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Veterans urged to help with wounded warriors
Members and leaders of local veterans' organizations attended Tuesday's meeting of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 789 at the Golden Hibachi Buffet on Oglethorpe Highway in Hinesville. The veterans came to hear guest speaker Lt. Col. Rose Deck, commander of the Warrior Transition Battalion at Fort Stewart.
School year off to smooth start
The bell signaling the first day of the 2013-14 academic year rang Wednesday, and students toting backpacks returned to Liberty County School System's schools.
What's tax exempt?
Georgia retailers are not supposed to charge sales tax on many purchases Friday and Saturday. It's a "sales tax holiday" ordered by the state.
Path2College giving more than $50K
The Path2College 529 Plan is running two sweepstakes with prize money exceeding $50,000.
School bells ring across county
Liberty County students reported back to classes today. Motorists on roads near the schools noticed short delays as crossing guards were directing traffic, but no problems had been reported early.
Make your girl a princess for a day
Military-affiliated parents, grandparents or guardians and daughters are invited to the Princess Tea. Enjoy tea, finger foods, games and more from 1-3 p.m. Saturday at Youth Activity Center.
Superintendent welcomed warmly, formally
New Liberty County School System Superintendent Dr. Valya Lee was welcomed by community leaders like she was an old friend during a meet-and-greet Thursday at the Liberty County Schools Performing Arts Center.
Stewart student wins bronze at national contest
SAVANNAH - Savannah Technical College student Shondai Dunbar-Williams, of Fort Stewart, won the bronze award at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference for nurse assisting. The win came after Dunbar-Williams won a gold medal at a state competition. At the national level, she competed with six other students in front of a panel of judges.
Start football season with Jaguars vs. Dolphins
Start the football season right at a life game. Leisure Travel is planning a trip to the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Miami Dolphins game Aug. 9 in Jacksonville.
Post refill pharmacy to move
The Fort Stewart Refill Pharmacy is moving from its current location inside the Main Post Exchange to a new, larger site next to the Fort Stewart Furniture Store.
Students get help dressing for success
For the second time in three years, the Liberty County Schools' social workers are trying to assure all students can dress for success.
Army readying children for new school year
Fort Stewart families stood in long lines Wednesday at Club Stewart for free school supplies and information during Fort Stewart's annual Back-to-School Fair.
Battle with mosquitoes continues
Liberty County Mosquito Control is continuing its efforts to protect the public against disease-carrying mosquitoes, but is asking residents to take precautions to keep themselves and their families safe.
Section 8 complexes upgrades sought
The Dewar Group based in Valdosta announced this week that it plans to rehabilitate Raintree, Northgate and Baytree apartments in Hinesville. The group's project team - made up of developers, builders, architects and property managers - intends to submit an application in the next month for a noncompetitive grant to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs to help fund the rehab. Company officials said they also will work with the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development office in Atlanta.
First lady encourages vaccinations
Sandra Deal, wife of Gov. Nathan Deal, visited the maternity ward Friday morning at Fort Stewart's Winn Army Community Hospital.
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Bistro Night returning to Thunder Run
Bistro Night returns to Thunder Run restaurant at Club Stewart Friday.
Heat advisory issued for today
Heat and humidity in our area is going to make it seem like it is 105 degrees today, so the National Weather Service's Charleston Office has issued a heat advisory.
Hunter soldier to sing tonight
HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD - When Pfc. Paul Ieti, 21, was in Afghanistan, he and a friend made a video of him singing "Stay" by Rihanna. And like a million young dreamers before, they posted it on YouTube.
Stewart Back-to-School Fair Thursday
CAIR and back-to-school fairs, coming to Fort Stewart on Thursday, will provide one-stop opportunities for soldiers and families to learn more about the communities and schools surrounding the posts.
Back-to-school fair on Hunter
A Community Activities, Information and Registration and Back-to-School Fair will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 30 at Tominac Fitness Center on Hunter.
Armstrong waiving fees for soldiers
SAVANNAH - To demonstrate its commitment to the military community, Armstrong State University will waive all mandatory student fees for active-duty military starting in the fall semester.
River pollution didn't cause flesh-eating disease
A Bryan County man remains in critical condition at St. Joseph's Candler after reportedly fishing near Dasher's Landing on the Ogeechee River last week and contracting a bacterial infection commonly known as the flesh eating disease.
Special ed students falling behind in Common Core
There are 6.5 million special-education students in the United States today, and most are falling further behind their peers under Common Core standards.
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