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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 2012
Page
3
Readers discuss the Romney Obama race and state employee votes, urging issue driven debate over attacks. A North versus North Augusta gun incident prompts thoughts on self defense and crime, with calls to vote and engage responsibly.
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Police investigate motive after a Monday night shooting left Derrick Williams injured and Thomas Foreman charged with attempted murder. Williams was hospitalized at Georgia Health Sciences University while Foreman is held at the county detention center. Investigators secured warrants on a nearby residence and seek tips through Crimestoppers for up to a thousand dollars.
The Aiken County School District’s rating improved from A to AA per Standard and Poor’s upgrade, Moody’s Aa2 remains high. JP Morgan won a 17.5 million general obligation bond at 0.61 percent TIC, with a 1.5 million bond premium offsetting five year interest. Board eyes Ridge Spring Monetta Wing and Leavelle McCampbell needs.
The Celebration of Success 2012 on Sept 4 at 6:30 p.m. in Strom Thurmond High School cafeteria costs 25 per person with ticket sales ending Aug 31. Edgefield County Chamber of Commerce and School District offices sell tickets. The Aiken County Historical Museum seeks volunteers with training Sept 13–14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., attendance required both days, lunch provided, register by Sept 10.
The Midland Valley High School Class of 1982 will hold its 30th reunion on September 29 at Houndslake Country Club in Aiken. Darlene C. Williams can be reached at 593-5180 for tickets, and information is available on the MVHS Class of 1982 Facebook group.
Police and corrections officers organized the Cops N Calabash fundraiser at Fatz Cafe in Aiken to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics South Carolina. Organizers aim to exceed $5,000 locally and continue outreach through bowling, softball, swimming, and basketball programs with participation encouraged from all ages and abilities.
The Matt Nieman Insurance Agency brings a NAS CAR Nationwide Series Chevy Impala to Lowe's North Augusta on Aug 29 from 11 am to 5 pm featuring food games prizes and a NASCAR race sim ride. Photo opportunities include Danica Patrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. cutouts. Dickens in America program at Aiken Library Aug 21 7 to 7:45 pm features Howard Burnham as Charles Dickens with Friends of the Aiken Library funding. Trivia Night at The Curiosity Shop begins Tuesdays at 7 pm free admission. For details call 644-0004 or email info curiosityshoptea com.
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