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News November 29th, 2006
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National flu vaccination week
     In recognition of National Influenza Vaccination Week, Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health is reminding Georgians that it is not too late to get vaccinated to protect against seasonal influenza, or "flu." Anyone that wants to reduce their risk of catching the flu should
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Training teaches stormwater pond management Dec. 4
     University of Georgia Whether it's a trickle or rapid runoff, rainwater has to go somewhere when it hits the ground. That somewhere includes stormwater management ponds, and a University of Georgia class will provide information on keeping them in good shape.
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Jail Activity
     The following persons have been booked into Emanuel County Jail, according to Emanuel County Sheriff Tyson Stephens, on warrants obtained by one of several local law enforcement agencies, designated by each name: Drug Task Force (DTF); Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI); Georgia Department of Par
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Police Report
     Swainsboro police officers reported the following cases:
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Sheriff's Report
     Emanuel County Sheriff's deputies reported the following cases:
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One cited for DUI
     The following is a list of all DUI citations released
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Runoff slated Dec. 5
     Secretary of State Cathy Cox reminded Georgia voters that a statewide runoff will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5, in the race for Public Service Commissioner, District 3. In addition to the statewide contest that will appear on all ballots throughout Georgia, there will also be four Superior Court runof
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DAR plans trip to Meadow Garden
     Saturday, Dec. 16, members of the Governor David Emanuel Chaper DAR will leave Swainsboro at 9:45 a.m. for a trip to Meadow Garden, Augusta for lunch and a tour. Meadow Garden is the historic farm home of George Walton. Co-hostesses will be Nita Livingston and Angie Russell.
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Mountain to perform in Augusta tonight
     Andre Mountain will be performing at Tribeca Buddha Lounge Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 9 p.m. at Tribeca Buddha Lounge in Augusta.
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Religious News
     Rock Worship Rock Worship Center in Stillmore will welcome Evangelist Ann Braswell during the 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. services Sunday, Dec. 3. Pastor is Rev. Ronnie Collins.
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Roses are a knockout in gardeners' eyes
By Jim Crawford University of Georgia
     It's every homeowner's dream: the beauty and color of landscape flowering plants without a lot of maintenance to keep them healthy and vigorous.
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Georgia pecan crop down, quality up, prices steady
By Kristen Plank University of Georgia
     Experts say Georgia's 2006 pecan crop will be only about half of last year's harvest, but the quality of the nuts is particularly good. And despite the short crop, prices shouldn't change much.
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Research-industry relationship helps fight termites
By Jamie Hamblin University of Georgia
     Despite their size, termites make their presence known in Georgia in pronounced and expensive ways.
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To be noted
     Santa Claus is flying into town Sat. Dec. 2,
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Don't forget!
     "Carols On The Square" Thursday, Nov. 30, 5:00p.m.
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Twin City News:
Families gather for Thanksgiving
By Betty Turner Area Correspondent
     The flowers placed in the Twin City United Methodist Church, dedicated to the glory of God and in honor of Keith and Cheryl Womack on their 26th wedding anniversary, are by Derriel and Janice Hendley.
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Oak Park News:
Mt. Zion Baptist Church to hold Sing
By EUDENE PEEBLES Area Correspondent
     The Mount Zion Baptist Church on Hwy 86 South of Oak Park will have a sing Saturday night, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. Featured singers will be "Eternal Vision," from Tennessee. They will have refreshments after the sing. The pastor is Rev. Larry Hightower.
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Keep Emanuel Beautiful holds Nov. meeting
     Holiday decorations around Emanuel County was one of the topics discussed at the November Keep Emanuel Beautiful meeting. Help from the public is needed to locate the best decorated locations in the community. The list will be available
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Citizens Bank announces Student Advisory Board
     President Milton Gray of the Citizens Bank of Swainsboro announced the naming of the Bank's first Student Advisory Board. "The purpose of the Board is to expose young adults to the world of banking, while at the same time provide other programs that will encourage the students to become productive a
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Looking back over the years in Emanuel County
     5 Years Ago Former NASCAR driver Ted Musgrave and fellow competitor Scott Riggs visited Swainsboro. They were escorted by Swainsboro Police to the Chrystlar dealership.
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EGC offers ICLE trial advocacy seminar
     East Georgia College will offer the live satellite seminar "Trial Advocacy" on Friday Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Gambrell J503 in the library. The seminar is sponsored by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) and will provide six Continuing Legal Education hours including one Et
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To be noted
Savvy Senior on 'Today'
     Savvy Senior columnist Jim Miller will appear on NBC's Today show Friday, Dec. 1, demonstrating new and unique holiday gift ideas for seniors. For information, visit www.savvysenior.org or log on to the Today show Web site at www.today.msnbc.com. Miller's column appear weekly in
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To be noted
Ribbon cutting
     A ribbon cutting for Second Hand Styles at 121 South Green Street in Swainsboro will be held Thursday, Nov. 30 at 10 a.m.
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Equine education courses set
University of Georgia
     To help Georgia horse owners care for their more than 230,000 horses, University of Georgia animal scientists have scheduled two equine care short courses Dec. 6-7.
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