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A few kind words for politicians
It feels like an almost weekly occurrence now. Something happens on Capitol Hill - the debate over our way out of Iraq, for instance - and before you know it, commentators are wrinkling their noses about politicians.
Principal cooks for staff
Scott Carrier, principal of Frank Long Elementary, enjoys flipping flapjacks for his staff at the school. They also enjoyed grits, eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits and hash brown casserole. The breakfast was a treat for all the hard work the staff contributed to the school's recent fall festival.
First Army soldiers in All Army Tournament
FORT STEWART - Three First Army soldiers competed in the 2007 All Army Combatives tournament this past weekend at Fort Benning.
The perils of importation
Late last spring, Congress came close to legalizing the importation of prescription drugs from abroad. Although the legislation failed, lawmakers are expected to consider a similar measure soon.
Red Ribbon Weeks fights drug abuse
This week is Red Ribbon Week and it is a great time to talk with children, family or friends about drugs and how drug use (alcohol, inhalants, tobacco and illegal drugs) can destroy a person's future and impact others around them.
United Way near 50 percent of goal
United Way of the Coastal Empire Campaign hits 46 percent of its goal. With four weeks remaining until the campaign's conclusion, 2007 Campaign Chair Bert Tenenbaum announced the United Way of the Coastal Empire has raised $3,704,076 of its $8 million goal, representing 46 percent of the total. The results were reported during a festive Campaign Rally held today in Monterey Square. Since early September, hundreds of organizations and community volunteers have spent thousands of ...
What country is this?
A federal judge has ruled that a Guantanamo detainee may not be sent to his home country because he might be tortured there.
LCRD score board for Oct. 24
Football standings as of Oct. 13 Flag football league Yellow Jackets 2W, 1Tie Bulldogs 2W, 1L Tigers 1W, 2L Gators 2W, 1Tie Eagles 0W, 3L Hurricanes 0W, 3L Panthers 2W, 1L Seminoles 2W, 1L Mite league Broncos 3W 49ers 3W Rams 1W, 1L Colts 1W, 1L Jets 1W, 2L Cardinals 2L Jaguars 3L Midget league Vikings 3W Packers 2W, 1L Chargers 2W, 1L Cowboys 2W, 1L Redskins 3L Falcons 3L
Briefs
Coastal Crew Rebels Registration for the St. James Coastal Crew Rebels basketball league is under way through Nov. 20. Age groups are 11-12, 13-14, and 15-18. Registration is free but you must be registered to be considered for the teams. Volunteer coaches are also needed. In addition to basketball, the weight room is open from 2-8 p.m. and is available to school athletes. For more information, call Ernie Walthour at 884-3016. Dance classes Creative movement, ...
Make a Difference Day coming up
Volunteers are the lifeblood of organizations, such as Keep Liberty County Beautiful. Volunteer action is essential in accomplishing our mission. So for organizations like ours, the annual Make a Difference Day is a significant day. Whether you are an active volunteer or have never volunteered before, the upcoming Make a Difference Day is a perfect day to celebrate volunteering by taking action for our world. Make a Difference Day is the largest national day ...
Scattered rain doesn't bust drought
ATLANTA -- Scattered showers moved through parts of Alabama, north Georgia and Tennessee on Monday, but it was far from busting the drought that's gripped the region for months. The National Weather Service said there's a chance of showers and thunderstorms over north Georgia for the next five days, finally giving forecasters some good news to offer. The skies over metro Atlanta were gray most of the day, and the morning commute was slow ...
Question the candidates
The Liberty Branch of the NAACP is having another candidate forum for Hinesville city offices and is soliciting questions from you.
GED testing in Jesup
The GED test will be given at Altamaha Technical College, Jesup campus from 5-9 p.m. Nov. 5-6. Registration for testing must be done in person on a walk-in basis in Room 302-A on either one of the following dates: Monday (8 a.m. to noon), Tuesday (8 a.m. to noon) or Wednesday (8 a.m. to noon or 5-7 p.m.). The registration process will take about an hour. Late admittance to registration or testing is not allowed. ...
Georgia high court blocks execution
ATLANTA -- The Georgia Supreme Court granted a stay of execution Monday to a man convicted of killing two people in Spalding County in 1990.
It's too late to fertilize grass now
Can I fertilize my lawn now? No. The cooler nighttime temperatures we are experiencing is a signal for our warm season grasses to enter into their dormant period. Fertilizing now will promote continued growth, which will increase the risk of cold injury when our first frost occurs. Here's what you need to know concerning fertilizing lawns: A regular fertilization program is important to maintain healthy, attractive turf. It should include applying the correct type and ...
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LES participates in Midway Day
Liberty Elementary participated in the recent Midway Day Festival. Midway showcased its city during Georgia Cities Week, which took place April 20-27.
Post schools to lose five days to furloughs
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 22, 2013 - Students, teachers and parents of the Defense Department's schools can be confident that despite the department's upcoming civilian furloughs, the school year will start on time, the Department of Defense Education Activity's director said today.
Post schools to lose five days to furloughs
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 22, 2013 - Students, teachers and parents of the Defense Department's schools can be confident that despite the department's upcoming civilian furloughs, the school year will start on time, the Department of Defense Education Activity's director said today.
Man found dead on Isle of Wight
A Midway man was found dead next to his ATV on the Isle of Wight this morning.
Students are not blueberries
Dear public-school teachers in Georgia:
Give beach birds plenty of space to nest
BRUNSWICK - Those getting ready for a summer vacation on Georgia's coast need to remember many wildlife species depend on the beach.
Violent discipline means someone failed
Editor, I am writing to express my shock and dismay over an incident I witnessed on May 9 in the early afternoon as I was leaving a hardware store. A young mother - and I use that term loosely - was severely and literally beating a small boy with a strap that looked like it had been made from a radiator belt. The child was screaming in pain and terror, and I felt compelled to stop and say something to the woman.
Birth: Darius Yassier Hornsby
Darius Yassier Hornsby was born at 9:50 p.m. May 10 to Josie Hornsby of Waterbury, Conn., and Quatus Hornsby of Enterprise, Ala.
Horoscopes for week of May 22-28
May 21 to June 20: A sense of uncertainty could be a good reason to change your position on an important matter. Someone close might try to talk you out of it, but it's your decision to make.
Faith Baptist graduates 17 seniors
Seventeen seniors received their high-school diplomas Friday during Faith Baptist Christian Academy's senior commencement ceremony in Ludowici. Three students delivered speeches to the packed church.
Sound off for May 22
These opinions are not the Courier's. Callers are not required to identify themselves, so we can neither verify sources nor their motives. Call 876-3733 to leave a message.
Lewis Frasier students shine at math
Lewis Frasier Middle School recently was designated the No. 1 "First In Math School" in Georgia and the No. 10 "First In Math School" in the nation. More than 1 million students around the country took part in the online competition. Approximately 100 LFMS students, who comprised five teams, participated this year. LFMS also had the top sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade teams in the state; the top sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade student players in the ...
Woman uses brownie to deface justice center
A Hinesville woman who used a brownie as a weapon Saturday night to deface the Liberty County Justice Center now is behind bars. Khadiza Latimore was arrested and charged with criminal trespass for smashing a brownie on a glass door at the justice center on South Main Street. She is being held on $1,200 bond at the Liberty County Jail.
Blue-White Game brings end to spring practice
Bradwell Institute football fans got their first look at new coach Adam Carter's football team Saturday as the Tigers capped spring practice with the Blue-White Game at Olvey Field.
Sixth-grade Rebels take first place
The St. James Coastal Crew Rebels' sixth-grade boys' basketball team took first place at the Rebels' Classic Tournament held May 11-12 at the St. James Sports Center.
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