The Red and Black

Gone too soon: Heart attack strikes beloved UGA mascot

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

No one expected to bury another Uga so soon.

Less than 18 months since his coronation as mascot of the Georgia football team, Loran's Best - also known as Uga VII - died suddenly Thursday morning, leaving the Bulldog Nation in a collective state of shock.

Fed bans debit card overdrafts

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Like most college students, Curry Andrews uses her debit card frequently.

The junior from Atlanta regularly makes small payments for items such as a cup of coffee, a small snack or toiletries.

"Really small payments," Andrews said. "None of them would be over $5.

Forums planned to explain University's strategic plan

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

No flying cars. No robot Bulldogs. The University of 2020 you may have imagined in kindergarten will not become a reality any time soon. At least, not according to the University Strategic Planning Committee. The University renews its accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools every 10 years, and as part of that process, the University must develop a plan to govern the next decade's goals for improvement.

Fraternities run Georgia-Georgia Tech game ball

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, UGA and Georgia Tech are gearing for up the annual face-off, hoping to claim bragging rights as the best football team in Georgia.

But the rivalry will be put aside before the game starts on Nov. 27 when the Phi Gamma Delta fraternities at UGA and Tech team up for the annual "Run for the Kids.

International students celebrate Thanksgiving holiday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

With students zipping up their suitcases across campus as they prepare to leave Athens for Thanksgiving, there's one group that may not be following suit.

Students who come to the University from abroad usually aren't brought up partaking in the American holiday held each year on the fourth Thursday in November.

PHOTO: Calling it quits

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

University student Blake Reynolds, dressed as a cigarette, promotes the Great American Smokeout Thursday at the Tate Plaza. The event called for students to quit smoking.

Police say Thanksgiving break calls for higher security

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The kid from Home Alone was onto something when he set up lights and cardboard cut-outs to deter burglars, and although covering the floor in marbles may be going overboard, police said students leaving Athens for Thanksgiving break can never be too safe.

"The main thing is to make sure they lock everything up good and tight before they leave," said Athens-Clarke County Police Lieutenant Mike McKeel.

SGA utilizes blog to get input on possible UGA smoking ban

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The University's Student Government Association wants to know what students think about lighting up on campus. With an increasing number of colleges and universities implementing campus-wide smoking bans, members of SGA said they want to gauge student interest at the University with a poll on the SGA blog.

Students charged with shoplifting

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Two University students were arrested and charged with felony shoplifting Wednesday night after Macy's loss prevention caught them taking $782 worth of merchandise out of the store without paying.

According to the Athens-Clarke County Police report:

University students Theresa Lerin Lent, 23, and Kendra Ruth Rouch, 22, were found with five bras, seven necklaces, eight pairs of earrings, a key chain, a three-piece ring set, a ring, some sterling balls and other clothing.

Georgia's 300? Number of fans ejected each home game

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Smoking, drinking and fighting may be a normal night downtown for some of Athens' rowdier residents, but in Sanford Stadium it's a sure-fire way to get ejected.

University Police Chief Jimmy Williamson said about 300 spectators are ejected from each home football game, but few are arrested because of the volume of complaints police deal with.

Georgia volleyball hits road for final weekend

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The goal was clear for the Georgia volleyball team last weekend: it needed to win one out of two home games against solid opponents in order to have a chance to get into the NCAA Tournament.

After losing to Kentucky and Tennessee, it now seems as if the Bulldogs (15-13, 6-11 SEC) are on the outside looking in when it comes to playing into the month of December.

James scores 25 in Bulldogs' victory over Mocs

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Georgia women's basketball team was led by its strong guard play Thursday night in a 74-57 win on the road over the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.

Led by senior Ashley Houts' 21 points and freshman Jasmine James' 25, the Lady Dogs turned a 36-33 halftime deficit into a throttling in the second half.

Men's basketball team seeks outside production

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Georgia's interior players were expected to bear the brunt of the offensive load this season.

Georgia coach Mark Fox talked about the quartet in the preseason, saying he thought the returning veterans in the post would "anchor the team."

However, even Fox couldn't have projected just how little help the Georgia frontcourt has received in its first two games, with sophomore Trey Thompkins, juniors Chris Barnes and Jeremy Price, and senior Albert Jackson scoring 77 of the 124 points.

Veazey paralyzed, but a 'trooper'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Freshman baseball player Chance Veazey is paralyzed from the waist down, Dr. Donald Peck Leslie announced Thursday from the Shepherd Center in Atlanta.

Veazey has been unable to walk since he was in a motor scooter accident on Oct. 28 after leaving the Miller Learning Center around 11 p.

UGA TODAY: Nov. 20

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

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Conscious Alliance hosts benefit at New Earth

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Conscious Alliance, a year-old organization on campus, aims to combine music and the arts with raising money for the Northeast Georgia Food Bank.

Tyler Brunam, president and co-founder of the Conscious Alliance chapter at the University, describes the founding of the organization as a fantastic coincidence.

Contra dancing offers 'learning and laughing'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Are you ready to do-si-do? Then grab a partner and head over to the Athens Folk Music and Dance Society for the contra dances that are held once a month. "When people hear contra dancing and they have no idea of what that is, I tell them it's kind of like square dancing done in long lines," said Susan Staley, coordinator and host of AFMDS.

Edwin McCain 'inspired' by the Athens music scene

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

After nearly 20 years on the music scene, Edwin McCain still feels the same passion when he steps out on stage each night.

"I don't feel any different than when I was playing at the frat houses," McCain said. "Performing allows me to play music for a living and do what I absolutely love to do.

OUR TAKE

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

R.I.P. Uga VII As beloved mascot dies at an early age, should breeding methods be reevaluated Sonny Seiler said it best Thursday night: "No one could have predicted this." Georgia Bulldog Nation is in a state of mourning following the sudden death of mascot Uga VII, only two seasons into his time here.

Editorial Cartoon

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The editorial cartoon for Friday, November 20, 2009.

SEX in the CLASSIC CITY: Challenge your 'type,' try someone new

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Time to get superficial, because let's face it, when it comes to physical attraction we all have our weaknesses. For instance, he only likes them tall, while that guy only dates the wind swept brunettes. She goes after the shaggy blondes, but that girl can't get enough of the ultimate six-pack.

SEX in the CLASSIC CITY: 'Walk of shame' unequal between sexes

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The pornography industry earns about $13 billion a year. About 75 percent of prime time network television includes sexual content. Why is it then that the "walk of shame," still exists if society is exposed to so much sex? We've all seen the walk of shame � or have done it ourselves.

No reason to 'ruin' piece of human history

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Deal? Unfortunately this is not often the case. Almost everyone who has been on this campus has most likely run into someone handing them religious pamphlets, wanting to "ask you a few questions," or perhaps even yelling at you for being a "whore" because of your outfit.

Mailbox

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Despite scientist's rant, thanks for Darwin's book Like many of you, I picked up a free copy of "The Origin of Species" from the men and women outside of Tate on Wednesday. This was no ordinary edition; it was complete with a special introduction by Ray Comfort, an outspoken creationist.

Bulldogs shine in the night time

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Trying not to read too much into a given statistic is hard for a sports fan.

But Georgia is undefeated this season in night games- 4-0 -presenting the question: What is it about the darkness that brings out the best in the Bulldogs?

"I haven't thought about it and I'm not going to think about it because I'm not going to jinx it," cornerback Brandon Boykin said jokingly.

Disconnect between fans and team must end

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Oh, how quickly the Bulldog Nation forgets. How quickly arms are thrown up in celebration that the beloved Georgia Bulldogs are now "bowl-eligible" as if the football program has suddenly transformed into Utah, fighting for the BCS' mysterious computer to pay attention to the squad down in Athens.

MANY SHADES OF RENNIE: Georgia's Rennie Curran is the most interesting Bulldog in the world

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

He doesn't speak French in Russian. He probably doesn't live vicariously through himself, and isn't likely to cure narcolepsy just by walking into a room. But he's Georgia linebacker Rennie Curran. And he's damn interesting. THE NFL PROSPECT Rennie Curran isn't getting any taller.

Receiver Troupe making most of Green's absence

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The collective gasp heard around Sanford Stadium at the beginning of the second quarter against Auburn was alarming and warranted.

Georgia receiver A.J. Green was hurt, and seriously.

But on the next play, rarely-used receiver Israel Troupe, inserted for Green, hauled in a 50-yard touchdown pass.

Seniors look back at fond Georgia memories

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

And some people think they've participated in an exciting one-night adventure.

Imagine piling into a car with Georgia players Joe Cox, Michael Moore, and Knowshon Moreno, among others, and heading to Atlanta for a night.

The group left on a whim last year and ended with a memory for life.

SMALL PICTURE: Georgia hosts Kentucky

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

GEORGIA'S OFFENSIVE SENIORS VS. THEIR LAST SHOT

Georgia's offense is young.

But quarterback Joe Cox, receiver Michael Moore and lineman Vince Vance will take the Sanford Stadium field for the last time ever Saturday, and they'll be looking to make a good show.

Seamingly simple: Alternatives to pricey fashions

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

"It all started in sixth grade. I was the tallest girl in my school, and I couldn't find jeans that were long enough. My mom said, 'Why don't I just make your jeans?,' and that just really struck me as a new concept," said Ashley Strickland, a senior journalism major.

Alumnus crafts danceable pop in rural Georgia

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

For University alumnus Ernest Greene, making music has proven to be not only a deeply-rooted passion but a genre-defying journey across the musical spectrum. According to Greene, who records and performs under his stage name Washed Out, he arrived at his current style of airy, lush and often dance-worthy electronic music via a stint as a hip-hop producer.

Eddie and the Public Speakers trio lands gig opening for rock icons Atlanta Rhythm Section

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Atlanta Rhythm Section may be a Southern rock band from the '70s, but it isn't trying to relive the glory days. Instead, the band is making new ones. For anyone born and raised in the South, especially Georgia, Atlanta Rhythm Section comes with its own legend.

Expo aims to discover gifted local musicians

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Everyone is familiar with a scene in a movie or TV show where an impassioned artist stomps into the big, mean music executive's office, throws a tape on the desk and says, "Sign me!" A mere three weeks later, he or she is famous. In real life, though, as most musicians quickly discover, it's generally not that easy.

flick picks: A Serious Man, 2012

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A SERIOUS MAN Joel and Ethan Coen returned to make their 14th feature film, "A Serious Man," with a budget of $7 million - less than half of their past two films' budgets and their lowest since "Raising Arizona" in 1987. It's doubtful the Coen brothers were forced to operate on a limited budget.

level up: Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 2

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 2 Among the range of human experiences, warfare is so unique that those of us who have not lived through its peaks and valleys cannot hope to understand it. At the same time, warfare is such a universal part of the human condition that artists have attempted to portray it since the beginning of art itself.

listen up!: Timi Conley, Kings of Convenience, Weezer

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

TIMI CONLEY Nerd Sexy Local musician Timi Conley's new album, "Nerd Sexy," provides a variation of music styles blended into a new hybrid of pop music. There is no flow to the album, making for a random and sporadic listen, but it seems this is how Conley intended it: The cover art screams early '90s pop music, the opening song is reminiscent of a '50s "American Bandstand" cliché, and threads hints of modern techno-pop, jazz and blues.

Pianist Kyle Hollingsworth blends passion for music, beer

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Beer and music go hand-in-hand for audience members, but not many musicians tackle both the art of music and the art of brewing beer. Keyboardist Kyle Hollingsworth excels at pleasing his fan base with delicious tastings of his own homemade brew, Hoppingsworth IPA, alongside his vibrant performances.