Turkey hunting season opens March 22; harvest expected to be lower than usual
      Turkey hunters across the state are dusting off their calls in preparation for another exciting turkey season. Opening day is Saturday, March 22, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) anticipates another enjoyable season.
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Hackney finishes in top ten
      Austin Hackney, a first-year wrestler, finished in the top ten of his weight class at the Little Kids USA Team Georgia State Wrestling Championships last Saturday, March 8. Above, Austin successfully exwcutes a takedown en route to a pin in one of his matches.
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Tigers beat Putman in extra innings for first region win as season heats up
      The Washington-Wilkes Tigers got the region baseball schedule off to the right start by beating the Putnam County Eagles 4-2 on Monday. The win didn't come to easy as the two rivals went into extra innings in the first 8AA encounter of the 2008 season.
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Hunters encouraged to know the safety rules before turkey season opens later this month
      Successful hunting trips require a combination of skill, patience and most importantly, preparation. As turkey season rapidly approaches, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is concentrating on the preparation aspect, encouraging hunters to brush up on imp...
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Little League Day set for March 29, Ashley park, 10 a.m.
      The Annual Washington-Wilkes Little League Day has been scheduled for Saturday, March 29, beginning at 10 a.m. at Ashley Park. This year's day is going to be a little different. Instead of having the parade, everyone will meet at Ashley Park with their teams and play exhibition games throughout t...
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