DUI Arrests Above Average In Aiken County Holidays
Local law enforcement report higher DUI arrests in December with 12 by the city, above the eight monthly average. Video taping suspects before breath tests boosts convictions while Sheriff Gunnels seeks volunteers to drive home intoxicated drivers. The Highway Patrol notes 30 arrests this month including eight during the Christmas weekend.
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Cold Weather Floods Aiken County Buildings After Weekend Storm
Aiken County suffers water damage across 15 schools and public buildings after a weekend cold snap. Aiken Elementary has ruptured fire sprinklers flooding interiors while the county agricultural building and office complex report extensive water damage. Otasco Laurens Street store operates from its Richland Avenue service center. Officials warn of more storms with temperatures dropping into the teens and 30s.
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City and County Offices to Close for New Year Holiday
Most offices in Aiken County will close Monday for New Year’s Day. Post office, city and county offices, banks, and savings and loans close Monday and operate normally other days. Aiken Standard to publish Friday and Monday. Public library closed Sunday and Monday. Trash pickup shifted: Monday trash to Tuesday, Tuesday to Wednesday. rest of week unchanged.
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Phone Shift Alters Bell System Jan 1 1984
Sunday changes will split AT&T into eight companies. Southern Bell remains local phone service provider while AT&T handles equipment, repair and long distance. Local rates will stay the same for now, with PSC approval required for any future increases. Independent Bell divisions will handle dial tone, lines, white and yellow pages, long distance connections and services like Touchtone and Custom Calling. Bills continue to come from the local provider.
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Year End Tax Moves To Cut Your 1983 Bill
Taxpayers can reduce 1983 federal liability with above standard deductions charitable contributions and IRAs. Individuals may fund IRAs through April 16 or later with extensions. Keogh plans allow 15 percent of self employed earnings up to 15000, plus combined IRA and Keogh options.
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Barkeeps Expect Good Crowds Despite New Years Day Closings
Aiken bars plan New Year celebrations despite Blue Laws restricting alcohol sales to midnight. Up Your Alley, The Alley, and The West Side Bowery anticipate strong crowds with dinners and specials. Other venues including The Silver Fox Tavern, Filly's, Palmer's, and Eejay's will host late night events or private parties with limited hours.
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Palmer's
Ramada Inn
Eejay’s
Kalmia Plaza
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Gift of a Star for $35 Sparks Bizarre TV Moment
A Monday night football moment features a rookie watcher confused by a commentator phrase as a gift pitch sells stars for $35. Call 1 600 282 3333 toll free to buy a star and receive charts locating the celestial gift for a friend.
Roads to be overstressed in South Carolina by 2000
The Road Information Program projects a 55 percent rise in traffic on South Carolina roads and a 38 percent population growth from 3.13 million in 1980 to 4.33 million by 2000. Aiken County would grow from 10,800 to 136,000 people, stressing highways and bridges. The state would need enhanced maintenance for its 39,842 miles of roadways.
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