Readers discuss top story on Aiken Standard site
As of 11:45 p.m. the most commented piece on the Aiken Standard website was Talkback for Dec. 24 with 10 comments. Readers are invited to join the conversation at talkback/1224-talkback to share thoughts.
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Inkther news Christmas in Hopelands ends this year
The Hopelands Gardens light display called Christmas in Hopelands is in its final two days for 2008. Visitors are reminded today and tomorrow are the last chances to view the seasonal lights.
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Hopelands Gardens
Weekly U S retail price for regular gasoline
The report notes the weekly average retail price for one gallon of regular gasoline across the United States. It details the latest figure, highlighting trends by region and noting any noticeable changes from the prior week.
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Aiken County and City Prepare for Post Christmas Trash Surge
Aiken County and the City of Aiken plan for a spike in solid waste after Christmas. Public Works Director Larry Morris notes heavy collections the day after Christmas while Rodney Cooper says drop-off sites will shift to more household waste bins.
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Deaths and Funerals in Greenwood Barnwell
Obituary notices list Joan D. Young Everette and Steve A. Hudson among Greenwood and Barnwell residents. Details include dates, funeral arrangements, and family notices.
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Helping Hands Empowers Teen Moms to Build Futures
Mary 17 and Allyssa 19, residents of Helping Hands with 50 plus teens, pursue GEDs and college plans at Aiken Technical College. Allyssa regains custody of Paulina. Mary aims for nursing at ATC as they navigate motherhood and tough backgrounds.
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Gas price drop draws Southside shoppers on Christmas Day
A new East Pine Log Road station sparked competition as Exxon lowered prices to 98 cents a gallon Thursday night while Sprint joined in with a 99 cent rate. Shoppers waited in longer lines, hoping for savings amid economic uncertainty, with several locals praising the discount and planning for a potentially brisk 2009.
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