COVID disrupts county prep football scheduling in Aiken
COVID in Aiken County forces cancellation and postponement of high school football games. Aiken High announces two week pause for all activities with rescheduled Sept 24 game against Silver Bluff after Sept 3 and Sept 10 matches were moved. Athletic director Phillip Blacha notes senior impact and revenue losses amid quarantines.
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Bruce's Field boosts local economy with horse events
Aiken Horse Park Foundation's Bruce's Field hosts 20 events this year, with an estimated economic impact of 11.378 million dollars from 19 events. Vice president Tara Bostwick cited conservative hotel and restaurant costs and noted extensive online exposure during the LiftMaster Grand Prix, held without spectators due to the pandemic.
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Feds probe S C school mask bans in civil rights review
The U S Department of Education opens civil rights investigations in South Carolina and four other states over school mask prohibitions on students with disabilities and health risks. Commissioner Cardona says protections target safe in person learning. some states face possible action. The South Carolina case emerged from a June budget measure amid broader nationwide debate.
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North Augusta public safety officer dies from COVID
Dustin Michael Beasley, 30, a North Augusta Department of Public Safety officer, died after a long battle with COVID 19. He served at Bartwell Sheriff’s Office Williston Police Department and South Catalina Highway Patrol before joining NADPS in December 2020. His wife Candace Beasley posted tribute noting his integrity and devotion.
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