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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 2004
Page
3
The Aiken Department of Public Safety arrested two men Monday for an incident in downtown Aiken where victims were held at gunpoint. Joey Atkerson and Kelvin Addison, both 18, were taken to the Aiken Detention Center after a BB gun was recovered. warrants were to be issued for attempted armed robbery and accessory to armed robbery respectively.
Sen. Lindsey Graham warns that national security demands immediate justification for replacing aging nuclear triggers. He advocates a Modern Pit Facility at Savannah River Site to redesign deterrence and bolster defense against China and terrorists, urging full $400 million funding after elections. He notes MOX pacing and a hydrogen research hub creating jobs in Aiken County.
Aiken County employees stage a local version of American Idol to boost United Way contributions. Auditions ran three days at the County Complex with a finale planned at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts. About 20 contestants auditioned as organizers planned a final top ten act showcase with prizes. Tickets and $5 audition fees benefit United Way.
Security Federal Corpora tion holding company of Security Federal Bank reports a quarterly dividend rise to 0.03 per share payable around Sept 15 for shareholders of record Aug 31, noting 55th consecutive dividend since its 1987 mutual to stock conversion. The bank lists eight local branches and three wholly owned subsidiaries. People’s Community Capital Corporation also releases results with June 30 2004 net income of 3 666 739 and 0.59 per share for six months.
Residents of Jackson New Ellenton Wagener Salley Perry and Burnettown face a November vote to extend the County Capital Sales Tax. If approved about 114 million would fund roughly 150 projects including 10 million for public safety 24 million for recreation and 38 million for roads with early distribution to small communities. New Ellenton plans a Town Hall and Fire Department complex funded by the tax extension.
A Saturday night theft on McKenzie Circle saw electronics including video game gear taken totaling 320. A suspect is linked as the witness's boyfriend in the case.
A Leesville man was stabbed and treated for abdominal injuries after an altercation on Bunche Terrace. Police identified a suspect, with charges pending. Burnettown plans a second reading and public hearing on an advisory referendum to rename the town Midland Valley, August 3 at the municipal building.
The Dixie Junior Boys World Series continues through Thursday as the home team Aiken aims to extend its winning run in bracket play. Also highlights include Tom Cruise in Collateral and a look at Silver Bluff Road’s transformation into a business district with local views.
The City of Character highlights Aiken's August trait as Decisiveness, recognizing residents and activities that exemplify prompt choices and clear direction during the month. It notes community programs and events encouraging decisive actions and civic involvement.
Monday draws list Pick 3 Midday 2 3 2 Pick 4 Midday 8 4 2 3 Pick 3 Evening 8 5 7 Pick 4 Evening 6 3 7 3 Carolina Five 27 1 15 24 32
Cash 3 Midday drawn 3 7 8 and Cash 4 Midday 8 8 5 5. Cash 3 Evening 1 9 1. An editor note explains an early press start. Cash 4 Evening and Fantasy 5 were unavailable at printing and will appear in Tuesday's Aiken Standard.
Publisher's notice lists contact details for Scott B. Hunter at 648-2311 extension 203 and email shunter at aikenstandard.com EzPay options for out of county mail with weekly and yearly rates. Delivery complaints should call 649-5315. hours for inquiries are 5 30 p m to 7 00 p m weekdays and 7 a m to 11 a m weekends.
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