Archive for March 18th 2010

Ellis: Foster was never targeted or retaliated against

Local News Headline
By Robert Naddra
March 18, 2010
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DeKalb County CEO Burrell Ellis is standing by his public safety director in the face of allegations by former fire chief David Foster. In a letter sent to county commissioners last week, Foster claimed that DeKalb County Public Safety Director Willi...

Bus riders frustrated with MARTA cutback plan

Local News Headline
By Jonathan Cribbs
March 18, 2010
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David Griswold put the prospect of MARTA bus route cutbacks in plain terms as he sat waiting for a bus in Decatur on March 15. “It’s messed up,” he said. “It’s going to cause a lot of problems.” Griswold, 32, of Decatur said he works in a...

Zora & Kally

Pet
By John Hewitt
March 18, 2010

Zora & Kally

DOG: Zora is female German Shepherd mix who looks similar to a black German Shepherd. She is sweet and energetic, approximately three years old and is estimated to weigh 60 pounds. Zora is up-to-date with routine shots and spayed. She has been availa...

Lexus RX 450h conserves fuel but splurges on comfort and convenience

Blog
By Gale Horton Gay
March 18, 2010
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Lexus RX 450h. Photo by Travis Hudgons

The whisper-soft whirring sound of the 2010 Lexus RX 450h is a gentle reminder that this hybrid delivers a unique driving experience. With a 3.5 liter, 24-valve, dual overhead cam V6 engine, the RX 450h alternates between gas and electric power seaml...

Medical volunteers seeking crutches for return trip to Haiti

Lifestyle Feature
By Gale Horton Gay
March 18, 2010
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Crutches help earthquake survivor Renena, 8, reclaim her mobility in Haiti. Photo by Kathy Davidson

Freeborn Ukpede and Kathy Davison want anyone who has unused crutches and canes to know that they have a way to put them to good use—send them to Haiti for children and adults who have had amputations, or other leg injuries. Working through CURE In...

2010 All-county basketball team

Sports News
By Robert Naddra
March 18, 2010
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The talent pool for high school basketball in DeKalb County has been deep for a long time. And with four state champions and a runner up this past season, many players were put in the state and national spotlight. Several players who performed well i...

Champion: Memories and Milestones