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A professional’s touch is key to proper home winterization

A recent cold snap prompted many local residents to break out sweaters and jackets. While glad not to need their air conditioners, homeowners were prompted to start thinking about preparing their homes for winter. Much of what is required to winterize a home is up to the homeowner and what he or she can afford, but heating-and-air technician Tom Egner and Anderson Chimney Sweeps owner Jim Anderson said much of that preparation should be done ...

October 16, 2012 | Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


Poole's closing draws out emotions

Poole's Deli, a culinary landmark and local favorite for comfort food in downtown Hinesville, closed its doors Thursday after lunch.

October 15, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


City squares off against $1M budget shortfall

Hinesville City Council members, the mayor, city manager and department heads met Tuesday to deal with a $1.1 million shortfall in the general fund during the annual budget workshop at city hall.

October 12, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Battle Boars begin to redeploy

About 100 soldiers with the 3rd Infantry Division's 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Armor Brigade Combat Team, redeployed from Afghanistan on Wednesday morning.

October 12, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Military


Battle Boars begin to redeploy

About 100 soldiers with the 3rd Infantry Division's 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Armor Brigade Combat Team, redeployed from Afghanistan on Wednesday morning.

October 12, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | News+Opinion


Conditions ripe for North Georgia leaf tour

Colorful autumn leaves attract visitors to Georgia's state parks every year, according to Kim Hatcher, public affairs coordinator with Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites.

October 10, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


Habitat called key to saving endangered species

Restoring, protecting and enhancing habitat are a key part of Fort Stewart's endangered-species program, according to Tim Beaty, chief of the Fish and Wildlife Branch of the Environmental and Natural Resource Division of the Directorate of Public Works.

October 10, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Habitat called key to saving endangered species

Restoring, protecting and enhancing habitat are a key part of Fort Stewart's endangered-species program, according to Tim Beaty, chief of the Fish and Wildlife Branch of the Environmental and Natural Resource Division of the Directorate of Public Works.

October 10, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | News+Opinion


Conditions ripe for North Georgia leaf tour

Colorful autumn leaves attract visitors to Georgia's state parks every year, according to Kim Hatcher, public affairs coordinator with Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites.

October 10, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Family+Health


Hinesville observes disabled workers awareness month

A physical or mental disability may limit career options or put an end to a particular career.

October 09, 2012 | Randy C. Murray | Business


Civic center also preserves area history

It has a new metal roof, but the plaster walls, blackboards and nearly all of the wooden floors and ceilings are original. The Dorchester Consolidated School has been preserved and now serves as the Dorchester Village Civic Center.

October 08, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


City: Thieves now target manhole covers

Several manhole covers have been stolen in Hinesville during recent weeks, prompting City Manager Billy Edwards and Mayor Jim Thomas to appeal for public support and assistance.

October 08, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Fire department seeks to raise fire-safety awareness

To enhance public awareness of the risk of fires during National Fire Prevention Week, Capt. Andra Hart of the Hinesville Fire Department is reaching out to schools and other agencies, offering classes on fire safety.

October 06, 2012 | Randy C. Murray | Public Safety


Retiring soldiers choose to settle in area

Eight soldiers and two Department of the Army civilians were retired Sept. 27 in an official ceremony held at Club Stewart. Two of those newly retired soldiers said they're not going anywhere. They're already home.

October 04, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray Staff writer | Business


Soldiers case colors, ready to go

The 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armor Brigade Combat Team cased its colors Sept. 27 in a formal ceremony on Fort Stewart's Cottrell Field.

October 03, 2012 | By Randy C. Murray Staff writer | News+Opinion


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Area leaders lobby in Washington

Mayor Jim Thomas said he and other political and business leaders traveled to Washington, D.C., last week to express their concerns about the affect sequestration has on Coastal Georgia's military communities.

June 19, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Radio upgrades jam garage openers

Some residents living near Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield began having problems with their garage-door remote-control devices in April, right after the installation made changes to its radio equipment.

June 19, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Sandwich shop grant helps HFD project

Eddie Wells, co-owner of Firehouse Subs in Hinesville, is keeping his word about his company's support for first responders.

June 18, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Business


Panel discusses new developments

Commercial and residential developments are growing in Liberty County, and the Liberty Consolidated Planning Commission is preparing and planning for it.

June 14, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Long asks for funds to offset bombing range expansion losses

Long County's newly elected board of commissioners has asked the U.S. Marine Corps for federal funds to offset the loss of tax revenue from nearly 21,000 acres that would become part of the proposed Townsend Bombing Range expansion.

June 14, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Two dozen agenda items make for long council meeting

The Hinesville City Council heard, discussed and decided on 23 action and information items during Thursday's meeting, which lasted three hours.

June 12, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Church socials have faith, fellowship food

Many folks who attend church rarely - or not at all - tell me Christians don't know how to have fun.

June 12, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


New 3rd ID commander coming from D.C.

Maj. Gen. John M. Murray will take command of the 3rd Infantry Division later this summer, according to a Monday release by the chief of staff of the Army.

June 11, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Military


Rezoning makes way for Zaxby's

During Thursday's three-hour meeting, the Hinesville City Council approved a rezoning request by Obro Inc. for local attorney Joel Osteen, and a site layout and traffic-circulation plan for a mixed-use development.

June 10, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Local news


Fundraiser set for vets memorial walk

During Thursday's special meeting for the Hinesville Military Affairs Committee, members agreed to continue plans and discussions for a fundraising event to raise money and awareness for the Veterans Memorial Walk at Bryant Commons.

June 10, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Military


Liberty County hosts tourism seminar

The Liberty County Convention & Visitors Bureau hosted a workshop for tourism professionals June 4-5 at Liberty County Schools Performing Arts Center.

June 07, 2013 | Randy Murray | Local news


Phone scam surfaces in area

Public works contractor CH2MHILL/OMI was hit with a phone-scam attack in late April that tied up their phone system for two days, preventing it from making or receiving legitimate calls, OMI Director Gregg Higgins said.

June 07, 2013 | Randy Murray | Local news


Project Homeless Connect set for Saturday

Hinesville will host the third annual Project Homeless Connect from noon-2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Community Center, 1370 Shaw Road, next to Lyman Hall Elementary School.

June 05, 2013 | Randy Murray | Local news


Business loans being made available to veterans

The Coastal Area District Development Authority, a local nonprofit certified development company, has partnered with the National Association of Development Companies and the Small Business Administration to develop a business lending program that focuses on veterans.

June 05, 2013 | Randy Murray | Military


Even omnivores draw the line when it comes to Brussels sprouts

I don't like Brussels sprouts. These tiny cabbages look like swollen, green eyeballs and taste about the way I'd expect a swollen, green eyeball to taste.

June 05, 2013 | Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


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