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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 2006
Page
1
Ford's state funeral will be quieter than Reagan's, mirroring his modest style and smaller national imprint. A separate photo by Matt Goins featuring Dogwood Stable's Sani Bel Storm earned the 2006 Media Eclipse Award for Photography.
Leonard Engel discusses James Patterson's Beach Road published in New Ellenton. The piece hints at Patterson's brisk pace and thriller elements, noting the collaboration aura and reader appeal in the mid career spotlight.
Obituary roundup notes the deaths of Arthur Day Columba Holmesker and Ann Awerhamer Lambert among local residents. Details on funerals and memorials appear in the 6A death notices section.
A compact guide presents Nation World Obituaries Opinions and puzzles along with sports TV and more. Inside today’s section highlights film listings and varied features across the page.
Thousands gathered outside the Apollo Theater as the late James Brown lay in a gold coffin on stage. Fans moved past the coffin to celebrate his life, with Brown's music booming from storefronts and stereos. Rev Al Sharpton and others attended the service area, recalling his impact on music and culture. Brown died on Christmas morning at 73 from heart failure.
Revelers in Aiken County welcome 2006 with sparkling wine as Natasha Pollins of Harvard's on Whiskey Road notes bubbly remains the top seller. The feature highlights popular bubbly options and where to find them for New Year celebrations.
Aiken County authorities report a 9-1-1 call from Carl Lee 73 and his wife Gena Lee 72 at 2218 Hillsdale Drive, Fox Chase. Carl shot Gena then killed himself with a 30 30 rifle, both shots at close range, investigators say. Neighbors heard none and a note was left at the residence as tape marked the upscale two-acre property.
Aiken County leaders outline goals for 2007 including attracting new businesses via new incentives after Avondale Mills closure, expanding emergency medical services, and timely completion of Interstate 520 Palmetto Parkway. County Administrator Killian cites stormwater, a new county complex, capital tax projects, reassessment, and solid waste as key future challenges.
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