Owens-Corning Aiken plant strike ends as workers approve contract
The Owens-Corning plant in Aiken returns to full operation after Union Local 509 members approve a new three year contract. About 90 workers, 75 in the union, reached a tentative deal that ended a March 4 shutdown. Spokesman Jason Saragian said the offer improves competitiveness and was mutually agreeable.
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Percussionist brings global drum lessons to East Aiken students
Madison Hall and her third grade peers wrapped a two year residency with Jeff Holland, a registered percussionist, guiding East Aiken Elementary School of the Arts through a four day program funded by a State Department of Education arts grant. Holland taught world percussion, language basics, and cross curricular activities while students created their own rhythms and learned dances.
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Rob Novit
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SRNS Names Two New Vice Presidents
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions announces two new vice presidents effective April 4. Alice Doswell becomes vice president for Environment Safety Health and Quality with extensive nuclear operations background. Donnie Donati is named vice president for National Nuclear Security Administrations overseeing about 1500 employees across Tritium Operations and building projects.
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Bridgestone marks 80th anniversary at Aiken Chamber event
Bridgestone celebrated its 80th anniversary at the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce cookout amid rain. The company employs 950 at the local plant, which ships 25 000 tires daily and donated 250 000 dollars to CSRA nonprofits last year. A mini trade show featured 45 local businesses and attendees could win tires.
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Becky Doughty
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Regions Bank
Aiken
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J. David Jameson
Jameson
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Anchor Health and Rehab
Brewer
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