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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1997
Page
13
ADPS director Carrol Busbee outlined plans for renovations to the department substation on Silver Bluff Road. The update covers upgrades to facilities and safety improvements aimed at better service delivery to the community.
Becky Maddrix has been named the new director of the SPCA and plans to expand animal education programs, emphasizing community outreach and humane treatment.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9164 hosts a Valentine’s Day dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday with the Hard Country Band performing. Admission is 4 for guests and 2 for members. Call 593-6070 for details.
In Columbia on Thursday Governor presented Bill Sigmon with the Order of Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian award. His son David Sigmon of Aiken stood beside him as Sigmon retired after serving as chairman of the South Carolina Department of Parks and Recreation.
The paper says a quote attributed to Mayor Fred Cavanaugh about extending the lease to the Fixed Base Operator at the airport was actually in response to approving AV SERV’s lease for a new corporate hangar. The Aiken Standard regrets the error.
A judge grants class action status against First Family Financial Services, affecting about 2000 borrowers. The ruling allows plaintiffs to pursue relief for alleged consumer protection violations over loan attorney or insurance agent selection. Bill West’s group criticizes a House bill aiming to bar such class actions, arguing it shields large lenders.
ADPS Station No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road stays on track despite rain delays. Chief Busbee expects full operation in April with two bays and roomier quarters. The upgrade aims to preserve ISO rating and insurance advantages while maintaining current patrol strength.
Becky Maddrix, the new director of the Aiken Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, handles calls and paperwork as the cat room overflows. She aims to expand the shelter’s spay neuter and education programs to reduce homeless dogs and cats in Aiken County.
Aiken Corporation to recast project figures after City Council rejection. Consensus says Commerce Park remains doable, with the plan to fund in three phases starting at about 1.2 million, contingent on city support for streets and infrastructure.
The Aiken Bloodhounds tracked a burglary to a home on Jehessee Drive after a Woodbridge Drive resident found her property missing. James E. Thomas Jr. was arrested at his Jehessee home two hours later. most belongings were recovered. He faces second degree burglary and grand larceny with no bond set.
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