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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 2002
Page
1
In Washington sources note Yasser Arafat’s allies call him The Old Man while Ariel Sharon calls himself Warrior. The Bush administration signals a cautious shift toward fresh Israeli and Palestinian leadership, aiming for a new peacemaking approach.
Jimmie Johnson captured the pole for his first Daytona 600 after leading during winter testing at Daytona International Speedway. The rookie enters what figures to be a Top Rookie battle this year, aiming to shine in NASCAR’s marquee race.
Short obituary notice lists Gerald F. Antwine of Bath Ruby Bishop Wallace Brunson Lina McKay Rhodes of Johnston and Aiken J Willard Rushton among the deceased with scant biographical detail provided.
An inside look at Oduye's latest film choices and fans opinions in the sports section. The article surveys reactions, highlights standout scenes, and notes upcoming showtimes and venues.
The city of Aiken has long valued public art with fountains sculptures and murals downtown. Laurens Street showcases stories from two artists and their past projects along Isabel Van Janet Morris and Dowtown Development Executive arrector ee ART.
Afghan officials say Mullah Wakil Ahmad Muttawakil, former Taliban foreign minister, surrendered to authorities in Kandahar. They caution that remaining Taliban figures and al Qaeda militants still threaten security and await trial in Afghanistan or abroad. US military officials confirm the surrender.
South Carolina Governor Jim Hodges says he will veto any bill allowing concealed weapons on school grounds or inside schools. He argues that guns and schools do not mix and notes his status as a parent with two children in public schools. Rep Knotts sponsors bills permitting carry with permits near or in schools, defending their approach.
More than 200 horses and riders filled Sporting Days Farm for a one day eventing trial featuring dressage, stadium jumping, and cross country. Organizer Joannah Glass noted the unprecedented turnout in South Carolina and the busy setup with four dressage rings two stadium arenas and a cross country course. She emphasized sharing Aiken’s horse community tradition and welcoming all skill levels from beginner novice to Olympic medalists.
Salt Lake City security officials hailed the opening test as near flawless after President Bush and other dignitaries attended the ceremony. Mitt Romney praised the layered plan while teams patrolled outside Rice Eccles Stadium and plainclothes officers mingled inside to avoid a militaristic look.
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