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News July 17, 2008  RSS feed
Leathersville News
      .. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cox of Greenwood visited Mr. and Mrs. William Bentley Wednesday afternoon. .. Mr. and Mrs. Dudley Bryant attended the 50th Wedding Anniversary reception for Rev. and Mrs. Roy Cates at Fishing Creek Church on Saturday, June 28.
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Grandkids Day at the park
      What do you get when you combine dozens of grandkids from all over with hotdogs with all the trimmings, chips and ice cream? A bunch of happy kids! That is what the historical society did in its second annual Grandkids Day, held at the Lincoln County Historical Park.
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Visitors pack park for fireworks
      Elijah Clark State Park was filled to the brim on Saturday, July 5 for the Thunder over Thurmond fireworks. Approximately 621 vehicles entered the park with approximately 2,000 visitors for the day, along with registered campers.
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Kirkland selected as Firefighter First Responder of the Year
      Perry Kirkland was selected by the Chapter Companions of the Augusta Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) as Outstanding Firefighter and First Responder of the Year for Lincoln County. During his years with the Lincoln County Department of Public Safety, his knowledge of the fire service and the community is reassuring to the citizens of Lincoln County.
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Genealogy, lineage workshop to be held at MW library
      A free Genealogy and Lineage Workshop sponsored by the GASSAR, the Samuel Elbert Chapter SAR, and the Kettle Creek NSDAR will be conducted at the Mary Willis Library, 204 E. Liberty Street in Washington, GA on August 8th and 9th.
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Summer camp at Rock Eagle
      Twenty-four Lincoln Co. Cloverleaf 4-H'ers, one teen leader and two adult leaders attended Rock Eagle 4- H Center for a wonderful week of summer camp on June 30 through July 4, 2008. Summer camp at Rock Eagle is truly a magical experience that 4-Hers will never forget.
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Deputy Byrd selected as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
      Deputy Wilmer Byrd was selected by the Chapter Companions of the Augusta Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars, as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for Lincoln County. During his years of service, he has been motivated and dedicated in achieving his assigned tasks in law enforcement.
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Committee nomination deadline nears
      Teresa Lasseter, administrator of USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA), today reminded farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural producers that they have until August 1, 2008, to nominate eligible candidates to serve on local FSA county committees.
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Ribbon cutting ceremony for Office Xpress
      The Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Office Xpress on Thursday, July 10th.
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Bennett to perform with Redcoat Band
      "Ever since I can remember, the only thing I have ever wanted to do was twirl a baton," said Julie Bennett, who has been a featured twirler with the LCHS Red Devil Pride Marching Band for the past five years. "When I pick up a baton and twirl, I am in my own world. I spend hours outside my house twirling, while listening to music.
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BLOSSOM-END ROT
      In most cases, blossom-end rot on tomatoes, peppers, squash and watermelons can be prevented, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service. Maintaining uniform soil moisture by mulching and watering correctly. Plant in well-drained soil and don't cultivate deeper than 1 inch within 1 foot of the plant. And avoid using high-nitrogen fertilizers.
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