07 Apr 2002
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 2002
Page
1
Daylight Saving Time began at 2 a.m. today and standard time will return on October 27. The notice reminds readers to adjust clocks and be punctual for morning activities, including church services, as the switch marks the start of longer daylight in the evenings.
Sept 11 and last year’s terror attacks shift focus to home life. Americans prioritize improving home environments more than ever and seek quick home improvements. USA Weekend’s annual Spring Home & Garden Issue examines this trend and related topics shaping domestic life.
The third and final leg of the Aiken Harness Race, part of the Aiken Triple Crown, drew a good turnout under sunny skies at McGhees Mile. Judie Kelly of Pennsylvania praised the event after rescheduling to attend, noting a family atmosphere with children at picnics and a welcome weather change after last week’s rain.
Mayor Fred Cavanaugh and his wife hosted ABC anchor Peter Jennings during a three day Aiken visit. Jennings plans to interview up to 20 residents for a book and six part TV series In Search of America. The project will include a chapter on Aiken and an 18 hour ABC special airing Sept 11.
Graniteville figure Weldon Wyatt guides a weekend golfer along a paved strip behind the first tee while describing Sage Valley’s dramatic 95 foot downhill fairway drop to a 400 yard green. Wyatt notes the recently sodden fairways and his long-cherished vision for the course.
A 1999 DEHEC report ranks South Carolina high for obesity in children and links parental habits to youth weight. One in five U.S. children are overweight or obese, with obesity rates rising over two decades. Children’s chances of adult obesity rise to 70 percent, 80 percent if a parent is overweight or obese. The home environment shapes child habits, the study notes.
Israeli forces faced their toughest resistance yet as gunmen fired from apartments and alleys in Nablus and Jenin. Troops held parts of both cities but failed to seize full control for a third day, while a brief clash occurred at Arafat’s besieged compound as Powell prepares to visit.
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