ADPS Trains EMS Workers for Hostile Environments
Aiken County EMS personnel faced deadly risk when four plant workers were shot at the RE Phelon plant last September as a gunman entered. Ambulances waited outside while responders could not reach victims. ADPS launched its first crime safety course for medical staff titled EMS In the Hostile Environment to teach care under fire and handling dangerous scenes through field exercises.
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Aiken County
RE. Phelon
Aiken Department of Public Safety
ADPS
Phelon incident highlights EMS safety and self care
The Phelon incident spurred an ADPS special response team to stress EMS safety. Bob Besley emphasized scene evaluation before treatment, distinguishing uniforms from police, and carrying radios. EMTs may wear brighter colors for visibility and should pair up on gunshot calls while prioritizing personal protection alongside patient care.
Students shadow local police and officials in career day program
Aiken Technical College president Dr Kathy Noble and North Augusta official Charles Martin joined high school juniors Albany Freshour Silver Bluff High and Chevenna Cofer North Augusta High for a day shadowing public safety and legal offices. Other students visited the sheriff s office and North Augusta city hall to see real cases and court proceedings. The program aims to show students how math science and English apply to public service and law enforcement. Shadowing runs year round with broad local business support.
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Kathy Noble
Aiken Technical College
Charles Martin
North Augusta
Albany Freshour
Silver Bluff High
Wilson Dandy
Sandi Kangas
PACT
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Albany
Aiken County
Daniel Robinson
NAHS
C.M. Williams
North Augusta Department of Public Safety
Daniel
Lawrence
Notable authors and editors to appear at USCA history event
The USCA history event will feature Pauline DeCa radelle Heyward’s journals and works by several Civil War authors. Guests include Joseph Cornishill, Rev. John H. Cornish’s descendant, and John Hammond Moore, Mauriel P. Toslyn, David Evans, Wilton Earle, Mary D. Robert, O. Vernon Burton, and Gerald Smith. Reservations are $10 for meals. call 641-3482.
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Joseph Cornishill
John H. Cornish
Battle of Aiken
Saint Thaddeus Episcopal Church
John Hammond Moore
Mauriel P. Toslyn
O. Vernon Burton
Gerald Smith
William Wofford
History Department
USCA
Bernard E. Bee
The
Sons of Confederate Veterans
S.C. Center For the Book
College faces cutbacks and fundraising to regain accreditation
The college on Greenville Street faces financial strain after rapid spending. Part-time faculty and student recruitment efforts are proposed as a temporary measure while aiming for accreditation in a few years. Sophomore Adrian Polit notes the campus operates outside traditional economic channels, stressing its intangible spiritual value.
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Greenville Street
Jones
Adrian Polit
Bloomington
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Smith-Hazel Recreation Center Hosts Multicultural Events
Smith-Hazel presents a full day of culture and history with antiques, African American cooking, exhibits by Aiken Boxing Club and Scurry's Karate, gospel music by the Smith-Hazel ensemble, go carts by Shriners, a fashion show, step show, a PACT Team exhibit, contests and soul food dinners. Youth basketball shoot-out on Feb 25 at 4 p.m. All events centered on Feb 28 with public invited. For info call 342-7634.
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Smith- Hazel
Shriners
Mike in Vegas Part II Night of Big Wins and Big Losses
A chaotic Vegas chronicle recounts Mike and his father hobnobbing with top gamblers and hitting a $4 million readout from a 25-cent bet. The tale leans into high rollers rooms, a $10 slot, and the lure of entertainment as Las Vegas dazzles and tempts.
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Mike
Judy
Mark
Gladys
Sarah
Frank
Luanne
South Carolina
Mom
Buddy
Las Vegas
Vegas Weekend with Siegfried and Roy and Pink Roller Coaster
A narrator and his dad skip exorbitant Siegfried and Roy tickets in favor of other Las Vegas amusements. They explore Circus Circus with a giant indoor pink roller coaster and note a $3.95 prime rib meal. The trip ends with reflections on gambling and life lessons learned in a single weekend.
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Vegas
Siegfried
Roy
Circus Circus
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