Jessica Carpenter Remembered At Millbrook Baptist Church Funeral
Hundreds gather for the Tuesday homegoing of Jessica Lynne Carpenter, 17, a murder victim, as friends and family recall a loving, humorous teen. The service at Millbrook Baptist Church featured comfort from mourners and the Rev. Dr Eddie Leopard, who spoke of the tragedy’s incomprehensibility.
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Millbrook Baptist Church
Jessica Lynne Carpenter
Eddie Leopard
Millbrook
Jessica
Faith and Tragedy Faith Hope Shared in Sermon
The speaker urged the audience to walk by faith not sight amid confusion and tragedies. He invoked Paul from First Corinthians and the refrain that when traces fade, trust in God's heart remains. A reference to a brighter day through spiritual resilience concluded the message.
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Faith and tragedy meet at community assembly in Aiken
Pastor Leop ard praised the Carpenter family for their faith after Jessica Carpenter was found dead Friday afternoon when her mother arrived home. He noted how lives can touch many, regardless of years. The Aiken High School band participated in the Tuesday assembly honoring Jessica.
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Jessica
Leopard
Aiken High School
Aiken Tops Retirement Picks Across National Guides
Aiken earns recognition as a top retirement community in America's Best 100 Places to Retire and is noted for charm and equestrian heritage. Author John Howells and Aiken Chamber president June Murff cite its proximity to Augusta, pedestrian-friendly downtown, and amenities for retirees. The town also appears in Where to Retire, Best College Towns, and Money magazine features.
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Aiken
America
Richard L. Fox
South Carolina
John Howells
Fox
Augusta
June Murff
Ms. Murff
Trian
Ms. Murtz
Local recall looms for Firestone tires on SUVs and trucks
Bridgestone Firestone officials hinted at a recall affecting up to 20 million tires used on light trucks and Ford Explorers amid 46 deaths and 80 injuries reported nationwide. Local dealers report inquiries and offer free inspections as the company prepares a public announcement and policy guidance.
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Firestone Inc
Bridgestone Firestone South Carolina
Mary McLaughlin
Firestone Tire and Service Center
Pine Log Road
Firestone
Keith Polk
Polk Tire
Whiskey Road
Polk
Ford Motor Co
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Aiken County considers one cent sales tax for roads
Aiken County Council approved a 1 percent local option sales tax to fund road work and capital projects. If approved by voters in November, the tax begins in 2001 with 1 cent added per dollar. State Revenue Department collects and rebates funds minus 1 percent for charges. Estimated yield up to 54.6 million over seven years.
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Aiken County
State Revenue Department
Plans presented for Schofield Middle renovation expansion
LS3P architects outlined a $10,018,000 plan to enlarge Schofield Middle School with a large front addition and an enclosed facility reducing outdoor transitions. Demolitions include the Bradley wing and vocational art wings, with a new entry to organize traffic. 38,000 square feet to be added on the west wing.
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Aiken County Board of Education
Ls3p
Bradley
Kershaw Street
Schofield
Aiken
Deaths and Funerals William C. Trogdon service details
William C. Bill Trogdon of New Ellenton and Louise DeLaigle Prickett of Augusta are noted in funeral notices. Services are arranged by George Funeral Homes and Starling Hatcher Funeral Home respectively, with local arrangements listed.
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