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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 2000
Page
3
North Augusta City Council reviewed a Grace United Methodist Church land exchange totaling 2.61 acres for a city parcel of 187 acres to aid future recreation and boundary alignment. A 19.74 acre parcel near the Operations Center would cost 59 220 for future expansion at 3000 per acre.
A Warrenville residence at 1008 Marie Drive suffered extensive smoke and some fire damage after a candle caused a bedroom fire. Fire Chief Napier said no occupants were home and the blaze began on a dresser. He warned candles are dangerous to use indoors.
Maj. Mike Charles of the 82nd Airborne Division shared a Desert Storm Christmas memory with the Rotary Club of Aiken. He described fear before jumps and the unit’s final service before going into action, noting how faith helped soldiers cope and ending with a rendition of Silent Night.
Northland Cable Television raised over 1000 for Toys for Tots by offering free cable installation for a $10 toy or a $10 donation. Richard Chambers said the drive drew a tremendous response and will aid local children. The company also gathered food and clothing for the elderly and helped Salvation Army families.
Columbia reports that South Carolina faces a $500 million shortfall and potential 15 percent cuts to higher education. Clemson President Jim Barker and USC President John Palms warn tuition could rise as state support shrinks, with K 12 protected but higher ed pressed. Lottery funding for scholarships is discussed but not relied on.
Aiken residents may drop off Christmas trees from December 26 to January 7 at H Odell Weeks Activities Center Citizens Park and Smith Hazel Recreation Center. Trees are mulched for use in parks and playgrounds. For details call 642 7631.
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