God's strategy and Satan's tactics

While reading a book on business, I came across an interesting idea: A business owner should have a strategic view and not a tactical view of his or her business.

Urge to compare children is hard to resist

I'm finding it hard not to compare my child to others her age. Reese is healthy, communicative, active and right where she needs to be developmentally. At her 1-year checkup, our pediatrician was pleased with her growth and progress. He assured me she is hitting all of her milestones right on target. That news was music to my ears because, just like every parent on the planet, all I want is for my little girl to live a long, healthy, happy life.

And do you want fries with that cricket?

MOULTRIE - Most of us have seen the Chick-fil-A signs that urge us to "eat more chicken." So would you ever expect to see one that says, "eat more crickets?"

Taking on the three major decisions

In the next few weeks, many area teens will receive their diplomas, which means that they officially will be graduated.

God invites you to trust Him

I believe that God is absolutely sovereign. That means that he is in control of all things, and that nothing is outside of his authority. He is the one and only God. He knows all things. He is all-powerful.

God plans for man's salvation

When man was created and placed in the Garden of Eden, God's plan of creation was completed. Man giving in to Satan turned this scene into a wicked and ugly one.

More definitely equals less in hot weather

I love that commercial for the cellphone company in which the guy is hanging out with the children and asking them questions like, "Is it better to be slow or fast?" or "Is it better having less or more?" The kids give answers that are precious and usually spin into extreme jibber-jabber.

Diaries offer glimpse into history

Editor note: This is the second of a three-part series. It is not running three consecutive weeks but over a four-week period.

Post's outdoor pools opening

A welcome ruling on landfill

North Bryan residents who fought against Atlantic Waste's bid to open a landfill near Black Creek have reason to celebrate, now that Atlantic Judicial Circuit Judge David Cavender has ruled in favor of Bryan County.

Exchange Club seeking WWII vets

The Exchange Club of Richmond Hill is planning a World War II Remembrance Program on May 22. The guest speaker will be Paul Grassey, a B-24 pilot with the 8th Air Force; having flown 13 combat missions during the war.

Community announcements for May 20

A fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society called "Dine Out to Knockout Cancer" will be held Tuesday in Richmond Hill. The event is hosted by Lifesavers, Team Dylan and Team Evan, who are joining forces with several local restaurants to find a cure for cancer.

Celebrating two faithful servants

Members of Fellowship of Love in Allenhurst are pausing today to express their love and appreciation for their leaders - and celebrating in a big way.

Garrison commander: Furloughs will hurt economy

Col. Kevin Gregory, U.S. Army Garrison commander for Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield, reported to the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce during its Progress Through People Luncheon on Thursday at Connection Church.

Large landowners can cut taxes

Landowners in Georgia may have a chance to cut their income taxes in half.

Community announcements

Code enforcement Yard or garage sale signs are not to be attached to any utility poles, light poles or road signs of any type within the Richmond Hill city limits. Yard or garage sale signs are permitted as long as they are freestanding. the peson having the sale must remove the signs as soon as the sale is finished. In addition, the property near Sterling Creek Bridge on Hwy. ...

President gives post employees a holiday

Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield federal employees will have a federal holiday on Dec. 24 because of an executive order by President George W. Bush, according to a press release issued Thursday by Fort Stewart's Public Affairs Office.

Attend a 3rd Heavy BCT briefing in Iraq

Col. Wayne Grigsby, commander of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, briefed bloggers in a conference call/video session Thursday morning. The video of his opening statement is in the media player at left.

RHMS netters wrap up first year

The Richmond Hill Middle School girls enjoyed a very rewarding first year of tennis. About two dozen 6th, 7th and 8th grade students participated in the inaugural program. The season ran during September and November, with its culmination at a regional tournament in Sylvania.

RH Exchange Club announces student winners

The Richmond Hill Exchange Club announced its Students of the Month for November and December at their Dec. 12 meeting. They are RHHS seniors Mollie Riggins (November) and Lauren Hall (December). Each was presented with a $150 savings bond by Club president Bob Whitmarsh and now have a 1-in-12 chance to become Student of the Year, which includes a $500 check.

Lights dance with the music in display

Gene and Crystal Long have gone all out this year for Christmas by decorating their home in Davenport Acres in Long County.

1,000 trainers are advance for Guard unit

Fort Stewart acknowledged Dec. 1 that more than 1,000 additional soldiers are on post in preparation for a major training event for a brigade of the Indiana National Guard which is headed for Iraq.

South Effingham squeaks by Lady Wildcats

Richmond Hill traveled to South Effingham this past Friday - fresh from a week's rest since their last game. The extra practice must have done them some good. After scratching all game to stay in contention with the Lady Mustangs, they briefly took a lead late in the game but were unable to hold on and dropped their opening sub-region game in a frustratingly close 36-35 contest.

48th gets orders to deploy in 2009

While Fort Stewart is gearing up to train an Indiana National Guard Brigade for service in Iraq next year, the 48th Brigade of the Georgia National Guard is among five Guard brigades alerted Monday for deployment in 2009.

Road dedicated

The entrance road to the new Bryan County Sheriff's Department Complex was renamed Sergeant Michael W. Larson Drive on Monday, Dec. 10, in a ceremony that took place exactly one year after Larson was killed while on duty.

Bryan County falls twice to Portal

Last Friday night, the Portal Panthers basketball teams visited Bryan County to tangle with the Redskins in a Region contest.

Progress being seen in Iraq

Everywhere I go people ask me how I have so much confidence the Army is not breaking, and it is because our magnificent Soldiers are not only taking the fight to the enemy every day, but they are reenlisting in large numbers.

Vaccaro signs with Milligan

One town's Lady Cat is soon to be another state's Lady Buff.

Board of Assessors sums up tax appeals

While summing up the year's tax appeals, Bryan County Board of Assesors Chief Appraiser Dan Rollf told county commissioners another revaluation shouldn't be necessary this fiscal year.

NCO received appreciation award

Francesca Milner, human resources NCO with the 188th Infantry Brigade, received a certificate of appreciation Dec. 6 by Pioneer Services manager Carl Johnson for her service.