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A special thanks to those who have served
I was the last-born child in the Cook family of Winder, the baby in a series of four — three girls and one boy. My mother declared I was planned as long as she was on this earth, and I let her thin...
Apr 10, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
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Funding high school sports programs is always a challenge
By James R. Westbury Jr. Guest columnist In recent days, some have expressed concern over the ticket prices for football games at Memorial Stadium. Of particular interest is the annual rivalry ga...
Sep 09, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 21 21 recommendations | email to a friend
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Remembering ‘The Forgotten War’
The other day I was driving in to work and noticed a bumper sticker that said “I Remember Korea.” Sadly in our country, most people have forgotten. In fact, the Korean War is often referred to as ...
Aug 03, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 22 22 recommendations | email to a friend
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Never forget
“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” John 14:13 Thomas Bennett was an all-American boy. He grew up in a small town (Morgantown, W.Va.), was in the Bo...
May 25, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 27 27 recommendations | email to a friend
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Will new Congress finally put the reins on spending?
For many people the holiday season is a time of escape, as we put aside our worries to focus on spending time with our family and taking some time off work. But, for most people, it’s time to head ...
Jan 05, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 29 29 recommendations | email to a friend
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Economy starting to show some signs of improvement
In recent years, there have been very few signals that the economy — both locally and statewide — is improving. However, two developments lead us to believe that 2011 could bring a better economy f...
Dec 06, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 28 28 recommendations | email to a friend
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First Fridays draws attention to local businesses
Nov 30, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 30 30 recommendations | email to a friend
Consumers have a lot of clout. They determine what businesses survive and what businesses don’t. And, when the economy is struggling, consumers become even more powerful, as businesses seek to keep...
Head’s leadership will be remembered
Oct 15, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 27 27 recommendations | email to a friend
Local politics can turn ugly, as arguments over issues develop into personal battles between two sides. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Former Griffin Mayor Raymond Head Jr. proved that. Head, ...
State universities should serve state taxpayers, not illegal immigrants
Oct 14, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 24 24 recommendations | email to a friend
The American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia is showing its support for illegal immigrants, and its lack of concern for Georgia taxpayers. The ACLU of Georgia issued a statement on Monday urging t...
SCTC continues to be major player in community
Sep 14, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 38 38 recommendations | email to a friend
Like other communities, Griffin has had its share of success stories as well as disappointments when it comes to attracting new industry and retaining existing industry. The community was hit hard ...
Griffin mourns loss of Marine
Sep 07, 2010 | 1 1 comments | 46 46 recommendations | email to a friend
The death of Lance Cpl. Christopher Blake Rodgers was a blow to this community that will be felt for many months and years to come. We extend our sympathy to the family of Rodgers. Like the death o...
High school football has something for everyone
Aug 30, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 28 28 recommendations | email to a friend
The local high school football season began in earnest Friday night, with a match-up between Griffin High School and Spalding High School. We only have one question. How come it took so long for fo...
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