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Aug 27, 2008
You have only a few more days to see works of art by Tomi Kyker and Nancy Hicks. Both artists are exhibiting their work as part of the ongoing Community Artists' League's shows in the Goldie Mayfield Gallery at E.G. Fisher Public Library.
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Senior Support - Learning to deal with osteoarthritis
Aug 27, 2008
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Reunions
Aug 27, 2008
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KMB, McDonald's team up for 2008 Telephone Book Recycling Campaign
Aug 26, 2008
Trading your outdated telephone directory for a new one? Drop off the old one at either the McDonald's in Athens or Etowah and receive a free small soft drink or coffee in return.
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Get fit! Local businesses encourage healthy lifestyle
Aug 25, 2008
Working in the insurance business, Laurie Powell has seen costs increase as people, in general, have become less healthy. However, with healthier employees, businesses see fewer sick days, Workers Compensation claims and other types of claims.
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In the kitchen - Her biscuits are a winning recipe
Aug 22, 2008
Connie Wolfe has been cooking since she was a little girl growing up in Dayton. She mostly learned about preparing food from her grandmother, the late Frances Yearwood.
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The long way home - Local man's round-trip bike route from home to work is 34 miles
Aug 22, 2008
Tim Wilson's expression is inscrutable as he rides his bicycle alongside some of Athens' busiest roads. His eyes are concealed behind sunglasses and his feet constantly pump the pedals, propelling him along.
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The Arts Center wins KMB yard award for August
Aug 22, 2008
The Arts Center in Downtown Athens has been chosen as recipient of the August Business Yard of the Month Award. Presented by Keep McMinn Beautiful, the award was given based on efforts to beautify the North White Street location. A sign designating the award has been placed in front of The Arts Center.
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School menus
Aug 22, 2008
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McMinn Dem, GOP women celebrate Women's Equality Day with film screening
Aug 21, 2008
In celebration of the 88th anniversary of Women's Equality Day, the McMinn County Republican Women and the Democrat Women are jointly sponsoring a free showing of the HBO drama "Iron Jawed Angels."
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Museum Center to host walking tour of Chattanooga outdoor sculpture projects
Aug 21, 2008
CLEVELAND - The Museum Center at 5ive Points is organizing a van trip to Chattanooga on Saturday, Aug. 30.
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Two local fairs bring fun for all
Aug 20, 2008
After several weekends of nonstop activities - horse shows, fall festivals, motorcycle rides, cruise-ins, etc. - it looks like things are slowing down a little. ...Or are they?
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Senior Support - Answers on a variety of topics
Aug 20, 2008
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Reunions
Aug 20, 2008
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UT Extension offers 'Culinary Arts for Everyday Cooks' class
Aug 19, 2008
If you've ever wanted to learn those quick-as-lightning knife techniques that TV chefs use, you'll soon have the opportunity.
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Sisters donate hair to Locks of Love
Aug 18, 2008
Three years ago, Acacia Stillwell donated her hair to Locks of Love to help children. Earlier this summer, Acacia, 13, again made that sacrifice and inspired her sister, Kelby Stillwell, 9, to do the same.
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In the kitchen - Offering up homestyle food
Aug 15, 2008
Sue Hicks watches as her helpers move purposely around the kitchen, opening cans, measuring ingredients and moving hot baking pans from stove to countertop.
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Gilliams' yard chosen for August KMB honor
Aug 15, 2008
It's possible you have driven past 612 Ingleside Ave. at least once this week. Now is the time to slow down - after carefully checking your rearview mirror, of course - and admire it as Keep McMinn Beautiful's Yard of the Month.
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Meet the Artists - Hicks and Kyker put art classes to good use
Aug 15, 2008
The Goldie Mayfield Gallery at E.G. Fisher Public Library is again in full bloom with several botanical-themed works of art by Community Artists' League members Tomi Kyker and Nancy Hicks. The exhibit is on display through the end of August.
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'The Art of Our History' contest deadline is Oct. 10
Aug 15, 2008
The Athens Area Council for the Arts proudly announces "The Art of Our History", a juried art competition and exhibit to be held at The Arts Center from Oct. 27 to Jan. 6.
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