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Primitive Weapons Deer Season opens October 13

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Wednesday, October 10. 2012
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Muzzleloader. Black Powder Gun. These names apply to the type of firearm that can be used during the week-long primitive weapons deer hunting season that begins Saturday, Oct. 13.

During the 2011 primitive weapons season, more than 50,000 deer hunters harvested slightly more than 14,000 deer using a primitive weapon. This harvest rate has increased slightly over the past few seasons, although the number of hunters taking part in the season has remained relatively stable. [Full Story »] 

Pirates swat Blue Jackets, stay undefeated

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Wednesday, October 3. 2012
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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (4-0-1 overall, 2-0 Region 1-AAA) played host to the Savannah Blue Jackets (1-4, 0-2) on Friday, September 28 at Jimmy Swain Stadium and were able to pick up another Region 1-AAA win, 39-22. [Full Story »] 

Soccer Registration info given

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Wednesday, September 26. 2012
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Soccer Registration will be held Monday, Oct. 15 thru Friday, Oct. 19 for Pee Wee (ages 6,7 and 8) and Mite (ages 9, 10 and 11) at the Appling County Recreation Department. For more information please call 367-8190.

Pirates escape with 28-21 win

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Wednesday, September 26. 2012
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The Appling County Pirates (3-0-1 overall, 1-0 Region 1-AAA) traveled to Savannah to face the Johnson Atom Smashers (0-4, 0-1) on Thursday, September 20 in the Region opener for both teams. The Pirates were able to hold off the Atom Smashers to win 28-21. [Full Story »] 

Eagles tame Cougars 46-0, now 6-0

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Wednesday, September 26. 2012
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By Jamie Gardner

The annual Homecoming game for Appling Christian Academy was held Friday night at Eagle Field. The Eagles played host to the Abundant Life Cougars of Hardeeville, South Carolina. The local squad dominated the visiting team.

On the opening kickoff, Eagle returner Andrew Phillips scampered 80 yards down the field for a touchdown. Fullback John McLemore added the two-point conversion to make the score 8-0. [Full Story »] 

National hunting/fishing day set

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Wednesday, September 19. 2012
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Fun events, plenty of activities and celebrating the passion for the outdoors is just what you will find at one of the many FREE celebrations that will be held in honor of National Hunting and Fishing Day, Saturday, Sept. 22, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division. [Full Story »] 

Free Day in the Parks set for September 29

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Wednesday, September 19. 2012
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Put away your wallet and pull out your fishing pole. Visitors to Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites will not pay for parking or admission on Saturday, September 29 as part of National Public Lands Day. Sponsored by the Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, the celebration brings attention to ways that parks enrich communities, plus the importance of local volunteerism. Parking is normally $5 at state parks, and admission ranges from $2.50 to $10 at state historic sites. [Full Story »] 

Archery deer hunting season underway

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Wednesday, September 19. 2012
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For most hunters in Georgia, the deer season is the most anticipated time of the year, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.  This year archers get first draw as archery season started on Saturday, September 8.   [Full Story »] 

Pirates capture Gamecocks, pick up second win

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Wednesday, September 19. 2012
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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (2-0-1 overall) travelled to Sylvania on Friday, September 14 to face the Screven County Gamecocks (2-1) in a non-region contest. The Pirates were able to get the victory 45-34 and will start Region 1-AAA play this Thursday, September 20 against Johnson of Savannah (0-3) who are coming off a 0-22 loss to Liberty County (2-1). [Full Story »] 

ACA wins 72-6 in battle of Eagles

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Wednesday, September 19. 2012
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The Appling Christian Academy Eagles traveled to face the Augusta Eagles on Friday, September 14 with ACA winning 72-6 to improve to 5-0 on the season. [Full Story »] 

Pirate JV team wins

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Wednesday, September 12. 2012
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The Appling County Pirate Junior Varsity team hosted Fitzgerald on Thursday, September 6 at Jimmy Swain Stadium. [Full Story »] 

Pirates have smooth sailing in win over Panthers

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Wednesday, September 12. 2012
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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (1-0-1 overall) defeated the Liberty County Panthers (1-1) 35-16 on Friday, September 7 at Jimmy Swain Stadium. [Full Story »] 

Eagles conquer Crusaders 60-0, improve to 4-0

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Wednesday, September 12. 2012
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By Jamie Gardner

The Faith Christian Crusaders, of Ludowici, did not know what hit them Friday night at Eagle Field as the Appling Christian Academy Eagles football team steamed past the visiting team 60-0. The Eagles are now 4-0 on the season.

Eagle full back Daniel Beasley got the scoring underway for Appling Christian early in the game. The staunch Eagle defense forced Faith to punt and Beasley capped an offensive drive scoring on a 15-yard touchdown run. The two-point conversion was no good and the score was 6-0. [Full Story »] 

Rec. Department seeks football referees

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Wednesday, September 5. 2012
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The Appling County Recreation Department is seeking people interested in refereeing football. [Full Story »] 

Pirates and Jackets play to stalemate

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Wednesday, September 5. 2012
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By Matt Gardner

The Appling County Pirates (0-0-1) hosted the Wayne County Yellow Jackets (0-1-1) on Friday, August 31 with the game finishing in a 14-14 tie. Due to not being a region contest there was no overtime. [Full Story »] 
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