By Jim Cook, Dothan Eagle, Ala. Aug. 2--Editor's note: This is part of a five-day series on the school systems of the Wiregrass describing what students and parents in each system can expect for the upcoming year.

Rising fuel and energy costs are taking a toll on school system budgets nationwide, according to the results of a new survey released today by the American Association of School Administrators.

By Anonymous If your car won't start, you don't buy a new one. If you have a bad day at work, you don't quit your job.

AUGUSTA - First Lady Karen Baldacci and the Maine Departments of Education and Health and Human Services recognized five school systems for excellence in promoting healthy schools and healthy students and staff on May 28.

By Jason M. Rodriguez, The Sun News, Myrtle Beach, S.C. May 28--Repetition is the name of Frances Jenrette's game as she guides a small group of children learning to read. "Apple. A-P-P-L-E," she said with the class.