Old-fashioned country fair draws Graniteville crowd
About 1,500 people attended the Graniteville Exchange Club Big Event, a first time fair noted for crafts and races. The 10-kilometer run led by Richard Christensen of the Augusta Track Club and the University of Georgia, with 135 runners, drew praise for organization and scenery. Local craftsmen from Graniteville and beyond displayed wood carvings and frames, while students from North Augusta High showcased a Junior Achievement manufacturing venture.
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Carter Action May Push Up Oil and Gas Prices
President Carter considers administrative steps to raise consumer oil and gas prices as Congress delays energy legislation. He plans talks with leaders after his trip to accelerate action or impose an import fee up to five dollars a barrel if the tax fails, aiming to curb imports and reduce the trade deficit.
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North Augusta Holds Off On Extending Land Use Control
North Augusta officials say they are interested in land use control beyond city boundaries but will not press the matter now. Mayor Henry R. McKenney Jr. noted the goal remains, with state law allowing county and city cooperation under an 11 year old statute to define the extent of jurisdiction. Field Jr. said extending control would let the city regulate development at its entrances, and county officials had prior discussions on the issue.
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County EMS Seeks Emergency Funds At Council Meeting
Aiken County Council will consider an emergency ordinance to provide 13 102 for the Emergency Medical Services Department to cover operations through the fiscal year end. Additional measures include 2200 for Homestead tax refunds and 1333 to expand voter registration outreach.
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April Fools Jokes and Toasts At Weekend Gathering
Sonny Goldston’s boat wouldn’t start after an island picnic and needed towing to a marina. His father in law Bill King joked it beats paddling, while Hank Salley received a sponge cake from co workers, an April Fools gag. Kim Kirk staged a senior class play mocking a loud women’s group at a pizza parlor.
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Weekend Weather Brings Spring Warmth to Aiken
The outlook shows a warm weekend with sun and a high in the low 80s on Tuesday and a mid 50s low tonight. Clouds move in with a 10 percent precipitation chance tonight and tomorrow, and showers are possible Wednesday and Friday with highs in the 70s to 80s and 50s for lows.
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