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Bulldogs receive Championship trophy
By JERRY HOWELL
      In Twin City, a very special team and special group of people gathered in the auditorium on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008. The Bulldog Nation was honored with the presentation of the Class AState Championship trophy. Bulldog Alumni, Patty Hendley, had the honor and pleasure of presenting the trophy to M...
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A meal fit for Champions
     The ECI Bulldogs were honored with a steak dinner on Monday night, Jan. 14 at Ware's Barbecue in recognition of their outstanding season and state championship win. The meal was hosted by Daniels Chevrolet and Ware's Barbecue.
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ECI Football Banquet
      The ECI Football Banquet will be held Monday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. at the East Georgia College Gymnasium. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the ECI office through January 30.
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SHS wrestling competes at Mark Toomey Invitational
      Swainsboro High School Wrestling team recently competed in the Mark Toomey Invitational in Savannah and both the Varsity and Junior varsity teams placed in their divisions. The Varsity team placed 5th out of 18 teams and the Junior varsity placed 3rd out of 17 teams, and most of the teams compe...
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DEA wrestling places fourth
BY JAMES FERRY
      David Emanuel Academy hosted the A/AAInvitation this past Saturday. Since GISA groups all wrestling schools in one classification for competition purposes, this tournament is a chance for smaller classification schools to compete. DEA placed six wrestlers in the top four and placed fourth as a tea...
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Harris nabs 'monster' at forward
By Heath A. Smith Democrat Staff Writer
      Florida A&M men's basketball coach Eugene Harris has received a big commitment for the 2008- 2009 season with emphasis on the word "big." Cecil Bent, a 6-foot-9, 290- pound center out of Swainsboro (Ga.) High School, has announced his intentions to sign with FAMU.
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DEA rallies to beat Citizens CA
BY ANDY CALLAWAY
      David Emanuel Academy rallied from a 22-6 first quarter deficit and posted a 43-40 win over Citizens Christian Academy in Douglas on Tuesday, Jan. 15. The win was the first in Douglas in over 12 years for the Lady Eagles. "This was a huge win for us.
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SECRD Gym to open on Tuesday nights and weekends
      Swainsboro-Emanuel County Recreation Department Gym will be open on Tuesday nights effective Jan. 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. for adults to play basketball. The gym will also be open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons effective Jan. 26 for adults and youth to play. Weekend hours are 2 to 4 p.m. for youth 1...
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Beth Lane
      Beth Lane of Swainsboro participated in the 12th Annual Museum of Aviation 5K Run held Saturday, Jan. 19 in Warner Robins. She won 1st place in her age group.
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Balanced attack leads DEA past Providence
By ANDY CALLAWAY
      Four players reached double figures as David Emanuel Academy took a 64-50 basketball victory over Providence Christian last Friday night in Stillmore. Gavin Harper led the way with 18 points while Joseph Sparks tallied 17, Brandon Blount netted 14 and Hudson Johnson chipped in with 11.
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