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Georgia realized the opportunity. Following a morning meeting Sunday, the 11th-ranked Bulldogs focused on clinching their home series against Ole Miss.

Demperio out for season with torn ACL
The 11th-ranked Bulldogs learned they will be without second baseman Michael Demperio for the rest of the season, team spokesman Chris Lakos confirmed Monday.

Bullpen costs Bulldogs late
Georgia's once steady bullpen unraveled in the late innings.

Demperio's status uncertain
The Bulldogs could be facing Georgia Tech and Vanderbilt without Michael Demperio.

Pitchers pay for walking Beckham
Rich Poythress doesn't blame opposing coaches.

Caldwell: Living healthy can help make you wealthy
Over the past few months, I have had a conversation with several clients about how living a healthy lifestyle will help with their finances.

Will the stimulus package kick start nation's economy?
Coming soon to a mailbox near you - a check from the federal government for as much as $1,800.

Small Biz: Venture uses truck to fire up kids' birthday parties
Renting a genuine fire truck for a special event was easier said than done for Oconee County resident Rob Langston.

National publication to highlight Republic
Salon Today magazine has selected Republic Salon in downtown Athens among the top five best-designed salons in the country based on applications submitted by salons that are new or have recently renovated their salon space. Salon Today has designated "Salon of The Year" for 25 years.

Business Whirl: Daniel to sell AARP endorsed policies
Athens insurance agent Danny Daniel, who specializes in long-term-care insurance, now is authorized to offer AARP endorsed long-term-care insurance policies issued by Genworth Life Insurance Co.

Nelson: Downtown will lose a tradition when Barnett's closes
When Barnett's Newsstand owner Midge Gray sells her last New York Times and shutters her long-standing retail shop on College Square on May 18, our central business district will be losing more than just another business.

Permits
Permits issued during the week of April 20 to 26 in Athens-Clarke County as reported in The Hunt Letter.

Brief cases: Wallaces franchisees for ServiceMaster
Oconee County residents Rick and Stephanie Wallace have purchased the territorial rights for ServiceMaster Janitorial in Barrow, Jackson, Oconee and Walton counties.

Lynch-Benson Engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Danny Lynch of Snellville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Oonagh Lynch, to William Edsel Benson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Benson of Athens.

Jones-Willoughby Engagement
Ms. Gwendolyn Jones and Mr. Willie Calvin Barnett of Athens are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Denise Jones, to Melvin ONeal Willoughby, son of Mrs. Lizzie Mae Willoughby of Athens and the late Mr. West Willoughby Jr.

Griffeth Dickens Wedding
Gina Elizabeth Griffeth and Brad David Dickens were united in marriage June 23, 2007 at six oclock in the evening at the First Baptist Church in Greensboro. Doctor Edward R. Bolen, and the Reverend Patrick D. Chandler officiated the ceremony.

Rester-Rousse Engagement
Mr. and Mrs. James "Woody" Rester Sr. of Athens are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Reagan Louise, to Jeremy Robert Rousse, son of Dr. and Mrs. Bradford Michael Towne of Barre, Vermont and Mr. Robert Arthur Rousse of Brookfield, Vermont.

Police investigating sexual assault report
Athens-Clarke police are investigating the reported rape of an 18-year-old University of Georgia student who said she woke up in pain Friday after passing out in her apartment following a night of drinking downtown, police said.

Woman attacked, fights off man
A homeless Athens woman managed to fight off an unknown man who attempted to rape her early Sunday morning in an eastern Clarke County neighborhood, Athens-Clarke police said.

Man killed in wreck Saturday morning
An 83-year-old man was killed Saturday morning in a wreck in Hoschton, the Athens post of the Georgia State Patrol said.

Convenience store on West Broad robbed
A West Broad Street convenience store was robbed at gunpoint Sunday night, Athens-Clarke police said.

Student charged in police car kicking
A Cedar Shoals High School student was charged with damaging government property Friday morning for allegedly kicking the side of a police officer's car after the car ran over his foot in a school parking lot, Athens-Clarke police said.

Golf cart stolen from Athens cemetery
Someone stole a golf cart overnight Thursday from a locked maintenance shed at Evergreen Memorial Park cemetery, Athens-Clarke police said.

Monster schedule awaits Georgia this season
Georgia is a fashionable pick nationally to begin the upcoming football season ranked No. 1 in the nation. Finishing the season there could be another story because of the schedule the Bulldogs must plow through.

Ray MacNair: Higher wages would lift whole economy
Recently on the CNN Headline News cable network, conservative radio talk show host Glenn Beck made a strange comment about last July's increase in the minimum wage from $5.15 to $5.85. He blamed the hike for the increase in restaurant closings.

J. Paul Clark: Editorial page editor says he is a 'nutcase'
It's unbelievable what lengths politicians will go to, and how far they will stretch the truth, to secure your vote. Sens. Clinton and Obama, both rabid anti-gun activists, would not hesitate to sign legislation gutting the Second Amendment.

Grady L. Cornish: Adams' support of Thomas can also be seen as political
In defense of his decision to have U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas speak at the upcoming spring graduation exercises, University of Georgia President Michael Adams was paraphrased in a recent Banner-Herald story as noting that questions about the justice have more to do with politics than sexual harassment (Story, "Adams defends Thomas as graduation speaker," April 23). Adams' response to a student who questioned the choice of Thomas as a commencement speaker was, as the president was quoted in the newspaper, "I'd be interested in your views of people who have been accused of things but not convicted."

Births
ARMC, St. Mary's

Marvel turns 'Iron Man' into gold
LOS ANGELES- "Iron Man" was pure gold at the box office. The Marvel Comics adaptation, starring Robert Downey Jr. as the guy in the metal suit, hauled in $100.7 million during its opening weekend and $104.2 million since debuting Thursday night, the second-best premiere ever for a nonsequel. Debuting in second place with $15.5 million was Sony's romantic comedy "Made of Honor," starring "Grey's Anatomy" heartthrob Patrick Dempsey. "Baby Mama" took the third spot with $10.3 million. "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," with $6.1 million, was fourth, and "Harold & Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay" was No. 5 with $6 million.

Parents weigh risks of leaving kids in cars
From the driver's seat, the coffee shop catches your eye, giving you hope that a steaming midday cup could help you survive after a sleepless night with a teething toddler. The only thing in your way is the sleeping lump strapped into his car seat.

Future Perspectives - Media and the Internet: Really Virtual
The future is coming, Scott Shamp will tell you, and it's both fast and furious.

Future perspectives- Music: Sounds promising
On a recent morning, Bruce Burch, administrative director of the University of Georgia's Music Business Program, sits down for a coffee shop interview with a literal posse of people in-the-know in the music industry.

Abdul staying on 'Idol'
LOS ANGELES - For starters, Paula Abdul isn't going anywhere.

Lewis: Kids keep me scrambling - for pen and paper
Shortly after the birth of this column, I realized how invaluable a pen and a piece of paper - or a crayon and a napkin - were to record my children's ever-flowing fountains of hilarious questions and remarks.

Today in history
Today is Monday, May 5, the 126th day of 2008. There are 240 days left in the year.

Rich: Driven crazy by love lost
I'd always heard that love lost could drive a woman crazy. Push her plum over the edge until she was in a free fall that landed her slap dab in the middle of crazy.

Today in history
Today is Sunday, May 4, the 125th day of 2008. There are 241 days left in the year.

A favor for father
Ever have people tell you how much you ears look like dear old dad's? Or have friends ever been amazed at how your new bouncing baby's mischievous grin looks just like his pop's?

Want to lose weight, model and be on MTV?
"Have you ever dreamed about being a model, but your weight has stopped you from reaching your dream?"

Birth of an industry?
Is maternity care in the U.S. in crisis? That's the question posed by the documentary "The Business of Being Born," showing at Ciné on Monday in honor of International Midwives Day. And, according to doctors, midwives, parents and activists interviewed in the film, the answer is yes.

Take a railroad trip with chamber singers
In its 29 years of existence, the Athens Chamber Singers has endeavored to investigate various historical eras and styles of music, with previous concerts featuring "The Sons of J.S. Bach," tunes from the Spanish Renaissance and popular American songs from the 19th century.

Paltrow returns to movies
NEW YORK - When Gwyneth Paltrow made the rounds to promote "Iron Man," the buzz wasn't about the Oscar winner's return to the screen after an extended hiatus. It wasn't about the curious casting of a serious actress as a superhero's secretary.

Best bets
Eighth Annual Birchmore Trail Day, 2-4 p.m., Memorial Park

Today's best bets
Abbey Road Live!

Guam goes to Obama by 7 votes
HAGATNA, Guam - Barack Obama defeated Hillary Clinton by seven votes in the Guam Democratic presidential caucuses Saturday. The count of more than 4,500 ballots took all night.

Arkansas picks up pieces after storms
DAMASCUS, Ark. - Smoke rose from burning heaps of wreckage Saturday as residents of rural Arkansas cleaned up what was left of their homes after deadly tornadoes scoured a state that has been plagued by severe weather this year.

Yahoo CEO on hot seat for rebuffing bid
SAN FRANCISCO - Yahoo Inc. CEO Jerry Yang has gotten what he wanted: a chance to prove his company is worth more than the $47.5 billion that Microsoft Corp. offered to buy the Internet pioneer.

Iraqi first lady unharmed by bomb
BAGHDAD - Iraq's first lady escaped unharmed Sunday from a bomb attack in downtown Baghdad that struck her motorcade and injured four body guards.

Obama's image among white working class grows dimmer
WASHINGTON - Barack Obama's problem winning votes from working-class whites is showing no sign of going away, and their impression of him is getting worse.

Rice pushes for peace in Mideast
JERUSALEM - Facing mounting Palestinian frustration at the pace of peace talks, the United States leaned on Israel on Sunday to lift restrictions that chafe West Bank residents and stifle an already limping economy.

Obama: Clinton sounds like Bush on Iran
INDIANAPOLIS - Barack Obama likened Hillary Rodham Clinton to President Bush for threatening to "totally obliterate" Iran if it attacks Israel and called her gas-tax holiday a gimmick as he tried to fend off her challenge ahead of two pivotal Democratic primaries.

Storm in Myanmar kills at least 351
YANGON, Myanmar - A powerful cyclone killed at least 351 people and destroyed thousands of homes, state-run media said Sunday. Some dissident groups worried that the military junta running Myanmar would be reluctant to ask for international help.

Health agency: Deadly child virus not a threat to Beijing Olympics
BEIJING - A highly infectious virus that has killed 24 children in China is unlikely to be a threat to the Beijing Olympics, although it is too early to tell whether it has peaked, the World Health Organization said Sunday.

Microsoft abandons bid to acquire Yahoo
SAN FRANCISCO - Microsoft Corp. has withdrawn its $42.3 billion bid to buy Yahoo Inc., scrapping an attempt to snap up the tarnished Internet icon in hopes of toppling online search and advertising leader Google Inc.

China, Dalai Lama's envoys to meet again for more talks
SHENZHEN, China - The Dalai Lama's envoys and Chinese officials plan a second round of talks after holding their first meeting since violent anti-government protests erupted in Tibet in March, China's state-run news agency reported Sunday.

Been 'up front' about economic woes, Bush says
CRAWFORD, Texas - President Bush, defending his record and his rhetoric, said Saturday that his administration has been "clear and candid" about the nation's economy.

Barrow to speak at law graduation
U.S. Rep. John Barrow, an Athens native and University of Georgia graduate, has been named commencement speaker for the UGA Law School graduation at 10 a.m. May 17 on North Campus.

Volunteers have harder time with rising gas prices
Every Thursday, Fred Thompson loads his brown truck with pre-packaged meals of flank steak, chicken or fish, milk, juice and a bag full of bread.

Two arrested in armed robbery suspected in other holdups
Investigators think two men who were arrested Sunday night after they allegedly robbed a West Athens convenience store may have committed two other armed robberies since late March, Athens-Clarke police said.

On the road
ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY

Residents: Survey still too small
For 10 years Josh Chandler lived on Coile Road in Comer.

Rain doesn't dampen Soul Food Feast
Athenians enjoy the food and music at the eighth annual Hot Corner Celebration and Soul Food Feast on Saturday at the corner of Hull and Washington streets in downtown Athens.

Winder private out of brig during clemency request
ATLANTA - A soldier from Georgia who was convicted of aggravated assault in the shooting death of an Iraqi man has been freed pending a decision on clemency.

Concert to benefit The Healing Place
Lyric League, an adult choral group based in Athens, will perform with the Classic City Dance Band this month to raise money for The Healing Place drug and alcohol treatment center.

Bear Hollow to host Zoo Day on May 17
Zoo Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 17 at Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail in Memorial Park.

10th rivals square off
U.S. Rep. Paul Broun's sometimes-unusual views and votes are an embarrassment to his constituents, challenger Barry Fleming said Saturday at a debate between the two Republican 10th District congressional candidates.

Musicians, Activists draw crowd at 30th annual human rights festival

Museum recalls the life of Billy Carter
PLAINS - The Billy Carter Service Station Museum came to life Saturday after two years of planning and eight months of rummaging through the possessions of former President Carter's late brother.

Huckaby: Reflecting on gas and things that were once cheap
You used to could buy a Coca-Cola in one of those little green bottles for a nickel.

Officials lament juvenile injustice
He began his criminal career at 12, and by 15 he'd been arrested nearly 30 times.

Activists: Right fest still relevant after three decades
Does a guy in a tie-dye suit make the same statement he did in 1978? The first Athens Human Rights Festival was organized by University of Georgia students as the Students Rights Festival to commemorate students who were killed in May 1970 during protests at Kent State University in Ohio and at Jackson State College in Mississippi.

Soldier laid to rest in Pendergrass
MAYSVILLE - Army Staff Sgt. Shaun Whitehead was a leader whose presence commanded respect, but he also was a modest family man who loved playing with his kids, friends and family members said.

Hearings scheduled on property taxes
The Athens-Clarke County government will hold three public hearings this month on a proposed property tax increase.

Schoolhouse fix-up may have to wait
FARMINGTON - Exterior restoration began last month on an early 20th century schoolhouse, 18 months after the building was uprooted and plopped at the entrance of a South Oconee County park.

Birth and death came too soon, but son leaves memory to cherish
Life with Zach was never easy for Kyle and Jessica Kirk, but they miss it. They miss the daily struggle to scratch every minute from every hour from every day. They miss the battle to keep their emotions in check. They miss the moments when they let their emotions take over. They miss Zach's wide, blue eyes. They miss his tiny, fragile body. They miss his weak whimpers. Most of all, they miss their son.

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Dignitaries gather at Botanical Garden to honor China
Colleen and Sam Nunn and Mary and Jim Bishop pose for a picture during the Gardens of the World Ball on Saturday at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Mary Bishop is the ball's chairwoman and Colleen Nunn is the co-chairwoman.

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Remembering a neglected but important civil rights case
Sixty years ago, we took a big step toward racial justice.

Race may be factor for superdelegates
This is a very sensitive issue, but it needs to be discussed.

With unfair BCS, Congress shouldn't sit on sidelines
Congress has been told many times to mind its own business. Yet few issues have generated more rapid and rabid reaction than a resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives recently by Lynn Westmoreland of Georgia, Mike Simpson of Idaho and myself to end what many people agree is a significant disparity in college sports.

Winders: Justice Thomas not UGA's problem
What's a Supreme Court justice to say when nobody wants him to say anything? If you're Clarence Thomas, probably nothing much.

Blog bits
Associate Editor Don Nelson, on Athens-Clarke reassessments

Thompson: Mayor, commissioners seem out of touch
Fresh off of alienating themselves from many of the community's black residents, Athens-Clarke County commissioners are about to, if they haven't already, do the same thing with another group of county residents, the folks - black, white, brown, whatever - who work hard to make the monthly nut on their homes, most recently while coping with the rising prices of gasoline and food.

Forum: Healing Athens-Clarke's nonprofit funding rift
Often it takes a negative situation to spur positive action, and the furor over race and the denial of federal Community Development Block Grant funding for both the East Athens Development Corporation and the Hancock Corridor Development Corporation in a recent Athens-Clarke County Commission vote offers such an opportunity.

Shipp: Thoughts on a trio who should leave the stage
Every time I see the Rev. Jeremiah A. Wright holding forth on TV, I think of Jimmy Carter and Zell Miller.

How to reduce the dropout rate
A new national study reported by world-renowned economist and professor Henry Levin of Columbia University found that with every additional dollar spent on high-quality programs to keep high school students in school until graduation, the economy benefits by a return of 1.3 dollars. And as importantly, every student who completes high school adds to the core of knowledgeable and active citizens who can work with others to solve the problems of one's neighborhood, state and nation.

Forum: Immigration laws prove enforcement works
A brilliant example of "irony" from Sonora, Mexico: In January, elected officials reacted with vehement dismay to recently instituted laws in the bordering U.S. state of Arizona aimed at the crimes of illegal employment and illegal immigration.

Book covers make women seem generic
Some maxims hold. You can't judge a book by its cover. Especially a novel by a female author.

Legislators should close qualifying loophole
If they can restrain themselves from declaring bureaucratic war on a neighboring state to get at its water, as well as from keeping people from buying a bottle of wine in the grocery store on Sunday, and from deciding Joe College ought to be able to pack heat in art history class, there is something constructive that members of the state legislature can do in next year's legislative session.

Random Thoughts: Spread taxes around
Why does covering the Athens-Clarke County government's budget shortage fall on the shoulders of homeowners? Are homeowners the only people who use county services such as police protection, transit and garbage disposal? What about renters, students and visitors doing their part to cover the budget woes? If everyone is using these services, then everyone should be paying for them, not just homeowners.

Pitts: Seriously, how can Americans trust the justice system?
I want you to tell me how I can trust the justice system.

Not the right time for A-C to seek trails
The easy laugh line for Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Carl Jordan's idea that the county seek enhanced easements along new sewer lines to allow for construction of multi-use trails is that it stinks.

Blog bits
Another Democrat is running headlong into the electoral buzzsaw known as Ralph Hudgens.

Roundup: Greenwall sisters give Titans championship
ALBANY - The Greenwall sisters powered North Oconee to its first girls track and field championship and the second girls state title in the school's history.

Tide softball sweeps Dogs
Top-ranked Alabama beat Georgia in both ends of a doubleheader on Saturday at the Georgia Softball Stadium. Alabama beat Georgia 12-3 in the first game and 10-1 in the second game in front of a season-high crowd of 1,393.

Georgia surprises Alabama in softball
Bolstered by the strong pitching of Christine Hamilton and the big bats of Megan Wiggins and Melissa Wood, Georgia ended the regular season on a high note Sunday with a 4-2 upset win over No. 1 Alabama before a record-breaking crowd of 1,633.

Indy 500's rookie field could jump-start league
INDIANAPOLIS - Bobby Rahal believes the Indianapolis 500 rookie class could change the look of IndyCar racing - and not just because his 19-year-old son, Graham, happens to be one of the series' top new faces.

Detroit wins physical Game 1 over Orlando
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Hedo Turkoglu's uncontested dunk early in the second half gave the Orlando Magic their first lead. Less than a minute later, the Detroit Pistons took over.

Earnhardt harbors no hard feelings
RICHMOND, Va. - For the first time in two years, Dale Earnhardt Jr. had the checkered flag within reach.

Braves' offense perks up in sweep
ATLANTA - The Braves made the most of their last chance to take advantage of the Cincinnati Reds' road futility.

Scholarship winners
The Champion's Foundation is awarding a $500 one-time scholarship, which will be named in honor of former Georgia football coach and athletic director Vince Dooley, to a male and female athlete from each of the five Athens metro high schools. The high school's principals and athletic directors selected and nominated each recipient. The winners are:

Embarrassing end to Hawks' scare
BOSTON - Kevin Garnett took a behind-the-back pass from Paul Pierce, slammed in the dunk to make the lead three dozen points and then slashed his hand across his throat to signal what the Atlanta Hawks already knew.

Jack Frierson: Standout molded by family
When former Georgia tennis standout Jack Frierson is inducted into the Athens Athletic Hall of Fame, he will no doubt be thinking of all the people who helped him along the way.

Thor Ronemus: Guard pulled his own weight
Thor Ronemus was surrounded by greatness throughout his athletic career.

Horse's death raises concern
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - A day after Big Brown blazed across the finish line, the snapshot of Eight Belles down on the dirt set off a raging debate that extended far beyond the Kentucky Derby: Is horse racing now facing an image crisis?

Tom Montgomery: QB flourished in old formation
When Tom Montgomery heard he was going into the Athens Athletic Hall of Fame, he thought somebody phoned the wrong number.

Desormeaux joins elite company with third win
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Kent Desormeaux was in such a slump that he had to do something, even if it meant moving his family from California to New York.

Kim beats Tiger-less Wachovia field
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Anthony Kim became the youngest PGA Tour winner in six years, cruising to a five-shot win over Ben Curtis in the Wachovia Championship.

Attendance down despite ratings rise
RICHMOND, Va. - One reason television ratings are up this year compared to the last three years might be that NASCAR fans are staying home to watch races rather than sitting in the grandstands.

Cox dealing with battered bullpen
ATLANTA - The Atlanta Braves' three-game sweep of Cincinnati didn't mask manager Bobby Cox's increasingly difficult challenge of dealing with injuries to his pitching staff.

Claude Williams award
Two community service awards will be presented this year to recognize someone that has made a special contribution to youth sports activities in the Athens, Georgia area.

Television

Braves blow out Reds in seventh
ATLANTA - Now that John Smoltz is going to be a closer when healthy, the Braves will need to find another starter for the rest of the season.

Creamer clings to slim edge
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. - Paula Creamer made two long birdie putts to pull away from the field Saturday in the SemGroup Championship, only to drop two shots on the closing holes for the third straight day to give her challengers a chance.

Buffalo impressed with rookie Omon
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - Having scored 98 touchdowns - that's right, two short of 100 - in four years at college, Xavier Omon has a knack for finding the end zone.

Lakers eager to end layoff
LOS ANGELES - When the Staples Center crowd chants "MVP! MVP" in Kobe Bryant's direction Sunday, it won't simply be based on sentiment.

Leroy Moorehead: Baseball gave way to history
Leroy Moorehead never liked to relax in the shade very long.

Past Hall of Fame inductees

Big Brown wins; Filly Eight Belles euthanized on track
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Big Brown backed up his trainer's boasts with an explosive finishing kick and won the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, a commanding victory turned somber by the fatal breakdown of the filly Eight Belles on horse racing's biggest day.

Ken Dious: 'Captain' made mark early
It's surprising that Ken Dious' nickname at the old Athens High and Industrial School wasn't "Captain," because he served in that role on both the Yellow Jackets' football and basketball teams.

Bobby Gentry: Coach shaped Hawkinsville
Bobby Gentry might have built his reputation in another part of the state, but his roots remained in Athens.

Kim takes four-shot lead into final round
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Quail Hollow Club's tree-lined, old-style setup has produced an impressive list of winners, ranging from Vijay Singh to Jim Furyk to last year's champion, Tiger Woods.

Hampton mulling retirement
ATLANTA - Mike Hampton's long procession of comeback attempts is taking an emotional toll that forced him to at least briefly consider retirement.

Woodhead ready for big city
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. - Danny Woodhead took the football, cut quickly to his left and then disappeared.

Webb, Ojeda lead Arizona
PHOENIX - Brandon Webb became the majors' first seven-game winner, Augie Ojeda drove in a career-high six runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 10-4 on Saturday.

Billy Bennett: Tiny kicker made big splash
When Billy Bennett played football, he marched to his own beat. That inclination toward setting his own tempo has continued off the field with a career in the music business. Bennett has gone from an All-SEC kicker to a sound technician for a touring rock band.

Carlisle talking with Mavericks
DALLAS - Rick Carlisle is the front-runner to replace Avery Johnson as coach of the Dallas Mavericks.

Bryant, Lakers secure Game 1
LOS ANGELES - Kobe Bryant made most of the shots that mattered, which he didn't view as any great accomplishment.

Hawks try for shocker
WALTHAM, Mass. - The Boston Celtics played hard all season for home-court advantage in the playoffs.

Leonard Laster: Growth spurt propelled star
When asked two weeks ago if he was surprised when he learned of his eminent induction into the Athens Athletic Hall of Fame, the late Leonard "Pie" Laster had himself a good chuckle.

Deborah Bolton Gunter: Fueled by basketball
As a forward at the old Burney-Harris High School girls basketball team in the early 1960s, Athens native Deborah Bolton Gunter learned some valuable lessons from her coach, Elizabeth G. King.

49-year-old former Brave retires
MEXICO CITY - Julio Franco finally called it quits.

Future perspectives: Teacher as Guide
Flora Tydings' education career began in a way she now sees as "old-fashioned." She wrote with chalk on slate boards, sweated in classrooms with no air-conditioning and lectured her students about history - as in face-to-face.



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