Sunday, March 3, 2002
Departure of Lakeside coach raises big issues
Mindy Jeffers referred to a hypocritical lynch mob in her Feb. 27 column in The News-Times. I think we need to get the skeletons out of the closet and come clean on what Ed Koester specifically did at Arlington Heights High School. We also need to openly identify the culprits and their motivations for bringing down Ed Koester as football coach at Lakeside High School.
Departure of Lakeside coach raises big issues
Mindy Jeffers referred to a hypocritical lynch mob in her Feb. 27 column in The News-Times. I think we need to get the skeletons out of the closet and come clean on what Ed Koester specifically did at Arlington Heights High School. We also need to openly identify the culprits and their motivations for bringing down Ed Koester as football coach at Lakeside High School.
Spanish content appreciated, but needs work
I would like to congratulate The Columbia County News-Times for offering its Columbia Digest in Spanish.
Spanish content appreciated, but needs work
I would like to congratulate The Columbia County News-Times for offering its Columbia Digest in Spanish.
North Belair project should get citizen input
Traffic is a great concern to all citizens of Columbia County. The countys infrastructure has tried to keep up with the incredible growth that we have had over the past 10 years. Furys Ferry Road, Davis Road, and Riverwatch Parkway are in the process of being upgraded to meet future traffic demands.
North Belair project should get citizen input
Traffic is a great concern to all citizens of Columbia County. The countys infrastructure has tried to keep up with the incredible growth that we have had over the past 10 years. Furys Ferry Road, Davis Road, and Riverwatch Parkway are in the process of being upgraded to meet future traffic demands.
Pupils get taste of college
PREPing for the future, Planning ahead
School board seeks parents' input
A public hearing has been set for parents to voice their opinions on proposed elementary curriculum guidelines.
New owners ready to run speedway
The green light has been given for the return of stock car racing in Columbia County.
Double duty ahead for principal
Lakeside High School's newly-named principal Jeff Carney, the current principal of Greenbrier Middle School, may soon be putting a lot of miles on his car.
Midland graduate takes part in Unitas
ABOARD USS BRADLEY - The Latin word for unity, Unitas, is also used to designate one of the oldest annual exercises ever held by the U.S. Navy, which has become a tradition that embodies the U.S. Commitment and support to peace and stability in South America. For more than 40 years, Unitas has provided an excellent opportunity for naval forces from different nations of the Americas to participate in training exercises designed to strengthen multinational coalition, force interoperability and hemispheric defense.
School board seeks parents' input
A public hearing has been set for parents to voice their opinions on proposed elementary curriculum guidelines.
Pupils get taste of college
PREPing for the future, Planning ahead
Midland graduate takes part in Unitas
ABOARD USS BRADLEY - The Latin word for unity, Unitas, is also used to designate one of the oldest annual exercises ever held by the U.S. Navy, which has become a tradition that embodies the U.S. Commitment and support to peace and stability in South America. For more than 40 years, Unitas has provided an excellent opportunity for naval forces from different nations of the Americas to participate in training exercises designed to strengthen multinational coalition, force interoperability and hemispheric defense.
Off-duty firefighter rescues resident
On Feb. 25, like many other nights, the 63-year-old was having problems sleeping and breathing. She had just been treated for Bronchitis and was using an oxygen machine to help her breath.
Off-duty firefighter rescues resident
On Feb. 25, like many other nights, the 63-year-old was having problems sleeping and breathing. She had just been treated for Bronchitis and was using an oxygen machine to help her breath.
New owners ready to run speedway
The green light has been given for the return of stock car racing in Columbia County.
Double duty ahead for principal
Lakeside High School's newly-named principal Jeff Carney, the current principal of Greenbrier Middle School, may soon be putting a lot of miles on his car.
Current events
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office, in conjunction with Oakbrook Subdivision, will be holding an Neighborhood Watch meeting Thursday, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be at Baker Woods Baptist Church, 470 Furys Ferry Road in Martinez.
Resumen del Espanol
Noticias de la mesa directiva de las escuelas
Columbia digest
Governor Roy Barnes has proclaimed the week of March 4-8 as School Board Member Appreciation Week in Georgia.
Columbia digest
Governor Roy Barnes has proclaimed the week of March 4-8 as School Board Member Appreciation Week in Georgia.
Columbia newsmakers
Amy Hendrickson, daughter of Phil and Carol Hendrickson of Martinez was recently named to the Dean's List at Georgia College and State University of Milledgeville for the fall 2001 semester. She is a 2001 graduate of Evans High School.
Property transfers
Gina M. LaSalle to David Spinks & Bronnie H. Spinks, 812 Sparkleberry Road,$200,000
Time capsule
As reported in The Columbia News 47 years ago on Thursday, Mar. 3, 1955.
Police reports
The following accounts were taken from reports filed with the Columbia County Sheriff's office.
Property transfers
Gina M. LaSalle to David Spinks & Bronnie H. Spinks, 812 Sparkleberry Road,$200,000
Resumen del Espanol
Noticias de la mesa directiva de las escuelas
Police reports
The following accounts were taken from reports filed with the Columbia County Sheriff's office.
Current events
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office, in conjunction with Oakbrook Subdivision, will be holding an Neighborhood Watch meeting Thursday, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be at Baker Woods Baptist Church, 470 Furys Ferry Road in Martinez.
Time capsule
As reported in The Columbia News 47 years ago on Thursday, Mar. 3, 1955.
Get up and go
Reading Success Inc. will be hosting a test-taking seminar on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. The seminar will be held at Augusta State University's New Science Building, room W1002. The keynote speaker is Sandra Mashburn, M.Ed., Reading and Learning Disabilities Specialist. The seminar will be held at no charge for parents, teachers, and students grades 3-12.
Columbia newsmakers
Amy Hendrickson, daughter of Phil and Carol Hendrickson of Martinez was recently named to the Dean's List at Georgia College and State University of Milledgeville for the fall 2001 semester. She is a 2001 graduate of Evans High School.
Get up and go
Reading Success Inc. will be hosting a test-taking seminar on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. The seminar will be held at Augusta State University's New Science Building, room W1002. The keynote speaker is Sandra Mashburn, M.Ed., Reading and Learning Disabilities Specialist. The seminar will be held at no charge for parents, teachers, and students grades 3-12.
Fee skippers protected by suit
Conservation is supposed to be the name of the game in Columbia Countys stormwater utility, a two-year-old fee designed to help improve and preserve stormwater retention systems and natural waterways.
No welcome for outsiders
In an election year, lawmakers in Atlanta tiptoe around controversial issues so voters election day memories are only of peace and harmony. Still, that hasnt stopped Columbia Countys legislators from promoting significant legislation - some that will change the countys government, and one that could change the school system.
Not what we expected
I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.
Not what we expected
I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.
No welcome for outsiders
In an election year, lawmakers in Atlanta tiptoe around controversial issues so voters election day memories are only of peace and harmony. Still, that hasnt stopped Columbia Countys legislators from promoting significant legislation - some that will change the countys government, and one that could change the school system.
Fee skippers protected by suit
Conservation is supposed to be the name of the game in Columbia Countys stormwater utility, a two-year-old fee designed to help improve and preserve stormwater retention systems and natural waterways.
Sports briefs
Competing for Greater Augusta Swimming, Columbia County residents J.R. Barrett and Katie Croft placed at the Georgia Swimming State Championships held last weekend in Savannah.
Panthers hope experience will earn them a state title
Many factors go into a high school baseball team winning a state championship, and luck certainly plays a part.
Coach aims to turn young pups into winning dogs
Jimmie Lewis has been in this position before.
Panthers hope experience will earn them a state title
Many factors go into a high school baseball team winning a state championship, and luck certainly plays a part.
Season plays out in winning style
Bottom Line - Column/commentary by Ashley Brown - this is A.B.'s all-county basketball team, plus extra accolades for top players and coaches.
Season plays out in winning style
Bottom Line - Column/commentary by Ashley Brown - this is A.B.'s all-county basketball team, plus extra accolades for top players and coaches.
Sports briefs
Competing for Greater Augusta Swimming, Columbia County residents J.R. Barrett and Katie Croft placed at the Georgia Swimming State Championships held last weekend in Savannah.
Coach aims to turn young pups into winning dogs
Jimmie Lewis has been in this position before.