19 Aug 2001
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 2001
Page
1
Local note from Page 28 mentions Santa Claus feeling blue and Randy Weeks, the Santa representative in town, could use cheering up. The brief hints at a light community moment and a wish for holiday goodwill.
Nation reports Miguel Contreras recalls anger after Representative Maxine Waters backed the white candidate in the Los Angeles mayoral race, opposing Contreras’ preferred candidate. The June contest drew sharp partisan activity and concern over campaign influence.
Local notice lists obituaries including Herman Everett Busbee Aken Ruth E deMedicis Warenvile Floyd Edward Dorn Bradley Betty Jane Walker Haris Akan. Limited readable names indicate multiple death notices or memorials.
City official reports completion ahead of schedule for a 2,600 square foot terminal beside the existing facility. The project, budgeted at 1.2 million, includes a drop off portico, brick wall, interior lobby with lounge, conference room and display area for contributing businesses. Construction should finish before the end of October.
A fourth man has been arrested in connection with the murder and armed robbery of Beech Island resident Christopher Hudson, according to Aiken County Sheriff’s Office. Antwon Quiller, 18, of Jackson Grove Road in North Augusta, surrendered to a deputy at 1 45 p.m. Saturday and is charged with the crime.
Sen Tommy Moore compares Republican redistricting by some lawmakers to Freddie Krueger, the horror figure, saying they slice and dice districts with partisan faces during the reapportionment battle, reflecting intense political maneuvering. The veteran Democrat notes the high stakes and sharp rhetoric in the process.
Water services were granted from the New Ellenton Commission of Public Works for a 100 room Country Inn and Suites with a 12,000 square foot conference center. The Aiken City Council will provide sewer services for the project planned in front of Hunter's Glen, recalling a 1990 agreement with Gene Fleischer. The council later voted 5 to 2 against water service at a Monday meeting.
The City of Aiken Parks and Recreation Department held its inaugural Summer Spree at Citizens Park featuring live entertainment, puppet shows, a rock climbing wall, water slides, spin art, and a fire truck water hose. Recreation staff praised strong turnout and kid friendly activities as families cooled off on a sunny Saturday. Local residents cited splashes and games as highlights with plans to attend again.
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