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News November 28th, 2007
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Police Report
      Swainsboro police officers reported the following cases: Nov. 18 Shane Carter, 37, 833 W. Moring St., Swainsboro was arrested for disorderly conduct. Nov.
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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:
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Sheriff's Report
      Emanuel County Sheriff's deputies reported the following cases: Nov. 19 A Canoochee Rd., Swainsboro man reported someone broke into two of his vehicles and stole $250 in groceries and tools. A Flynt Lake Rd.
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One cited for DUI
      The following is a list of all DUI citations released from files of Georgia State Patrol for Emanuel County and Swainsboro Police Department this week. Those cited for DUI are as follows: Georgia State Patrol: Cheryl Denise Martin, 29, 129 Green Willow Dr., Vidalia, Nov. 18, 3:51 a.m.
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Notes from the Senate
BY SEN. JACK HILL 4th DISTRICT
      Governor Perdue and Governor Sanford of S.C. announced a joint venture last week that will result in the construction of a new port on the S.C. side of the Savannah River on property owned by the Georgia Department of Transportation.
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Religious News
      Ada Grove Pentecostal Outreach Deliverance revival with Apostle T.V. Outen will be held at Ada Grove Pentecostal Church in the Cross-Green Community Dec. 1-2 at 8 a.m.; Dec. 3-7 at 7 p.m.; and Dec. 8 at 8 a.m.
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Dayfall concert slated December 15
      Advance tickets for the Dayfall Concert to benefit the Emanuel Arts Council are currently on sale. Beginning at 8 p.m., the event takes place on Saturday, Dec. 15 at Swainsboro Emanuel County auditorium.
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Looking back over the years in Emanuel County...
      5 Years Ago The Emanuel County Hospital Authority announced plans for a $10 million expansion and renovation project at the Emanuel Medical Center. The project was paid for through hospital reserves and money from bond financing and none came from local taxes.
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EGC students earn certification through UGA's SPECTRUM program
      East Georgia College Alumni Mandy Anderson, Holly Canady, Kimberly Heath, and Arlene Tincher have benefited from the University of Georgia's new Web-based program called Special Education Training on the Web: Certification, Undergraduate, and Mentoring (SPECTRUM), a five-year "Transition to Teach"...
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CCR&R to hold training for child care providers
      Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Agency of East Central Georgia of Swainsboro Technical College will offer a Temperament Traits of Toddlers workshop from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. and an Ages and Stages workshop from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 8.
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Learning by example
By Elisha Greeley Smith Center for Rural Affairs
      Nationwide, 20 percent of new teachers leave the classroom within three years, according to the National Education Association. This creates a problem especially in rural areas, where retaining teachers is a challenge, but attracting teachers can be difficult as well.
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SES, SPS career fair!
      Swainsboro Elementary School and Swainsboro Primary School recently held their annual Career Fair. Here are a couple of photos of the students getting firsthand instruction on horses and goats. Agreat time was had by all!
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Honoring veterans
      In a spirit of patriotism, the Governor David Emanuel Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution met Sunday, Nov. 11 at 3 p.m. in the George L. Smith Room of the Franklin Memorial Library.
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Luncheon honors Lamb and bridesmaids
      A bride and bridesmaids luncheon was given for Alison Lamb, bride elect of Dr. Brent Hudson. The special event was held at the Edenfield House Inn on Aug. 24 at 11:30 a.m. The event was hosted by Mrs. Anita Lewis and Miss Evamarie McRae. The beautiful doors were decorated with grapevine wreaths w...
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Twin City News:
E.C.I. football team wins again
By BETTY TURNER Area Correspondent
      On Wednesday some of the Faulkner family got together to celebrate Thanksgiving at the Coleman House in Swainsboro.
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Green-industry profits withering
By Sharon Omahen University of Georgia
      Severe water restrictions may have you cutting the number of times you wash your car, clothe s and pets. But if you rely on landscaping for your l ivelihood, the drought is likely cutting the size of y our wallet, too.
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Tribute to veterans held at Library
      In a spirit of patriotism, the Governor David Emanuel Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution met Sunday, Nov. 11 at 3 p.m. in the George L. Smith Room of the Franklin Memorial Library.
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Oak Park News:
Vidalia First Assembly of God to have special guests
By EUDENE PEEBLES Area Correspondent
      The Vidalia First Assembly of God will have some special guest Sunday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. "Christmas with the Keffers." A special Christmas service with the Keffers! An evening of fun and fellowship that you don't want to miss. The pastor is Rev. David Knight.
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Georgia DOE visiting Swainsboro December 4
      The Georgia Department of Education will be in Swainsboro Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria of Swainsboro Middle School to host a Parent Meeting for parents of students with disabilities in the Emanuel County School System.
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National Fair awards local 4-H
      Georgia National Fair recognizes two counties annually for outstanding member participation and achievement. For the second consecutive year, the Reserve Superior Performance Award has been won by Emanuel County 4-H. The local office received the plaque and a check for $750. The Georgia National F...
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CCR&R attends Chicago conference November 7-10
      Child Care Resource and Referral Agency of East Central Georgia at Swainsboro Technical College Director, Angela Hines and Quality Improvement Specialist, Ola Smith, along with more than 20,000 early childhood professionals from around the world attended the National Association for the Education...
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Lady beetles-Indoor invaders not ladies
By Sharon Omahen University of Georgia
      A roaring fire in the hearth, coats and mittens hanging in the foyer and windblown leaves racing around outside are all signs that winter has arrived. Many Georgians may want to add "lady beetles on the ceilings" to that list.
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Christmas art workshop slated at library
      Franklin Memorial Library will be offering a Christmas Art Workshop Nov. 29 at 4 p.m. Participants will make mock stained glass ornaments to display on the library Christmas tree. They will also paint and decorate two white ceramic mugs, one for a keepsake or gift giving and one to be given to lib...
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To be noted
      Fundraiser for the Ogeechee Relay for Life team Do you know a child who would like a Letter from Santa? Contact Santa's Secretary - Dawn at ogeecheerelay4life@y ahoo.com or call 478-494-0050. $5.
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