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Denver Bronco 'Bay Bay' Visits Laurens County
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Jan 27, 2012 at 4:08 PM EST

Former West Laurens standout and Denver Bronco Demaryius Thomas returned home to Central Georgia during the NFL off season and found time to mentor to some of his hometown Laurens County middle school students. 

Thomas, affectionately known as Bay Bay, signed autographs and answered...more questions from the nearly 60 students enrolled in the 21st Century Community Learning Center After School care program.

Thomas drove home the points that program stands for by emphasizing improving student achievement and behavior as well as parental involvement.

The 6'3," 235-pound wide receiver finished with 32 catches for 551 yards. One of his more shining moments occurred during the AFC Wild Card game, where he scored an 80-yard touchdown catch in overtime from quarterback Tim Tebow to win the game against Pittsburgh to advance to the second round.

Thomas also attended Georgia Tech but skipped his senior year for the NFL draft. Thomas is originally from
Dublin

Mets sign INF Tuiasosopo
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:43 PM EST
The New York Mets signed free agent infielder
Matt Tuiasosopo on Friday.

Coliseum Health Confirms CEO's Death in Plane Crash
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:38 PM EST

The head of Macon's Coliseum Health System died today when his plane crashed near Ocala, Fla..

The hospital system confirmed in a news release this afternoon that P. Allen Golson died in the crash.

Earlier, the Ocala Star Banner's Ocala.com reported that Golson died when his...more twin-engine Cessna crashed near Ocala.

Sheriff's officials said the plane crashed near 38th Street as it apparently was trying to land at the airport. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

The plane departed Middle Georgia Regional Airport in Macon, at 10:30 a.m., according to flightaware.com.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration website, the plane is registered to Flying G Aviation LLC in Wilmington, Del.

Golson recently announced he was leaving Coliseum for a CEO job with Ocala Health System. Both systems are owned by HCA.

The Coliseum's news release quotes Michael Joyce, president of HCA's North Florida Division, as
Forsyth-Monroe, Macon

Bucks' Bogut out with fractured ankle
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:30 PM EST
Milwaukee Bucks center Andrew Bogut will
miss the next 8-to-12 weeks with a fractured left ankle.

Patriots' defense making the most of spare parts
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:32 PM EST
A year ago, Sterling Moore was taking in the Super Bowl as a
spectator, perched way up in the rafters of spacious Cowboys Stadium as a
college senior at nearby Southern Methodist University.

Phillies, Pence agree for $10.4 million
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:06 PM EST
The Philadelphia Phillies avoided
arbitration with outfielder Hunter Pence on Friday, signing him to a one-year
deal worth $10.4 million.

Rays sign Keppinger to major league deal
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:02 PM EST
The Tampa Bay Rays signed veteran
infielder Jeff Keppinger to a one-year deal on Friday.

I-16 Ramp Closed for Construction Work
Jan 27, 2012 at 4:02 PM EST

I-16 ramp exit 24 both eastbound and westbound closes for construction work starting Friday, Jan. 27 through February 1.
That's according to a Georgia Department of Transportation news release.
The contractor will be replacing Exit 24's entrance and exit ramps slab.
Here's a more...more detailed schedule:
 Friday, January 27 continuously until Monday, January 30: I-16 eastbound entrance ramp from Exit 24, beginning at 1:30 a.m. until midnight January 30Monday, January 30, 7 a.m. until 5 p.m.: 1-16 westbound exit ramp at Exit 24 Tuesday, January 31 at midnight until Wednesday, February 1 at midnight: 1-16 westbound exit ramp at Exit 24
Dublin, Twiggs, Bleckley-Dodge-Pulaski

Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for The Tavern
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:25 PM EST

WARNER ROBINS, GA- The Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Tavern at Southland Station.
The Tavern is a casual, American restaurant offering an extensive menu of Classic American fare, including only the finest USDA prime aged steak, fresh fish and...more unique daily specials.  The Tavern features a sprawling horseshoe shaped bar, professional and attentive wait staff, a beautiful private dining room and a lively bar for dining or drinks.
“Visitors, locals and celebrities all agree,” says owner, Jim Turner, “The Tavern is the premier spot to see and be seen when looking for great dining in Warner Robins.”
For more information, call The Tavern at 478.929.5126
See photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/robinsregional/
Warner Robins

Report: Browns hire Childress as OC
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:55 PM EST
The Cleveland Browns have hired Brad Childress as offensive
coordinator, according to a report.

Giants sign infielder Theriot
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:51 PM EST
The San Francisco Giants signed infielder
Ryan Theriot to a one-year, non-guaranteed major league contract.

Congressman Scott to Hold Office Hours in Forsyth
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:53 PM EST

 
The office of U.S. Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) will hold mobile office hours for residents across Georgia’s Eighth Congressional district.  Caseworkers and field representatives from Rep. Scott’s office will be on hand to help with issues ranging from Medicare and Social Security to...more veterans benefits.  Constituents are encouraged to stop by during the times listed below —no appointment is necessary
You can visit the Forsyth Mobile office hours on February 7 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce.
That's at 68 North Lee St. in Forsyth. 
Forsyth-Monroe

Kroger Awards Schools for Healthy Living
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:39 PM EST

 
HOUSTON COUNTY, GA – Six schools will receive a total of $6,550 in cash awards from Kroger as a result of entering a Healthy Living contest, a Houston County Board of Education news release says.
Matt Arthur Elementary, Linwood Elementary, David Perdue Elementary and Quail Run...more Elementary were named Honorable Mention winners and will be awarded $1,500 each.  Parkwood Elementary also won $500, and Russell Elementary won $50.  The awards will be presented in April to be spent on any educational need.
Bruce Rouse, co-manager of the Kroger in Bonaire, and Beth Wood, unit manager, encouraged the schools to apply for the Kroger Earning Plus Learning for the opportunity to win up to $5,000.  The contest theme was “Healthy Living.”  Schools creatively described how they exhibit healthy living throughout the school year by submitting an entry such as a scrapbook, photographs, a video, essays, student art, etc.  Quail Run Elementary entered an exhibit board, which is
Perry, Warner Robins

NHL's best get together for annual Skills Competition
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:39 PM EST
Alex Ovechkin has owned the Breakaway Challenge
since the event's inception a few years ago, but with the Washington Capitals
star pulling out of the league's All-Star Game, some new faces will get a
chance at the title.

Interim President to Hold Town Hall Meetings
Jan 27, 2012 at 3:32 PM EST

Interim President Stas Preczewski will discuss Georgia College developments during the past year and projects for the future at the first of two faculty/staff town hall meetings.
 
Held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 in Russell Auditorium, the meeting’s agenda will include information about...more the fiscal year 2013 budget allocation decisions and the investments Georgia College is currently making to ensure continued excellence.
The meeting will also give an update from the Presidential Search and Screen Committee.
All faculty and staff are expected to attend one of the two campus town hall meetings. The second meeting takes place at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9.
Milledgeville