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Area veteran takes a stand against gender inequality in the military

Area veteran takes a stand against gender inequality in the military By Caitlyn Boza During 15 years of marriage to an active-duty female service member, Army veteran Phil Gore has noticed something unusual. "When my wife and I meet people, they always assume I'm the service member and thank me for my service. They never think to extend the same level of gratitude to my wife," he said. He said that this behavior, among others ...

June 01, 2012 | By Caitlyn Boza | Life on the Hill

Another man's treasure

Three days a week, the women of St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Episcopal Church in Richmond Hill fundraise by selling used clothing, accessories and appliances at the church's thrift store.

May 23, 2012 | By Caitlyn Boza | Life on the Hill

Park manager speaks about Civil War medical practices, tools

Armed with lancets, bone saws and lice combs, Fort McAllister Historic Park manager Danny Brown taught park visitors a thing or two about Civil War-era medical practices - and malpractices - Thursday evening.

May 09, 2012 | By Caitlyn Boza | Life on the Hill

Fort McAllister celebrates return of Civil War flag

Fort McAllister Historic Park celebrated the homecoming of a Confederate battle flag Saturday, nearly 150 years after it was surrendered to Union Maj. William Z. Clayton at the Battle of Fort McAllister.

April 25, 2012 | By Caitlyn Boza | Life on the Hill

Head of the class

It's been a good year for Elizabeth Bennett. The 10th-grade English teacher and girls basketball coach at Richmond Hill High School has received two big awards for the 2011-2012 school year - Teacher of the Year and Coach of the year. "It's very exciting, and I'm so proud of what I've accomplished," said Bennett. "It's just great. This is my life, and I'm so happy." Bennett, who has degrees from Ashland University, Armstrong Atlantic State ...

April 18, 2012 | By Caitlyn Boza | Life on the Hill

Farmers market returns for second year

The Richmond Hill Farmers Market is back for its second season and already drawing large crowds.

April 11, 2012 | By Caitlyn Boza | Life on the Hill

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