Sixth-grade Lewis Frasier Middle School student Marcel Facey does his work as usual on a Wednesday afternoon during his fourth-period class with science teacher Jeremy Meadows.
May 19, 2013
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By Danielle Hipps
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Living well
It's been more than three weeks since my athletic activities grinded to a halt due to my sprained ankle - but I'm happy to report an adorable new distraction.
May 19, 2013
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By Danielle Hipps
Columnist
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Living well
Heart 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
Winn 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
Any 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
Q: 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
Landowners 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
Four 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
Presidential 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
Island 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
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
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By Randy C. Murray
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Lifestyle
Midway 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
The 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," 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," 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
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