Entries by Walter Geiger

HD's General Protecht conspirator goes to prison

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Wednesday, February 24. 2010

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Guillermo Martinez, the Home Depot manager charged with selling Leviton trade secrets to General Protecht, is going to prison. [Full Story »]

NWTF Hunting Heritage Banquet is tonight

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Walter Geiger

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Wednesday, February 24. 2010

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The 10th annual National Wild Turkey Federation Hunting Heritage Banquet is set for Wednesday, Feb. 24, at the Barnesville Civic Center. [Full Story »]

Greenco president apologizes for odors

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Walter Geiger

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Monday, February 22. 2010

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Greenco Environmental president Tim Lesko apologized profusely for odors emanating from his company's composting operation on Roger Brown Drive at a public hearing held Monday night at the Barnesville Civic Center.
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Cavs take down Trojans 73-61

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Walter Geiger

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Monday, February 22. 2010

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The Lamar County Trojans lost to the Callaway Cavaliers 73-61 Monday night in Roberta in the Region 5AA title game.

Lamar led by three as the first half waned but Camden Foster was called for a foul and then hit with a phantom technical foul for "staring down" the man he fouled. Callaway hit four free throws to take a lead it never surrendered.
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Motivational speaker at FAC tonight

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Walter Geiger

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Monday, February 22. 2010

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Motivational speaker Bob Alexander will appear at the school system Fine Arts Center Monday night at 6:30 p.m. [Full Story »]

McBride also nominated for AMW award

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Walter Geiger

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Monday, February 22. 2010

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Investigator Buddy McBride of the Lamar County sheriff's office has been nominated as an America's Most Wanted All-Star. [Full Story »]

Trojans stun Owls; play for 5AA title Monday

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Walter Geiger

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Sunday, February 21. 2010

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The Lamar County Trojans stunned the top-seeded Spencer Owls Saturday night and will play for the region 5AA title Monday night. [Full Story »]

Trojans advance in 5AA tourney; Ladies fall

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Walter Geiger

in Sports

Friday, February 19. 2010

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The Lamar County Trojans routed the Macon County Bulldogs in Montezuma Friday night to advance in the Region 5AA basketball tournament.

Meanwhile, the Lady Trojans failed late as they lost to MCHS. [Full Story »]

Tiger says he's sorry; will play again

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Walter Geiger

in Opinion

Friday, February 19. 2010

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By DOUG FERGUSON
The Associated Press

Tiger Woods re-emerged into public life Friday, issuing another apology for his infidelity at a closely scripted event and affirming he will play golf again — he's just not sure when.

Speaking before a small group at the TPC Sawgrass clubhouse and a massive television audience, one of the world's most-recognized athletes repeatedly told his family, sponsors and fans — in essence, everyone connected with him — that he was sorry for his behavior. [Full Story »]

Grand jury to get 160 cases

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Walter Geiger

in Crime

Friday, February 19. 2010

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The March term Lamar County grand jury will review 160 or more cases when it convenes next month. [Full Story »]

Lady Trojans advance; Trojans play tonight

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Walter Geiger

in Sports

Friday, February 19. 2010

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The Lamar County Lady Trojans won their first round game in the Region 5AA basketball tournament and will play in round two tonight. [Full Story »]

Sheriff Waller appointed to CJCC

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Thursday, February 18. 2010

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Gov. Sonny Perdue has appointed Lamar County sheriff Larry Waller to the state Criminal Justice Coordinating Council [Full Story »]

Clark plays courtroom clown

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Walter Geiger

in Crime, News

Thursday, February 18. 2010

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Accused killer Jennifer Clark spent nearly four hours clowning around in Lamar superior court Feb. 11, apparently unconcerned about the seriousness of the charges against her. [Full Story »]