Five suspects linked to Dec shooting in custody
Three men in custody after being linked to firing on a deputy during a December incident. Reginald Gaines 19 of Aiken faces assault with intent to kill and firearm charges. Kennard Thomas 17 of New Ellenton charged with assault with intent to kill. Michael Young 16 at Hephzibah High School to be extradited to South Carolina for multiple charges. Investigators still seek Keith Williams 18 of Aiken and Cordell Samuels 18 of Jackson as associates. Call tips to 800 922 9709 or Midlands Crime Stoppers for a reward.
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Jackson
Sheriff’s Office
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Williams
Charles Cain
Taco Bell Reopens In Aiken After Modern Makeover
The Richland Avenue Taco Bell returns with a rebuilt, larger drive through and parking area. The 38-seat dining room is new and a mostly fresh staff learns the improved steaming kitchen method causing early backup. Patrons greet the reopening with lines and enthusiasm.
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Taco Bell
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Holiday travel fuels up as SC gas up to 2.82 a gallon
AAA Carolinas reports holiday gas averages at 2.82 in South Carolina up 30 percent from last year with higher prices near Charleston and Greenville. About 808,000 residents are expected to travel in the next two weeks as road suspensions end Jan 2. Officials urge caution and safe driving during holiday periods.
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Aiken
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Georgia scam artist arrested over Wal-Mart theft
Tyrone E. Reid, 40, of Augusta, a suspected scam artist, was picked up by Richmond County deputies on an arrest warrant from Aiken Public Safety for one count of obtaining goods under false pretenses. Investigators say he distracted a cashier, pocketed cash, and sought large denominations after a small purchase at Richland Avenue Wal-Mart, about 225 dollars. Reid has several prior convictions and faces a felony charge enabling extradition.
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Teenspace returns to Roy Warner Park Thursday afternoons
Teenspace.park will resume at Roy Warner Park on Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. starting in January for youths 10 and up featuring homework help refreshments games and socializing with supervision. Transportation help available via the park office and Rosa at (803) 564-6149. 30/30 Cardio and Weight class runs Monday and Wednesday 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. led by Becky Geeting. Eight-week session costs 15 for pass holders 25 for non-pass holders.
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