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Memorial Day weekend should be good one for Lowcountry fishing

If fishing is on the agenda this Memorial Day weekend, you will be pleasantly surprised. Recent weather and water conditions have improved greatly and most species are cooperating.

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ED STORIN

Storin: Yankees showing why they really are America's Team

In March, the so called experts (me???) wrote off the New York Yankees in the American League East. Too old and too many injuries. Now it looks like another chapter is being written with some low-priced players in leading roles. Love \'em or hate \'em, this is truly America\'s Team.
LEE STOKES

Stokes: Valuable lessons to learn in your outdoors 'firsts'

I have come to the conclusion that a number of "firsts" can make quite a statement in one's life.
JON BUZBY

Buzby: Establish priorities before conflicts arise in your sports schedule

If your family is like mine, at this time of year your social calendar is filled with end-of-school-year activities and events, retirement and graduation parties. And, is it me, but couldn't Grandma have picked a more convenient time of year to turn 80?
LEE STOKES

Stokes: Fishing always good for providing unique experience

When I am asked if I ever grow tired of fishing, I can honestly answer with a clear conscience. It is not possible to grow weary of a sport that has so many fascinating returns for one's efforts. No two days are repeated, no lure or bait will ever catch the same fish at any given time.
ED STORIN

Storin: Politics rears its ugly head in Miami stadium fight

On May 21 the National Football League owners will choose the city that will host the historic 50th Super Bowl in 2016.
LEE STOKES

Stokes: A good companion can go a long way

Some situations in life have a definite impact on the personality of an individual. As well, there is something in the graciousness of others that may reflect this change. Perhaps among the most dramatic is the simplicity and devotion gained by being introduced to a companion.
JON BUZBY

Buzby: There's no need for shady politics when picking youth all-star teams

For many youth sports leagues, it's that time of year again -- time to select spring all-star teams.
LEE STOKES

Stokes: It's fishing tournament time around Lowcountry

Now that the weather has caught up with the calendar month, a number of events are being posted.
ED STORIN

Storin: Jackie Robinson movie brings back memories

The movie "42" brought back dozens of memories that go well beyond the historic baseball year of 1947 when Jackie Robinson became the first black man to play in the major leagues.
HERITAGE TOURNAMENT

McCombs: Nothing lucky about McDowell's win in RBC Heritage

The old saying goes, "I'd rather be lucky than good."