Nations prepare for cluster bomb accord Dec 2, 2008
In May, more than 100 countries agreed in Dublin, Ireland, to ban cluster bombs within eight years. The issue gained new urgency after cluster bombs were used in the Georgia conflict. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Dance review: Smuin's 'Christmas Ballet' Dec 2, 2008
If he doesn't exactly have the zest of his more youthful days, he continues to be an audience favorite and still brings down the house with the "Bells of Dublin.". As has been the tradition, there are new bonbons scattered among the traditional set pieces. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lady Irish Hope Seniors Will Lead Team Deep Into AA Playoffs Dec 2, 2008
There s no doubt the rebuilding project has been a successful one for the Dublin Lady Irish basketball program ... We have eight seniors that we re going to be depending upon a lot to carry us, Dublin coach Clinton Lowther said ... Many of those losses came against the tough non-region opponents Dublin typically schedules, such as Class AAAAA Warner Robins, which the Lady Irish will visit in their season opener on Tuesday. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Laurens Animal Control Calls, Tickets On the Rise Dec 2, 2008
12/01/08 By STEPHANIE MILLER. Laurens County Animal Control calls have more than doubled since 2005 leaving the two animal control officers working hard to meet all the demands of the animal issues in the county. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Children Give Up Christmas to Save Their Beloved Pet Dec 2, 2008
12/01/08 By TERRY WOLF. In his classic Christmas story the The Gift of the Magi , O. Henry wrote of the universal themes of financial hardship, generosity and love to illustrate the most cherished gifts do not come in wrapped boxes. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Voter Turnout Could Reach 25 Percent Dec 2, 2008
12/01/08 By STACYE LEE. In this historic election year, turnout for all phases of voting has broken records. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Runoff Races Do Matter Dec 2, 2008
Runoff Races Do Matter. Tuesday, Laurens Countians will be asked to return to the polls in a runoff election to decide three races. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
An Interview with Vince Dooley Dec 2, 2008
The Sir Shop to Host a Book Signing with the Legendary Coach on Tuesday. 12/01/08 By STACYE LEE. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Pilot Lite-A-Lite Ceremony to be Held Dec 2, 2008
Contributions can be made through Jane Frederick at the Bank of Dudley in East Dublin. COMMENTS. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Fun facts on each of the final 20 Dec 1, 2008
Tucker - The semifinals have been heart-breaking for Tucker, which lost to Dublin (1994) and Statesboro (2003) in overtime and to Northside (2007) 31-28 after holding a 28-7 lead ... I don t know about national records, but I THINK that the state record for a regular season was the 3 points Dublin gave up in 10 games in 2005 ... GREAT COMMENTS GUYS. A LOT OF GREAT GAMES AND A LOT OF HISTORY TO BE MADE THIS WEEKEND. I M A TUCKER GRAD WHO PLAYED ON THE TEAM THAT BEAT MARIST IN 95 BUT LOST TO... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wolves Dominate Irish In Second Half Dec 1, 2008
Nearly a year after a 48-0 semifinal loss to eventual state champion Buford, the Dublin Fighting Irish stayed even with the top-ranked Wolves for nearly a half in a Class AA quarterfinal rematch Friday at Tom Riden Stadium ... Dublin (11-2) fell short of the semifinal round for the first time since 2005 ... Basically, they wore us down, said Dublin head coach Roger Holmes. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Former Crusader Having Fun Coaching For No. 1 James Madison Dukes Dec 1, 2008
He left Dublin to go to school at Georgetown College in Kentucky ... Durden s parents, George and Jackie, still live in Dublin ... Durden said it used to be tough to get to Dublin, but he ll get a chance now that he helps James Madison recruit in Georgia. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
WLMS Celebrates Three Region Championships Dec 1, 2008
West Laurens Middle School held its fall athletic banquet Thursday night, November 20th, and in a record setting year celebrated three region championships. Athletic Director Emmett Waites opened up the banquet, and Coach Ron Carson handed out awards in cross-country. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Homeless Teen Inspires Leaders Dec 1, 2008
He had been arrested in the middle of the night at the Dublin High School parking lot as he rode his Huffy bicycle with a hammer wedged beneath the seat ... Sleeping where he could, sometimes on a bench, other times outside a building, Bryan spent the next two years living on the streets of Dublin. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Local Son Repays His Mothers Diligence by Reaching Goals Dec 1, 2008
After high school, Lydia said Reggie was blessed when Dublin City Councilwoman Julie Driger and Will Smith of Teen Court took him under their wings ... Spencer is a Dublinite and he encouraged Reggie to attend Morehouse College. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Technology in Action at Saxon Dec 1, 2008
11/30/08 By STACYE LEE. Shakerioa Fickling quickly raised her hand when asked about her favorite subject in school. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Chat, send scores Nov 29, 2008
Dublin at Buford LaGrange at Dunwoody (late update: no photos coming) Lowndes at Grayson Mt. Zion-Jonesboro at Marist Coffee at Peachtree Ridge ... Please update Dublin and Peachtree ... 10-10 Dublin vs Buford. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Players to Watch Nov 29, 2008
WR Demaryius Thomas: The 6-foot-3, 229 pound Dublin native ranks fourth in the ACC in receiving yards per game. He has 35 catches for 576 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 16. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Arlington Seniors Association from the Nov. 27 edition Nov 29, 2008
From Dublin to Kilkenny and Waterford, through Killarney and the Ring of Kerry to Galway and Limerick. Explore castles, crafts, and the spectacular countryside. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Shopping Frenzy Begins Nov 29, 2008
Kari Walke of Dublin got out early for J.C. Penney because my daughter ... I came to get some shoes, said Sheila Stanley of Dublin, who was ... advertised in the sale paper in the Dublin paper. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Homeless In Laurens Co. Lack Needed Facilities Nov 29, 2008
homelessness in Dublin and Laurens County ... They are the unsheltered or hidden homeless and they are in Dublin ... East Dublin, and Laurens County. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Showdown Friday Nov 29, 2008
Dublin Gets Ready For A Rematch With The Wolves ... Roger Holmes has a feeling that the gap between his Dublin High ... did every other offense it faced, to hand Dublin its first shutout loss. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Raiders Get Three Wins At WL Duals Nov 29, 2008
West Laurens started up its season Wednesday afternoon hosting Appling. County, East Laurens, Swainsboro and Vidalia. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Ga. Tech Has A Lot On The Line This Weekend Nov 29, 2008
Tech Has A Lot On The Line This Weekend. 11/28/08 by Lawrence Conneff. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Jailed Mom to Attend Funeral Nov 29, 2008
at the Second African Baptist Church in Dublin. Kaliyah was killed in a fire at. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Twins Born 16 Days Apart Turn 13 Nov 29, 2008
16 Days Apart, 13 Years Together. 11/28/08 By STACYE LEE. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Who will survive next round? Nov 28, 2008
Class AA: Dublin has been itching for revenge against Buford ever since the Wolves plastered 48 on the Irish in the Dome last year. Don t see it happening in Buford s back yard, Dublin. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Scholarly And Earnest Nov 27, 2008
And of course Kennedy and Bill Clinton both famously traveled across the Atlantic, the former in a sort of extravagant birthright pilgrimage from Hyannis Port to Dublin, the latter to Belfast in a wildly popular and ultimately successful push to broker an end to the Northern Ireland troubles. Dolan's book is scholarly and earnest, and will probably become the standard reference on the history of Irish America. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Raiders Hold On To Beat Eagles Nov 27, 2008
11/26/08 By PAYTON TOWNS III. It didn t look pretty at times, but in the end, West Laurens was able to hit the free throws it needed to beat Northside-Warner Robins. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Youth Uses Talent For Holiday Mural Nov 27, 2008
When a local business asked Dublin High School art teacher Katrina Waters to recommend a student who could paint a window for the holidays Shaundre Horne was thrilled to find out he d been recommended for the job ... Then I m going to retire from the Air Force, come back to Dublin and become an ROTC instructor and an art teacher at the high school, he said ... Horne is a member of the Citizens Bank Youth Advisory Council, President of the Anchor Club, Editor of the Dublin High School year book... (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
West Laurens Golfer T.J. Holley Signs On With Georgia Southern Nov 27, 2008
11/26/08 By LAWRENCE CONNEFF. Not long after he first picked up the sport, T.J. Holley knew he wanted to play golf in college. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Home Alone Is Not Safe Nov 27, 2008
Dublin Police Captain Zeke Hobbs said his own school-aged grandchild stays in the after school program at Northwest Laurens Elementary, but during certain holidays even the after school program closes leaving some children without backup child care. Hobbs said it is not unusual for children to be left alone who eventually end up with an officer looking for adult caretakers. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Local Community Gives Input on Superintendent Search for DBOE Nov 27, 2008
The next superintendent of Dublin City Schools should be someone who understands the needs of and cares about all students, someone with integrity who places as much emphasis on academic excellence as athletics; a leader with the heart of a servant who knows the ins and outs of teaching and working in a school. These are but a few of the comments offered by citizens Monday to the Dublin City Board of Education ... The recommendation is based on the majority makeup of the students in the Dublin... (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Henry Memorial Gives Back Nov 27, 2008
Church Hopes to Feed Stomach and Soul. 11/26/08 By STACYE LEE. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Juvenile Court Swears in McLendon, Helton Nov 26, 2008
Harold McLendon and John Helton have each been sworn in as judges to serve in the juvenile courts of the Dublin Judicial Circuit ... McLendon, a practicing attorney at McLendon , Trial Attorneys since 1986, and the City of Dublin s Municipal Court Judge, said he considers it a great honor to serve as an associate judge ... Prior to that, he was an attorney in the Nelson, Gillis P.C. firm (1996-98) in Dublin, and served as an assistant district attorney (1994-96). (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Dublin Has To Prove Doubters Wrong Vs. The Wolves Nov 26, 2008
In my seven years of covering high school football, I ve never seen a game like the one between the Dublin Fighting Irish and the Thomasville Bulldogs ... Dublin was leading 13-7 and even though it was a six-point lead, I never thought Dublin was going to lose the game ... Even when the Bulldogs took a 14-13 lead with 9:00 left in the game, I felt like there was plenty of time for Dublin to come roaring back. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
State Must Proceed in Search for Alternative Fuels Nov 26, 2008
State Must Proceed in Search for Alternative Fuels. An ethanol producing company headquartered in Crisp County has been accused of violating Environmental Protection Division rules and regulations at a Bleckley County site. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Dublin High School Writing Test Scores Up 7 Percent in 2008 Nov 26, 2008
Ninety-two percent of Dublin High School juniors who took the Georgia High School Writing Test for the first time in the fall passed, the Dublin Board of Education announced Monday. This represents a 7-percent increase from 2007 in which 85 percent of first-time test takers either met or exceeded standards outlined by the Georgia Department of Education. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Dr. Annella Brown, Connoisseur of the Exquisite Nov 26, 2008
Annella Brown, the oldest child of Moody Brown and Eunice P. Brown, was born in Dublin, Ga ... The young miss graduated from Dublin High School in 1935 before she was 16 years old. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Lady Raiders Celebrate A Good Year Nov 26, 2008
11/25/08 By PAYTON TOWNS III. The West Laurens softball team gathered to remember a season where it won Region 3-AAA, went 26-7 and came within one game of making it to the Final Eight in Columbus. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
New Tool for Law Enforcement Nov 26, 2008
11/25/08 By STEPHANIE MILLER. When local law enforcement decides to hold a road check that will likely lead to several arrests officers no longer have to make continuous trips to the jail with the suspects. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Fire Victim Takes Turn for Worse Nov 26, 2008
I just hung up the telephone with the hospital, said Dublin Police Det ... Brothers Diontae Stuckey, 2, and Deltavious Stuckey, 4, suffered severe burns Saturday in a fire at their home on Schley Street in the Dublin Housing Authority complex. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
West Laurens Wants To Return To Championship Form In Area 3-AAA Nov 26, 2008
11/25/08 By PAYTON TOWNS III. The 2007-2008 wrestling season was a long one for West Laurens. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
OConnor Not Guilty Nov 26, 2008
11/25/08 By Betty McCoy. The Montgomery Monitor. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Trinity Girls Finish Third in Macon Tip-Off Tourney Nov 25, 2008
11/24/08 By Allen McMichael. MACON The Trinity Christian girls (3-1) knocked off Macon Area Christian by a score of 37-29 on Saturday afternoon to pick up a third place finish in the eight-team Central Fellowship Tip-Off Tournament. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
A Different Kind of Present Nov 25, 2008
When Liz mentioned it to me, I thought it would be interesting to try, said veterinarian Shelley Baumann of Smalley s Animal Hospital in Dublin. The benefit I saw in it as a veterinarian was to identify genetic characteristics specific to certain breeds. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Advance Voting Begins Today Nov 25, 2008
11/24/08 By STACYE LEE. For the next three days, Laurens Countians can advance vote for the Dec. 2 runoff. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Weekend Fire Ends in Tragedy Nov 25, 2008
A Dublin mother is in jail, her infant daughter dead, her two sons are fighting for their lives, firefighters have been called heroes, and a community tries to understand it all while still reeling from the shock two days later ... According to Dublin Fire Capt. Pat Ballard, the three children were found in a burning apartment Saturday morning at about 10:30 a.m. after a call to apartment 19B Schley Street at Claxton Homes of the Dublin Housing Authority off West Mary Street ... The death and... (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Tip-Off in Laurens County Nov 25, 2008
Raiders Hold Off Falcons To Open Season. 11/24/08 By LAWRENCE CONNEFF. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
An Eye On Mobile Commerce Nov 24, 2008
(11-23) 15:11 PST -- John Chen, chairman, CEO and president of Sybase, has led a dramatic turnaround for the Dublin company by focusing it on infrastructure software that helps companies go mobile. Now a leader in mobile middleware, device management, messaging and mobile databases, Sybase topped $1 billion in revenue last year and is on pace for a record 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Top-ranked HS teams face tough task Nov 24, 2008
In AA: No. 1 Buford (12-0) is at home against unranked Dublin (11-1). Buford beat Dublin 48-0 in the 2007 semifinals ... Buford is the defending state champion while Dublin was a co-champion in 2006. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Analyzing the odds, top coaches too Nov 24, 2008
The entry titled "Woodstock still the longshot - 333-1 to be exact," and any of the comments about it. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Chambliss Includes Dublin Among His Campaign Stops Nov 24, 2008
Our election here on Dec. 2 is the only election in which the people in any state in the country have a voice in the direction in which this country s gonna go, Chambliss said before a group of about 30 who gathered in the Keen Center of the Dublin-Laurens Chamber of Commerce Thursday. Chambliss said it is critically important that we win this seat for the values of Georgian s to be represented in the Senate. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Violent Crime Rates Down in Dublin; Drug Crimes on the Rise Nov 23, 2008
Violent Crime Rates Down in Dublin; Drug Crimes on the Rise ... Crimes of violence in Dublin are down this year, but property crimes and drug cases are on the rise ... The booklet will soon be distributed throughout the community - to Dublin schools, local businesses, and civic organizations. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Lady Raiders Hoping For A Better Ride This Year Nov 23, 2008
Other opponents include Dublin, Dodge County and Wilkinson County. We have Dublin, who has everybody coming back. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
HIGH SCHOOL PLAYOFFS Nov 22, 2008
Dublin 13 T ville 7 half ... Dublin 13 Thomasville 7 in the 3rd quarter ... Dublin 13 Thomasville 7 4th quarter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
AG & Expo Center to Kick Off St. Patricks, Continue Growth Nov 22, 2008
AG Center to Kick Off St. Patricks, Continue Growth. 11/22/08 By TERRY WOLF. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Early Voting Low For Dec. 2 Runoff Nov 22, 2008
11/22/08 By STACYE LEE. Turnout for early voting in the Dec. 2 runoff has not reached the numbers attained in the general election, but election officials have seen an increase in voter traffic. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Youth Charged In Local String Of Car Thefts Nov 22, 2008
A string of car thefts, auto break-ins and a burglary cases spanning two counties have all been closed following the arrest of an East Dublin 16-year-old. According to East Dublin Police Chief Bill Luecke, a young man was arrested Wednesday when he made his final bad decision in taking a vehicle from a resident just before they left for work ... That made the third vehicle that had been stolen in East Dublin in about a 10-day span. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Trinity Wins One Before FPD Takes Second Game In Tournament Nov 22, 2008
11/22/08 By Allen McMichael. MACON On Thursday afternoon, First Presbyterian Christian was a last minute cancellation at the Central Fellowship Tip-Off Tournament, so the Central Fellowship Christian JV team stepped in to play the Trinity Christian girls in the first round. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Smith, Irish Step Up At The Right Moment Nov 22, 2008
All the Bulldogs needed to do was contain Dublin for nine more minutes ... Smith s run brought the Irish fans to their feet as Dublin took a 19-14 lead with 8:42 left in the game ... Along with Buford, Dublin will be one of a few teams practicing next week. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Big Gridiron Action Tonight And Big Hoops Game Sat. Nov 22, 2008
The Dublin Fighting Irish is the only football team left playing in Laurens County ... Dublin s defense really stood out as the offense never seemed to get clicking ... That resulted in a Dublin field goal to take an early 3-0 lead. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Dublin Advances To Face Buford Nov 22, 2008
The Thomasville Bulldogs had just gone in for the go-ahead score to take a 14-13 lead over the Dublin Fighting Irish with nine minutes to go their Class AA second-round playoff match up at the Shamrock Bowl. But the Dublin senior provided an immediate counter-punch that proved to be a knockout blow, returning the ensuing kickoff 89 yards for a touchdown ... We called a left return, but (Thomasville) kicked it so far to the right we had to set it up on the other side and get as much as we could,... (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Be Prepared for a Property Loss Before It Happens to You Nov 22, 2008
Dublin Police Chief Wayne Cain said anyone who owns any item that has a serial number whether it be an air conditioner, a gun, a stove or a hair dryer should keep a record of all serial numbers in a safe place so that the items be stolen law enforcement has a way to verify an item should they recover it. Anything that has a serial number should be recorded, said Cain. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
CodeRED Signup Assistance is Available to Those with Questions Nov 22, 2008
CodeRED Signup Assistance is Available to Those with Questions. 11/22/08 By STEPHANIE MILLER. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
