Burke hoops stars travel the map
Basketball players compete in national competitions
By Anne Marie Kyzer Staff Writer
      Burke County basketball players are earning a name for themselves on the national level. Three hoops stars from Burke County High School traveled to competitions last month to contend with players from across the country. DeVonda Lewis earned recognition when he went to the USA Junior Nationals in Columbus, Ohio the last week in July.
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Football season tickets go on sale
By Anne Marie Kyzer Staff Writer
      Burke County fans can reserve their seats to cheer on the Bears this football season. Season ticket packages are now on sale. The $130 Silver Bear Booster Package includes two reserved football season tickets, a reserved parking pass, two Booster Club memberships, a window sticker and two passes to all regular season sporting events.
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Mells awarded scholarship to Alabama State
     Burke County High School track and field star Shaniece Mells has been awarded a full scholarship to Alabama State University in Montgomery. The strong-armed Lady Bear consistently placed first in the shot put and discus throw in meets throughout the season. She went on to turn in Burke County's top performance at the state track meet, placing sixth in the shot put. Mells was also awarded the Coach's Award for the girls track and field team her senior year. She plans to major in physical therapy and will head to college next week. Mells' mother, Teresa, sister, Keyotta and coach Purvis Dukes look on as Mells signs.
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