, 2006, at 6:00 P.M. in the Thomas Poteet Chapel, conducted by the Martinez Chapter # 464 Order of the Eastern Star, Montine Mize, Past Grand Matron, Grand Chapter of Georgia, Order of the Eastern Star. And Masonic Rites will be rendered by the Martinez Lodge # 710 F & AM. Military honors will also be accorded. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening beginning at 5 o'clock. Memorials may be made to the Eastern Star Benevolence Fund, P.O. Box 187, Hephzibah, GA 30815. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
Soloman McKinney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Solomon McKinney of Deans Bridge Road entered into rest Saturday, October 14, 2006 at The Place. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 20, 2006 at Peoples Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Douglas Mazyck officiating. Family and friends will assemble at 10:40 a.m. at Peoples Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Second Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Harlem, Ga. Mr. McKinney was devoted to his cause. He was retired and never late or missed a day of work in 35 years. Mr. McKinney had a love for landscaping, caring for children and gardening. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, four sons, David Hargrove, Willingboro, N.J., Ronnie Johnson, Augusta, Michael Johnson, Augusta and Willie Johnson, Trenton, N.J.; four daughters, Michele Hargrove, Willingboro, Kimberly (Roshawn) Abrams, Wimberton, N.J., Stephanie Hargrove, Burlington, N.J. and Patricia Hargrove, Blackwood, N.J.; three sisters, Ludell (Obey) Hightower, Betty Jean McKinney, Corine (Robert) Roscoe; a devoted nephew, Tommy McKinney; his fiance Liz (Pineapple) Frederick and a host of grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Peoples Funeral Home, 706-724-1885. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
John Washington (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. John Washington, 54, will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. from the Bethel United Methodist Church, St. Stephens, S.C. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 668, Aiken, S.C. 29802. The family will receive friends at Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home
Grover C. Hollowell ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on October 18, 2006 at University Hospital, Grover C. Hollowell, Jr.,86, beloved husband of Frances C. Hollowell. Mr. Hollowell was born on August 21, 1920 to Grover C. And Palistean Hollowell in Aurora, NC. He graduated from Wofford College in 1941 and served in the United States Navy during WWII as a lieutenant. After WWII, he spent most of his career (31 years) as a claims adjuster for MCI a branch of General Motors. He was a resident of Augusta since 1964. After retirement Mr. Hollowell volunteered for Meals On Wheels, was a member of The United Methodist Men's Club and the Interfaith Hospitality Network. He was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church, where he held a number of various offices across the years and the Jane Wells Sunday School Class. Mr. Hollowell enjoyed gardening, the cardio rehab gym and he was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. In addition to his wife he is survived by his children; John Hollowell (Madera) of Augusta, Charles Hollowell (Robin) of Elizabethton, TN, and Susan Gilbreath (Kent) of Evans, GA, grandchildren; Jeremy Hollowell (Autumn) of Elizabethton, TN., Lauren Kirsch (Brendan) of Indianapolis, IN and Lance Gilbreath of Augusta, two great granddaughters; Gracie Kirsch and Aubree Hollowell, four brothers; Nathan Hollowell (Phylis) of Eure, NC, Benjamin Hollowell (Marjorie) of Blounts Creek, NC, Joe Hollowell (Lou) and Charles Hollowell (Margaret) all of Aurora, NC and two sisters; Virginia Bennett of Greenville, SC and Sally Brantley (Keith) of Aurora, NC. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, October 21, 2006, 11:00 AM, at St. Mark United Methodist Church with Rev. Gerald Varner officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Jeremy Hollowell, Lance Gilbreath, Brendan Kirsch, Bill Bullock, Roy Printup, Steve Lariscy and Bo Slendak. Honorary pallbearers will be the Jane Wells Sunday School Class and membersof the University Cardio-Rehab Gym 5:30 AM class. Interment will follow at Westover Memorial Park. If so desired, memorials may be made to the St. Mark Building Fund, 2367 Washington Rd. Augusta, GA 30904 The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6 until 8 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Miriam Merry Dicks (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Mrs. Miriam Merry Dicks, widow of Mr. Thomas T. Dicks, Sr., died on October 16, 2006, at the age of ninety-two, in Greenville, South Carolina. She had lived there in an assisted living facility for six months so her daughter Merry could better care for her. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John United Methodist Church in Augusta, Georgia, with Reverend Gary DeMore, Senior Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Visitation services will take place at Platt's Funeral Home on Crawford Avenue on Friday, October 20, 2006, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Mrs. Dicks was born in Athens, Georgia, the daughter of Milton Howard Merry and Roberta Dobbins Merry. She moved to Augusta in 1936 and worked for several years as a secretary and bookkeeper before starting her family. She was active in St. John United Methodist Church as a teacher, youth worker, president of the Woman's Society of Christian Services, president of the Eakes Bible Class, former member of the Administrative Board, Lay Minister, Commission on Outreach, Nominating Committee, Soup Kitchen Co-Captain, and served for thirteen years as the Associate Chaplain at St. John Towers where she taught a weekly bible class. The City of Augusta honored Mrs. Dicks with the Outstanding Citizenship Award for a lifetime of charitable works. She was preceded in death by her son, Thomas Theodore Dicks, Sr. Survivors include her two daughters, Anne Gonzalez of Marietta, Georgia, and Merry Kuharsky of Greenville, South Carolina; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and her brother, Harold Merry of Eliot, Maine. Pallbearers will be David Dicks, Derek Hart, Edward Allen, Andrew Kuharsky, Justin Kuharsky, and Luis Gonzalez. The family requests that memorials be made to the Memorial Fund at St. John United Methodist Church or to St. John Towers. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, Ga. 30904 706-733-3636
Clyde W. Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Clyde W. Jones age 82, husband of Mrs. Frances Marian Freeland Jones entered into rest on Monday October 16, 2006 at University Hospital. Graveside services will be held on Thursday October 19, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Westover Memorial Park with Dr. Kevin Steele officiating. Survivors include: one son, Ferrell Lee Jones and his wife Diane of Tabor City, NC, two daughters, Tonya Jones Ligon and husband Fred of Martinez, and Tamblyn Jones Lariscey and husband Billy of Hephzibah. Grandchildren, Ferrell Lee Jones Jr. and wife Angie and Brendan H. Jones and wife Angela of Tabor City,NC, Stephen Turner Holton of Evans and Alicia Holton Howland and husband Brad of James Island, SC and Dalton Cole Lariscey of Hephzibah. Great grandchildren, Ferrell Lee Jones III, Savannah Grace Jones and Raegan Jones all of Tabor City ,NC., and Mary Cason Holton of Evans. Mr. Jones was a Methodist and the owner of Ready Motors on Broad St. in Augusta until his retirement. He will be missed by his family and friends. Donations may be made to the National Hills Baptist Church Building Fund at 2725 Washington Rd. Augusta,GA 30909 or to the American Heart Association at 1105-D Furys Ln. Martinez,GA 30907. Platts Funeral Home 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, Ga. 30904 706-733-3636.
Lydia Marvin (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered eternal rest with Christ on Tuesday, October 17, 2006, Mrs. Lydia Speights Marvin, 88, wife of Mr. Joseph "Joe" Marvin, Sr., of 1029 Wildwood Road, Aiken, SC. Mrs. Marvin was born at Bennetts Point, SC to the late Isaac and Evie Johnson Speights. She was a homemaker and a member of First Alliance Church and the Alliance Women's Organization. Surviving are three daughters and their husbands, Rebecca and Thomas Plonk - Columbia, SC, Louisa and Rick Benton - Cayce, SC and Sara and Larry Ebaugh - Kent, Washington; two sons and their wives, Joseph "Dave" and Bobbie Marvin, Jr. - Aiken, SC and Ed S. and Amanita Marvin - Finland; one brother, Ikey Speights - Mt. Pleasant, SC; twenty-one grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Funeral services will be on Friday at 4 o'clock in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Robert Thomas officiating. The interment will be on Sunday at 4 o'clock p.m. in the Stokes Cemetery, Hendersonville, SC. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Detachment # 939 Aiken Marine Corps League. The family prefers that memorials may be made to: First Alliance Church-For Missions, 2801 Ingleside Drive, Augusta, GA 30909. Friends may call on Thursday evening from 6 until 8 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy.No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruby Brown (BATH, S.C.)
BATH, S.C. - Mrs. Ruby Lee Bland Brown, 72, of Rice Bottom Road entered into rest October 16, 2006 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Brown, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Old Storm Branch Baptist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Karen Deniece Bland, Bath; Janice Marie Brown (Leroy) Mosley and Loretta Maureen Brown (Walter) Hawes, Graniteville; a son, Fredrick Myron Bland, Clearwater; a sister, Elizabeth Bland Stevens, Beech Island; a brother, Lavern Junior Bland, Bath; two aunts, Maeola Moment, North Augusta and Cornelia Butler Clearwater; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence of her sister, 30 Huckabee Street, Beech Island. G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Lillie Mae Cobb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Lillie Mae Cobb, of 512 Downing Street, entered into rest on October 11, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital of Augusta. Funeral service will be Thursday, October 19, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Friendship Baptist Church in Appling, Ga. She was a native of Columbia County and a faithful member of the Rehoboth Baptist Church until her health failed. She was the wife of the late Tom Cobb, Sr., to this union seven children (three preceded in death). She leaves to cherish her memories two daughters, Maggie Jennings of Augusta, Ga. and Effie McGruder of Los Angeles, CA; two sons Tom (Pete) Cobb of Appling, Ga. and Eugene Cobb of Los Angeles, CA; two sisters-in-law, Beatrice Tutt and Amelia Cobb, both of Augusta, Ga. Friends may call at the residence of Maggie Jennings, 512 Downing Street, Augusta, Ga. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800s. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marion G. Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Marion G. Brown, 54, of Hephzibah, entered in to rest Monday, October 16, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. A native of Wiesbaden, Germany, she was a daughter of Helene Engel of Germany and the late Frank Gieseke, and had lived in the Augusta area for the last 12 years. She enjoyed boating and fishing. Surviving, in addition to her mother, is her husband, Willie C. Brown; two children, Markus Hill and his wife, Joslin, of Augusta, and Tanja Handrick and her husband, Rainer, of Wiesbaden, Germany; three grandchildren, Kalani Hill, and Vanessa and Travis Handrick; three step-children, Valerie and Tirece Malone, both of Milwaukee, WI, and LaTonya Vance of Jacksonville, TN; and several brothers and sisters living in Germany. The funeral will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, October 21, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes - South Chapel with Rev. Dr. Michael Davenport officiating. The family will receive friends 6-8:00PM Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909. Poteet Funeral Homes - South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA 30906 - 706-798-8886. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Viola Anthony Harris (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Viola Anthony Harris, 85, formerly of Hazel Street entered into rest Monday, October 16, 2006 at Amara Healthcare and Rehab Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are four nephews, Deacon Charles (Patricia) Anthony, Augusta, John Thomas Anthony, Atlanta, Ga., Herbert Corker, Augusta and Louis Corker, Los Angeles, Calif; niece, Laverne Brannon, Augusta. Friends may call at the residence of her nephew, Deacon Charles Anthony, 2210 Bungalow Road. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Harold H. Norvell (SUMMERVILLE, S.C.)
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. - Harold H. Norvell entered into eternal rest on October 14, 2006 at the Summerville Medical Center Hospital. He was 84 years of age. Graveside Services and interment will be held at Westover Memorial park in Augusta, GA on October 18, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Norvell enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on 1940 and was a veteran of World War II in the Pacific Theatre. He flew 52 strikes, observations and photographic missions with the Navy Patrol Squadron 3. Among other decorations, he was awarded the Air Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight missions. He retired after 22 years of combined active and reserve duties as Lieutenant Colonel. He continued to serve as commanding officer with the 53rd Rifle Company at the Charleston Naval Base. He was an outstanding marksman and avid big game hunter. He worked as a contract photographer for Time-Life Books and Entomological Display Photography in the fly fishing industry. Upon retirement from active duty, Mr. Norvell opened a photographic retail business in Charleston, Norvell's Camera Exchange. Mr. Norvell is survived by a brother, J. Fleming Norvell, a son, Harold H. Norvell, two grandsons, Hamilton Harrelson and Huger Harrelson, three nephews, James F. Norvell, Jr., Frank W. Norvell, Pierce Marks III and two Melinda Marks Murphy, and Jennifer Norvell Farell, and a former wife and loving friend Brigitte Arndt. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Association, Augusta Chapter, Kimberly Ross-Maison, 1899 Central Avenue, Augusta, Georgia 30904. Dyal Funeral Home, Summerville, SC in charge of arrangements Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Avenue, Augusta, Georgia, 30904.
Octavia Thompkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Octavia Thompkins of Hollis Road entered into rest on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Beverly Manor Convalescent Center. Funeral service will be held Thursday, October 19, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Ross Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Gordon Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Southview Cemetery. She was a native of Richmond County, Ga., a member of Ross Grove Baptist Church, a graduate of Lucy Craft Laney High School and was employed by the V.A. Medical Center until her retirement. Survivors are three sons, Kirk (Jacqueline) Thompkins, Reginald Thompkins, Augusta, and Bennie Thompkins, Denver, Colorado; two sisters, Dorothy Bing, Delores Leverett, Augusta; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Miriam Merry Dicks (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Mrs. Miriam Merry Dicks, widow of Mr. Thomas T. Dicks, Sr., died on October 16, 2006, at the age of ninety-two, in Greenville, South Carolina. She had lived there in an assisted living facility for six months so her daughter Merry could better care for her. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John United Methodist Church in Augusta, Georgia, with Reverend Gary DeMore, Senior Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Visitation services will take place at Platt's Funeral Home on Crawford Avenue on Friday, October 20, 2006, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Mrs. Dicks was born in Athens, Georgia, the daughter of Milton Howard Merry and Roberta Dobbins Merry. She moved to Augusta in 1936 and worked for several years as a secretary and bookkeeper before starting her family. She was active in St. John United Methodist Church as a teacher, youth worker, president of the Woman's Society of Christian Services, president of the Eakes Bible Class, former member of the Administrative Board, Lay Minister, Commission on Outreach, Nominating Committee, Soup Kitchen Co-Captain, and served for thirteen years as the Associate Chaplain at St. John Towers where she taught a weekly bible class. The City of Augusta honored Mrs. Dicks with the Outstanding Citizenship Award for a lifetime of charitable works. Survivors include her two daughters, Anne Gonzalez of Marietta, Georgia, and Merry Kuharsky of Greenville, South Carolina; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and her brother, Harold Merry of Eliot, Maine. Pallbearers will be David Dicks, Derek Hart, Edward Allen, Andrew Kuharsky, Justin Kuharsky, and Luis Gonzalez. The family requests that memorials be made to the Memorial Fund at St. John United Methodist Church or to St. John Towers. Platt's Funeral Home 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, Ga. 30904 706-733-3636
A. Felson Andrews (DEEPSTEP, Ga.)
DEEPSTEP, Ga. - Mr. A. Felson Andrews, age 91, of Deepstep, died Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at the Washington County Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 20th at 11:00am at the May and Smith Funeral Directors Chapel with burial in Washington County Memorial Gardens. Rev. Griffin Thompson and Rev. Bruce Vaughn will officiate. Pallbearers will be Travis Andrews, John David Carpenter, Mike Abbott, Daryle Lanier, Chris Palmer, Ric Aikman and Brandon Lindsey. Mr. Andrews was born in Washington County the son of the late John Robert Andrews and the late Lola Belle Veal Andrews. He is predeceased by two sisters Caroll Ramsey and Eloise Pearce. Survivors are his wife of 69 years Mrs. Mary Pearce Andrews of Deepstep; children, Pierce Andrews (Joyce) of Conyers, Phyllis A. Carpenter (John), Uldena A. Denton (Albert), and Allen Andrews (Kyla) all of Deepstep; nine grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; brothers, James H. Andrews of Deepstep and Robert Andrews (Shirley) of Hamilton OH., and a sister Betty A. Welch (Donald) of Augusta. The family will be at the Andrews residence 20 Hall Dr. Deepstep and will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8pm at the May and Smith Funeral Directors 1119 Riddleville Rd. Sandersville. Donations may be made to the Deepstep United Methodist Men's Club C/O Bernard Doolittle 5960 W. Hwy. 24, Sandersville, GA. 31082. May and Smith Funeral Directors, Sandersville, is in charge of these arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lausie Coleman (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Lausie Lee Slater Coleman will be today at 2 p.m. in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery. Surviving are three sons, Joe M. Coleman, Jimmy Coleman and Johnnie B. Coleman and a daughter, Jane Walker. Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Anna Timmerman ( DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Entered into rest at the residence of her niece in Dearing, GA, Mrs. Anna Belle Timmerman, wife of the late Thomas LaFayett Timmerman. Mrs. Timmerman was a native of Augusta, the daughter of the late William Franklin Sargent and Queenie Hadden Sargent. She lived in Augusta all of her life and was a member of the First Southern Methodist Church. Survivors include her sister, Elizabeth Davis of Appling, GA; nieces, Bonnie D. Phillips of Spokan WA, Particia Agner of Dearing, GA, Cora Christopherson of Appling, GA, Kay Alford of Katy, TX, Linda Stephens of Atlanta, GA and Kellie Tice of Evans, GA; nephews, Dr. Benjamin Timmerman of Augusta and Lonnie T. Davis of Nashville, TN. Funeral services will be conducted from Thomas Poteet & Son Chapel on Thursday, October 19, 2006, 3:00 PM, with Rev. Freddie L. McCain and Rev. Bob Matthews officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Watson, Darrell Watson, Chris Buzzell, Larry Agner and Tome Christopheson. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Anna Belle Timmerman, to the Augusta Rescue Mission, 526 Walker St. Augusta, GA 30901. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service on Thursday at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Weona Eslinger (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Entered into rest Monday, night, October 16, 2006 at National Healthcare, North Augusta, SC, Mrs. Weona "Skeet" Eslinger, 84, of Clearwater, SC, wife of the late Mr. Ralph O. Eslinger. The family has asked that memorials be made to the Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene, Children's Department, P.O. Box 645, Clearwater, SC 29822. Funeral services will be held this afternoon, October 19, 2006 at 4 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC with Pastor John Faircloth and Pastor Pennye Duncan officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Friends may call at the residence of Mable Fulmer, 306 Birch St., North Augusta, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy., 1, Langley, SC
Tawana Hopkins (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Ms. Tawana Sarice Hopkins, age 35, of Swainsboro, entered into rest at St. Joseph's Hospital. Funeral services for Ms. Hopkins will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the Greater St. James Baptist Church in Swainsboro with Rev. Eugene Davis presiding and Pastor Bennie Brinson officiating. Interment will follow in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. Reno Tapley Mortuary in charge of arrangements of services.
Marie Walker (APPLING, Ga.)
APPLING, Ga. - Mrs. Marie Reid Walker entered into rest on October 18, 2006. She was born in July, 1910. She is survived by family members, Jessie, John and Alanna Blodgett, Jessica and Jamie Burkhalter, Rhett Lees, Judy Almand and her three sons. She enjoyed growing hanging baskets and crochet. She was raised in Leah, Ga. and lived most of her adult life in Grovetown. She was a resident of Lake Crossing Health Center. Graveside services will be held Friday, October 20, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Bellevue Memorial Gardens with Pastor Randy Byrd officiating. Family and friends are welcome at 858 Lake Royal Drive, Grovetown, after the services. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Cassie Bell Stevens (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Cassie Bell Stevens, 57, wife of Johnny Stevens, Jr., entered into rest Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Private graveside services will be held in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Other survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Jean and Peter Hull of Athens, GA; brother and sister-in-law, Patrick and Kathryn Keen of North Augusta; nieces, Kimberly Grant of Lincolnton, GA and Tracy Proud of Germany; grandchild, Kristen A. Hull. Mrs. Stevens, the daughter of the late Rudolph and Mary Helen Keen, was a lifelong resident of Augusta. She was a homemaker and a member of the New Life Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 108 W. Robinson Ave., Grovetown, GA 30813, or to Heartland Hospice, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret Watkins (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret Watkins of Williston Road entered into rest on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 19, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Beech Island with Rev. Christopher Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Remains will lie in state at the church 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 1:30 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Clara Sheffield (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Clara L. Roberts Sheffield, age 90, died Tuesday, October 17, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah. The Bulloch County native was a homemaker and a member of Memorial Baptist Church in Sylvania. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emery Lee Sheffield and son, Ernest Lee Sheffield. Survivors include daughter and son-In-Law, Katherine S. and Ed Cubbedge of Rincon; sons and daughters-In-Law, John Frederick and Betty Sheffield of Rocky Ford, Von and Myrtle Sheffield of Atlanta, Wade Dell and Irene Sheffield of Jeffersonville, IN, and James M. "Ricky" and Judy Sheffield of Atlanta; daughter-in-law, Charlotte Sheffield of Statesboro; 21 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Visitation: Thursday, October 19, 2006, 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Funeral Services at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 20, 2006, at Thompson-Strickland-Waters Chapel with Rev. Don Scarborough and Rev. Wade DellSheffield officiating. Interment at Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers: Grandsons. Honorary Pallbearers: Sunday School Class at Memorial Baptist Church of Sylvania. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. 912-564-2331. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Anna Timmerman ( DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Entered into rest at the residence of her niece in Dearing, GA, Mrs. Anna Belle Timmerman, wife of the late Thomas LaFayett Timmerman. Mrs. Timmerman was a native of Augusta, the daughter of the late William Franklin Sargent and Queenie Hadden Sargent. She lived in Augusta all of her life and was a member of the First Southern Methodist Church. Survivors include her sister, Elizabeth Davis of Appling, GA; nieces, Bonnie D. Phillips of Spokan WA, Patricia Agner of Dearing, GA, Cora Christopherson of Appling, GA, Kay Alford of Katy, TX, Linda Stephens of Atlanta, GA and Kellie Tice of Evans, GA; nephews, Dr. Benjamin Timmerman of Augusta and Lonnie T. Davis of Nashville, TN. Funeral services will be conducted from Thomas Poteet & Son Chapel (today) Thursday, October 19, 2006, 3:00 PM, with Rev. Freddie L. McCain and Rev. Bob Matthews officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Watson, Darrell Watson, Chris Buzzell,Larry Agner and Tome Christopheson. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Anna Belle Timmerman, to the Augusta Rescue Mission, 526 Walker St. Augusta, GA 30901. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service (today) at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Lillian Skinner (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mrs. Lillian Smith Garrett Skinner, 92, of Washington, died October 18, 2006. She was a native of St. Louis, Mo. and the daughter of the late Charles Irvin Smith and Lillian McCleskey Smith. She was predeceased in death by husbands, Enoch Garrett and Jacob Skinner. Mrs. Skinner was a member of Washington First Baptist Church, the Woman's Club and DAR. Graveside services will be Friday at 11:00 a.m. in Resthaven Cemetery. Survivors include daughter, Marian Garrett Confer, LaHerradura, Spain; son and daughter-in-law, Bobby and Ree Garrett, Sandersville, Ga.; granddaughters, Susan Garrett Cato, Sandersville and Elizabeth Garrett, Venice, Calif. and sister, Elaine Smith Sliver, Phoeniz, Ariz. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday at 10:00 a.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Washington-Wilkes Animal Shelter, 358 Brown Drive, Washington, Ga. 30673. Hopkins Funeral Home in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barney Richardson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Barney DeWayne Richardson will be on Friday at 2 o'clock p.m. in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Surviving is a son, DeWayne Richardson; a daughter, Melinda Claeys and a sister, Catherine Mendelson. Friends may call Thursday from 5 until 7 p.m. at Hatcher Funeral Home, Langley SC.
G. Lennard Gold MD (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - A Funeral Mass for Dr. G. Lennard Gold, MD, 78, of Aiken, will be celebrated on Saturday, October 21, 2006 at 10am at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Aiken. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Aiken. Visitation will be on Friday, October 20, 2006, from 7-9pm at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave. SW Aiken, SC. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to see the complete obituary and to sign the online condolence register.
Ruby Lee Brown (BATH, S.C.)
BATH, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Lee Bland Brown will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 21, 2006 at Old Storm Branch Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Irvin officiating. Friends may call at the residence of Elizabeth Stevens, 30 Huckabee Street. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Lydia Marvin (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Lydia Marvin, wife of Mr. Joe Marvin will be Friday at 4 p.m. in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel. The interment will be 4 p.m. Sunday in the Stokes Cemetery, Hendersonville, SC. Surviving are children, Rebecca Plonk, Louisa Benton and Sara Ebaugh, Joseph "Dave" Marvin, Jr. and Ed S. Marvin and one brother, Ikey Speights. Friends may call this evening from 6 until 8 at Hatcher Funeral Home, Langley, SC.,
Mary Durham (MACON, Ga.)
MACON, Ga. - Mary Louise Durham, 84, died Monday October 16, 2006. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Callaway Funeral Home on 208 N. Rhodes Street in Union Point. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2006 from the First Presbyterian Church in Union Point. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Callaway Funeral Home of Union Point is in charge of arrangements.
Alta Ruth Pinckney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Alta Ruth Pinckney of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. entered into rest Thursday, October 12, 2006 at the residence. Funeral service will be held Friday, October 20, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Springfield Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. E.T. Martin officiating. Burial will be at Cedar Grove Cemetery. Mrs. Pinckney was a native of Barnesville, Ga. She taught school in Burke Co. School. She was a beautician and later retired from Youth Development Center as a Youth Counselor. Mrs. Pinckney was a member of the Springfield Baptist Church where she served for many years as pianist and organist, a member of the Deaconess Board. She served as pianist at Mount Calvary Baptist Church for eight years. Survivors are one daughter, Janie Lacy, Augusta; four grandchildren, Lori Smith, Virginia Beach, Va., William Linyear, Richmond, Va., Kimberly Lacy, Augusta and Joyvette Lacy, Orlando, Fla.; two sisters, Dorothy (Fred) Cummings and Ruby Green, Augusta; caretaker, Carrie Bell Washington; two godchildren, Allegra Simmons, Gerod Johnson, Augusta; four great-grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Springfield Baptist Church. The family will receive friends this evening from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Edmund B. Hayes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, October 16, 2006 in Thomson, Ga., Mr. Edmund James Hayes Sr., husband of the late Mildred B. Hayes. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors: 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, Ga. 30907
Laura Sturman (OXFORD, Ga.)
OXFORD, Ga. - Mrs. Laura Branham Sturman died Tuesday October 17, 2006 after a short illness from complications of pneumonia. A native of Newton Co., Mrs. Sturman was born in Oxford on November 15, 1915. Her continuing education culminated with graduating from University Hospital School of Nursing in Augusta, GA in 1944. Mrs. Sturman retired from the VA hospital in Augusta, GA in 1976 after 30 years of nursing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elliot Warren Sturman; her brother, J. Hope Branham, and her sister, Sara Branham Watts. She is survived by her son: Elliot Flournoy Sturman of Augusta, GA; nieces: Mrs. Jaynie Branham Brown of Covington, GA and Mrs. Cheryl Branham Patino of Killeen, TX and great-nieces Jessica and Erica Patino, also of Killeen, TX. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday October 20, 2006 at Oxford Historical Cemetery with Dr. Alan Posey and Reverend Sean Nix officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Oxford Baptist Church or the American Cancer Society. J. C. Harwell & Sons is in charge of the arrangements. (770) 786-2524 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barney Richardson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered into rest on Tuesday, October 17, 2006, Mr. Barney DeWayne Richardson, 68, husband of the late Mrs. Linda Lott Richardson, of 200 Cherokee Drive, North Augusta, SC. He was preceded in death by his brother, John "J.W." Richardson and a sister, Wynelle Maddolin. Mr. Richardson, was born in Statesboro, GA. to the late Walter F. and Ola Ellis Richardson. He retired from Kimberly-Clark as a commercial truck driver and he attended Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene. Surviving is a son and his wife, DeWayne and Tina Richardson, Aiken, SC; a daughter and her husband, Melinda and John Claeys, Evans, GA; a sister, Catherine Mendelson, Cranbury, NJ and four grandchildren, Catie Claeys, John Paul Claeys, Hannah Richardson and Keifer Richardson. Funeral services will be on Friday at 2 o'clock p.m. in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ronnie Duncan officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be James Cosnahan, Fred Thomason, Harvey Day, Charles Pierce, Bobby Chauncey and Dewey Myers. Bobby Brantley will be an honorary pallbearer. Friends may call on Thursday evening from 5 until 7 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
J.L. 'Mack' McIver (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Jewel L. "Mack" McIver, 82, of Atomic Road, Jackson, SC, who died October 16, 2006, will be conducted this Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the First Baptist Church of Jackson. Dr. Kenneth Klingler officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Cemetery with Veteran's Honors. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Jackson Front Fund, P.O. Box 130, Jackson, SC 29831 Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Jimmy Collins (OLAR, S.C.)
OLAR, S.C. - Jimmy Riley Collins, Sr., 75, died Monday. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Green Branch Pentecostal Holiness Church with burial in South End Cemetery, Bamberg. The family will receive friends from six to eight p.m. Wednesday at Folk Funeral Home, Williston. Mr. Collins was born in Barnwell County, a son of the late Willie and Rosa Long Collins. He was a farmer and also worked for Westinghouse in Hampton, SC. He was a member of Bell's Chapel Pentecostal Holiness Church where he served as a deacon, on the church board, and was a former Sunday School Superintendent. Survivors include his wife Rose Bell Collins; a daughter Linda Collins; sons Jimmy R. Collins, Jr., Terry L. Collins, Dennis D. Collins, Sr., Mark A. Collins, and Dennis D. Collins, Jr.; sisters Willie Lou Adair, Phoebe Widener, Vivian Etterle, Melba Ann Pugh, and Ima Ayer; twelve grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son Randall Gene Collins, sisters, Odie Fail, Nellie Ruth Croft, and Mary Holiday and an adopted brother Johnny Holiday. The family has requested that memorials be sent to Bell's Chapel Building Fund, P.O. Box 651, Allendale, SC 29810. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frances Westbrook (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Frances Westbrook, beloved wife of the late David Clinton Westbrook, entered into rest Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at University Hospital. Graveside services will be held at Piney Grove Baptist Cemetery, Friday, October 20, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. with Reverend Julius Turner and Reverend Nevil Smith officiating. The family requests that friends assemble at the graveside. Survivors include her son, C.L. "Bubba" (Sara) Westbrook, Waynesboro; daughters, Mary Lee (Albert) Langley, North Augusta, S.C. and Faye Winters, Hephzibah; grandchildren, Jon Winters, Tony Winters, Janet (Jim) Wells, Jerry (Sissy) Winters, Donna Winters, Carla (Brian) McFeely, David (Pam) Westbrook, Marion Westbrook, Fran Westbrook, Holly Langley, Cheryl (David) McCary and Lisa (Bubba) Mathis; 13 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. If so desired, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 1105-D Fury's Lane, Augusta, Ga. 30907 or the American Kidney Fund, 7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20814. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Marvin Lokey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Marvin "Bo" Lokey age 77, beloved husband of Mrs. Myrtle Lokey, of Augusta, formerly of Thomson, died Monday October 16, 2006 in The Beverly Manor convalescent center of Augusta. Graveside services will be held 3:00 PM Thursday October 19, 2006 in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Rev. Brent Turner officiating. Mr. Lokey was a native of Washington, GA a son of the late James Frederick and Ila Farr Lokey, He was a retired Postmaster with more than 34 years of service with the U.S. Postal service retiring in 1990. Mr. Lokey was a member of Thomson Presbyterian Church for 45 years where he served as a Deacon. He was a former member of the Thomson country club, and the Thomson Jaycees and was a Mason. He loved playing golf and fishing at the farm with his son-in-law Tracy, and grandsons Tray and Zach. Mr. Lokey was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Mary Fannie L. Rautenberg, Blanche L. Young, Florence L. Candler and Christine L. Wall and is survived by wife of 55 years Mrs. Myrtle Dixon Lokey of Augusta; daughter, Susan L Middlebrooks, of Augusta; son-in-law, Tracy W. Middlebrooks, Jr. M.D., of Augusta; two grandsons and wives, Tracy (Tray) W. and Cathy Middlebrooks, III of Alpharetta, GA, James Zachary (Zach) and Melissa Middlebrooks of Alpharetta, GA; granddaughter, Mary Amanda Middlebrooks of Augusta; sister, Louise L. Williams of Washington; one very special niece, Candace L. Williams of Augusta; three nephews, Charlie Candler, of Thomson, Randy Young, of Washington, and Fred Young, of Tennessee; great-granddaughter, Charlotte Paige Middlebrooks, and great-grandson, James Austin Middebrooks both of Alpharetta, GA. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Parkinson Association, American Heart Association or to the charity of one's choice. The Lokey family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday October 18, 2006 at the funeral home. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Valerie Gregory (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Valerie Byrd Gregory of Strother Drive entered into rest Thursday, October 12, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Graveside service will be held Friday, October 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Walker Memorial Park with Pastor Millard Byrd officiating. Mrs. Gregory was a native of Boston, Mass. She was employed at the IGA grocery store. Survivors are one daughter, Tammie Byrd, Augusta; mother, Mary Byrd, Cheraw, S.C.; two sisters, Stephanie (David) Davis, Waynesboro, Ga. and Stacy Robinson, Ruby, S.C.; three brothers, Bruce Byrd, Augusta, Warren Byrd, Cheraw, S.C. and Robert Maldonado; one grandchild; and other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dwaine Pinkston (WARTHEN, Ga.)
WARTHEN, Ga. - Mr. Dwaine Pinkston, Highway 15 North, Warthen, died on Sunday, October 15, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2006 from St. Paul C.M.E. Church of Sparta, Ga. with Rev. G.R. Dean officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Lee Williamson (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
WARRENVILLE, S.C. - Funeral services for Master Devin Lee Williamson, who died Sunday, morning will be held this afternoon at 3 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC. Interment will follow in Warrenville Cemetery, Warrenville, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC.
Weona Eslinger (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Entered into rest Monday, night, October 16, 2006 at National Healthcare, North Augusta, SC, Mrs. Weona "Skeet" Eslinger, 84, of Clearwater, SC, wife of the late Mr. Ralph O. Eslinger. Born in and a lifelong resident of Aiken County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Mattie Jennings Palmer. She retired from Seminole Mills. Skeet, as she was affectionately known, was a member of Clearwater First Baptist Church and enjoyed traveling. She is survived by a brother, Clarence Edward Palmer, Clearwater, SC; nieces, Mable Palmer Fulmer, North Augusta, SC and Letitia Palmer Wheatley, (David) Appling, GA; nephews, Chris Palmer, (Kay) Graniteville, SC and Chip Palmer, (Pat) North Augusta, SC and several great-nieces and nephews. The family has asked that memorials be made to the Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene, Children's Department, P.O. Box 645, Clearwater, SC 29822. Funeral services will be held Thursday, afternoon,October 19, 2006 at 4 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC with Pastor John Faircloth and Pastor Pennye Duncan officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Granitevile, SC. Pallbearers will be David Wheatley, Jr, Robert Beard, II, Brian Ray, Jason Palmer, Lyn Palmer, and Howard Antram. Friends may call at the residence of Mable Fulmer, 306 Birch St., North Augusta, SC or Wednesday, evening, October 18, 2006 from 7 until 9 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy., 1, Langley, SC Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Sarah Hill (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Miss Sarah Rachael Hill, entered into rest on Monday October 16, 2006 at Lake Crossing Health Center, in Appling, GA. No visitation or Memorial services are to be scheduled. Miss Hill was a native of Bremen, GA, (Haralson County), had been a resident of Martinez, GA for 24 years and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Evans, GA. Miss Hill was preceded in death by her parents, Edward D. Hill and Edith Robinson Hill and by her brother in law, C. R. Davis. She is survived by her sister, Juanita H. Davis, of Martinez, GA. It is requested that Memorials be made to the First Baptist Church of Evans, 515 N Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809, 706-860-6166 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Leo John Suer ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest at the VA Medical Center on Tuesday, October 17, 2006, Mr. Leo John Suer, Sr., 78, beloved husband of Vesta Pitre Suer. Mr. Suer was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA until his evacuation due to hurricane Katrina a year and a half ago. He served his country during WWII in the United States Army. He retired from American Standard and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughter; Evelyn Capelle of New Orleans, LA, his son; Leo John Suer, JR. of Dearing, GA, nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The funeral Mass will be celebrated on, Friday, October 20, 2006, 11:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic. Interment will follow at the Alleluia Community Cemetery in Dearing, GA The family request in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to: The Alleluia Community, 2819 Peach Orchard Rd. Augusta, GA 30906 Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret Hall (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret Lybrand Hall, 81, of Aiken, died Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday in the Shellhouse Funeral Home chapel. Interment will follow in Aiken Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Wednesday night at Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
Dorothy May Wiethop (MODOC, S.C.)
MODOC, S.C. - Memorial Services for Mrs. Dorothy May Wiethop, 88, of Forrest Drive, Modoc, SC, who died October 15, 2006, will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Modoc First Baptist Church. Rev. Robert Patton officiating. Interment will be private. Mrs. Wiethop was a native of St. Louis, MO, having made Modoc her recent home. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Rose Neulist and two brothers, Herbert Neulist and Clarence Neulist. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Larry Allen and Norma Wiethop; a daughter and son-in-law, Pamela Rose and George Hill; seven grandchildren, Stacey Sery, St. Peters, MO, Joshua Wiethop, Anderson, SC, Graham Hill, Amy Hill, both of Jacksonville, FL, Anna Bailey, Murfreesboro, TN, Dawn Kellam, Plainfield, IL and Christopher Griffin, Jerseyville, IL; twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. The family will receive friends following the service. 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
Julia McKerley (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Julia Hadwin McKerley, 81, died Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at the Barnwell Co. Hospital. Mrs. McKerley was born in Augusta. She was the daughter of the late James and Mary Ann Spires Hadwin. She was a member of the Barnwell First Baptist Church. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the Mole Funeral Home with Brian Reardon officiating. Survivors include three daughters, Rachel (Dewitt) Zorn of Barnwell, Janice, (Beech) Moon of Townsend, Ga., Lisa (Ben) Sumrell of Mt. Pleasant, S.C.; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mole Funeral Home, 803-259-3166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Aquilla Robertson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. today at Old Rosemary Baptist Church with Rev. Henry Curry officiating. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence, 119 Kellogg Drive at 1:15 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken (803) 648-0134.
Octavia Thompkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Valerie Gregory (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Lausie Coleman (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
G. Lennard Gold MD (AIKEN, S.C.)
Anna Timmerman ( DEARING, Ga.)
Cassie Bell Stevens (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Tawana Hopkins (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Margaret Watkins (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Lausie Coleman (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
Lee Williamson (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
Willie James Martin (THOMSON, Ga.)
Joe Miller Mays (PERKINS, Ga.)
J.L. 'Mack' McIver (JACKSON, S.C.)
Marion G. Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Barney Richardson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Anna Timmerman ( DEARING, Ga.)
Lillie Mae Cobb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Miriam Merry Dicks (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
Miriam Merry Dicks (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
Alta Ruth Pinckney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Barney Richardson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Viola Anthony Harris (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dorothy May Wiethop (MODOC, S.C.)
Edmund B. Hayes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Grover C. Kendall (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Margaret Watkins (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
A. Felson Andrews (DEEPSTEP, Ga.)
Lillian Skinner (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Ira Ferguson (GRANITEVILLE, S.C.)
Clara Sheffield (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Frances Westbrook (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Julia McKerley (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Aquilla Robertson (AIKEN, S.C.)
James Marvin Lokey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Weona Eslinger (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
James C. Rainey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Weona Eslinger (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
Octavia Thompkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Soloman McKinney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Harold H. Norvell (SUMMERVILLE, S.C.)
Grover C. Hollowell ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dwaine Pinkston (WARTHEN, Ga.)
Viola Anthony Harris (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Rally catapults China to world championship
Chinese women come through in stunning fashion
Women past, present will be museum's focus
Pacers enjoy ranking, still have work to do
Verdict goes to Pacers in finale
Area announcements
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Overtime
In Scarsdale, N.Y., transfer Matt Burroughs led seventh-ranked USC Aiken to its first victory of the 2006-07 season.
Overtime
In Aiken, Melissa Sage birdied two of the final three holes to shoot 1-over-par 73 and take the first-round lead in the Women's Eastern Senior Championship at Houndslake Country Club.
Verdict goes to Pacers in finale
AIKEN - Missy Deardorff and Mandy Gerolstein admit they have the best of both worlds.
Rally catapults China to world championship
AARHUS, Denmark - Message delivered. Message received.
Pacers enjoy ranking, still have work to do
It's not every day the USC Aiken men's soccer team cracks the national poll. OK, it has never happened before.
Chinese women come through in stunning fashion
AARHUS, Denmark - The only team with an outside chance to topple the Americans did just that.
Evans brings banner home
A final showdown between Evans and Greenbrier in the Area 2-AAAA Championship match on Tuesday wasn't like any ordinary volleyball match.
Women past, present will be museum's focus
NEW YORK - Wimbledon trophies, Olympic figure skates and NASCAR helmets will be on display at the first hall of fame museum dedicated to women's sports.
Redskins will go without Rogers
ASHBURN, Va. - Washington Redskins cornerback Carlos Rogers' broken thumb will keep the Augustan out of Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts, further depleting a struggling secondary as it prepares to face one of the top passing offenses in the league.
Billick fires Fassel from Ravens' staff
Jim Fassel was fired as offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday, a move designed by coach Brian Billick to get more firepower from the league's 28th-ranked attack.
A Bear for the dramatic
CHICAGO - Charles Tillman stood with both arms raised, while Devin Hester collapsed and pointed toward the sky. Over on the sideline, players and coaches bounced as if they were on trampolines, fists pumping and wide smiles crossing their faces as the opposing kicker missed a potential winning field goal.
Augusta-area favorite Aaron Tippin returns
Augusta-area favorite Aaron Tippin returns
You'd think country music performer Aaron Tippin would go ahead and buy a house around here, because he seems to be so popular with Augusta-area fans.
Calendar
The Del McCoury Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Imperial Theatre on Broad Street.
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Post happenings
Post Happenings lists events, programs and other community notices from Fort Gordon. Send information to Fort Gordon Calendar, attention Ryan Wehmeyer, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Weapons program helps prepare signal soldiers for combat situations
In peacetime, Signal Corps soldiers from Fort Gordon were able to focus on setting up and maintaining communications equipment. Advanced weapons training wasn't a high priority.
Restaurant ratings
The following is a listing of restaurant ratings by the Richmond County Department of Environmental Health. Listed are the restaurant name, address, inspection date and the establishment's score (out of a perfect 100):
Fort Discovery gets jump on National Chemistry Week
National Chemistry Week begins Sunday across the nation, but Fort Discovery started celebrating a week early.
Helping the children
A team of soldiers from the 345th Military Intelligence Battalion at Fort Gordon recently donated school supplies to a newly built elementary school, Al Imam Primary School, in the Iraqi village of Bani Sa'ad.
Georgia farmers market
This is a list of commodities available at the Georgia Farmers Market, 1150 Fifth St. Prices and availability of produce are subject to change.
Across the river
Works by Nan Langner and Ellen Kochansky: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday through Oct. 27 at the Etherredge Center, 471 University Parkway, Aiken; (803) 641-3305
Studio teaches tang soo do to all ages
Robert Valentine has a lot of things planned for the residents who live near his Tobacco Road studio, or dojo.
Around the block
Tip Toes and Taps Studio will present a benefit dance concert, Hunger for Life VIII, at 7 p.m. Friday in the auditorium at Monte Sano Elementary School, 2165 Richmond Ave.
For the record
Superior Court sentencings, indictments, paroles and DUI sentencings.
Program helps pupils develop a healthy foundation
Ten-year-old Nativia Ray said she likes going to the McDuffie Woods Community Center after school, a fun alternative to simply going straight home like last year.
Dream Builders youth forum is opportunity for questions
Local leaders recently met with teens to discuss the needs and concerns of the community.
School lunches
School lunch menus for Richmond County schools.
Museum gets Laney speech tape for use in programs
Sandra Slates knew it was going to be big.
Recycling briefs
Brico Farms Inc. takes composting materials at its location at 824 Sand Bar Ferry Road for a $10 minimum processing fee per truckload.
Spouses, family members get firsthand experience of loved ones' military jobs
Rebecca Higgins had heard her husband talk about training at the 369th Signal Battalion's Forward Operating Base, and she'd even driven past there once. What went on there, she said, remained a mystery.
Patriotic Mixers
Two concrete-mixing trucks that honor the Army and Marine Corps are now part of Augusta Ready Mix's fleet of vehicles.
Milestones
Sarah Tate, of Augusta, turned 100 on Oct. 5. She has one daughter, Sandra, nine grandchildren, 63 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Reunions
The Westside High School Class of 1996 is seeking classmates for a 10-year reunion Friday-Saturday.
Studio teaches tang soo do to all ages
Program helps pupils develop a healthy foundation
Fort Discovery gets jump on National Chemistry Week
Museum gets Laney speech tape for use in programs
Dream Builders youth forum is opportunity for questions
Georgia Tech's Ball might go out like he started
Orphans have big roles in family films
Working with symphony allows Grant to rediscover old songs
Army launches action figures, puts real soldiers in play
Aiken is home to second Takosushi
Effort is there, but not the hits
ATHENS, Ga. - Since 2001, millions of Americans have turned on their televisions to watch such stress-out, gross-out antics as sitting in a tank of baby alligators and bobbing for rats.
Effort is there, but not the hits
Orphans have big roles in family films
Leapin' lizards! Is there anything quite as sad as an orphan?
Spurrier tips his visor to the fans
Spurrier tips his visor to the fans
COLUMBIA - South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier had another message for Gamecock fans Tuesday - but this time it was simply: "Thanks."
Even aces come in threes
It's never easy to make a hole-in-one, but apparently it helps to be in Jack Leone's group.
Carnival again brings hundreds of revelers to elementary school
Gardening ideas take root at show
In their spare time, librarians like to read
Redcliffe will conduct program in cemetery
Ministry counts on steak fundraiser to help finance programs for needy
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