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LCDA looks to refinance SunTrust Bank debts

The board of the Liberty County Development Authority met Friday to discuss terms for refinancing three short-term bank notes it has with SunTrust Bank that total $25,177,965.38.

May 23, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Business


Workshop attendees talk poverty, transportation, water

Liberty County planning-workshop participants listened to presentations Thursday morning on three topics: poverty, transportation and water issues.

May 02, 2011 | By Hollie Moore Barnidge | Local news


Hinesville honors top employees, retirees

The city of Hinesville on Wednesday honored its employees of the year, new employees and retirees. Awards also were distributed to workers who had logged between five and 35 years of service with the city.

April 23, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Local news


Best things: Helpful CRCT preparation tips

Standardized testing is a rite of spring in schools around the country. Liberty County students will take the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests next week. Liberty County School System Superintendent Dr. Judy Scherer recently shared with the Courier her top five test-preparation tips for students and parents:

April 09, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Education


Oh, how things change over the years

Isn't it weird how one little event can trigger a flood of memories, taking you back years - or even decades? This happened to me recently as I was flipping channels on Sunday afternoon, trying to avoid what I should have been doing, which, of course, was cleaning the house.

April 06, 2011 | Hollie Barnidge | Staff blogs


Lively ladies in pink

Hinesville's Suzie Q's, a group of local residents committed to finding a cure for breast cancer, participated in a flash mob dance Friday evening in front of Walmart on Highway 84. Ladies, gentleman and children decked out in pink clothing boogied down to the Cupid Shuffle as onlookers cheered. Suzie Q's founder Deidre Howell said the event was designed to raise awareness for the fight against cancer. "There is not a cure for breast ...

April 04, 2011 | Hollie Barnidge | Living well


Be kind to journalists

There are always going to be people in certain professions who no one wants to deal with, such as IRS workers, DMV employees and, apparently, journalists. But I'm here to remind you that the people with those jobs are still living, breathing human beings!

March 28, 2011 | Hollie Barnidge | Staff blogs


LRMC unveils logo, marks 50 years

Liberty Regional Medical Center on Wednesday unveiled its new logos during a chamber of commerce Business After Hours event.

March 26, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Business


I like my dog -- a lot!

Anyone who knows me will tell you that I think of my pets as people. I have a dog, Abbie, and a cat, Halloween. (The cat's name is an amusing story, which I'll get to in a moment.)

March 16, 2011 | Hollie Barnidge | Staff blogs


Frisky in the flowers

A bee collects pollen and nectar from a camellia Monday afternoon in Bradwell Park.

March 02, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Lifestyle


Monday in the park

Cara Carter slips a pink hat on her great-granddaughter, 18-month-old Jahaliyah Sandiford, as the two enjoy beautiful weather Monday in downtown Hinesville's Bradwell Park.

March 02, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Lifestyle


Best things: Get the yard in ship shape

Early spring traditionally is a busy time for gardeners, plant enthusiasts and lawn-care aficionados. There are a variety of ways to get your yard ready for warm weather and Robert Bell, Liberty County Extension Service county coordinator, recently shared with the Courier a few of his best tips:

February 26, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Lifestyle


Army Chief Gen. Casey awards medals to soldiers

Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr. awarded five Flying Cross medals and seven Purple Hearts to 3rd ID soldiers Monday afternoon during a visit to Fort Stewart.

February 16, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Military


Dance brings romance to civic center

Liberty County love birds celebrated Valentine's Day early by cutting a rug Friday night beneath the new tin roof of the Dorchester Village Civic Center in Midway.

February 14, 2011 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | Lifestyle


Lawmakers visit Liberty County

The 2011 Georgia legislative session is expected to be one of the toughest in recent years, but Sen. Buddy Carter, R-Pooler, is eager to tackle the budget deficit and other challenges.

December 31, 2010 | Hollie Moore Barnidge | News


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Articles By Author - Hollie Barnidge


Do something, big or small, for mom

Although you, my devoted readers and fans, likely are reading this on Mother's Day, it was written several days ahead of time, so I have no idea what kinds of surprises this special day will hold for me.

May 13, 2013 | By Hollie Moore Barnidge Columnist | Opinion


Sick baby throws life into disarray

This column almost didn't happen. I didn't think I'd have time to write it.

May 07, 2013 | By Hollie Moore Barnidge Columnist | Opinion


The grocery store conflict

I can't stop going to Publix. I want to stop. My wallet wants me to stop. And I'm sure "the other grocery store" would welcome my return. I've thought about quitting Publix many times. I've even formulated plans. But the thought of braving the overcrowded, messy "other store" and putting up with their ... ummm, less-than-polite employees when I could be shopping at clean, organized Publix while being greeted by their courteous, thoughtful staffers keeps foiling my plan.

March 10, 2011 | Hollie Barnidge | Staff blogs


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