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Milk and cookies are addictive

In ancient times, before "inventive spelling," young minds were required to learn phonics and spelling rules. We even had word lists on which we were tested weekly - words we not only had to spell correctly but define and use properly in a sentence.

May 22, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


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.

May 22, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


City counting mosquitoes, looking for control

Mosquitoes are major pests in Coastal Georgia, and according to the Mosquito Control experts with Hinesville's Department of Public works, they're not going away.

May 22, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


Relay for Life draws 55 teams, 500 walkers

The 2013 Liberty County Relay for Life included 55 teams and nearly 500 participants who raised nearly $120,000, according to the American Cancer Society's website for relay events.

May 22, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


92-year-old Riceboro man gardens by hand

In the cool of the morning, Henry Relaford leaned forward on an old push-plow. His strong, rugged hands pushed hard against the wooden handles, making the rusty big wheel turn and allowing the razor-sharp blade to cut through the soil.

May 21, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


Post's outdoor pools opening

Corkan and Bryan Village outdoor pools on Stewart and the Hunter outdoor pool and spray park open for the summer Saturday. Corkan will be closed Tuesdays and open every other day from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Bryan Village is open weekends only, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Hunter closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, open every other day from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Price is $5 daily, $60 for a monthly pass or $120 for a season pass. Children ...

May 20, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


Learning the ropes of working

Some accounting students devote their time to learning how to steal money. And law enforcement officials have to experience tazings and pepper sprays before they can carry those items on their belts - but the way crime procedures are presented on TV is a "bunch of horse hockey."

May 20, 2013 | By Danielle Hipps | Lifestyle


Bill supposed to help parks, communities

The recently signed Rural Tourism Protection Act helps Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites meet budget challenges and aids communities dependent on the tourism provided by the state's parks, historic sites or outdoor recreation areas within their communities, according to state Rep. Debbie Buckner, D-Junction City, who wrote the bill.

May 18, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Lifestyle


'Jack Reacher' gets a lot wrong, and right

"Jack Reacher," which is new to home video, is a film that has much more to offer than I expected.

May 17, 2013 | By Sasha McBrayer Movie reviewer | Lifestyle


At the movies May 17-23

HINESVILLE: Liberty Stadium Cinemas 565 W. Oglethorpe Hwy. 912-408-1000 The Croods (PG) Fri. 5:15 Sat.,Sun. 12:15, 2:35, 5:15 Mon.-Thurs. 5:15 Pain & Gain (R) Fri. 4:05, 9:55 Sat.,Sun. 1:05, 4:05, 9:55 Mon.-Thurs. 4:05, 9:55 Iron Man 3 (PG-13) Fri. 4, 4:30, 7, 9:30, 10 Sat.,Sun. 1, 1:30, 4, 4:30, 7, 9:30, 10 Mon.-Thurs. 4, 4:30, 7, 9:30, 10 The Great Gatsby 3D (PG-13) Fri. 10 Sat.,Sun. 12:30, 10 Mon.-Thurs. 10 The Great Gatsby (PG-13) Fri.-Thurs. ...

May 17, 2013 | Staff report | Lifestyle


Tri-tip beef is a cut above

I have drooled while watching The Food Network's Bobby Flay and others cook a piece of beef called a tri-tip. Now that I've cooked and eaten one, I know why I was drooling.

May 16, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray Columnist | Lifestyle


Horoscopes for week of May 15-21

April 20 to May 20: Bravo to the determined bovine. While others might give up, you continue to search for answers. Expect your taurean tenacity to begin paying off by week's end.

May 15, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


Area cultures make up Small World

The numerous cultures represented in the Hinesville area were celebrated Saturday at the annual Small World Festival at Bryant Commons.

May 15, 2013 | By Samantha Koss Correspondent | Lifestyle


Teacher's Grumpy Cat featured on website

Two Liberty County School System art teachers participated April 27 in the Savannah College of Art and Design Sidewalk Arts Festival, and their creativity was featured on the Huffington Post.

May 15, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


Lectures on McIntosh County history

McIntosh County historian Buddy Sullivan will give two free lectures on key periods in the county in Darien.

May 14, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


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Walk to Dorchester 'keeps history alive'

More than 200 people attended the 13th annual Walk to Dorchester Saturday to re-enact a 9.2-mile trek to the Dorchester academy that students made in the pursuit of education.

June 17, 2013 | By Samantha B. Koss Correspondent | Lifestyle


KLB nearing Think 30 garden goal

Keep Liberty Beautiful staff and volunteers are hoping property owners across the county will sprout green thumbs this year as they work toward planting 30 community gardens.

June 16, 2013 | By Danielle Hipps | Lifestyle


At the movies June 14-20

HINESVILLE: Liberty Stadium Cinemas

June 14, 2013 | Staff report | Lifestyle


Pageant seeking contestants

Applications are being accepted for the 2014 Miss Georgia South Pageant.

June 13, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


Summer lunch program extends school meals

Liberty County's annual summer lunch program launched Monday and boasts several new sites this year to provide 21 opportunities for students to receive free midday meals.

June 12, 2013 | By Danielle Hipps | Lifestyle


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


Horoscopes for week of June 12-18

May 21 to June 20: Patience is called for as you await a decision about that project you're eager to launch. Meanwhile, try to set aside more time to share with that special person in your life.

June 12, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


Dorchester trek expected to draw hundreds

Hundreds are expected to descend upon eastern Liberty County this weekend to replicate the miles-long treks that many students of Dorchester Academy endured to get an education.

June 12, 2013 | By Danielle Hipps | Lifestyle


Darien commemorates its burning

McIntosh County is adjacent both to Liberty County and the coastline. In 1777, three parishes made up Liberty county - St. John, St. James and St. Andrews. In 1793, St. Andrews was split off and made into McIntosh County.

June 11, 2013 | By Margie Love Columnist | Lifestyle


Paintball tourney on post Saturday

A Paintball (woodsball) Team Tactical Scenario Tournament will be from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the Holbrook Recreation Area.

June 11, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Lifestyle


Three graduated from basics

Army Pfc. Erus Comer II graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.

June 10, 2013 | Staff Report | Lifestyle


Unveiling of exhibits, fishing pier planned

The public is invited to the Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center on Saturday, June 8, at for a "grand unveiling" of the newly installed interpretive exhibits.

June 07, 2013 | Staff Report | Lifestyle


‘Now You See Me’ isn’t really magical

Last weekend, three major films opened in theaters. It was difficult to pick just one to see, but I ended up answering the call to pick a card, any card, with the cast of the magical caper film, "Now You See Me."

June 07, 2013 | Staff Report | Lifestyle


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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