Gun buyback programs draw crowds as cash runs dry
Washington and other cities report overwhelming turnout for gun buyback schemes offering $100 per gun or similar incentives. Some programs ran short of funds and began paying with gift certificates or goods. Officials say while many weapons leave homes, the overall impact on the national stock remains limited amid millions of guns in circulation.
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Last-minute rush to finish Aiken County schools
Crews race to complete construction and renovations across Aiken County public schools before Thursday classes begin. North Aiken Elementary moves toward opening after final inspections. other major and finishing tasks span North Augusta Middle Byrd Elementary Aiken High Corbett Middle Greendale Elementary and more with ongoing painting flooring and HVAC upgrades.
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Teachers Back In Swing Of School Year
Teachers and students returned to busy classrooms as Aiken County and private schools prepare for the new term. District superintendent Dr. Linda Eldridge notes excitement rises from children to teachers and administrators. Saint Mary Help of Christians principal Keith Carr says staff are setting up playground and classroom activities ahead of opening day.
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Absentee, registration deadline today for District 81 primary
The Aiken County Registrations and Elections office will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday to accept absentee ballots for the House District 81 Republican primary. The office also announced that Saturday is the last day for residents of Aiken's District 3 to register to vote in the Republican primary on September 14.
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Aiken Forms Buffalo Soldier Chapter In Calvary Heritage
The Aiken Legion Post 212 plans a South Carolina chapter of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Soldiers Association. Dallas Miller Don Lee and Tony Grier from the Atlanta chapter visited Aiken to discuss the new unit dressed in cavalry uniforms with red sashes.
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Tony Grier
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