Don't just treat symptoms, prevent heart diseaseHeart disease remains the leading cause of death in this country for men and women, according to Center of Disease Control and Prevention, National Vital Statistics System. About 600,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year, which means one in four deaths are because of heart disease. The CDC says on its website that early action is key to preventing death from heart disease, but do people know what action to take?
May 19, 2013
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By Samantha Koss
Columnist
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Living well
Little ones learn healthy habitsWinn Army Community Hospital's Department of Public Health and Fort Stewart's Dental Activities Command teamed up last month to teach healthy habits to children at Stewart's child-development centers as part of Winn's observance of Month of the Military Child.
May 19, 2013
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By Randy C. Murray
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Living well
Turkey vs. traditional meatballsAny time I am invited to a party or potluck event that requires a dish, I almost always go with my "famous" meatballs and sauce. This no-fail dish always gets rave reviews from friends and family. Just last weekend I made up a Crockpot full to bring to a work function and they were a hit. I especially look forward to the part where I get to tell people that they are made with turkey ...
May 19, 2013
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By Emily C. Harrison
Correspondent
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Living well
Don't confuse disrespect with childhood dramaQ: I went into my 17-year-old's bedroom to wake him this morning. After some urging, he eventually got up and then told me he hated me. What is the appropriate consequence for this sort of disrespect?
May 19, 2013
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By John Rosemond
Columnist
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Living well
Large landowners can cut taxesLandowners in Georgia may have a chance to cut their income taxes in half.
May 19, 2013
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Special to the Courier
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Business
Long board at odds over termsFour days before the new Long County Commission members were sworn in, the outgoing commission members on May 9 held their final meeting. At that meeting, Board of Elections Chairwoman Vanessa Cunningham discussed the terms of office for the new commissioners.
May 19, 2013
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By Mike Riddle
Correspondent
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Local news
Midway barber shop opensPresidential Kuts hosted a grand-opening ribbon cutting May 10 at 9754 E. Oglethorpe Highway in Midway in conjunction with the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce.
May 19, 2013
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Special to the Courier
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Business
Restaurant, lounge marks openingIsland Vybez hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening of its restaurant and The Ivy Lounge on May 3 in conjunction with the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce in Hinesville.
May 18, 2013
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Special to the Courier
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Business
Bill supposed to help parks, communitiesThe 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
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By Randy C. Murray
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Lifestyle
Midway Middle wins $10K in recycling rallyMidway Middle School placed second in its bracket for the PepsiCo Dream Machine Recycle Rally, a victory that comes a $10,000 for green improvements. "Our students, faculty and the community worked so hard this year," teacher and coordinator Joy Kennedy said. "I am so excited -- second place in the nation."
May 17, 2013
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By Danielle Hipps
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Local news
3rd ID soldier killed in AfghanistanThe Department of Defense announced Friday the death of a Fort Stewart soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
May 17, 2013
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Special to the Courier
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Military
'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
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By Sasha McBrayer
Movie reviewer
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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
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By Sasha McBrayer
Movie reviewer
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Entertainment+Technology
The Heritage Bank in Midway robbedThe Heritage Bank in Midway was robbed during the lunch hour Friday. Midway Police Chief Kelli Morningstar only could confirm the bank was robbed at 12:39 p.m. before deferring all questions to the Liberty County Sheriff's Office.
May 17, 2013
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By Randy C. Murray
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Public Safety
Sound off for May 17These 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.
May 17, 2013
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Anonymous calls
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Sound off
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Archive site resultsDarius Rucker in Savannah FridayIf Mel Torme had never existed, people would call Darius Rucker the Velvet Fog. <p style="margin: 1.12em 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.5; color: #000000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; ...
May 16, 2013
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By Bill DeYoung
Connect Savannah
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Calendar+Scene
Horoscopes for week of May 15-21April 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
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Special to the Courier
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Lifestyle
Horoscopes for week of May 15-21April 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
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Special to Connect
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Entertainment+Technology
Career fair Thursday in SavannahThe Georgia Department of Labor's Savannah Career Center, the GDOL's Veterans Services Division and Savannah Technical College will sponsor the annual Southeast Georgia Career Expo on Thursday in Savannah.
May 14, 2013
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Special to the Courier
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Business
At the movies May 10-16HINESVILLE: Liberty Stadium Cinemas 565 W. Oglethorpe Hwy. 912-408-1000 The Croods (PG) Fri. 5, 7:20 Sat.,Sun. 12:15, 2:40, 5, 7:20 Mon.,Tues. 5, 7:20 Oblivion (PG-13) Fri. 4:15, 9:50 Sat.,Sun. 1:15, 4:15, 9:50 Mon.,Tues. 4:15, 9:50 Pain & Gain (R) Fri. 4:05, 7:05, 9:55 Sat.,Sun. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05, 9:55 Mon.,Tues. 4:05, 7:05, 9:55 Iron Man 3 3D (PG-13) Fri. 4, 7, 10 Sat.,Sun. 1, 4, 7, 10 Mon.,Tues. 4, 7, 10 Iron Man 3 (PG-13) Fri. ...
May 10, 2013
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Staff report
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Entertainment+Technology
At the movies May 10-16HINESVILLE: Liberty Stadium Cinemas 565 W. Oglethorpe Hwy. 912-408-1000 The Croods (PG) Fri. 5, 7:20 Sat.,Sun. 12:15, 2:40, 5, 7:20 Mon.,Tues. 5, 7:20 Oblivion (PG-13) Fri. 4:15, 9:50 Sat.,Sun. 1:15, 4:15, 9:50 Mon.,Tues. 4:15, 9:50 Pain & Gain (R) Fri. 4:05, 7:05, 9:55 Sat.,Sun. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05, 9:55 Mon.,Tues. 4:05, 7:05, 9:55 Iron Man 3 3D (PG-13) Fri. 4, 7, 10 Sat.,Sun. 1, 4, 7, 10 Mon.,Tues. 4, 7, 10 Iron Man 3 (PG-13) Fri. ...
May 10, 2013
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Staff report
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Lifestyle
Eagle scout reunion setSAVANNAH - Eagle Scout alumni are invited to the Coastal Empire Council Boy Scouts' annual Eagle reunion and new Eagle recognition banquet Saturday, May 18, at the Elks Lodge, 183 Wilshire Blvd. in Savannah.
May 09, 2013
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Special to the Courier
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Lifestyle
Extra! extra! newspapers are not dead"Extra! Extra! Newspapers aren't dead!" This is quoted from a recent headline in USA Today. The article, by Rem Rieder, reports a new business model has taken shape that makes newspapers a mature industry and, at the same time, an emerging industry.
May 07, 2013
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By Neely Young
Guest columnist
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Opinion
Show concern for the unresolvedServing as a pastor close to a military base has been a wonderful experience for me. I have met so many wonderful people who have served our country, and for that I am grateful.
May 07, 2013
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By Pastor Steve Lane
New Beginnings Community Church
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Faith
Birth: Jeremiah BainesJeremiah Baines was born at 12:05 p.m. April 24 to Mary Floyd of Ludowici and Terrence Baines of Danville, Va.
May 07, 2013
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Staff
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Celebrations
Make sure you're ready for HeavenServing as a pastor close to a military base has been a wonderful experience for me. I have met so many wonderful people who have served our country, and for that I am grateful.
May 07, 2013
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By Pastor Brad Butler
First Baptist Church, Pembroke
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Faith
Birth: Ja’Quan Samaje HolmesJa'Quan Samaje Holmes was born at 6:12 p.m. April 23 to Shequita Holmes and Dorian Holmes of Riceboro.
May 07, 2013
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Staff
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Celebrations
God shows wack back to salvationGod created man to worship and love him. He had prepared a place for man to dwell, providing all of man's needs. (Genesis 1, 2). In doing this, God allowed for his creation, man, to be able to decide to obey him or to follow another way (Joshua 24:15).
May 07, 2013
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By Minister Riley Nelson
Richmond Hill Church of Christ
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Faith
Birth: Elizabeth Fay Nicole WillittsElizabeth Fay Nicole Willitts was born at 7:35 a.m. April 23 to Brittany Nicole Willitts of Ludowici.
May 07, 2013
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Staff
Report
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Celebrations
Saxophonist releases second albumHinesville saxophonist Bernard Rose will commemorate the release of his second studio album next month, but he also hopes his music will help him pay it forward.
May 07, 2013
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Staff report
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Entertainment+Technology
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