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Jack Hays Morgan, Sr.
Jack Hays Morgan Sr. 89, a lifelong resident of Newton County, died peacefully at his home Tuesday, March 3, 2009. Born on May 2, 1919 to Joe Carter and Margaret ...
Tigers fall short on upset bid Heritage also defeated in AAAA tournament
COVINGTON - The Alcovy Tigers almost completed a Region 4-AAAA sweep of Region 3-AAAA in the first round of the boys state basketball tournament.
Sibling revelry Kurt Busch not bothered by brother Kyle's fame
LAS VEGAS - Few would have blamed Kurt Busch if he had skipped Victory Lane. After all, drivers who finish 23rd at their home track don't have much to celebrate.
Stormwater: County budget approved
CONYERS - The Rockdale County stormwater management division looks to have more pipe in the ground this year than last year after receiving approval for its $4.46 million budget for 2009.
Snow day could hurt Bulldogs' chances Rockdale faces Miller Grove on Wednesday
COVINGTON - Monday's cancellation of school could have a big impact on the Rockdale boys basketball team as it prepares to meet No. 1 Miller Grove at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the second round of the Class AAAA tournament.
Winter wonderland Heavy snow falls throughout Rockdale County
CONYERS - The heavy snow that fell in Rockdale County caused few problems for residents, allowing most to enjoy the scenery.
BOE approves 2010-11 calendar
CONYERS - According to the 2010-11 school year calendar passed by the Rockdale County Board of Education during its regular meeting Thursday, students in Rockdale County Public Schools will head back to class after summer break at the end of July.
Health Reports - 03/03/09
The following food service establishment inspection reports were provided by the Environmental Health Division of the Rockdale County Health Department and the Newton County Health Department. Restaurants that score from 90 to 100 get a letter grade A; those that rate 80-89 get a B; a tally of 70-79 is a C; and below 70 is a U, or unacceptable. A restaurant scoring 70 or above is allowed to operate if there are no critical violations. If a facility is rated U on consecutive inspections, it must close and the owner must prove that it can be operated safely before reopening is allowed.
Community Calendar - 03/03/09
March 3
Government Meetings 03/03/09
Tuesdays
Hawks complete sweep of Wizards
WASHINGTON - Marvin Williams scored 28 points, and the Atlanta Hawks completed a season sweep of the Washington Wizards with a 98-89 victory Monday night.