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PAGE 2 UTDNLSDAY, SI 1' ITMBI K 19, 2007 Patrons won't strike out at Stryker's; Carrollton's new bar and grill By Ellis Smith News Editor ellisthered@ gmail .com Many people remember fondly the late nights they spent at the restaurant known as Z’s. Situated a short walk from campus, Z’s gave its after-dark patrons two choices: they could choose to hang out in a techno/dance lounge complete with pole dancing girls and a healthy two-to-one guy to-girl ratio, or customers could go to the opposite side of the restaurant where there was usually a country music band, pole-dancing girls, and a healthy two-to-one guy-to-girl ratio, except everyone was wearing cowboy hats. In addition to this confusion, there was a narrow hallway connecting the two that was regularly filled with broken beer bottles, vomiting patrons, and other unpleasantness. Standing room only in TLC for Carroll County Commissioner debate By Ellis Smith News Editor ellisthered@gmail.com A standing-room only crowd gathered in the TLC to hear four political opponents each tell Carroll County voters why they should be in charge, as UWG played host to a political debate for the chairmanship of the Carroll County Board of Commissioners last week. The chairman in Carroll County is one of the most powerful such positions in the state of Georgia, wielding power on a wide range of issues unmatched by most other counties. Candidates B ill Chappel, John Denney,Tom Flippo, and Jimmy Godbee were all on hand to answer Combat veterans receive fee waiver By Jessica Nash Staff Writer phantonij_99@yalwo.com Every student at The University of West Georgia has mandatory fees that are charged each semester that they must pay alongside of their tuition. These fees total S4BO a semester and include fees assessed for the Campus Center, Health Services and transportation. Combat veterans who meet certain requirements will no longer be required to pay these mandatory-fees, West OSenrgiait The University of West Georgia University Community Center, Room 111 Carrollton, GA, 30118-0070 Editorial Line: (678) 839-6527 Advertising Manager: (678) 839-4783 Editorial E-mail: uwgpaper@westga.edu Advertising E-mail: paperads@westga.edu On the web at http://www.thewestgeorgian.com Lines for bathrooms, predictable fights, and regular underage drinking problems ran the place straight into the ground. Thankfully, the I brothers of the Delta Chi fraternity rescued the building formally known as “Z’s” from the wrecking ball and gave it a fresh coat of paint, among other things. This past week, they finally procured a liquor license for themselves and opened for the late night crowd last Thursday. The former techno area has been turned into a hair salon and closed off from the bar, which helps the building's traffic flow much better. Drink prices are entirely reasonable, and this reviewer was completely satisfied with $4 pitchers of Natural Light available at the bar. The outside area has been cleaned up and the fence has been repainted. questions about the environment, finances, water availability, and the power of the post. v '■'* . - \ j — — w 4 Km&i Photo h\ Ellis Smith The election, which was held on Sept. 18, determines the future effective immediately, due to a recently approved measure by The Board of Regents. The waiver only applies to fees that are normally assessed to all students. Fees that are not mandatory, such as housing, will not be waived. To be eligible for the fee waiver, a veteran must be a Georgia resident and also an active member of the Georgia National Guard or the U.S. Military Reserves. There are tour of duty requirements or injury requirements that and there is an extremely potent sound system as well as a DJ who knows how to use it. Of course, every Bf s • --- m um&KW ■ uk v wBBI Mam * ‘‘.4^, a. i kMBH rCßrP*** *3 - . grand opening has its share of difficulties, and the Carrollton Police Department was there in full force to make sure that the new owners of direction Carroll County takes for years to come. It remains to be seen it the pressures of the job will deter the winning candidate from fulfilling the many campaign must be satisfied as well. The new fee waiver is the most recent action taken by The Board of Regents to help narrow the gap between the GI Bill and the cost of a college education. In 2005, The Georgia HERO (Helping Educate Reservists and their Offspring) Scholarship was introduced, which allows qualifying individuals to receive up to SI,OOO per semester for a maximum of SB,OOO for four years of study. Erik Waters, Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Smith, Advertising & Business Manager Ellis Smith, News Editor Jesse Duke, A&E Editor Steven A. Gilley, Sports Editor Terence Rushin, Photo Editor Tracy Ammons, Copy Editor Lauren Lovvorn, Webmaster Chris Graydon, Distribution Manager Doug Vinson, Advisor Masthead Art by Jesse Duke Stryker’s realize they will receive no leniency when it comes to underage drinking. Police officers walked throughout the restaurant for about 30 minutes, checking drivers' licenses and generally putting on a good show. After they finally promises that were made in the past few weeks. Tom Hippo, the lone Democrat, was very focused on the environment, and offered voters the option of Vandals target Carrollton preschool By Jessica Nash Staff Writer phantomj_99@yahoo.com A Carrollton Head Start facility remains closed after receiving damage from three young vandals. Police arrested three juveniles, all brothers, in connection with the vandalism that occurred over the weekend of Sept. 8- 9. The juveniles have been charged with burglary and criminal damage to property in the second degree, which tire felony charges. The juveniles allegedly used paint, human excrement, and foam from a fire extinguisher to wreak havoc took off (though were never far away), the party kicked back up into high gear, patrons flocked back to the dance Photo h\ hilts Smith floor, and the employees kept a stiff upper lip. I was impressed with A) the quality of the patrons B) The good work ethic of the bartenders someone not connected to previous problems experienced by the county. Jimmy Godbee, speaking almost too quietly for audience members in the rear of the room to hear on the pre-school center. Jerome Anderson, Executive Director for Community Action for Improvement, Inc., puts the cost of the clean up alone at $30,000-$50,0(X). The damage at the center is extensive. Computers, cubbies, toys, cots and even children’s personal belongings are among the items that have been destroyed. Even the towels that the children use at rest time w ill need to be replaced. Anderson stated that "because they are children, there are certain things that are needed. Everything has to be new .” Copyright Notice The West Georgian, copyright 2007. is an official publication of the University of West Georgia. Opinions expressed herein are those of the newspaper stall'or individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the view s of university faculty or staff. Letter Submission Policy The West Georgian welcomes letters to the editor. Letters may be mailed to: Lditor, The West Georgian. University of West Georgia. Carrollton. GA, 30118, or sent via electronic mail to: uwgpaperiawestga edu. All letters must be signed and include a phone number and mailing ad dress for verification purposes Letters should not exceed 350 words and should be submitted by 5 p.m the Sunday prior to publication. Editors reserve the right to edit for style, content and length. HU WIST CTORCTW and employees C) the cleanliness and D) better flow as well ash) the rejuvenated outdoor dining area. Lastly F) Drinks were well-priced and G) service was fast. If I had any disappointments it was that there was not more work done decorating the place to create a cohesive theme. 1 understand that they’re going for the “dingy” look,but there are a couple improvements in this area that could be made. I was also disappointed that the Carrollton Police Department chose to put a ridiculous amount of pressure on anew business venture, unnecessarily intimidating patrons, employees, and potential customers. It seems that at this point in Carrollton, we need the government’s help getting new businesses off the ground, not running them out of town. him, came across as a bright accountant with plans for cleaning up the county’s finances. John I Denney, former head of the water authority, wanted to encourage business growth, rather than trying to extract every last tax dollar possible from existing business. Bill Chappel used colorful language to present himself as a no-nonsense penny pincher who would use all means possible to bring Carroll County up to 21st century standards. Each of the men appeared able and determined to win the election. Voters are anxious to see what adjustments will occur in the future as a result of this changing of the guard. The Carrollton Head Start Center currently has 127 students enrolled, according to center director Makeba Donson. A target date of Sept. 24 hits been set for the students to be able to return to the center. Head Start is a non profit program which receives its funding from the federal government. The program helps the children of qualify ing families by promoting school readiness. Donations can be made to Community Action for Improvement, Inc, 1380 LaFayette Park wav, LaGrange, GA, 30241- 2570.