Late mail delivery blamed on postmaster’s new truck time
Aiken mail carrier explains residents on Huron Drive receive mail late because the postmaster ordered the delivery truck to depart the Aiken post office at 9 a.m. or later, instead of 7 a.m. as before. The carrier cites the change as the cause of delayed arrivals.
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Brusters to reopen under new ownership next year
Brusters will be open next year after sale and ownership transfer. The new owners expect to open by the first of the year, resuming operations soon.
Thanksgiving Dinner Thanks to Don at the Alley
A reader expresses gratitude for Don who organized the Thanksgiving dinner at the Alley. He made guests feel at home and the meal was delicious. God bless you and thank you very much.
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Referee Critique in City of Aiken League
Aiken Standard readers vent about a single referee officiating City of Aiken men’s basketball games. They describe unprofessional conduct and a game delay caused by the official’s phone use. Readers urged to call or email comments to the Talkback line and editorial staff.
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Waste facility fits its 2000th canister correction
The Aiken Standard corrects a headline for SRS Defense Waste Processing Facility stating the facility reached its 2000th canister rather than 200th. The paper apologizes and urges readers to report factual errors by contacting editors Mike Gibbons or Jeff Wallace.
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North Augusta man on trial for indecent exposure
Willie T. Garrett, 27, faces trial in general sessions court on charges of indecent exposure after police say he lured two 16 year old girls to his car near North Augusta High School and exposed himself. The incident, reported April 25, 2008, could carry up to three years in prison with a possible fine. Judge Brooks Goldsmith will preside.
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Aiken sixth-grader Shannon wins writing contest prize
Strong Shannon, a sixth grader at Aiken Middle School, won a $100 gift certificate from Eulalie Salley Realty for her essay The Mystery of Life submitted to the school's writing contest. Her story follows Lori who, after a party and under the weight of a mother's grief, learns the impact of choices and advice.
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Detective Search Continues for North Augusta Gunman
North Augusta detectives press on with a multi jurisdictional task force seeking tips to identify and locate a white male 20 to 25 with sandy blond hair and a multi colored field jacket who killed one and wounded two in the November 22 carjacking and shooting spree. Authorities released a suspect profile and urge public cooperation while monitoring similar murders nationwide. Allan Lee Hawkins, 25, faces murder charges in a Conestee case.
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SWPF project delayed to 2011 at Savannah River Site
Parsons reports the Salt Waste Processing Facility will switch from a PC2 to a PC3 design, delaying startup to 2011 from 2009. The project aims to process about 90 percent of SRS high level waste, with Parsons staffing possibly expanding by 48. Officials discuss multiple contracts and bidder interests, amid local concern.
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Aiken County Hosts 7 on 7 Flag Football Tourney
The Aiken County Parks Recreation and Tourism Department will run a double elim 7 on 7 flag football tournament on Saturday December 10 at Harrison Cover Park highway 421 Clearwater. Kickoff at 9 am with an entry fee of 125 dollars per team due by December 9. This is an adult men’s tournament. For more details call park staff at 803 595 4698.
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Lottery results summary for Wednesday drawings
Wednesday winning numbers across multiple games include Pick 3 Midday 09 2, Pick 4 Midday 7 1 1 6, Pick 3 Evening 7 7 9, Pick 4 Evening 85 9, Carolina Five 1 13 18 27 28, Power Up 2, Powerball 19 23 27 42 52 with Power Play 1. Cash 3 Midday 3 3 7, Cash 4 Midday 0 7 5 9, Cash 3 Evening 8 8 7, Cash 4 Evening 4 1 4 7, Fantasy 5 1931 33 38, Lotto South 6 10 12 15 28.
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