Rants and raves
A rave to South Carolina for not moving the flag again. That flag does not offend the NAACP. They just want to keep trouble going. So keep it where it is, because it looks good there.
School board hopefuls field questions at education forum
Candidates in two contested school board races participated in an education forum Tuesday at Old Storm Branch Baptist Church in Clearwater.
North Augusta Hall of Fame honors sports enthusiasts
For the second straight year, the North Augusta Hall of Fame will honor five people for their contributions to sports.
Around the block
The Aiken Jaycees Western Carolina State Fair will continue through Saturday at the Aiken Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 1 North. Gates open at 5 p.m. weekdays and at noon weekends. Admission is $6 daily.
Seniors play games
Aiken resident Dick Grant recognized the sound of jubilation from the other side of Hole-N-One Miniature Golf and Games.
County's roads get a fall cleaning
Couches, refrigerators, a boat. Those are some of the items South Carolina Department of Transportation maintenance crews picked up in Aiken County during the agency's annual fall cleanup Sept. 11-15.
Photo: Region champions
The Fox Creek High School Lady Predators defeated Ridge Spring-Monetta 25-19, 25-23 and 25-18 last week to win the Region 4-A title and qualify for the state volleyball tournament, which begins Monday. Fox Creek improved its record to 7-2. In the match, Fox Creek's Lindsay Templeton served six aces, Devin Lacey hit six kills and Kristen Williams recorded 12 assists. The Lady Predators will have home-court advantage in the playoffs.
CSRA Bridge results
CSRA Bridge results for the October 9-15 Masterpoint Race
Library listings
Locations, operating hours, and contact information for libraries serving the Aiken County area.
Spotted in Carolina
For more photos. log on to The Augusta Chronicle's blog at spotted.augusta.com.
Police bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Oct. 5-13. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
Photos: Banding together
North Augusta High School band members Kendeshia Bates (from left), Jennifer Gunn and Cam Channell perform at the Bands Across the Savannah competition at North Augusta.
Calendar
The Aiken Community Playhouse presents Lying in State at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday
Calendar
Boshears Skyfest opens at 9 a.m. today at Daniel Field. Attractions include a history tent, carnival, military demonstrations, skydiving, displays, airplane and helicopter rides and more.
Literacy resources
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
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. Include the name and number of a contact person.
The history of SRS is the history of the nuclear age
In the past few years, many newcomers have moved into the area.
Reassessment cap could cost homeowners
The South Carolina General Assembly responded to cries for property tax relief from homeowners by crafting a two-part plan.
Health Calendar
The Health Calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures.
Five questions with Capt. Randy Mosley
Capt. Randy Mosley, of the North Augusta Department of Public Safety, is the program coordinator for Project Lifesaver of North Augusta/Aiken County Inc., a public safety program used to find missing persons who suffer from dementia-type disorders.
Pet of the week
Glenda, a 5-month-old mix, 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.
Reunions
The North Augusta High School Class of 1991 is seeking classmates for a 15-year reunion on Friday, November 24.
Photo: At the fair
Robert House, of Falmouth, Ky., who works for Paradise Amusements Inc., gets the horses on the carousel clean for the Western Carolina State Fair at the Aiken Fairgrounds. The fair, sponsored by the Aiken Jaycees, runs through Saturday.
Where we worship
Pastor Gerald Haynes leads a congregation of about 70 at the New Life Praise Tabernacle.
In our community
The Aiken Historical Society meets three times each year and includes about 150 members.
Personal report card shows some plusses and minuses
Well, the first nine weeks of my first year of teaching are over. I have so many emotions about how I think it went that it's difficult to articulate them. My mind is spinning, contemplating my successes and my weaknesses as a teacher.
Voices from the street
What promise would you make to the people if you were running for governor of the state?
Athlete Spotlight: Brett Godwin
Brett Godwin can think of no better way to end his football career at Midland Valley High School than by guiding his team deep into the state playoffs.
City of Aiken soccer standings
Soccer standings and results for City of Aiken youth soccer.
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: Helping the children
Helping the children
Lt. Col. Brett Hale, the commander of the 345th Military Intelligence Battalion at Fort Gordon, greets a pupil at Al Imam Primary School in the Iraqi village of Bani Sa'ad. A team of soldiers recently donated school and athletic supplies to the newly built elementary school.
Aiken County farmers market
The Aiken County Farmers Market, at Williamsburg Street and Richland Avenue, sells fresh produce daily, depending on weather, from about 8:30 a.m. until vendors are sold out. Call (803) 643-4660.
Costumes are big at Jack-o'-Lantern Jubilee
The highlight of the annual Jack-o'-Lantern Jubilee is probably the children's costume contest.
Meetings
The Aiken Toastmasters meet the first and third Thursday of every month at 6:45 p.m. at the H. Odell Weeks Activity Center.
Recreation calendar
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Recycling briefs
City of North Augusta Recycling Center, 101 Clay Pit Road, takes newspaper, cardboard, plastic bottles and milk jugs, glass and tin cans.
Fans scout for clear views of the World Series in Detroit
Detroit evens series
DETROIT - Now you see it. Now you don't.
Tigers trying to forget 2003
There was the night a rookie outfielder hit a grand slam for his first major league homer, but later tore up his knee and got taken off the field on a flatbed cart.
Cards fly right in opener
With the right rookie on the mound, it was the scrappy St. Louis Cardinals who looked sharp in the World Series.
Fans scout for clear views of the World Series in Detroit
DETROIT - For one fan, the choice was easy: Why plunk down a big chunk of change for a World Series ticket when you can stand on 4-foot stilts and watch through the steel gates?
Augusta has many ties to biggest stage
Augusta has many ties to biggest stage
"They have come. The greatest aggregation of baseball stars that were ever gathered together on one team are in Augusta."
She who runs the dial is in charge
Chloe Evangeline Crabb
Timothy and Sonya Crabb, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Chloe Evangeline, born October 5, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Marque Hznri Smyre
Russell and Ekko Smyre III, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Marque Hznri, born September 23, 2006 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Luke Allen & Lawton Gaige Blankenship
Gib and Jennifer Blankenship, of Beech Island, are pleased to announce the birth of their sons, Luke Allen and Lawton Gaige, born on August 10, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Kaden Evan
Alan and Jeannett Hyatt, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Kaden Evan, born on September 26, 2006 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Abigail Laine
Todd and Sarah Wilson of Macon, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Abigail Laine, born on August 8, 2006, at Coliseum Hospital in Macon.
Weston Thomas Evans
Nathan and Angie Evans, of Hephzibah, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Weston Thomas, born September 18, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Luke Allen & Lawton Gaige Blankenship
Parker James Chavous
Mark and Madlen Chavous, Jr. are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Parker James, born on September 14, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta.
TyCameron Devahnte Williams
Tykeshia Samoan Williams and John Alexander Ruffin, both of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, TyCameron Devahnte, born on September 27, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta.
Emmett David Hudson
J.T. and Kesley Hudson of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Emmett David, born on September 26, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Brianna Ashleigh Lovett
Brian and Holley Lovett of Graniteville, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Brianna Ashleigh, born on September 25, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Alayne Diane Bridges
Brandon and Lara Bridges of Aiken, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Alayne Diane, born on September 25, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Chloe Anne Crowe
Joanna Marie Hall of and Patrick William Crowe, both of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Chloe Anne, born on September 26, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Finnian Joseph
Mack and Kim Taylor, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Finnian Joseph, born on September 4, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Oct. 4-11. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
One man's trash ...
When people ask Dennis Gaines what he does for a living, he has a standard answer. "I work in garbage all day long, and the smell is terrible," he said.
Revolutionary Taurus rolls to stop this week
On the move, Biz Bits
Jeffrey C. Brower has been named general manager of The Partridge Inn by owner The West Paces Hotel Group. He will oversee all areas of hotel operations and service, including food and beverage, rooms, reservations, banquets, meeting rooms and support departments. Mr. Brower was previously employed as general manager of the Casa Madrona Hotel and Spa in Sausalito, Calif.
Ginnie Mae funds could turn out to be very rewarding
Developer finds his Destiny in construction of new city
Business calendar
The UGA Small Business Development Center will present a workshop called Bookkeeping Basics for area small business owners on Monday at 6 p.m. at Sandersville Technical College.
Business licenses
The following are business licenses from Richmond County for August:
Developer finds his Destiny in construction of new city
This is about as close to nowhere as it gets in quickly sprawling Florida.
Revolutionary Taurus rolls to stop this week
Sometime this week, the assembly line at a Ford plant near Atlanta will come to a halt, signaling the end of a family sedan so revolutionary that its 1985 debut changed forever the way cars look, feel and drive.
Ginnie Mae funds could turn out to be very rewarding
If the Federal Reserve does as expected and leaves short-term interest rates unchanged Tuesday, investors looking for a conservative-income mutual fund might consider those that invest in Ginnie Maes. Some fund managers believe these government-backed mortgages can perform well in a stable interest rate environment.
Editorial Cartoon 102206 - The Augusta Chronicle
Beware of seniors in planning cuts
Beware of seniors in planning cuts
City Administrator Fred Russell presented commissioners with a 2007 budget proposal last week with $6.6 million in cuts. When this budget is passed, elephants will fly.
Senior guard out for season
CLEMSON, S.C. - Senior offensive lineman Roman Fry has played his last game at Clemson after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in Saturday's win against Georgia Tech.
Georgia Tech exposed by Clemson's big plays
Georgia Tech exposed by Clemson's big plays
Clemson left no doubt Saturday as to the identity of the Atlantic Coast Conference's best team.
Clemson showed strength, but still needs help to win ACC
CLEMSON, S.C. - James Davis, C.J. Spiller and Clemson's defense made a strong case about who's best in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Clemson showed strength, but still needs help to win ACC
Top 25 roundup
Brady Quinn and Jeff Samardzija added another chapter to Notre Dame's storied history.
Ohio State's run at No. 1 reached 9 weeks
ACC Roundup
Miami came to Duke embarrassed after getting caught up in one of the worst on-field fights in college football history. The last thing the beleaguered Hurricanes needed was another reason for shame - a loss to the lowly Blue Devils.
Ohio State's run at No. 1 reached 9 weeks
Ohio State's run at No. 1 is now one week short of the Buckeyes' longest to start a season.
National Roundup
It didn't take long for Carson Williams to get comfortable. The freshman quarterback couldn't rally Army to victory against Texas Christian, but he did give coach Bobby Ross something to consider as his team makes a push for a bowl bid.
SEC Roundup
Arian Foster dived into the end zone with 3:28 left, completing a rally that gave No. 7 Tennessee a 16-13 victory over Alabama on Saturday.
Southern conference wrapup
Tory Cooper ran for a career-high 204 yards and two touchdowns, including the winning 8-yard score in overtime, as The Citadel beat Western Carolina 30-27 in Southern Conference action Saturday.
Seminoles fall to ACC cellar
DeJuan Tribble's 36-yard interception return for a touchdown capped a 21-point second quarter Saturday and No. 22 Boston College held off Florida State 24-19.
Most important vote Nov. 7 is for David Roper for judge
If they had a factory for judges, David Roper just might be the prototype.
Nuclear projects gain regional support
Our two-state region has an opportunity to become an enormous player in nuclear power projects in the years ahead, providing the leadership stays large and enthusiastic.
Nuclear projects gain regional support
Most important vote Nov. 7 is for David Roper for judge
Whither the revolution?
Republican leaders in Washington are getting it from all sides these days.
Eagles lose overtime thriller to No. 1 team
It was another disappointment in a season of disappointments for Georgia Southern. But this disappointment brought some hope.
Georgia Tech exposed by Clemson's big plays
Clemson left no doubt Saturday as to the identity of the Atlantic Coast Conference's best team.
Jackets add more meat to defense
Clemson's defense pulled a trick Saturday most magician's would envy. The Tigers made Georgia Tech's Calvin Johnson disappear.
ACC becoming more wide open
The tailgate talk around Death Valley on Saturday revolved around a changing of the guard in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Eagles lose overtime thriller to No. 1 team
Jackets add more meat to defense
Georgia Tech exposed by Clemson's big plays
Pour another cup, I'm not addicted yet
Hee-Won wins sixth career title
CHONBURI, Thailand - South Korea's Hee-Won Han won her sixth career title Sunday after shooting a 5-under 67 at the LPGA Thailand.
Fasth wins Mallorca Classic
SON SERVERA, Mallorca - Niclas Fasth shot a 2-under 68 Sunday for a three-stroke win over Sergio Garcia at the Mallorca Classic.
Trump wins golf event with Watson
NEW YORK - Donald Trump knows the importance of a good partner.
Trump wins golf event with Watson
Durant ends 5-year drought with Disney win
Final round suspended because of dark
Final round suspended because of dark
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Michael Sim and Ken Duke will have to wait until Monday to decide who wins the Nationwide Tour's PalmettoPride Classic.
Durant ends 5-year drought with Disney win
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - Joe Durant didn't forget how to win on the PGA Tour.
Funk wins AT&T Championship
SAN ANTONIO - Fred Funk won for the first time in three Champions Tour starts, birdieing three of the last four holes for a 2-under 69 and a one-stroke victory Sunday in the AT&T Championship.
Hee-Won wins sixth career title
Matteson holds one-shot lead
Troy Matteson has turned his rookie season into a rousing success. He did it in four weeks, too.
Prep Rewind
Jefferson County junior phenom A.J. Harmon predicted a win. So did teammate Tim Nelson.
Prep score recap
A recap of the week's prep football scores for Georgia and South Carolina
NHL Roundup
Ilya Kovalchuk broke out of his slump with two goals, Marian Hossa scored on a penalty shot and the Atlanta Thrashers kept up the best start in franchise history, beating the Florida Panthers 4-2 Saturday night.
She who runs the dial is in charge
Yep, you can do all your studies and surveys and focus groups to try to figure out if men and women are inherently equal, but the findings never address thermostats and why their adjustment means so much to women and so little to men.
AT&T-BellSouth merger is a good thing; here's why
Guest columnist Mark Cooper ("The attempted resurrection of ol' Ma Bell," Oct. 12) is stuck in the past with his criticism of the AT&T-BellSouth merger.Kelly McCutchen, Atlanta
S.C. elementary school is far from flunking
Shame on you for the headline of your Oct. 6 Metro section, "11 Aiken County schools flunk." As principal of one of those schools, I assure you we are far from flunking.John Mills, Wagener, S.C.
Vote down the upcoming bond issue
Grand juries need eyes and ears of court reporters
Grand juries need eyes and ears of court reporters
Several months ago, I was afforded the honor and privilege to serve on the Richmond County grand jury. It was an interesting and meaningful experience for me because I learned a lot about the judicial system.E. Maner, Augusta
Three things are certain: death, taxes and campaign distortions
North Korea? Blame Carter and Clinton
The news from North Korea should send a message to Jimmy Carter: Shut up! Bill Clinton could take a hint, too.Franklin R. Cox, Warrenton
GOP hypocrites are ruining America
I am a Christian and a member of a Southern Baptist church. I am not a member of the religious right led by the likes of Pat Robertson, Jerry Falwell and other Republicans who blindly follow George W. Bush and Dick Cheney.Anne Cook, Augusta
Vote down the upcoming bond issue
This is to urge all Columbia County property owners to vote no on all four parts of the bond issue.V.C. Anderson, Martinez
AT&T-BellSouth merger is a good thing; here's why
Don't let the Dems get away with it
Three things are certain: death, taxes and campaign distortions
Every taxpayer knows that the income tax system is broken. Our tax system is overly complex, unfair and even destructive to the national interest. The income tax code is an almost indecipherable 60,000-page-long mess because the political process of amending the tax code serves members of Congress' financial and power interests very well, but badly eclipses the best interests of the people and the nation.
North Korea? Blame Carter and Clinton
River ecology lab monitoring SRS must be spared
Considering the government's budget woes, it is easy to understand why the U.S. Department of Energy is searching for ways to reduce costs, but when they drastically cut funds for the University of Georgia's Savannah River Ecology Laboratory, I can't help but wonder if those budget-cutters are aware of the value of the program they are eliminating.Mal McKibben, Aiken, S.C.
GOP hypocrites are ruining America
River ecology lab monitoring SRS must be spared
S.C. elementary school is far from flunking
Don't let the Dems get away with it
Paul Rosenthal's letter ("Democrats have a devious agenda," Oct. 17) was a factual, intellectual and fairly complete assessment of the trash that the liberal Democrats have in store for us if they succeed in their unprincipled lust to regain power, at any price, including the endangerment of our national security.Vern J. Simon, Evans
Insulation can help cut heating bills
Fixing loose screws will 'pre-pay' your dues
Study: College kids pile on pounds well beyond freshman year
Real women declare fall's look is full of winners
Big brewers roll out seasonal flavor
Stucco receives total makeover
Stucco receives total makeover
Charles and April Neel appreciate old houses. They are grateful for the nooks and crannies, deep moldings, generous windows and wood floors - all jumping off points for their and their friends' imaginations.
Run for it
Last spring, you might have stood at your front door and thought to yourself, "You know, now would be a good time to start running."
Insulation can help cut heating bills
With prices for some types of heating fuel falling, many families can expect to pay less this winter to keep their houses warm - but that shouldn't stop them from adopting energy-saving strategies to lower bills even further.
Study: College kids pile on pounds well beyond freshman year
BOSTON - The "Freshman 15" is more like 5 to 7, but it is followed by the "Sophomore 2 or 3," say researchers who led two of the largest and longest studies ever done of weight gain among college students.
Look ahead
Are you gathering canned goods for local food pantries? Gathering used shoes, cell phones, eyeglasses to send to third world countries? Need help getting your volunteer organization off the ground? We want to know about it.
Big brewers roll out seasonal flavor
MILWAUKEE - From chocolate to pumpkin, the nation's top brewers are venturing where craft brewers have experimented for years - flavored brews - even if it's only for a few months at a time.
Fixing loose screws will 'pre-pay' your dues
You're ready to take a shower. You reach for the valve that turns cold to hot, and the lever you use every single day wobbles. It doesn't feel like it's going to fall off, but it isn't right. You can't pay much attention now, though, because the water's heating up and you have to get on with your busy day.
Real women declare fall's look is full of winners
The fashion gods declared there would be radically new fall trends - skinny pants, dresses, round-toe shoes, chunky sweaters and big belts - and then pushed their point by putting those looks all over magazines and catalogs, and on the bodies of celebrities.
Lynx take first win of season
The Augusta Lynx bounced back from their disappointing loss in the season opener with an enthusiastic wire-to-wire effort Saturday night, holding on to beat the Gwinnett Gladiators 6-5 at James Brown Arena.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Eatery owned by candidate burns
Three vying for office
ATLANTA - Even before the GOP romp that put Republicans in charge of the Governor's Mansion and both chambers of the General Assembly, the party had found success in the race for state schools superintendent.
News you can use
What do you get dialing 2-1-1? An around-the-clock crisis and referral hot line that is now in 36 states, including Georgia and South Carolina, according to the United Way of America's Web site, unitedway.org.
Texans take comedian's bid for governor seriously
Across the Southeast
As town twinning goes, it has been a decidedly one-way relationship between the people of Manteo, N.C., and Bideford, a coastal town in southern England.
Which way will you go?
AIKEN - Marolyn Baril doesn't plan on dying any time soon.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Driver course to be given on Web
Across South Carolina
IRMO - Palmetto Health has scaled back its proposal for a new hospital in Irmo in the hopes state regulators will approve a smaller facility.
Who will be the new face of Augusta?
Incumbent, rival claim they can lower bills
ATLANTA - The two men vying to run the state's insurance regulatory office both know how best to reach Georgia voters: through their monthly bills.
Ripken: No plans yet for new stadium
Augusta GreenJackets owner Cal Ripken Jr. was happy to accept some recognition from Augusta officials for his contributions to the city on Monday, but he said talk of a new downtown stadium for the city's minor league baseball team may be premature.
Immigrants flock to GOP districts
Few: 'Share in the view of this city'
Buford junior will appear on 'Made'
Incumbent, rival claim they can lower bills
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Tougher task ahead for Martin
During his campaign for the second-highest office in Georgia, former Human Resources Commissioner Jim Martin has talked frequently about how overcoming difficult times in his life shaped his views on key issues.
Across the area
A cold front will bring much cooler temperatures today and throughout the week, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Leonard Vaughan.
Texans take comedian's bid for governor seriously
Richard Kinky Friedman is standing, sans cowboy boots, in his suite at the Hilton as a third day of election stumping ends, remote in hand and Fox News on the tube. His campaign manager is doing his best to reassure Texas' most unlikely gubernatorial candidate that he might just win.
Across Georgia
ATHENS - Little girls don't grow up dreaming of life as a football coach's wife. And most women never imagine having breast cancer. Barbara Dooley has tackled both.
Across the area
The Columbia County Health Department has announced that flu shots will be given out from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday at Grovetown City Hall. The cost is $20 per dose.
Eatery owned by candidate burns
BOWEN ISLAND, S.C. - Robert Barber took Saturday night off from cooking at Bowen's Island restaurant to rest up before a week of heavy campaigning and debating that now fill the Democrat lieutenant governor candidate's schedule, but he got a 5 a.m. wake-up call that flames were shooting out of the place his grandparents opened in 1946.
Across Georgia
When 4,000 Fort Stewart soldiers leave for a third combat tour in January, they'll likely be headed to one of two volatile areas of Iraq: Baghdad or the western Al Anbar province.
'Family' talk surrounds amendment
COLUMBIA - Michelle Berrios says she should be focusing on cancer and motherhood.
Study evaluates area needs
Johnny George usually comes home to Harrisburg after work and flips on the PlayStation to unwind.
Men bring out big ideas
The dominant issues in the race for Georgia's 10th Congressional District are far more predictable than the candidates.
10,000 show up for aerial celebration
Andrea Yingling said Boshears Skyfest is more than just entertainment for children.
No more dumping
Brian Hobbins' law enforcement career has included checking everything from fishing licenses to fire extinguishers.
Voter ID letter investigation requested
U.S. Rep. John Lewis and two U.S. senators have requested a federal investigation into the State Election Board's mailing of letters erroneously telling voters they must show a photo ID to cast a ballot Nov. 7.
Man shot by robbers
A North Augusta man was shot while trying to stop two men from taking his friend's purse early Monday, according to Richmond County sheriff's Sgt. Calvin Chew.
Immigrants flock to GOP districts
It's a slice of Americana: children playing soccer on a sunny Saturday morning, their parents cheering them on. But at these soccer fields, the dominant language is Spanish, the food truck sells authentic Mexican and few of the adults are eligible to vote.
Eerie nights mark change in 9th Ward
Who will be the new face of Augusta?
The Augusta Chronicle spent a day with each candidate. Last Sunday, we offered a slice of life on and off the campaign trail for Mr. Copenhaver and Steven Kendrick, the first two to grant us access. Today, we tell the stories of William "Gil" Gilyard III and Ronnie Few.
'Family' talk surrounds amendment
Where we live
A weekly snapshot of the interesting people and places that make up the Augusta area.
Driver course to be given on Web
A computer mouse might soon complement the stick shift for Georgia teens needing driver's education courses.
Gilyard 'Looking for something different'
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Voter ID letter investigation requested
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Aiden Johnson, 8 months, of Augusta.
Buford junior will appear on 'Made'
BUFORD, Ga. - Last spring, Chris Fronzak had big glasses, long sideburns and a wardrobe of basketball shorts and T-shirts.
Living history
People left behind the comforts of the 21st century this weekend for hard wooden seats, handmade toys, dipped candles and the craft of carpentry.
Panel studies custody issues
ATLANTA - Changes to state laws governing the custody of children of divorced parents could be coming next year, depending on the decisions of a legislative study committee looking at the issue.
Ex-coach is still proud of Laney
Ex-coach is still proud of Laney
David Dupree recently had a knee replaced, and three days a week he receives kidney dialysis treatments.
Buckley banks on education
Even Allen Buckley knows his bid for the lieutenant governor's office is a long shot.
Few: 'Share in the view of this city'
It's a little past noon on a Tuesday, and three of the city's mayoral candidates gear up for the questions set to come their way from a group of black ministers at Tabernacle Baptist Church.
Bout is sequel for pair
Listening to U.S. Rep. John Barrow, D-Ga., and his Republican opponent, former Congressman Max Burns, is like walking into the middle of a two-year-long argument.
Gilyard 'Looking for something different'
Plates of eggs, bacon, fruit and raisin bread are on the dining room table, but Dianne Gilyard feels the need to apologize to her guests for what isn't there.
Cagle is no longer the underdog
Almost from the time he was born, state Sen. Casey Cagle says, he has never been a favorite.
Landfill's slopes fall short of standards
Columbia County's Baker Place Road Landfill closed in July, but it will be January before work begins to cap the site.
The week ahead
AIKEN JAYCEES WESTERN CAROLINA STATE FAIR: Continues through Saturday; Aiken Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 1 North; gates open at 5 p.m. weekdays and at noon weekends; admission is $6 daily; www.westerncarolinastatefair.com.
Cagle is no longer the underdog
10,000 show up for aerial celebration
Eerie nights mark change in 9th Ward
The noises - the rumble of an engine, the skittering of a rat, a nagging dog bark - are startling, perhaps because there is so little to break the nighttime silence.
Photo: Dream come true
Amanda Eury gets out of her wheelchair to get a closer look at her new 1944 Ford fire truck in Spartanburg, S.C. The 19-year-old, who has several illnesses, loves everything about being a firefighter, especially the trucks, and she has been adopted by several local fire departments. Amanda gets to take the surprise gift home to play in; the truck does not run.
Landfill's slopes fall short of standards
Across South Carolina
Gov. Mark Sanford's youngest brother has risked his share of Sanford family land in Beaufort County on a company that makes novelty items such as insulated foam holders that keep soft drinks chilled.
Photo: The big day
With a little coaxing from her mother, Laura Miyazaki (center), Shelby Miyazaki, 2, poses for photographer Mike Tripp near the fountain at the Ninth Street bulkhead at Riverwalk Augusta. Shelby was dressed up to be the flower girl at her aunt's wedding later in the day.
Tigers win the big matchup, but little decided
The new "it" rivalry in the Atlantic Coast Conference begs one question - this is IT?
Pour another cup, I'm not addicted yet
A few days ago I was listening to the radio news while I was driving to work. CBS had a report that said caffeine abuse was a growing problem.
Alonso retains F1 title in Schumacher's finale
SAO PAULO, Brazil - Fernando Alonso won his second straight Formula One championship Sunday by finishing runner-up to Felipe Massa in the Brazilian Grand Prix, a race that marked the end of Michael Schumacher's mighty career.
NASCAR Notes
Ward Burton sat around and waited for the right job offer in NASCAR for nearly two years. Apparently, work at the No. 4 Morgan-McClure Motorsports Chevrolet was that job.
Lady luck smiling at Johnson
MARTINSVILLE, Va. - All of a sudden, nothing is falling off Jimmie Johnson's Chevrolet during the final 50 miles.
Alonso retains F1 title in Schumacher's finale
Bourdais wins series Champ Car title
SURFERS PARADISE, Australia - Sebastien Bourdais thought he could start celebrating.
Changing course in the stretch run
Bourdais wins series Champ Car title
Auto roundup
Jack Sprague took the lead when NASCAR took it away from Ted Musgrave with 61 laps to go Saturday and won for the first time in 13 career starts at tight and tricky Martinsville Speedway in NASCAR's Craftsman Truck Series.
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Franklin E. Costley (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga. - Funeral services for Franklin E. Costley, age 63, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday at the Jubilee Fellowship Church with interment to follow at Westview Cemetery. Mr. Costley passed away late Saturday evening. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the funeral home. Stanley Funeral Home of Wrightsville has charge of funeral arrangements.
Jerry B. White (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Jerry B. White, Sr., age 74, of Augusta, will be at 2:00 pm, Monday, today, October 23, 2006, from the graveside in Liberty United Methodist Church Cemetery, 2040 Liberty Church Road, Hephzibah, GA, with Reverend James D. Hyder, officiating. Full Military Honors will be accorded by the Fort Gordon Ceremonial Detachment.
Warren Hills (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Warren Hills, Sr. of Cairo Drive entered into rest Tuesday October 17, 2006 at his residence. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Broadway Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. C. William Joyner, Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. Mr. Hills was a native of New Orleans, LA, a member of Broadway Baptist Church, a United State Army Veteran, and he retired from Local Union No. 1137/515. He was very active with Civic and Political programs. Past President of the Augusta Federation of Trades, served as second vice Chairman and was elected as a delegate of the Richmond County Democratic Committee, past State Committee member of the 22nd Senatorial District, was a deputy registrar for the Richmond County Board of Election, Chaplain of the Augusta Chapter of A.P.R.I, past Junior Warden of New Era Lodge #107, past Secretary-Treasurer of Augusta, Georgia Building and Construction Trades Council. 6th Regional Vice President, Georgia State AFL-CIO, served on the Richmond County Private Industry Council Committee, Board of Trustees for the Laborers' Southeast Regional Welfare Fund, Liuna's Tri-Funds, Citizen Advisory Board for SRS, Lucy C. Laney High School Booster Club, and past President of the Laborers' District Council of Georgia and South Carolina, Vice President for Local No. 515. While a member of Local #1137, from October 22, 1969 until his death, he was an organizer/field Representative, President of the Local and later became Business Manager. Survivors are 6 daughters, Courtney Hills, Shontavia Hills, Amy Freeman, Demetra Stephens, Chasity Roberson, Lucretia Williams, all of Augusta; two sons, Warren Hills, Jr. and Elmer Williams, both of Augusta; four brothers, Louis Bailey, New Orleans, LA, Rolland Hills, Long Beach, CA, Donald (Geraldine) Hills, Luling, LA, and Lester Bailey, Jr., Boutte, LA; two sisters, Mary Jane Bailey Lay, Boutte, LA, Beverly (Walter) Simmons, Paradis, LA; fourteen grandchildren; aunts, Carrie Sandolph, Dora Williams, Paradis, LA; uncle, Amos Sandolph, Boutte, LA; dear friend, Margaret Black, Augusta; best friend, Moses Dunn; and a host of nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Monday evening 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frances Clark (WRENS, Ga.)
WRENS, Ga. - Entered into rest in Augusta, Ga. Miss. Frances Clark. Funeral services will be conducted today at 3:00 PM at Wrens Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church with Rev. Gary Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Wrens City Cemetery. James Funeral Home, Highway 1 North, Wrens, Ga. 706-547-2522.
Larry E. Ferrell (GREENSBORO, N.C.)
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Mr. Larry E. Ferrell, 61, of Greensboro, died October 21, 2006 at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer. Larry was employed with Truck Parks Specialists and was preceded in death by his father, Thomas R. Ferrell. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Pat M. Ferrell of the home; daughter, Kim Krastel and her husband, Eric of Tampa, Fla.; mother Ida Hazel Ferrell and brothers, Thomas R. Ferrell, Jr. and family, David Ferrell and family, all of Martinez and Daniel Ferrell and family of Charlotte, N.C. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of Greensboro, 2500 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, N.C. 27405. The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Bradley Sherrill, Dr. David Grapey and the nurses and counselors of Hospice of Greensboro for all of their loving support and care given to the family during this time. George Brothers Funeral service is assisting the family with arrangements.
Carrie Bell Ryan (TRENTON, S.C.)
TRENTON, S.C. - Mrs. Carrie Bell McKie Ryan, 88, entered into rest October 20, 2006 at Anne Marie Rehab & Nursing Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Ryan, a native of Edgefield County was a member of Shaws Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include four daughters, Emily Knight, Staten Island, N.Y., Annie (Marvin) Nabriet, Jamaica, N.Y., Jeanette (Wesley) Roundtree, North Augusta, and Pamela (Norris) Rouse, Hephzibah; four sons, Rev. Benjamin (Lorriane) Ryan, Beech Island, Rev. Martin (Ruth) Ryan and Jim (Beatrice) Ryan, Trenton, and Samuel (Rosa) Ryan, Belvedere; two sisters, Mariah (Virgil) Combs and Sally (Nathaniel) McCants, Augusta; one brother, Harvest Butler, Augusta; sisters-in-law, Everdener Harris, Trenton and Minnie McKie, North Augusta; forty grandchildren, thirty seven great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence of her daughter, Jeanette (Wesley) Roundtree, 7 Rushton Drive, North Augusta. G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Susie Bush-Harrison (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
NEW ELLENTON, S.C. - Departed this life Tuesday, October 17, 2006, Mrs. Susie Ann Bush-Harrison of 517 E. Pine St., New Ellenton, S.C. Funeral services will be today, Sunday, October 22, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from the Runs Missionary Baptist Church, Beech Island, S.C. with Rev. Freddie Lee Bush officiating. The interment will immediately follow in the church cemetery. The funeral cortege will leave the residence, 517 E. Pine St., New Ellenton, S.C., at 1:20 p.m. Cheatham Funeral Homes, Inc. 520 Hickory Ave., East, New Ellenton, S.C. 803-652-2422.
Leonard Alfred Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Leonard Alfred Jones of Broad Street entered into rest Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at the residence. Memorial service will be held in St. Louis, MO. Survivors are his wife, Nicole M. Jones; children, Leonard (Sherry) Ayana and Christopher Jones, St. Louis, MO; sisters, Janet M. Gorden, Augusta and Natalie McDaniel; one brother, Leonard Jones, St. Louis, MO; grandchildren, Cydney, Melvin, III, Meoni and Leonard Lamonte; aunt, Lillian Thomas; nieces, Latonya Gorden, Tedra (Williams) Ridley, Sherita (Reginald) Rosier; brother-in-law, Michael Mack, St. Louis, MO; great nieces, nephews; cousins; and other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Carol Lambert ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Friday, October 20, 2006, Mrs. Carol Lambert, wife of the late John Lambert, Jr. Mrs. Lambert was born in Bremerhaven, Germany and had lived in Augusta since 1962. She was a member of the Augusta Bowling Association. Survivors include her daughters, Doris L. Koziatek and her husband Vernon, Susan Webber and her husband Steve; sons, Bernd Lambert and his wife Mary Ann, Pete J. Lambert and his wife Diana and Fred J. Lambert; grandchildren, Paul Koziatek, Susan Hall, Valerie Lambert, Greg Lambert, Erica Porter, Michael Brigham, Danielle Lambert, Jon Lambert and Molly Lambert and four great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held on Monday, October 23, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at West View Cemetery with Rev. Kermit Jones officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday evening from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary D. Wright (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mary Dillard Wright, 95, died Friday, October 20, at Wilkes Health Care Center in Washington. Mrs. Wright was a native of Wilkes County and was a retired Schoolteacher, having taught in McDuffie Co. and for 33 years in Wilkes County. She was the widow of John Goode Wright. Graveside services will be Monday, October 23, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Daniel-Bryant Cemetery in Philomath, Ga. Mrs. Wright is survived by one brother, Carlton Dillard, of Augusta and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Frances Dillard Nash, Lois Dillard Houston, and Helen Dillard Bradley and by two brothers, Jack Dillard and Ewing Dillard. The family will receive friends Sunday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Hopkins Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Washington Presbyterian Church or to the Philomath Church Preservation Association, c/o Lawrence Nash, 2302 Crawfordville Rd., Rayle, Ga. 30660. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Rosemary Phelps (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Rosemary Phelps, age 65, of Augusta, entered into rest on Sunday morning, October 22, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. A native of Shirley, MA, she had resided in the Augusta area since her husband's military transfer from Germany in 1977. Mrs. Phelps had worked as the Manager of Added Dimensions in Augusta Mall and Catherine's Ladies Wear in Richmond Plaza, on Wrightsboro Road for 15 years. She had attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. She is survived by: her husband of 41 years, Lindsey "Pete" Phelps; three daughters, Julie Newman, Atlanta, GA, Candy Myers and her husband John, Augusta, GA, Lori Phelps Dudley, Augusta, GA; five granddaughters, Lindsey Newman, Casey and Sydney Myers, Samantha and Hannah Dudley. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00 noon, on Thursday, October 26, 2006, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 2607 Lumpkin Road with Reverend Father Raphael Estrada, officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7-9 pm, on Wednesday, at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road, Augusta. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Solomon Greene (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Solomon C. Greene of Walden Drive entered into rest Thursday, October 19, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Loretta R. Greene; two daughters, Salina Allen, Johnson City, TN and Bridgett (William) Cherry, Augusta; one son, Brandon Wiley, Augusta; one brother, Joseph D. (Barney) Greene, Thomson, Ga.; two sisters-in-law, Victoria Greene, Roebling, N.J. and Geneviene Greene, Hanover, Pa.; three grandchildren, William Rashad Adams, Oliver Rashad Allen, and William Cherry, Jr.; and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Andrew Mercer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Andrew "Andy" Jackson Mercer, age 61 , entered into rest on Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center. A native of McDowell County, Welch, West Virginia, he had resided in the Augusta area since the early 1960's. Mr. Mercer had retired from International Paper in 2004 after 28 years as a Machine Tender. During his School age years, Andy was an accomplished Football and Baseball player. He had attended Richmond Academy in Augusta. A follower of the Advent Christian Church, he was a member at East War Advent Christian in War, WV and he had attended Bethlehem Advent Christian in Augusta. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. He is survived by a daughter, Miranda Lynn Shuman, Augusta, GA; a son, Christopher Lee Shuman, Augusta, GA; 2 sisters, Sandra K. Mercer, Augusta, GA and Garnett Durkee, Grovetown, GA; an uncle and aunt, Donald E. and Mary Tunnell, Augusta, GA; cousins, Mrs. Iris Lloyd, Martinez, GA and Donnette Gustafson, Columbia, TN; a niece, Renee Silverman, Long Beach, NY; 2 nephews, Brian Sloan, NASC and Kevin Sloan, Augusta, GA.; 2 great nephews, Aaron Sloan and Blake Sloan. Memorial services will be at 6:00 pm, on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at the Bethlehem Advent Christian Church, 1815 Central Avenue, Augusta. The family will receive friends following the service, at the church. Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret Dewberry (DUNEDIN, FL)
DUNEDIN, FL - Entered into rest on Thursday, October 12, 2006 in Dunedin, FL, Mrs. Margaret S. Dewberry, 96, wife of the late Hilsman A. Dewberry, Sr. Mrs. Dewberry was a native of Augusta and had lived in Dunedin, FL for the past four years. Survivors include her children, Hilsman A. Dewberry, Jr. and his wife Hazel of Modoc, SC, Nealy D. Bradley and Kay D Guenther both of Dunedin, FL.; her seven grandchildren, Michael J. Dewberry and his wife Grace of Hephzibah, GA, Kathy B. Penning and her husband Tom of Loma Linda, CA, Bill Bradley and his wife Eldy of Dunedin, FL, Mary Bradley Weichmann and her husband Jerry of Scottsdale, AZ, Jane B Smart and her husband Rick and Sarah Marker and her husband Rich all of Palm Harbor, FL and Paul Bradley of LA. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great nephews. Graveside services for Mrs. Dewberry will be conducted Monday, October 23, 2006, 2:00 PM, in Westover Memorial Park, with Rev. Justin Ferguson officiating. If so desired, memorials may be made In Memory of Mrs. Margaret Dewberry, to the American Heart Fund, 1003 Hammond Rd. Aiken, SC 29803 or St Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904 Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Wynn (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy Wynn, 65, of Hwy. 16, Sparta, died Thursday, October 19, 2006 in an Augusta hospital. Survivors included son, Jimmy Blount of Hephzibah; two daughters, Shirley Moore of Sparta and Sybil Wynn of Augusta; two sisters, Susie Roach of Sparta and Mamie Odum of Rancho, Calif.; three brothers, Riley Blount, Jr. of Sparta, Emanuel Blount of Philadelphia, Pa. and Julian Blount of Oakland, Calif. Services will be held at Hunt's Chapel AME Church on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m.
William H. Gentry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. William H. Gentry, 90, husband of Mrs. Mary E. Gentry of Pawley Court, Evans, Ga. entered into rest Saturday, October 21, 2006 at the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home. Funeral Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Veola Rickerson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Veola "Cindy" Rickerson, 48, of Courtillian Rd., died Thursday, October 19, 2006 at her residence. She was born in Evans, GA and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Willard Royal Rickerson, Jr., Augusta; mother and step-father, Mary Lee Waters and Tommy Taylor, Aiken; father and step-mother, Thomas and Karen Gulotta, Clearwater Beach, FL; two daughters, Lucretia (Wesley) Powell, Lincolnton, GA, Vivian Rickerson, Augusta; a son, Willard Royla Rikerson III, GA; a granddaughter, Kari Powell; a sister, Deborah Wooden, Cabot, AK; two brothers, David Harden, Circleville, OH and Rufus E. Waters, Aiken; and a special friend, Leonard Floyd, Aiken. The family will receive friends from Noon until 2:00 PM Monday at Thomas L. King Funeral Home, Davis Rd., Martinez, GA. Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home, 715 East Pine Log Rd. Aiken, SC.
Frank E. Grant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Frank E. Grant, Jr., entered into rest on Saturday, October 21, 2006, at his residence. He leaves fond loving memories to his family, wife, Mrs. Joann Butler Grant; children, Tina (Earnest) Rhodes, Alexander (Lillian) Grant, Henry Grant; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Richard Allen Powers (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Richard Allen Powers, 57, of Augusta entered into rest Thursday, October 19, 2006. Mr. Powers was born in Griffin, GA, a son of Mattie Mae Butler Powers of Augusta and the late Earnest Clifton Powers, he had lived in Augusta for the past 20 years. He was a member of the First church of the Nazarene of Augusta. Surviving, in addition to his mother, is a son, Spencer C. Powers of Savannah; two daughters, Linda Martin and Debbie Fail, both of Barnwell, SC; four sisters, Hazel Ansley of Waynesboro, GA, Amelia Powers of Rincon, GA, Shirley Corder, of Augusta, and Faye Day of Rincon; five grandchildren, George Nathan Powers, Ramey Gibbs, Josh and Summer Padget, and Chasity O'Grady; five nieces, 10 nephews, 11 great-nieces and 14 great-nephews. A funeral will be held at 2:00PM Monday, October 23, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes - South Chapel. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 7-9:00PM Sunday at the funeral home. Poteet Funeral Homes - South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA 30906 - 706-798-8886. 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 were 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.
Jerry B. White (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Jerry B. White, Sr., age 74, of Augusta, entered into rest on Friday, October 20, 2006 at Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center. A native of Ensley, AL, he had resided in the Augusta area since being stationed here in 1965 from Korea. A Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, he had retired in May of 1969 from the U.S. Army as an E-7, SFC Instructor with the Signal Corp. at Ft. Gordon. After retirement, he enjoyed various pursuits including working as a Produce Manager at Piggly-Wiggly, Insurance Sales with Delta Life and helping his best friend Tony Moates with his plumbing business. He was a member of the American Legion Post 205, the 40 & 8 and was a former member of the VFW. Mr. White was a member of Liberty United Methodist Church, Hephzibah, GA. He is preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Smith and a grand- daughter, Beverly Lamb. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Helen White; 2 sons, Jerry B. White,Jr., (Kim) Evans, GA and Ralph A. Carney, (Diane) Augusta, GA; 3 daughters, Laurie Bugg (Charles Stanley), Hephzibah, GA, Donna Kumiski (Donald Jr.), Augusta, GA, Karen Lamb (Gene), Hephzibah, GA; additional children, Jerry Hamilton, Los Angeles, CA, Johnny Ray Hamilton, Los Angeles, CA; 3 sisters, Pat Kent, Mexico Beach, FL, Frances Sinz, Lompoc, CA, Peggy Liston, Lompoc, CA; brother in law, Tony Smith; his best friend, Tony Moates; 11 Grandchildren, Jay, Brad, Allison and Valerie Carney, Nathan and Lauren White, Scott Lamb, Jennifer and Shelby Kumiski, Christopher and Julianne Bugg; and 2 great grandchildren, Brayden and Joshua Carney. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, on Monday, October 23, 2006 from the graveside in Liberty United Methodist Church Cemetery, Hephzibah, GA with Reverend James D. Hyder, officiating. Full military honors will be accorded by the Fort Gordon Ceremonial Detachment. The family will receive friends from 3-5 pm, on Sunday at the Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road, Augusta. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. White's memory to the Liberty United Methodist Church, 2040 Liberty Church Road, Hephzibah, GA 30815 Please visit the online register and memory book at Augusta Chronicle.com. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Beard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Beard of Chestnut Street entered into rest Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 23, 2006 at Peoples Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Willie Green officiating. Interment will follow in Southview Cemetery. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Mrs. Ida Mae Sharpton Beard, Augusta, Ga.; three daughters, Ms. Carolyn Williams, Harlem, Ga., Ms. Corine Williams, Augusta, Ga., and Ms. Marilyn Mincey, Boston, Mass.; one sister, Elizabeth (Willie) Bryant, Augusta, Ga.; 16 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Peoples Funeral Home. 706-724-1885. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Virginia Youmans (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Ms. Virginia Videtto Youmans, entered into rest on Sunday, October 22, 2006 at her residence in Brandon Wilde. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced from Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez.
Ursula H. Jessie (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ursula H. Jessie, 67, of Augusta entered into rest Thursday, October 19, 2006 at her home. Mrs. Jessie was born in Berlin, Germany, she was a daughter of the late Heinrich Julius Ludwig Hirschmann and Charlotte Gertrude Hirschmann, and had lived in Augusta since 1977. She enjoyed baking cakes and traveling. Survivors include her husband, Raymond L. Jessie; her daughter, Barbara Jessie Black of Durham, NC; her sister, Gudrun Schulz of Essen, Germany; a niece and a nephew. The family will receive friends 2:00-3:00PM Sunday, October 22, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes - South Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Relay for Life, 2623 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30904 or to St. Joseph Hospice; 2260 Wrightsboro Road; Augusta, GA 30904. Poteet Funeral Homes - South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA 30906 - 706-798-8886.
Andrew Mercer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Andrew "Andy" Jackson Mercer, age 61, entered into rest on Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center. A native of McDowell County, Welch, West Virginia, he had resided in the Augusta area since the early 1960's. Mr. Mercer had retired from International Paper in 2004 after 28 years as a Machine Tender. During his School age years, Andy was an accomplished Football and Baseball player. He had attended Richmond Academy in Augusta. A follower of the Advent Christian Church, he was a member at East War Advent Christian in War, WV and he had attended Bethlehem Advent Christian in Augusta. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. He is survived by: a daughter, Miranda Lynn Shuman, Augusta, GA; a son, Christopher Lee Shuman, Augusta, GA; two sisters, Sandra K. Mercer, Augusta, GA, Garnett Durkee, Grovetown, GA; an uncle and aunt, Donald E. and Mary Tunnell, Augusta, GA; cousins, Mrs. Iris Lloyd, Martinez, GA, Donnette Gustafson, Columbia, TN; a niece, Renee Silverman, Long Beach, NY; two nephews, Brian Sloan, NASC, Kevin Sloan, Augusta, GA.; two great nephews, Aaron Sloan and Blake Sloan. Memorial services will be at 6:00 pm, on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at the Bethlehem Advent Christian Church, 1815 Central Avenue, Augusta. The family will receive friends following the service, at the church.
Zelma Patterson (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Mrs. Zelma Hamilton Patterson, 68, died Wednesday, October 18, 2006. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. at Rosemary Baptist Church, Barnwell, S.C. Survivors include her husband, one son, one daughter, one brother, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Cave Funeral Service, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Essie Mae Crawford (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Essie Mae Crawford, 94, passed Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Beverly/Windemere Health Care Center in Augusta, Georgia. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at Mullberry Baptist Church in Meatasville, Georgia. McLendon Memorial Funeral Home. 706-678-2656
Edward Murray (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Mr. Edward Murray entered into rest Wednesday, October 18, 2006. Funeral service will be held Monday, October 23, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Zion Canaan Baptist Church, 7820 Farrow Rd., Columbia, S.C. Burial in Elm Wood Cemetery. Leevy's Funeral Home, 1831 Taylor St., Columbia, S.C. 803-771-7799.
Edward Levi Odoms (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
ALLENDALE, S.C. - Mr. Edward Levi Odoms "Kojak", 64, died October 17, 2006. Funeral services will be held 2:30 at Happy Home Baptist Church. The burial will be held in the Barton Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, one son, one daughter, two sisters and four grandchildren. Cave Funeral Service, Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.
Guy Anthony Meyer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Guy Anthony "Killer" Meyer, age 42, of Augusta, entered into rest, Thursday, October 19, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. Meyer was a native of Augusta, Ga. He was a truck driver and loved fishing. Family members include his parents Harry and Sylvia Meyer of Augusta, Ga., sister Katrina Joines, brother Kyle Meyer and his wife Rebecca, nephews Nicholas Joines and Kyle E. Meyer, III, and niece Paige Larscey all of Augusta, Ga. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, October 23, 2006 at Hillcrest Memorial Park Mausoleum. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. (706)798-8886
Howard L. Cook (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Mr. Howard Leroy Cook, age 93, died Saturday, October 21, 2006 at Jenkins County Hospital. He was born in Glarendon county, SC, a retired owner of H. L. Cook Co. and a member of the Millen Baptist Church. Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at the Millen Cemetery with Dr. Maurice Crowder and Rev. Christy Bandy officiating. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Roy (Vicki) Cook of Millen; two grandchildren, Ryan and Carrie Cook; a great grandchild, Rylee Cook; a brother, O'Neal Cook of Chicago, Il; and a sister, Jean Duvall of Clear Lake, CA. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Carrie Thompson Sunday School Class. Memorials may be made to the Millen United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Monday from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Crowe-Fields Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Sallie Mae Bright (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mrs. Sallie Mae Jefferson Bright, 66, of Clearmont Street, entered into rest October 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Bright, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Hammond Grove Baptist Church and owner of Sunlight Personal Care Home, Augusta. Survivors include two daughters, Teresa (Johnathan) Stubblefield, Alexander, Va. and Emma Jean (Chirag) Patel, Augusta; three sons, David Bright, Jr., Alexander, Va., Michael (Sheila) Bright, Sr., Augusta, and Herbert (Carolyn) Bright, Belvedere; a sister, Mattie Mae (Ernest) Walker, Belvedere; two brothers, Robert Lee Jefferson, Jr., Belvedere and Alfred Miles, Sr., Carteret, N.J.; two aunts, Mary Johnson, North Augusta and Eunice Rivers, Augusta; eleven grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence. G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Everett Newsome (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mr. Lewis Everett Newsome, age 66, beloved husband of Julia Newsome, died Thursday, October 19, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 3:00PM Sunday October 22, 2006 in the Sweetwater Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Garvin and Dr. C. Richard Dendler officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make contributions to the Sweetwater Baptist Church Renovation Fund 1606 Wrens Hwy. Thomson, GA 30824. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Curtis Funeral Home.
Heyward Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Heyward "Jimmy" Johnson, who was preceded in death by his wife, Lillie B. Johnson, entered into rest on Thursday, October 19, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, October 23, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr. officiating. Mr. Johnson was born on August 30, 1929 in Barnwell, S.C. to the late Theodore Brooks and Leola "Red" Johnson. Heyward "Jimmy" Johnson joined Rosemary Baptist Church in Ulmer, S.C. at an early age. He later joined Mt. Calvary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. F.H. Hart and remained until he was called to his eternal home. He drove taxi cabs and worked at Royal Crown Bottling Company. He also was employed by Haverty's Furniture Store for several years. Later he worked at Lenwood Division-Veterans Administration Hospital. He retired from the VA with 36 years of service. He served in the Korean War and later served in the Vietnam War with the 319th Transportation Company, during which time he earned the Bronze Star medal. He retired from the United States Army Reserve as a Sergeant First Class (SFC) with over 35 years of service. Survivors are a son, Heyward L. (Sandra) Johnson, Sr., Hephzibah, Ga.; daughter, Cathy L. Johnson, Augusta, Ga.; grandchildren, Heyward L. (Akisha) Johnson, Jr., Seattle, WA and Kierstin L. Johnson, Hephzibah, Ga.; adopted daughters, Mary Stewart, Yvonne Bussey, and Sylvia Jackson, all of Augusta; sister-in-law, Mrs. Rosa Durman, Vicksburg, MS; and brother-in-law, Henry (Janie) Middleton, Vicksburg, MS. Heyward was reared as brothers and sisters with his cousins, Mamie Just-Buddy, Georgia (Jimmy) Reynolds, Rosa Ayers, all of Philadelphia, Pa., Sammy Johnson, Jr., Lenes Johnson, Catherine Reyes, of Bronx, N.Y., Rev. Vergia Cohen, Pineland, S.C., Cynthia (Moses) McCauley, Augusta; godchildren, Samuel "Butch" Williams, Bonita Williams, Demetrius Williams, Christopher Jackson, Corey Jackson, all of Augusta, Rosemary Hamilton, Evans, Ga. and Janice (Charles) Freeman, Atlanta, Ga.; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Warren Hills (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Warren Hills, Sr. of Cairo Drive entered into rest Tuesday October 17, 2006 at his residence. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Broadway Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. C. William Joyner, Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends this evening 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Zelma Patterson (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Rosemary Phelps (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Edward Levi Odoms (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
Edward Murray (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Everett Newsome (THOMSON, Ga.)
Cassie Bell Stevens (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Richard Allen Powers (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Heyward Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mary D. Wright (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Guy Anthony Meyer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Essie Mae Crawford (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Franklin E. Costley (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Sallie Mae Bright (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Virginia Youmans (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Susie Bush-Harrison (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
William H. Gentry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ursula H. Jessie (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Larry E. Ferrell (GREENSBORO, N.C.)
Carrie Bell Ryan (TRENTON, S.C.)
Margaret Dewberry (DUNEDIN, FL)
Leonard Alfred Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Goal to be host with most medals
Federer wins 10th title at Madrid Masters
Federer wins 10th title at Madrid Masters
MADRID, Spain - Roger Federer won his first Madrid Masters and 10th title of the season Sunday with a 7-5, 6-1, 6-0 victory over Fernando Gonzalez.
Overtime
The Georgia Ragin' Bulls advanced in the NAFL playoffs with a 14-12 victory over the Panhandle (Fla.) Tigers on Saturday night at Augusta Christian.
Goal to be host with most medals
The sleeping giant of gymnastics has come alive at a very interesting time. China won two more gold medals at the world championships Saturday to close the meet with eight.
Photo: Fine day for a run
Fine day for a run: The Columbia County Invitational cross country meet was held Saturday. Greenbrier swept the team titles in both the boys' and girls' divisions.
Area announcements
Announcements for participatory events must be written, delivered, mailed or faxed to The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928, with a return address and phone number. No phone calls are accepted. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. The announcements will be published weekly.
Overtime
Qualifying rounds for the $25,000 Comcast Professional Women's Tennis Challenge begin today at The Club at Raes Creek.
Hunters enjoy happy first day of the season
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
Hunters enjoy happy first day of the season
Jeremy Seago wasn't too optimistic about hunting on Saturday.
Hunters enjoy happy first day of the season
Jeremy Seago wasn't too optimistic about hunting on Saturday.
Hunters enjoy happy first day of the season
Panthers' rookie brushes aside gridiron stress
Many NFL players wind down after a day of practice and meetings by playing video games, listening to iPods or watching movies.
Backs stand tall for rivals
Although Michael Strahan has never had to chase teammate Tiki Barber in a game, 10 years of practices have taught him what a challenge it is.
Vick's woes enhanced by receivers' poor play
Falcons quarterback Michael Vick is done coddling his pass catchers. He won't out-right criticize Michael Jenkins, Roddy White or newcomer Ashley Lelie. And they still have his vote of confidence, at least publicly.
Bengals edge Panthers
CINCINNATI - With the minutes ticking away, Carson Palmer found his touch and got the Bengals into the end zone. Given a chance to match him, Jake Delhomme came up one throw short.
NFL roundup
HOUSTON - Houston's beleaguered defense dominated and rookie running back Wali Lundy discovered the Texans' lost running game as the Texans upset Jacksonville, 27-7.
NFL Power Rankings
Every week of the season, The Augusta Chronicle's Raymond Beasock will rank the pro teams.
Flying high again
ATLANTA - Like a little kid pretending to be a cowboy in his backyard, Alge Crumpler put his hand in the air, pointed his index finger and wiggled his thumb after each score in the Falcons' game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Tigers win the big matchup, but little decided
UGA Notebook
Tony Ball promises either personnel or scheme changes on kickoff and punt returns this week.
Inconsistent Georgia sweats out close win
Inconsistent Georgia sweats out close win
A made to order get-well game for Georgia Saturday against Southeastern Conference bottom-feeder Mississippi State brought more sweat-it-out moments until the end for the Sanford Stadium fans Saturday.
Underdog Dogs are dog-tired
ATHENS, Ga. - Ninth-ranked Florida hardly needs any extra advantages for its annual clash with Georgia in Jacksonville.
Spurrier, Gamecocks face difficult stretch
COLUMBIA, S.C. - If Steve Spurrier and South Carolina have any surprises to show this season, they had better break them out the next few weeks.
Newton savors Gamecocks' win
Syvelle Newton isn't interested in looking back to last year when he tore his left Achilles' tendon against Vanderbilt and didn't play again that season.
Spurrier, Gamecocks face difficult stretch
Athlete Spotlight: Brett Godwin
Costumes are big at Jack-o'-Lantern Jubilee
North Augusta Hall of Fame honors sports enthusiasts
Reassessment cap could cost homeowners
City of Aiken soccer standings
The history of SRS is the history of the nuclear age
School board hopefuls field questions at education forum
Personal report card shows some plusses and minuses
Five questions with Capt. Randy Mosley
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