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Local soldier killed in Iraq
Fort Stewart resident Judith Dene said she lost her best friend Sunday when her husband Sgt. 1st Class Jason Dene died in Iraq.
Ft. Stewart soldier dies in Iraq
A Fort Stewart soldier died in Iraq Friday one day after being injured, the Department of Defense announced Tuesday afternoon.
Ethics panel probes Williams' finances
State Rep. Al Williams (D-Midway) has 30 days to begin negotiating a settlement with the State Ethics Commission, stemming from allegations he misused campaign funds and failed to disclose campaign contributions and personal finances, as required by law.
City temporarily hangs up sign law
The Hinesville City Council recently voted to place a 120-day moratorium on enforcement of the city's ban on placing temporary signs in city right-of-ways, a response to a request from the Hinesville Area Board of Realtors.
Bradwell seniors receive three of four main academy nominations
Their high school days are almost done, but Bradwell Institute seniors John David Howard, Mitchell McKnight and Alexandria Sletten can say they ended their high school careers by making history.
Georgia toughens penalties for dogfighting
The penalties for dogfighting in Georgia got a lot tougher last week when Gov. Sonny Perdue signed legislation making the activity a felony offense in the state.
Candidate wants to be voice of change
When Jerald Burgess walked into the Liberty County Voter Registration Office a few weeks ago to qualify for the Liberty County sheriff's race, he entered the building with one purpose in mind -- to be the voice of change he believes people are seeking.
Perdue vetoes bill to help military kids switch schools
Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue vetoed 17 bills Wednesday, including one that would have made it easier for children of military personnel to transfer between new schools.
Soldier's adopted neighbors pay tribute
A young Fort Stewart soldier, who made Long County his adopted hometown and was known for his skills on the grill and love for the outdoors, was honored Thursday for "making the ultimate sacrifice for his country."
Soldier's death being investigated
The death of a Fort Stewart soldier in Iraq Friday is under investigation, the Department of Defense said Saturday.
Fire call reimbursements being weighed
Firefighters with the Walthourville Volunteer Fire Department could be in store for a raise. The Walthourville City Council decided to look into giving the volunteer staff a pay increase during its meeting Thursday night when Councilwoman Luciria Lovette brought up the issue in her report to the council. Fire crewmembers currently receive $10 for each emergency call they respond to with a maximum of 25 calls per quarter. But between rising gas prices hurting their ...
Sheriff candidate wants more community involvement
Midway resident Richard White thinks the Liberty County Sheriff's Office isn't involved in the community (other than road patrols) and local programs meant to keep young people out of trouble overlook a key group.
Hinesville and Riceboro fire departments share grant
Members of the Hinesville Fire Department and Riceboro Volunteer Fire Department had 10,000 reasons to smile recently when state Rep. Al Williams (D-Midway) brought home a $20,000 grant from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for the two fire companies to split.
Wounded soldiers care consolidated
The interim campus for Fort Stewart's Warrior Transition Battalion was officially opened Tuesday morning with the slicing of a few red, white and blue ribbons.
Controversy over signs resurfaces
Hinesville's new "sign cop" has riled real estate agents, but their request to allow temporary open house signs on city right-of-ways was put on hold by the city council Thursday.
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