Credit Union expands in Aiken area amid expansion plans
SRP Credit Union led by Ed Templeton plans three new branches in Aiken with potential for more. A 1999 federal change opened services beyond narrowly defined worker groups, triggering a statewide building boom. Sites include Rutland Drive Brookhaven and Silver Bluff Road on seven acres formerly a cotton farm. Templeton notes not final but aims for full service branches near Aiken High School.
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Aiken County Public School Enrollment Edges Toward Budgeted Level
Enrollment figures for Aiken County public schools show 24,292 students on Wednesday, near the projected 24,718. Largest totals appear at Aiken High with 1,533 and North Augusta High 1,408. smallest at New Ellenton Middle with 269. District comptroller Brock Heron notes no surprises and cites funding tied to the 11th day.
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Gore ready to deliver acceptance at DNC in Los Angeles
Democratic nominee Al Gore seeks to cast Republicans as backward while promising prosperity progress and change. In a preview of his Thursday night address at the Democratic National Convention Gore, aided by campaign aides, emphasizes personal appeal and readiness to lead. Senate Lieberman g Sanctioned as running mate delivers lines but nomination formalities await closing session.
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Aiken County Students Exceed State ACT Average
Four of seven Aiken County high schools posted ACT scores above the state average of 19.3 for South Carolina seniors. Aiken High led with 20.8, followed by North Augusta 19.8 and other schools. officials caution against judging school quality by this test and note ACT is increasingly taken alongside SAT.
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Signs of Kursk disaster grow as rescue efforts fail
New evidence suggests a massive explosion ripped through the Kursk submarine, trapping 118 sailors. Rescue capsules struggle against currents and sand at 351 feet, while officials warn time is short and air supplies may be depleted. British and Norwegian teams head toward the scene, arriving by weekend. navy confirms severe damage and rapid sinking.
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