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Bill Shipp – The wave of the future?

If historical Georgia had adopted a law similar to the proposed Cherokee County illegal alien renters' ordinance, the Peach State would be a far different place. Our population would include fewer Irish boozers, English ne'er-do-wells, Yankee carpetbaggers and Florida refugees. We also might have a paucity of talented tenors, exceptional sailors, inspiring preachers and go-go business leaders.

December 18, 2006 | | Columnists


Bill Shipp – Georgia happy with second-rate leadership

Gov. Sonny Perdue and his legislative leaders have sent Georgians a clear message, which goes something like this: "Do not expect any grand reform initiatives from state government in the next four years. Georgians let us know in the Nov. 7 election that they are happy about the way things are going. They do not want to rock the boat, and we are not going to rock it."

December 18, 2006 | | Columnists


Bill Shipp – New Georgia’s amazing politics

The fabled New Georgia, promised to appear at any moment since Republicans took power four years ago, emerged in full view in last week's governor's race.

December 18, 2006 | | Columnists


Luke Martin – The benefits of a 3-7 season

Many Georgia Southern football fans are disappointed with the results of this year's team. Coming off an 8-3 regular season and – well, there's no good way to say this – a collapse in the second half of their playoff game against Texas State, many fans were looking forward to a championship run this year with much of last year's team coming back.

December 18, 2006 | | Columnists


GSU event Friday not 1906 Society Gala

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December 18, 2006 | | Letters To The Editor


Letter – Let’s keep the 'Christ' in Christmas

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December 18, 2006 | | Letters To The Editor


Letter – Superintendent letter bothers reader

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December 18, 2006 | | Letters To The Editor


Letter – More about SEBHS coach resignation

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December 18, 2006 | | Letters To The Editor


Letter – The Thanksgiving reality

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December 18, 2006 | | Letters To The Editor


Letter – Thanks for successful Attic Sale

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December 18, 2006 | | Letters To The Editor


Soundoff 11/28

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December 18, 2006 | From staff reports | Soundoff


Tornado kills at least 8 in N.C.; storms blamed for 12 deaths

RIEGELWOOD, N.C. - A tornado flipped cars, shredded trees and ripped mobile homes to pieces in this little riverside community early Thursday, killing at least eight people, authorities said.

December 18, 2006 | By ESTES THOMPSON Associated Press Writer | Nation


Legendary slugger Babe Ruth played exhibition against team from Georgia Teachers College

George Herman "Babe" Ruth, played at every level of baseball. He started his career with the farm team of the Baltimore Orioles, and the moved up to the big game when he signed with the Boston Red Sox in 1914.

December 18, 2006 | By ROGER ALLEN Special to the Herald | Life


Statesboro was site of game with youngest player ever

Statesboro took part in another piece of baseball history, but this time those playing in Statesboro actually created it, rather than just observing.

December 18, 2006 | By ROGER ALLEN Special to the Herald | Life


After ‘Black Sox’ scandal, Joe Jackson and Waycross team played 3 games in Statesboro

Another legend of baseball made an appearance in the Coastal Empire, actually coming to Statesboro itself.

December 18, 2006 | By ROGER ALLEN Special to the Herald | Life


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Saltalamacchia peppers Braves, Marlins win

ATLANTA - Jarrod Saltalamacchia drove in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, Henderson Alvarez won for the first time in three starts and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Thursday.

July 24, 2014 | The Associated Press | Atlanta Braves


Georgia Southern AD, SBC commish address potential NCAA changes

On Tuesday at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans at the Sun Belt Football Media Day, SBC commissioner Karl Benson expressed his support for a recent proposal that would change the NCAA Division-I landscape.

July 24, 2014 | By MATT YOGUS myogus@statesboroherald.com | Georgia Southern


Big 12's Bowlsby against changes

DALLAS - Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby had a dire warning Monday for anyone who likes intercollegiate athletics the way they are now.

July 24, 2014 | By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer | Sports


White signs 4-year extension

FLOWERY BRANCH - The Atlanta Falcons agreed to a four-year extension with receiver Roddy White on the eve of training camp on Thursday.

July 24, 2014 | The Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons


NCAA enforcement director defends investigators

INDIANAPOLIS - Jonathan Duncan understands that a perfect NCAA enforcement division won't catch every cheater in college sports. He still believes his team is getting the job done.

July 24, 2014 | The Associated Press | Sports


Pucker up! NASCAR returns to Brickyard

INDIANAPOLIS - Dale Jarrett loved his win so much he had to celebrate it with a kiss.

July 24, 2014 | The Associated Press | NASCAR


How to save hundreds on your family’s cell phone bill

Over the last two decades, cell phones have gone from an expensive (and bulky!) luxury to an absolute necessity - the latter definition, of course, coming from your kids. But the way society is moving, it's becoming more and more difficult to deny that fact. Parents want their kids to have a way to call home in case of an emergency. Kids want to be able to be in contact with their friends.

July 24, 2014 | By BEN LUTHI Deseret News National | Hot topics


7 relationship problems you should stop arguing about

As a marriage counselor, I see all sorts of couples in my office. They come to me with problems ranging from infidelity to not putting the cap back on the toothpaste. When they decide to go to marriage counseling, most couples have decided that their problems are so big that they need to get it sorted out - or else. However, there are a lot of problems couples have that aren't really problems at all. They're small enough that it's not really worth the argument.

July 24, 2014 | By AARON ANDERSON Deseret News National | Hot topics


Atlanta fugitive arrested in Claxton

A woman wanted in the 2012 shooting of her ex-boyfriend in Atlanta was apprehended Tuesday, at Claxton Poultry, according to Atlanta police.

July 24, 2014 | Special to the Herald | Local


The best and worst states for working parents: How does yours stack up?

The United States falls behind other countries in terms of federal protection and support for working parents. Individual states can implement policies to make it easier to be both a parent and an employee, but a report from the National Partnership for Women and Families shows that states don't rank too high, either.

July 24, 2014 | By EMILY HALES Deseret News National | Hot topics


5 scientifically proven ways to be happier

Pharrell William's song, "Happy", has topped the music charts and kept people dancing all summer long. But do those who "clap along" really know what makes them happy?

July 24, 2014 | By KATELYN CARMAN Deseret News National | Hot topics


July 24 - Mr. Austin Emerson Deal, age 81, died Tuesday, July 22, 2014, at his residence under the c

Mr. Austin Emerson Deal

July 23, 2014 | | Obituaries


Braves bounce back

ATLANTA - Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, Ervin Santana won his second straight start and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 on Wednesday night.

July 23, 2014 | The Associated Press | Atlanta Braves


Troops entertain Junior, Rahal

EDINBURGH, Ind. - Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Graham Rahal are used to occasional fireworks when drivers get upset at the track.

July 23, 2014 | By JIM JOHNSON Associated Press | NASCAR


Getting to know gameday in the Sun Belt

NEW ORLEANS -- Georgia Southern and Appalachian State have long been known for having two of the best gameday atmospheres in the Football Championship Subdivision.

July 23, 2014 | By MATT YOGUS myogus@statesboroherald.com | Georgia Southern


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