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    Teamsters Applaud California Attorney General Brown's Crackdown on Misclassification of Port Drivers  Sep 6, 2008
    Two lawsuits, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, are the first round of what Brown has pledged to be a series of similar suits against trucking companies that have allegedly gained an unfair advantage over competitors in the industry by treating their haulers as "independent contractors" instead of employees. "By unlawfully labeling the port drivers independent contractors, these trucking companies exploit the system to deny workers and their families their right to benefits and fair... (PR Newswire)

    Logging skills put to the test  Sep 3, 2008
    "It's fun. That's the main thing," said Harrison, a 38-year veteran of timber falling who works as an independent contractor. "That, and it's good competition.". (The Union Democrat)

    Battle of the business cards  Aug 30, 2008
    As an independent contractor, my name was well-known in the industry, but when I decided to start my own company, I asked Nathan [Martin] to brand it, Georgi said. He designed a logo, business card and everything else I would need. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Techie held for source code theft  Aug 29, 2008
    In June 2007, Ravi had resigned from Tecra Systems, saying that he would work for Microsoft in Washington as an independent contractor and Tecra relieved him. A sales manager of Tecra Systems was making calls to prospective customers to sell their products and in the process they realised that someone else had already given a demo of a similar product. (Times of India)

    'Above the law'  Aug 25, 2008
    In my opinion, he can't do that, because he's an independent contractor for Orange Cove. I think the video camera was paid for by the city. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    More of this story  Aug 25, 2008
    The agreement called for the theater to be managed by Gilmore Entertainment Group as an independent contractor for five years, with two optional five-year terms. Gilmore, the owner of the company, runs the successful Carolina Opry in Myrtle Beach, S.C.. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    The tipping point  Aug 24, 2008
    By and Alex Powers, Staff Writers Saturday, August 23, 2008. Barista Telea Noriega, in the background, serves customers at the North Bend Dutch Bros. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Petro-Can retailers run on fumes  Aug 24, 2008
    About 800 stations nationally are owned by Petro-Canada but operated by an independent contractor. Another 500 are owned by independent dealers. (Calgary Herald)

    Auditor appointment process takes step forward  Aug 23, 2008
    Acting on the advice of its ways and means committee, the council voted 8-0 on Aug. 19 (Councilor Charles Kokoros of District 1 could not attend the meeting) to advertise for an independent contractor or an independent accounting firm to serve in this capacity, but only if this was approved by Town Solicitor Carolyn Murray ... I ve read the charter, and it s my opinion that while we can t hire a firm to serve our auditor need, I do believe that we could hire a person as an independent contractor... (Braintree Forum, MA)

    N.Y. Comptroller Nets More Attorneys in Pension Probe  Aug 22, 2008
    The comptroller's office determined that the Oneonta School District in Otsego County, N.Y., had incorrectly reported Pondolfino as an employee, rather than an independent contractor. He received an annual pension of $1,999 since 2004. (Law.com)

    CF Exceeds Yearly Testing Progress  Aug 22, 2008
    The school entered into an agreement with independent contractor Hays Driving School for the Behind- The-Wheel program. The contractual agreement states the driving school operated by teacher Greg Hays will provide six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction along with 30 hours of classroom theory through June 30, 2009. (Fulton County News, PA)

    Supervisor addresses police facility 'no' vote  Aug 21, 2008
    " He went on to say that option would work better as a build-to-lease property. In other words, Delafield is open to having an independent contractor build the structure and then present the rent structure to the town. However, he is aware that the town cannot sign a lease of more than five years without a referendum, so the owner of that prospective building will most likely want to recoup his investment in the first five years, perhaps rendering the rent cost prohibitive. Nevertheless,... (Hyde Park Townsman, NY)

    Area attorney off NY pension plan  Aug 21, 2008
    75 years of service credit from Cheektowaga Central School District since 2004 because he was incorrectly listed as an employee though he worked as an independent contractor ... "Independent contractors do not qualify for state pensions. We are continuing to look at lawyers in the Retirement System to ensure no one is receiving a pension they don't deserve.". (Buffalo Business First, NY)

    Abigail Dubs 'a cut above' selling knives  Aug 20, 2008
    "I'm selling knives," Abby said, "but all my appointments are pre-set over the phone. I don't go door-to-door. I started with friends and family members just to get used to the job and what I was doing. Then they give me recommendations of people to call. They talk to them first, so the people are fine with it when I give them a call and set something up. I'm an independent contractor. I bring my set of knives and we play around with food, cutting up tomatoes and potatoes. They cut better than... (Dowagiac News, MI)

    Report questions jailing of Wyoming juveniles  Aug 19, 2008
    Evans is an independent contractor working under the nonprofit association. Tony Lewis, director of the Wyoming Department of Family Services, agreed that Wyoming should do more to keep juveniles out of jail whenever possible. (Rapid City Journal, SD)

    Humpy Wheeler launching his own firm  Aug 19, 2008
    Trip plans to stay with Velocity as an independent contractor. Humpy will be chairman, and Trip will serve as president. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)

    Beginner-friendly mountain-biking trails curve down Alyeska moutain  Aug 17, 2008
    This time, Rowe said, he is working with the resort rather than as an independent contractor, aiming to attract a larger group of riders. "It's designed to be a flowing free ride trail for easy ability," he said. (Anchorage Daily News)

    A Richmond County Water Department work crew is installing a new water line on Old Gibson Mill Road, Hamlet. David Knight is the backhoe operator. Photo by Tom MacCallum/Daily Journal  Aug 17, 2008
    This enabled the county to extend lines farther than if they hired an independent contractor. We are planning on moving to some of the side roads off N.C. 381 and install as much line as possible with the remaining money, County Manager Jim Haynes said. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)

    Fish pond owner confronts WSSC over fish kill  Aug 15, 2008
    "I was told (by an independent contractor) it would cost about $300,000 to fix," he said. "About $150,000 for dredging, $100,000 to replace the fish, $32,000 for the plants and more to fix the land around the property from the dredging.". (Laurel Leader, MD)

    Man indicted in sex assault of 13-year-old  Aug 15, 2008
    Lefrandt delivers newspapers as an independent contractor and is not an employee of the Advertiser, according to the company's human resources department. Honolulu Star-Bulletin. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Newswatch, Police/Fire  Aug 14, 2008
    Lefrandt, who delivers newspapers as an independent contractor, took the boy with him to the Honolulu Advertiser's Kapolei printing plant, according to court documents. Lefrandt is not an Advertiser employee, according to the company's human resources department. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Failure is an option  Aug 14, 2008
    An independent contractor, he brings in his clients and pays the firm a percentage of his profits. He doesn't have to contend with administrative and other overhead costs. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)

    Lawsuit alleges kickbacks paid to local doctors  Aug 13, 2008
    According to the suit, it was an independent contractor for Sulzer-Medica Inc. with an exclusive agreement to sell its products in the western half of Pennsylvania and West Virginia. But, from 1988 to 2007, the McCulloughs said the defendants "paid illegal kickbacks and provided numerous forms of illegal payments" to doctors and hospitals, and that sales began to drop after 1996. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Workforce development payment comes under scrutiny  Aug 13, 2008
    Interim Superintendent Dr. Lora Wolff said he is an independent contractor ... He's an independent contractor, not an employee. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    YouTube Video Depicts Judicial Candidate Supporting Rogue Organization  Aug 12, 2008
    On the video, Mario Garcia is depicted introducing himself as a "chief master independent contractor" to the and offers to provide legal services to network members. "I've been chosen to provide members of the network of TUC with all of the legal services to all our network members," Garcia says in the promotional video with the group's emblem in the background. (Law.com)

    CLEAR VISIONS: Procedure enables Ocala man to see his target  Aug 12, 2008
    Photo by JON M. FLETCHER/The Times-UnionOphthalmologist Arun Gulani performs vision-correction surgery on Trinity Aston, who works as an independent contractor, providing security for diplomats in Iraq ... And imagine that, as an independent contractor charged with protecting diplomats in the Iraq war zone, eyesight is a matter of life and death to you ... He said he's an independent contractor, but declined to say for what company. (Florida Times-Union)

    Dissent seen over transfer of center  Aug 11, 2008
    Aguirre's report criticizing the proposed transfer says it sidesteps managed-competition regulations, which establish a procedure to determine whether services can be provided more efficiently by an independent contractor than by city staff. The mayor's endorsement of Gwinn's proposal evades those regulations because the city failed to seek other bids, the report argues. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Ways and means committee to study auditor  Aug 9, 2008
    I ve read the charter, and it s my opinion that while we can t hire a firm to serve our auditor need, I do believe that we could hire a person as an independent contractor ... Mullaney added, If we did get an independent contractor, it would be a bargain because there wouldn t be employee benefits ... Mullaney suggested posting an announcement looking for an independent contractor, rather than a salaried employee, to fill the auditor s position. (Braintree Forum, MA)

    Fresh Pain for the Uninsured  Aug 8, 2008
    They lost state-provided insurance when Jase became an independent contractor in 2005, and had chosen to save money by going without coverage at the time Mia had the stroke. The couple assumed they would be able to pay the $6,293 tab for emergency care and tests in monthly interest-free installments. (BusinessWeek)

    WUSA9.com | Washington, DC | Police Arrest Su...  Aug 8, 2008
    "We have two arrests. One had some involvement in the parcel delivery. It was an an independent contractor. The other person was the intended person for the parcel," said Major Mark Magaw, commander of the county's narcotics enforcement division. Police announced they had seized 417 pounds of marijuana worth about $3. (W-USA News, DC)

    N.C. Agriculture Commissioner visits county  Aug 7, 2008
    Among the topics local farmers discussed with Troxler were the rising cost of fuel, fertilizer, independent contractor healthcare and immigration reform for migrant workers. Troxler admitted frustration at the inability to resolve the immigration issue. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)

    Farmer sends message to neighbors with car fence  Aug 5, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. DIRECTOR A professional and administ. (Albany Times Union)

    Man who beheaded bus seat mate...  Aug 5, 2008
    Vincent Augert, an independent contractor who distributes newspapers in Edmonton, said that Li was one of his most reliable carriers. "He was very punctual and always cleanly dressed," he told The Associated Press. (CNN -- Law)

    Thanksgiving comes in August  Aug 4, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. exp'd. (Albany Times Union)

    Decapitation Suspect Allegedly Ate Victim  Aug 4, 2008
    Vincent Augert, an independent contractor who distributes newspapers in Edmonton, Alberta, said that Vince Weiguang Li, was one of his most reliable carriers. "He was very punctual and always cleanly dressed," Augert told The Associated Press. (CBS News -- World)

    Manny deserved the boot  Aug 3, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. State of New York, Court of Appeals. (Albany Times Union)

    Prosecutors Recommend One Year of Probation for Milberg Kickback Defendant  Aug 2, 2008
    He now works as an "independent contractor paralegal," prosecutors said in the memo. Prosecutors also noted that the kickbacks occurred several years ago. (Law.com)

    Boy, 10, turns mom in for making phony money  Jul 31, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. shows and client promotions at highl. (Albany Times Union)

    Lake George party: Brawls, drunkenness, even a rescue  Jul 31, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. 40-cents/mile Regional assignments i.. (Albany Times Union)

    Trials, errors lead to firing  Jul 31, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. The City School District of Albany i.. (Albany Times Union)

    Israeli PM to resign, Mideast peace doubts raised  Jul 31, 2008
    YOUR OWN BOSS Independent contractor. Careerto the Next Level. (Albany Times Union)

    J.D. Power ranks Raymond James tops in investor satisfaction  Jul 31, 2008
    (NYSE: RJF), a financial services holding company based in St. Petersburg, has three wholly-owned broker/dealers , and Raymond James Ltd., as well as Limited, a majority-owned independent contractor subsidiary in the United Kingdom. Full list of rankings, based on a 1,000 point scale. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)

    LETTERS: NCT, July 30, 2008  Jul 31, 2008
    Interestingly I bid on a project at Los Alamos (regarding nuclear weapons) as an independent contractor. Interesting that I could not obtain insurance, even though I was not going to be near, or have, or store any nuclear weapons. (North County Times)

    Centerra Gold Reports Second Quarter Earnings (Before Unusual Items) of $0.06 Per Share  Jul 31, 2008
    A review of the closure cost estimate for Kumtor is being updated by an independent contractor and is expected to be finalized in the fourth quarter 2008. A resulting adjustment to the asset retirement obligation at Kumtor would be recorded as applicable during the fourth quarter. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    Cable TV rates to increase in community  Jul 30, 2008
    Booker, who won't be around to see it as he plans to retire in October, said he hopes the city follows a recommendation from the independent contractor who conducted the last cost-of-service study in 2004 to make annual rate adjustments. The last rate increase was in April 2007. (The News-Herald)

    Inspector questions Blackwater contracts  Jul 29, 2008
    "We recognize that the issue of independent contractor vs. employee classification is complex," the statement said. "If after fair and complete examination of the facts, the appropriate authorities have alternate recommendations about our worker classification, we are open to considering other options so long as we can continue to serve our government clients in the best way possible."The report also discussed 33 non-aviation contracts worth $2. (News & Observer)

    Cosmetics sales fare well during economic slowdown  Jul 27, 2008
    Mary Kay cosmetics company has had one of its best years, said Ellyn Hembd, an independent contractor with Mary Kay out of La Crosse. And, she said, her personal sales have steadily increased during her 18 years of selling the brand. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Melrose People: Jessica Raymond  Jul 25, 2008
    I m technically an independent contractor there. Cathy s the one on the insurance referral program. (Melrose Free Press, MA)

    SF Undecided On Principal Replacement  Jul 25, 2008
    In other personnel matters, the board hired Lucy Lynch to provide nursing services for the one district student in accordance with the terms of the Independent Contractor Agreement. Lynch will receive an hourly rate of $25 in exchange for her duties. (Fulton County News, PA)

    After travel agency collapse, some get refunds  Jul 24, 2008
    The eBay store was run by an independent contractor associated with the Points of Light Institute. Profits from the sale of travel packages went to the institute, which coordinates and promotes volunteerism and community service across the U.S.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Green Valley Golf Tips: It’s not down here; it’s out there  Jul 23, 2008
    She has been an independent contractor teaching at Haven Golf Club for the past eight years. In October she will continue her popular 3-hour school for 90 (including lunch) that takes six students maximum per session from putter to driver. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    No answers as alleged shooter committed to state hospital  Jul 23, 2008
    White is an independent contractor for The Times and Democrat. John Henry Isaac, 65, of 117 Sikes Road, was charged with assault and battery with intent to kill. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Fair park director would be new post  Jul 23, 2008
    Novitzke currently works as an event consultant and is an independent contractor. He specializes in event management, marketing and sponsorship. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)

    Residents push for roundabout  Jul 17, 2008
    Independent contractor and negotiator Bryan Flaherty is doing that work, and he said the timeline was short from the start. Negotiating right-of-way acquisition isn't something that can be rushed because pushing people too hard irritates them and causes more delays in the long run, he said. (Missoulian, MT)

    Hottest player on tour but Perry can't face Britain in July  Jul 16, 2008
    I'm an independent contractor. I can do whatever I want and if the critics don't like it that's fine. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)

    No DHL delivery  Jul 16, 2008
    Andy Turlington of Turlington Air Delivery, a former independent contractor for DHL Express in Wichita Falls, said he did make an announcement in that city on July 1. Turlington said Friday June 28 was the final date for deliveries at a lot of remote stations in Texas. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)

    Read more...  Jul 15, 2008
    Taking a markedly different approach, the management of the Points of Light Institute alerted federal prosecutors to its financial irregularities less than a month after it was discovered that a former fundraiser for the organization who was hired as an independent contractor to manage the organization's eBay store may have been auctioning off bogus travel packages. According to Michelle Nunn, president and CEO of the organization, the travel auctions were stopped immediately and the store was... (PNN Online)

    Treasure hunt begins today  Jul 15, 2008
    No employee of The Carmi Times, nor any carrier or independent contractor with the newspaper, nor any member of their immediate families (parents, children or siblings of those people) is eligible to win. The hunt is sponsored by more than 20 local businesses, and the clues will be found in ads sponsored by those businesses to run in The Times for the next five weeks. (Carmi Times, IL)

    WWII ace inspects replica of his old fighter plane at Grout writeLink("vid_id=1082&file=warpilot.flv");  Jul 14, 2008
    Metro: WWII ace inspects replica of his old fighter plane at Grout. Don't have an account. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Nevada Exploration Inc. Announces Phase II Drilling at Hot Pot  Jul 14, 2008
    A drill rig from an independent contractor became available for a short time this spring and was able to complete the first 10 holes of the Phase II program. As expected, bedrock continues to be very shallow: 30m to 150m (85ft to 500ft) over much of the property. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    Area residents to be honored during NJSFCWC anniversary weekend  Jul 14, 2008
    She is a state-licensed community care provider for people with developmental disabilities, an independent contractor for the state Mentor Respite Provider Program, and is certified under N.J. Foundation for the Aging to provide services to the elderly. She also supports young mothers in the Trenton area with guidance, encouragement and educational support, and is on the boards of many local and international organizations. (NJ.com -- Times)

    Alexander Toyota planning new service center  Jul 14, 2008
    Jaylianne Escobedo, a licensed hairstylist in Arizona for 12 years, recently left her position as manager at Regis Salon (at Yuma Palms Regional Center) to become an independent contractor. She will be working under Jill Resendiz at Ambiance Salon, 2855 S. 4th Ave., providing haircuts, color and facial waxing. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)

    Johnson hopes for good fortune at Deere  Jul 13, 2008
    The damage they suffered "relative to other people, it's really minimal,'' he said.advertisementThe sigh of relief he let out was a big one, though. Now, if he could just get his game on track.Johnson is again one of the top attractions at the John Deere Classic, which he considers his home event even though he can't seem to settle in here. He has never finished higher than 20th and missed the cut last year, a few months after winning the Masters.This time, he's returning from left wrist... (MSNBC -- Sports)

    WWII ace inspects replica of his old fighter plane at Grout  Jul 13, 2008
    Don't have an account. (older than 14 days). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    More of this story  Jul 13, 2008
    The letter of intent calls for the theater to be managed by Gilmore Entertainment Group as an independent contractor for five years, with two optional five-year terms. Under the terms of the letter, the city would pay Gilmore an annual management fee of 500,000 and an additional 10 percent of the net operating profit up to 1 million, and a 40 percent fee of any net operating profits more than 1 million. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    Five murders and the movies they inspired  Jul 13, 2008
    He worked as an independent contractor and was on the road a lot, but he usually called his mom once a week. She was particularly worried because Tim had recently become engaged to an up-and-coming Yuppie real estate developer ("Carolyn," played by The O.C.'s Kelly Rowan) who had a violent temper. (CNN -- Showbiz)

    Company focused on short sales comes to Denver  Jul 5, 2008
    MMREM was started in 2005 by President and CEO Matt Martin, who previously was an independent contractor involved in retail, beverage and other types of sales. Reader Comments. (Denver Business Journal, CO)

    Pat Briggs' detailed responses to city allegations  Jul 2, 2008
    "... you engaged at least one board member of the Friends of the Children's Theatre as an independent contractor. "In 2006 and 2007, Tina Bazan was retained to provide "prop creation services" for a number of productions. Ms. Bazan is a Board member of the Friends, and was such a member during this period. (Palo Alto Online, CA)

    Marshfield residents charged in alleged mortgage scam  Jul 1, 2008
    Direct Finance attorney Jeff Denner said that all relationships with Tancun, an independent contractor for the company, were terminated the minute the alleged wrongdoing was discovered. In the alleged scheme, investigators claim Garabedian was a go-between for Stapleton, Itemere, and Tancun. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)

    Contributions, gay marriage split hopefuls  Jun 30, 2008
    Contributions to campaigns, gay marriage split hopefuls 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. Contributions to campaigns, gay marriage split hopefuls Associated Press Monday, June 30, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Soccer: Spain wins European title  Jun 30, 2008
    Spain finishes off unbeaten run through tournament 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. Spain finishes off unbeaten run through tournament SPAIN 1, GERMANY 0 Associated Press Monday, June 30, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Turncoat needs to switch parties now  Jun 30, 2008
    Former White House Press Secretary Scott McClellan has rapidly become the national poster boy for disloyalty and turncoat politics. My belief is that he should go ahead and totally join the other side. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Across the area  Jun 30, 2008
    Authorities search for missing woman, sons. Authorities are investigating the disappearance of an Augusta mother and her two children who went missing Saturday. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    The nuclear option  Jun 30, 2008
    Anyone who has filled their gas tank recently probably considers energy one of the top, if not the top, campaign issue in the 2008 presidential race. To their credit, both candidates are talking about it. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Watch for red flags online  Jun 30, 2008
    Watch for red flags when doing online job searches 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. In a recent report on job searching, The Conference Board noted that people are increasingly turning to the Internet as a key tool, noting that in 2007, 73 percent of job seekers reported using the online sources compared to 66 percent in 2005. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Teen girls' pregnancies are outrageous  Jun 30, 2008
    One would think that the story of those 17 dumb high school girls in Gloucester, Mass. getting pregnant at about the same time has had enough milking by the media. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Gibbs putting the brakes on Busch  Jun 30, 2008
    LOUDON, N.H. --- Joe Gibbs Racing put the brakes on some of Kyle Busch 's racing excursions, pulling him out of Saturday's NASCAR Modified race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Busch, who also has raced for Billy Ballew Motorsports in the Craftsman Truck Series and Braun Racing in the Nationwide Series, had planned to drive for Kevin Manion in the New England 100. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Golf: Perry wins Buick Open  Jun 30, 2008
    Perry's hopes for Ryder Cup lifted 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. Perry's hopes for Ryder Cup lifted Associated Press Monday, June 30, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Harbin getting kid-glove treatment  Jun 30, 2008
    As a retired educator, I am flabbergasted that Ben Harbin is receiving so much sympathy from voters for his DUI episode -- an episode that could have had tragic consequences. If I or any other educator had been charged with this offense, we would have lost our teaching certificates and, with it, our careers as educators. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Career switch led to ideal 'niche'  Jun 30, 2008
    AIKEN --- Capt. Wendell Hall has no regrets about the decision he made 32 years ago to enter law enforcement. "I found my niche in life," he said, saying it's a feat accomplished by finding something that makes one happy. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m.  Jun 30, 2008
    They include: Richmond, Columbia, McDuffie, Lincoln, Burke and Screven. From the Sunday, June 29, 2008 online edition of The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Retest results will be ready in July  Jun 30, 2008
    Results of CRCT retest will be ready in July, officials say 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. Parents in Richmond and Columbia counties whose children took standardized math and reading tests again this month will know the results in July. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    A revolting display  Jun 30, 2008
    Massachusetts state legislators have been trying to pass Jessica's Law, named for Jessica Lunsford, a 9-year-old girl in Florida who was abducted, raped and murdered in 2005. You may recall that the man sentenced to death for the crime, John Couey, was captured in Augusta. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Olympics: Records set in the pool  Jun 30, 2008
    Records for 400 are set in pool 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. Records for 400 are set in pool Phelps, Jensen and Hoff set standards Associated Press Monday, June 30, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Soldiers turn entertainers for tour  Jun 30, 2008
    Soldiers turn entertainers for talent tour 063008 - The Augusta Chronicle. The Middle East combat zone is not usually known for singing and dancing , but on Sunday night active duty soldiers showcased their talents at the U.S. Army Soldier Show. (The Augusta Chronicle)

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