To the editor, (2) Nov 21, 2008
Upon spotting him the 30,000 or so in the seats at Atlanta Turner Field let out a roaring cheer. They always cheer. (Thomaston Times, GA)
HOF CLASS OF 2009 Nov 21, 2008
He went on to play well at Georgia State and now coaches high school basketball in the Atlanta area where he has had significant success. Tilford has always been a gentleman and is a very deserving inductee. (Thomaston Times, GA)
Atlanta hospitals Nov 21, 2008
Hospitals are a big presence in metro Atlanta ... An Atlanta hospital that has closed twice in the past four years has shut its emergency room over financial losses, replacing it with an urgent-care ... An Atlanta hospital that has closed twice in the past four years has shut its emergency room over financial losses, replacing it with an urgent-care. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
For many CEOs, private jets the only way to fly Nov 21, 2008
For security purposes, the Atlanta-based company's board required Isdell to use company aircraft for all travel ... That's the case at Atlanta-based Delta Air lines Inc. and Orlando, Fla ... "First thing I had to do was get to the airport an hour and a half before I leave, then flew to Atlanta, wait for three hours for a connecting flight, which took me to Paris and then I took a flight from Paris to Geneva. Twenty-three hours later, I got to the hotel," he said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
100 Black Women Inc. Hosts 19th Annual 'Gourmet Gents' Fundraiser At The Hyatt Nov 21, 2008
Do you think the Atlanta Falcons will make the playoffs this season ... The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc (NCBW) hosts its 19th Annual Gourmet Gents cook-off at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Downtown Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 23, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm ... This year's event themed "A Nostalgic Culinary Stroll" will feature some of Atlanta's most prominent civic and business leaders along with local media personalities and professionals who will showcase their culinary talents as Gourmet... (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Tyler Harris Shatters School Record In 200-Yard Individual Medley Nov 21, 2008
Freshman of Atlanta, Ga. was the Gamecock Invitational champion in the 200-yard individual medley in 2:02. (Tarheelblue.com)
For many CEOs, private jets the only way to fly Nov 21, 2008
For security purposes, the Atlanta-based company's board required Isdell to use company aircraft for all travel ... That's the case at Atlanta-based Delta Air lines Inc. and Orlando, Fla ... "First thing I had to do was get to the airport an hour and a half before I leave, then flew to Atlanta, wait for three hours for a connecting flight, which took me to Paris and then I took a flight from Paris to Geneva. Twenty-three hours later, I got to the hotel," he said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Study: Banning fast-food TV ads could dent obesity Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA A little less I m Lovin It could put a significant dent in the problem of childhood obesity, suggests a new study that attempts to measure the effect of TV fast-food ads. A ban on such commercials would reduce the number of obese young children by 18 percent, and the number of obese older kids by 14 percent, researchers found. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Curran: Ryan starting to look Brady-like in Atlanta Nov 21, 2008
Ryan starting to look Brady-like in Atlanta ... With Atlanta trailing 24-20 and 76 seconds left, Ryan took the snap on on third-and-18 from the Denver 45 and hit Roddy White in his hands in the end zone ... Despite Ryans success and overall importance to Atlantas fortunes, hes still a rookie. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vision Correction Procedure Hits a Milestone Nov 21, 2008
Conley's surgery was performed by Dr. Eugene Smith, a surgeon at LasikPlus vision center located in Atlanta, Ga. on May 23, 2008. (Pekin Times, IL)
Georgia Tech runs Miami down with 41-23 rout Nov 21, 2008
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Roddy Jones takes advantage of good blocking and runs through a hole in the Miami defense during the second half of their game in Atlanta ... ATLANTA (AP) This is the way they draw up the triple option ... Jonathan Dwyer ran for 128 yards despite playing only one half, two other players came up just short of 100 yards and the Yellow Jackets left the Hurricanes dazed and confused on a chilly night in Atlanta. (USA Today -- Sports)
Chinese owner opens Japanese restaurant in Fort Oglethorpe Nov 21, 2008
At first he lived in Atlanta, but when a prospect arose four years ago for him to open his own restaurant Asia Buffet on Lee Highway in Chattanooga, Tenn. he took it. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Analysis: States fail to police Amber Alerts Nov 21, 2008
A Georgia Department of Transportation sign alerts drivers to look for the vehicle of quadruple murder and kidnapping suspect Jerry William Jones onJanuary 8, 2003 in Atlanta, Georgia ... ATLANTA - Authorities count hundreds of Amber Alert cases across the country as success stories when they start explaining why the media-friendly and politically popular bulletins are so important. (MSNBC -- Crime)
The Fairness Doctrine boogeyman Nov 21, 2008
An Atlanta blog with a little bit of opinion about a lot of things ... Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Kane scores twice as Chicago downs Stars Nov 21, 2008
Final Score: Pittsburgh 3, Atlanta 2 ... Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Petr Sykora's power-play goal late in the third period was the difference, as Pittsburgh topped Atlanta, 3-2, at Philips Arena. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Miami-Georgia Tech 11/20 Nov 21, 2008
Georgia Tech running Jonathan Dwyer (21) breaks away from Miami's Anthony Reddick on his way to a 58-yard touchdown run during their game Thursday in Atlanta. . (Florida Today)
Telework tax aid has few takers Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA --- The number of employers seeking state tax credits up to $20,000 for allowing their employees to telecommute dropped by about half this year, despite months of record-high gas prices and a souring economy. Only 56 employers applied to receive the state's telecommuting tax credit for the 2009 tax year, the credit's second and final year. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Across the area Nov 21, 2008
A Lakeside High School pupil will compete this weekend in Atlanta for a $3,000 science prize. Should Jason Meixiong pass the regional portion of the 2008 Siemens Competition in Math, Science and Technology, he then will compete for a $100,000 grand prize in New York. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Will Obama Play in Georgia? Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA -- For president-elect Barack Obama, the time has arrived to make his first big decision. And no, it's not if Hillary will be in the cabinet. (Townhall.com)
Diving Team Travels to College Station for Art Adamson Invitational Nov 21, 2008
Next Up The Houston swimming team travel to Atlanta, Ga. Dec. 4-7 for the USA Short Course National Championships, while the diving team will travel to Austin, Texas to compete in the Texas Invitational, Dec. 4-6. (Uhcougars.com)
Christian fraternities offer different path for students Nov 21, 2008
"Many girls work at soup kitchens, go on summer mission trips and work right here on homelessness and poverty issues in Atlanta." ... Associated Press writer Peter Prengaman in Atlanta contributed to this report. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Ga. lottery numbers Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA - Here are the winning numbers selected Thurssday in the Georgia state lotteries. Cash 3 Midday. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Groundhog tryout day Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... One would-be Chopper, Kevin Neely, 31, of Atlanta, who s played Rookie, the Hudson Valley Renegades raccoon, for five years, had the good cheer part down ... 2008 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
County hires new planning director Nov 21, 2008
Jackson County, just north of Gwinnett County, experienced the heavy development and rapid growth that hit the areas surrounding Atlanta. We had 5,000 subdivision lots in three years and tons of spec housing sitting on the market. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Doraville adds policy on transgender employees Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Atlanta and Decatur are the only other cities in the state that protect transgender workers ... Realtime shopping updates for gift bargains in Metro Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Slain judge's widow tells Nichols jurors of her pain Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Earlier Bodiford sharply criticized security at the Atlanta Municipal Court where the trial is being held on the 6th floor, following the discovery that a razor and a pistol had made it building entry security ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that Brian Nichols brother, Mark Nichols, was discovered last week with a straight razor, and, on Tuesday, that Candee Wilhelm the widow of the slain U.S. Customs agent had a pistol discovered in her purse... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Obama radio ad supports Martin for U.S. Senate Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Former President Bill Clinton was in Atlanta on Wednesday for Martin, and former Vice President Al Gore will be here Sunday ... Realtime shopping updates for gift bargains in Metro Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Georgia's hopes fading for reversing water ruling Nov 21, 2008
Georgia asked the Supreme Court in August to overturn a lower court decision that invalidated an agreement between Georgia and the Army Corps of Engineers for water withdrawals from Lake Lanier, a massive federal reservoir that provides most of Atlanta s water ... Realtime shopping updates for gift bargains in Metro Atlanta ... Things to do in Atlanta with family and friends during the holidays. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Metro Atlanta hotels drop rates to attract more business Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... The slumping economy is forcing Atlanta hoteliers to lower room rates and add more packages to entice visitors who are increasingly watching their budgets, industry observers say ... The biggest reason is the business traveler, who has always been Atlanta s bread and butter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Garbage haulers defend cart-collection fee Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful, the not-for-profit agency running the new waste disposal program, awarded contracts to Advanced Disposal Services Atlanta and Waste Pro Georgia to service the county s six collection zones ... Realtime shopping updates for gift bargains in Metro Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Tolls coming to metro Atlanta HOV lanes? Nov 21, 2008
Tolls coming to metro Atlanta HOV lanes ... Tolls coming to metro Atlanta HOV lanes ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Georgia Tech ruins Miami's return to the rankings Nov 21, 2008
Advertisements By PAUL NEWBERRY, AP Sports Writer ATLANTA - Hold off on Miami's return to national prominence ... By the end, the Hurricanes (7-4, 4-3) could do little more than huddle around heaters on a chilly night in Atlanta, totally outclassed in their first game as a ranked team in more than two years. (News & Observer -- Sports)
This dam deal will cost you Nov 21, 2008
oldtimer wrote on Nov 14, 2008 5:03 PM:" I have been collected live organisms for decades from Klamath Lake. That huge body of water ebbs and flows with the rainfall. Too much, then too little. The original runs are gone. Those dams make an enormous amount of power compared to many green ideas currently be considered. It is virtually free clean power. First consider the maximum value of a salmon. Is it worth $700, 7,000, 70,000 or even 700,000? Then consider supply Indians with double that... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Metro hotels cut rates, add freebies Nov 21, 2008
Metro Atlanta hotels drop rates to attract more business ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... The slumping economy is forcing Atlanta hoteliers to lower room rates and add more packages to entice visitors who are increasingly watching their budgets, industry observers say. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Driver's license scheme alleged Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Former examiners Shijuanna Cobb, 33, of Ellenwood, Rickell Patterson, 31, of Covington, Angela Read, 38, of Lithonia and Chardye Lloyd, 23, of Conyers were arrested Wednesday and arraigned before a U.S. magistrate judge in Atlanta, according to a statement issued by David Nahmias, U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia ... Things to do in Atlanta with family and friends during the holidays. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Widow tells of pain Nichols left Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Earlier Bodiford sharply criticized security at the Atlanta Municipal Court where the trial is being held on the 6th floor, following the discovery that a razor and a pistol had made it building entry security ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that Brian Nichols brother, Mark Nichols, was discovered last week with a straight razor, and, on Tuesday, that Candee Wilhelm the widow of the slain U.S. Customs agent had a pistol discovered in her purse... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
New DeKalb nightclubs face restrictions Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Some residents were pushing for the change because nightclubs were springing up in old strip malls after Atlanta rolled back its bar hours ... Things to do in Atlanta with family and friends during the holidays. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Buzz surrounds HOV toll lanes Nov 21, 2008
Tolls coming to metro Atlanta HOV lanes ... Tolls coming to metro Atlanta HOV lanes ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Alpharetta teen lives 'Jeopardy' dream Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Things to do in Atlanta with family and friends during the holidays ... Search accessatlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tongue & Groove is baaack!! Nov 21, 2008
Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Atlanta Falcon Keith Brooking put his Georgia Tech degree to good use Wednesday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Alex Smith III, 85, supporter of Catholic causes Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Alex W. Smith III supported many causes and sat on many boards in Atlanta, but the ones involving his Catholic faith probably meant the most, said his wife, Betty Smith of Atlanta ... Mr. Smith, an Atlanta native, was a lawyer at Smith, Gambrell ll. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Martin-Chambliss debate off Nov 21, 2008
The entry titled "Atlanta Press Club cancels U.S. Senate debate," and any of the comments about it ... Access Atlanta Blogs ... Atlanta Press Club cancels U.S. Senate debate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Schultz's weekend predictions Nov 21, 2008
Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... And finally, the head of Atlanta s favorite fish tank apparently hates Democrats, or at least Republicans named Brutus. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Defense steps up from the start Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... They included Izaan Cross, a defensive end from Flowery Branch, Darren Myles Jr., a safety from Carver-Atlanta, and David Sims, a quarterback from Calhoun County (S.C.) ... Realtime shopping updates for gift bargains in Metro Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
College recruiting: Football's grand courtship ritual Nov 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... A couple of metro Atlanta players tackle Camden Wentz of Lassiter and tight end Brock Sanders of Northview de-committed to Stanford last month when they weren t guaranteed admission into school ... Another who is being coy is Smith, the cornerback from Booker T. Washington in Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Time for Falcons to call for "REDOUT" Nov 21, 2008
Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... That was for good ole Georgia Tech, because the Falcon s were not the University of Georgia s team, they were Atlanta s team too. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wear White and Bring a Toy Nov 21, 2008
Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Bulldogs are No1 here again as team atlanta loves Oh n score be Miami 34 Tech in white 7 that be there surrender color whiteout. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
TALK ABOUT TECH'S WIN Nov 21, 2008
Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... Seeing as there wasn t that much to say about Maimi, they talked about Tech s 3 alumni in the latest Space shuttle mission, beautiful downtown Atlanta, the Varsity, and one of them kept saying that he thought Tech s fight song was one of the most underrated songs in the nation. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Braves still shopping for a Big Dog Nov 21, 2008
Access Atlanta Blogs ... The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... If The Atlanta Braves was a book, you d be the author. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jets have legitimate shot at ending Titans' run Nov 21, 2008
In other games Sunday, Tampa Bay is at Detroit; Chicago at St. Louis; New England at Miami; San Francisco at Dallas; Buffalo at Kansas City; Houston at Cleveland; Philadelphia at Baltimore; Minnesota at Jacksonville; Oakland at Denver; Carolina at Atlanta; Washington at Seattle; the New York Giants at Arizona; and Indianapolis at San Diego ... Carolina (8-2) at Atlanta (6-4) ... Take away one 28-yard run last week in the 24-20 loss to Denver and Turner has just 53 yards rushing on 24 carries, an... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Santa Clara to play at Georgia, vs. Arizona in ... Nov 21, 2008
A tornado struck downtown Atlanta the following night, shutting down the Georgia Dome and forcing the tournament to a new venue: Alexander Memorial Coliseum, home of the Bulldogs' longtime rival, Georgia Tech. Georgia then won its next three games -- defeating Kentucky in overtime, Mississippi State and Arkansas -- in a span of just over 24 hours, an unprecedented feat in the annals of post-season college basketball. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Security Bank Corp. wants $66M from Treasury Nov 21, 2008
Subscribe to Atlanta Business Chronicle ... Atlanta Business Chronicle ... The bank holding company, which expanded aggressively into metro Atlanta but is now mired in residential construction loan losses, could issue as many as 4. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Health-care fraud sends three to jail Nov 21, 2008
Subscribe to Atlanta Business Chronicle ... Atlanta Business Chronicle ... An orthopedic surgeon and chiropractor from metro Atlanta are among a group sentenced to federal prison for a $3 million health-care fraud scam. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Georgia government to privatize IT services Nov 21, 2008
Subscribe to Atlanta Business Chronicle ... Atlanta Business Chronicle - by Staff Writer ... City Guide Spotlight - Atlanta. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Fight Schedule Nov 21, 2008
At Hallenstadion, Zurich, Switzerland, Nikolai Valuev, Russia, vs. Evander Holyfield, Atlanta, 12, for Valuev's WBA heavyweight title. Dec. 23. (International Herald Tribune)
'Megaregion' a big idea Nov 21, 2008
Megaregion' a big idea112108news2Morris News Service ATLANTA - Atlanta business and political leaders Thursday touted a "megaregion" planning approach that would include Athens and stretch from Birmingham, Ala ... ATLANTA - Atlanta business and political leaders Thursday touted a "megaregion" planning approach that would include Athens and stretch from Birmingham, Ala ... The concept - dubbed the Piedmont Atlantic Megaregion - was unveiled by the Atlanta Regional Commission, which facilitates... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Perno reveals '09 class Nov 21, 2008
Other Georgia signees include Brett DeLoach, a catcher from Blackshear; Kyle Farmer, a middle infielder from Atlanta; Zach Taylor, an outfielder from Statesboro; Patrick Boling, a left-handed pitcher from Cartersville; Alex Wood, a left-handed pitcher from Charlotte, N.C.; Blake Dieterich, a left-handed pitcher from Winter Gardens, Fla ... Bryan Blough, a right-handed pitcher from Newnan; Ben Cornwell, a right-handed pitcher from Atlanta; Chance Veazey, a middle infielder from Tifton; and Jake... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Greek Grind raises the booty for ugaMiracle Nov 21, 2008
com Money raised at the annual Greek Grind benefits Children's Healthcare of Atlanta ... The ladies of Chi Omega strut their stuff during Greek Grind, an annual event benefiting Children's Healthcare of Atlanta ... Money raised at the annual Greek Grind benefits Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Georgia State breaks ground on football practice facility Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA - Within view of the state capitol, Georgia State broke ground on a new football practice facility Thursday that required some imagination to picture in its finished form. The school purchased an old warehouse about a half-mile from campus, which will become the centerpiece of a Football Championship Subdivision program that is scheduled to begin in 2010 with Bill Curry as coach. (Athens Banner-Herald)
States disagree greatly on Amber Alert criteria Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA Authorities count hundreds of Amber Alert cases across the country as success stories when they start explaining why the media-friendly and politically popular bulletins are so important. Yet despite a federal law meant to create a uniform system, an Associated Press review shows wide variations in what triggers an Amber Alert from one state to the next, which can heighten the tension when a suspect crosses state lines. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Georgia Law Chills Latino Home-Buying Market Nov 21, 2008
But ever since Georgia passed one of the most stringent and far-reaching immigration laws in the nation, the number of Latino buyers who call the Re/Max agent s home office in suburban Atlanta has dwindled from about 10 to two a day ... For Latinos, buying a home is the American dream, but, you know, at this time they are hesitant to accomplish that dream, said Eliezer Velez, who provides housing advice for immigrants through Atlanta s Latin American Assn. ... The number of homes purchased by... (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
Tech Volleyball Looks for Turnaround vs. Maryland and Boston College Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech looks to snap its three-match losing skid this weekend when it hosts Maryland and Boston College for a pair of Atlantic Coast Conference matches ... and Atlanta native , has combined to post top-10 records in 12 different career statistical categories at Georgia Tech. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Beyond the ACCtion: The Final Stops on the Road to Tampa Bay Nov 21, 2008
If Miami does win in Atlanta on Thursday, the Hurricanes can clinch the Coastal Division this weekend if North Carolina falls to NC State or if North Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech all win on Saturday. By Sunday morning, the championship picture should be at least a little bit clearer. (Theacc.com)
Bowl Projections Nov 21, 2008
CHICK-FIL-A BOWL, Atlanta - Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m., ESPN. Matchup: ACC 2 vs. SEC 5 This week's projection: North Carolina vs. Ole Miss. (Georgia Sports -- Rivals.com)
Fertility tech linked to some birth defects Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN) -- A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that infants born as a result of assisted reproductive technology, or ART -- such as in vitro fertilization and the use of donor eggs -- are two to four times more likely to be born with certain types of birth defects than infants conceived naturally. But, the study's lead author says, the overall risk is still relatively low. (CNN -- Health)
