Hazard On Our Higways
By Al Mauro

There is a law on the books under Ga. code 16-7-43 that prohibits throwing trash out along our highways. A fine can be imposed by the court ranging from 200.00 dollars up to 1,200.00 dollars. A violator can also be ordered to pick up for a distance not to exceed of one mile from where trash was thrown as well as all other trash thrown out by some one else.
Why is it then ...

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Barney Fife, report for duty
By Al Mauro

as I read the letter concerning Barney Fife an old cliche came to mind. It says, If you are going to be a fool it is better to keep your mouth shut, than it is to open your mouth and prove it. anyone who owns or operates a vehicle knows that a tag light is required by law. It would not be the first time that a pretty smiling face killed a police officer doing ...

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Pigskin prognostications, week 2
By jcurrier

This is it. This is the biggest game of the year, unless you’re a player or a coach then the biggest game is next Friday. The Effingham County Rebels make the trek south to the Corral to try to make it two in a row over the Mustangs. Game time is 7:30 p.m., but if you want a seat, you better get there by 6:30 p.m. The game should live up to all the hype. ...

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Week one in the books
By jcurrier

Whew!It was fun, but it was a lot of work. The first week of high school football is in the books and I'd say it was successful, albeit there were plenty of mistakes and not just the football players.

I'll leave it at that.

Congratulations to Benedictine head coach Bob Herndon for earning his 200th career win. His Cadets defeated Windsor Forest Thursday night for his career milestone. Herndon ...

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Pigskin prognostications, week 1
By jcurrier

Mustangs: South avenges last season’s loss by embarassing a stumbling Groves team by at least three touchdowns. The only Mustang player that may be a little disappointed afterwards will be all-state punter Conner Carmack because it doesn’t look like South’s offense will be stopped. But, I'm sure he doesn't mind. Prediction: South Effingham 34, Groves 7

Rebels: This will be a good game to catch up with old friends and hold conversation. ...

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