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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1990
Page
13
Gov. Carroll A Campbell Jr. warns that preparations require at least 3 million dollars, roughly matching the 1986 expenditure level. He states the need reflects ongoing realignment and funding priorities for state projects.
On this day in 1989 Senator Thomas L. Moore of Clearwater pledged aid to parents battling school closures at Gloverville and Warrenville Elementary, aiming to keep both institutions open.
Aiken residents are informed of a revised weekly collection plan. Garbage normally collected on Monday and Thursday will now be picked up Monday and Wednesday. Items scheduled for Tuesday and Friday are moved accordingly, with Tuesday collection advancing to Tuesday and Friday to Friday as per the new timetable.
Roxanne Davis a hairdresser at Jeff's On Laurens is known for plans of quiet evenings. Friends expect her to hit the town instead. Her top spots include Up Your Alley The Bowery Opening Break The Post Office and Group Therapy in Columbus.
A woman comments on the new TV show Twin Peaks saying she did not expect a murder mystery and thought it would be Dolly Parton biography realigned to a biographical angle rather than a crime plot.
The community notes celebrate birthdays for Chris Rhoads Gerald W Killian Naomi Phillips Kimberly Robichaux Mary Dean Williamson Bobbie Be and Kath. Local residents observe personal milestones with well wishes.
Gov Campbell asks South Carolina voters for support as his campaign committee targets at least 3 million dollars to match Democratic rivals Ernie Ps and Theo Mitchell. He highlights past progress, tax cuts, Katrina Hugo relief, education funding, and a RAID team's drug seizures as parts of his record.
A logging truck plowed into the front doors of Aiken Industries at midday on Monday, tearing through the lobby and causing estimated damage over 300000 dollars. Driver Richard Williams 51 of Estill was hospitalized then released. no other injuries reported. Police say Williams faces charges for driving too fast for conditions.
Aiken County Detention Center Director Lonnie McCarthy reports nine guard resignations have not derailed operations. With four in training and two ready for on the job supervision, the center aims to restore full staffing soon. Overcrowding cited as part of the morale issue, with several leaving for better offers or relocation. The three-shift schedule currently averages four guards per shift, prompting overtime as coverage remains tight.
The Aiken City Council voted unanimously to annex 398.61 acres into the corporate limits, part of Woodside Plantation Phase II, in three parcels. The tract was zoned PUD and lies south of Woodside near Chukker Creek Road. Other actions included open space amendments, crafting licensing rates, and site plans for Wyatt office phase three. A traffic light request at Trail Ridge Road intersection was received for consideration. St Marys Church easter liturgy traffic closure on York Street was approved for April 15 from 7 to 11 am.
The Aiken County Commission for Higher Education seeks a $150,000 loan to begin Ruth Patrick Science Education Center construction on the Aiken campus next fiscal year. Commission chair Gasper L Toole III sent the funding update to the county. Administrative Committee to review at 6 p.m. in the County Council building on Richland.
The Ruth Patrick Center project shows $600000 banked or pledged of $750000 and $150000 still needed to begin construction in fiscal 1991. The county commission suggests repaying the $150000 loan over three years via private donations or crediting it against annual allocations. Assistance from Aiken County Council benefits elementary and secondary education.
Aiken City Council opposition voices against DOE plans to prohibit air traffic above Savannah River Site aiming to protect security. Council unanimously supports keeping airspace open for private flights, with critics arguing the restriction serves no useful purpose.
R P Whitfield of the Department of Energy told the Aiken Rotary Club that nuclear site cleanup will be lengthy and costly. He warned that funds must be spent effectively and that the environment is a national concern, not only a DOE issue.
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