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Georgia public schools have a long and sorry tradition of high dropout rates, low graduation rates and an education establishment dedicated to masking the truth.
July 03, 2007
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By Bill Shipp
Columnist
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Opinion
The brown shrimp have finally entered our waters, which should improve our recreational fishing and increase the catch of trout and bass.
July 03, 2007
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By Allen Branch
Columnist
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Outdoors/Recreation
Aubrey Michelle Girasia was born on May 27 at 3:11 a.m. to Samantha and Eric Girasia. She was born at Liberty Regional Medical Center. Her maternal grandparents are Jim and Carolyn Rumsey of Pueblo West, Colo. Her paternal grandparents are Don and Penny Girasia of Belle Verno, Pa. She is welcomed by her brother, Ethan Girasia.
July 03, 2007
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Staff
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Births
Although the results for individual systems like Liberty are not available yet, the state Department of Education says the results of the 2007 Criterion-Referenced Competency Test (CRCT) show that Georgia's new curriculum is making a difference.
July 03, 2007
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By Joe Parker Jr.
Correspondent
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Education
Hundreds of cyclists pedaled into Hinesville throughout Friday, bound for "Camp Bradwell" - the next-to-last stop on a weeklong trek that took them across the state of Georgia.
July 03, 2007
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By Patty Leon
Staff Writer
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Sports
MIAMI (AP) -The director of the National Hurricane Center, who has been outspoken in warning about an aging satellite used for hurricane forecasting, was chastised Friday by a superior for his comments.
July 03, 2007
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By Jessica Gresko
Associated Press Writer
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Public Safety
Justin Robert VanArsdale was born on May 29 at 2:20 p.m. to Joanna and John VanArsdale of Ludowici. He was born at Liberty Regional Medical Center and weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 20 inches. His maternal grandparents are Robbie and Cathy Montgomery of Ludowici and Joseph Fanny of Guyton. His paternal grandfather is Kris Stovall of Lyons. He is welcomed by his sister, Natalie VanArsdale, and brother, Nathan VanArsdale.
July 03, 2007
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Staff
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Births
ATLANTA - Andruw Jones was only 19 and still had Class A dirt in his cleats when he made his debut with the Atlanta Braves in 1996.
July 03, 2007
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Associated Press
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Sports
Snelson-Golden Middle School's competition cheer squad finished second at the Summer Beach Blast in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Team members include Katie Lewis, Makaila Mueller, Adrian Vakerics, Stephen Swiatek, Aubrey Stephenson, Rachael Ray, Keli Dunlap, Brandee Craig, China Estes, Jasmine Jordan, Kaisha Porter, Zach Kipke, Morgan Townley and Courtney Simmons. Stephanie Denkins coaches the team.
July 03, 2007
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Sports
Young and old turned out for the 7th annual Walk to Dorchester fundraiser Saturday morning. Hundreds of walkers, runners and four-wheel drivers participated in the event that traces the walk many African-Americans in Liberty County took to attend classes at the historic Dorchester Academy. The academy once served as the only schooling option for African-Americans in the county. Money raised from this year's event will go toward installing protective covering over the windows and a ...
July 03, 2007
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By Andrea Washington
Staff Writer
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News
The Liberty and Long County Health Departments are urging the public to prepare now to protect their lives, loved ones and property before a storm approaches.
July 03, 2007
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Staff
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Public Safety
SAVANNAH - This weekend's RiverStreet Classic did not start off the way the South Georgia Kings 16-under team had hoped, losing 54-51 to the Riverdale Soul at Armstrong Atlantic State University.
July 03, 2007
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By Jimmy Currier
Sports Editor
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Sports
BAGHDAD - The identification cards of two American soldiers missing since an attack on their unit in May were found in an al-Qaida safe house north of Baghdad, the U.S. military said Saturday.
July 03, 2007
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Associated Press
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Military
Burglary/theft by taking May 14, 2007 Route 1, Box 240 Ludowici Someone took an air conditioner unit worth $2,000 from a temporarily abandoned home. The resident said the house has been uninhabited following a fire. The offenders also tried to take the whole power pole and meter box but were unsuccessful. *** Domestic dispute May 18, 2007 Route 3 Box 40 Ludowici Complainants reported they arrived home to find two men they previously dated in ...
July 03, 2007
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Public Safety
Two people who live next to the Liberty Square plaza on McDonald Street voiced complaints about a potential safety hazard to the Ludowici City Council during its regular meeting June 12.
July 03, 2007
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By Mike Riddle
Correspondent
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News
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