Entries from August 2010

Movie featuring scene shot at Hurricane Shoals coming to Athens

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Thursday, August 26. 2010
A movie with a scene shot at Hurricane Shoals Park debuts in Athens this week. “Get Low,” featuring Robert Duvall, Sissy Spacek and Bill Murray, will be at the Ciné Bar-Café-Cinema, 234 West Hancock Avenue (between Hull and Pulaski streets) in Athens Aug. 27 through Sept. 2. Show times are 5:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. on those dates ... [Full Story »] 

Jackson deputies arrest 35

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CommerceNewsTODAY
Thursday, August 26. 2010
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 people during the past week, including the following: •Demetrius Antonio Brookins, 38, 259 Azeala Drive, Jefferson, violation of probation. •Crystal Rebecca Keeney, 24, 307 Adair Street, Decatur, violation of probation. •Danny Bernard Osborne, 52, 150 Spring Court, Athens, violation of ... [Full Story »] 

Jefferson Vs. Commerce: The War Wages On

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, August 26. 2010
Can Dragons keep win streak intact? Jefferson’s seniors don’t know what it’s like to lose to Commerce and certainly don’t want to find out now. With three straight wins in the series to its credit, this Dragon class goes for the career sweep of Commerce Friday when the two teams meet for the 65th time. When asked at practice Monday, ... [Full Story »] 

‘Gail’ Puckett

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MainStreetNewsOBITS
Thursday, August 26. 2010
GAINESVILLE – Marion “Gail” Puckett, 72, died Thursday, August 26, 2010, at her residence. Born in Coral Gables, Fla., she was the daughter of the late Ralph Henry and Marian Louise Faircloth Reineke. She was employed with the City of College Park for 25 years. In later years she was a library assistant for the Murrayville Hall County ... [Full Story »] 

EDITORIAL: Courts can’t stop science

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JacksonHeraldTODAY
Thursday, August 26. 2010
A federal judge’s ruling this week that appears to have derailed federal funding of embryonic stem cell research will, in the long run, be just another bump in the road. No matter what the legal and political climate is today, the march of science will move forward. Most Americans support embryonic stem cell research, but a vocal minority has ... [Full Story »] 

Davis, defending champs return

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, August 26. 2010
For Apalachee High School, 2010 is a new day. While the Wildcats were the king of the mountain in Region 8-AAAA last season, AHS coach Shane Davis knows that’s all behind the team now. “What we did last season was special,” Davis said. “However, it’s time to move on and concentrate on this year and look at accomplishing more great ... [Full Story »] 

Thelma Blakey

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Thursday, August 26. 2010
WINDER - Thelma Blakey, 90, died Wednesday, August 25, 2010. She had resided in Barrow County for most of her life and was the daughter of the late William and Bessie Perkins Barber. Mrs. Blakey was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest C. Blakey; and a daughter, Gayle Blakey. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Ben W. ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Raiders move to 6-1 for season

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, August 26. 2010
The Madison County Lady Raiders are 6-1 for the season after shutting down North Oconee Monday night. With Apalachee visiting today, (Thursday) at 7 p.m., Madison County looks for a region win before finishing up the delayed Leadoff Classic on Saturday. Against Apalachee, the Wildcats have a one game advantage in the series between the schools, ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Leopards get set for region opener on Thurs.

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MainStreetNewsSPORTS
Thursday, August 26. 2010
The Lady Leopards took one on the chin last Friday as Banks County recorded it’s first loss during the first round of the Threads Invitational at Stephens County. Several errors contributed to the loss in what coaches said should have been a 3-0 game turned into a 7-0 game with Banks being on the short end. The loss was brushed aside as the ... [Full Story »] 

Allen Hunter Sr.

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Thursday, August 26. 2010
WATKINSVILLE - Allen Alfonzo Hunter, Sr., 86, died Wednesday, August 25, 2010, with his loving wife and family surrounding him as he ended his earthly journey to be with his Savior in heaven. Mr. Hunter╒s pride and joy was his family who continue his legacy of love: his wife, Margaret Turnbull Hunter; his children, Sheila Hunter and Michael ... [Full Story »] 
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