State probes racial incident at Richardson's Lake closed
SLED concluded the August 17 incident involving Cub Scouts from New Ellenton Pack 409 was investigated and turned over to the South Carolina Human Affairs Commission. SLED did not issue findings, but stated the commission should receive the facts. commissioner noted possible violation of public accommodations law. Local offices observe Presidents Day. some services resume Tuesday.
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Richardson's Lake
State Human Affairs Commission
South Carolina Law Enforement Division
SLED
Hum Affairs Commission
Human Affair Commission
Jack
New Ellenton
Hugh Munn
Human Affairs Commission
James Clyburn
Frank Williamson Jr
Plea for new home for Puddles after abuse
In Mt Pleasant a plea to find a loving new owner for Puddles drew over 50 calls on day one. The 514 month old female mixed breed was mistreated and beaten, according to Magistrate Jeanette M. Harper. A choker chain had been used without proper adjustment as the dog grew. Sheila Roseboro of the John Ancrum Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals spoke, noting the animal was injured.
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MT. Pleasant
Puddles
Sheila Roseboro
John Ancrum Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
Jeanette M. Harper
Aiken Leaders Sit Together at Church Services
Former Aiken Mayor H. Odell Weeks and Judge Charles E. Simons Jr. are described as always sitting together at Aiken First Baptist Church services. Simons says they sit side by side to stay awake due to their ages, not the quality of the sermons.
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Aiken
H. Odell Weeks
Charles E. Simons JR
Simons
Weeks
Aiken First Baptist
Scott Webster
Clemson University
Roland H. Windham
Birthday Announcements Highlight Local Residents
James Robert Chapman Shaquane Crawford R.L. Harrison Jr Mary B. Hucks Velma Lakes Susan Key Horace W. Price Jr Rodney Raiford Joseph Ryan Annette Smith Jeffery Taylor Jr receive birthday notices. The list names each honoree and marks their special day in the community calendar.
Gas Tanks Being Removed Near Wagener Under State Oversight
West Columbia firm Jackson Construction and Supply began removing 75 to 100 underground storage tanks from a wooded site near Wagener. Residents led by Luke Jackson pressed for zoning action amid fears of soil and groundwater contamination. State agencies extended compliance deadlines as a DHEC plan governs the operation and recycling requirements.
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Wagener
West Columbia
Stein
Jackson Construction and Supply
Omy
Bethear Churc Road
S.C
Jackson
Thank You For The Memories From Aiken Mayor Weeks
Former Aiken Mayor H Odell Weeks retires after four years as city leader. In a retirement dinner he thanks supporters and his family, recounting a public service career beginning in 1943 and a mayoral tenure from 1957 to retirement.
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Aiken
H. Odell Weeks
Weeks
Fred B. Cavanaugh
Aiken Trials Kick Off Triple Crown Weekend in March
Aiken residents gear up for the 50th Aiken Trials and the 22nd Triple Crown on March 14 with on line reservations, a third row parking option at $40, and tickets priced four dollars in advance five on race day. Gates open at 11 a.m. post time 2 p.m. Children under 12 admitted free. Tickets available at local shops. The Hunt Meet follows on March 21 at Clark Field on Audubon Drive.
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Aiken
Aiken County
Aiken Jaycees
of Co
Mike Fanning
Aiken Drug
Woodruff Drug
Southside Gallery
Clark Field
Audubon Drive
Aiken Ser ‘Toma Club
Construction On Incinerator May Be Close
A Westinghouse Savannah River Company official said a $100 million first of kind incinerator for radioactive wastes at the Savannah River Site could begin within six months. The Consolidated Incineration Facility aims to reduce waste volume by about 90 percent and will burn solid and toxic wastes produced in nuclear materials work. The remaining hurdles include final permit approvals and an environmental assessment before a potential third quarter start.
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Savannah River
Westinghouse
Savannah River Company
Steve Crook
Aiken
Crook
CIF
Defense
DWPF
Earl Pases
Valentines Day Gifts Of Love And Romance From Locals
Local residents share their most romantic Valentine gifts. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh plans a quiet weekend at Hilton Head leaving politics and children behind. Tina Blackmon recalls a surprise two blue tickets for a Caribbean cruise. The couple imagines a belated honeymoon while arranging temporary childcare.
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Fred Cavanaugh
Lee
Hilton Head
Twelve Arrests In Aiken County Burglaries And Thefts
Aiken County Sheriff reports twelve arrests tied to twenty five burglaries and two car thefts from July 1991 to February 1992. Notable suspects include Michael Proctor and Debra Proctor in Tennessee for seven thefts and burglaries, Stephen Hughes with four counts of eel ing stolen goods and related charges, Harold Wayne Wyatt and John Michael Smith in another incident, and Benjamin Baughman Ervin Williamson and Chris Bennett linked to eleven burglary counts and grand larceny. Additional arrests include George Wilson and Rusty Dunbar for three burglaries and grand larceny, plus Shawn St Germaine and a juvenile tied to burglary and grand larceny in truck theft cases.
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Aiken County
Couchton
Harold Wayne Wyatt
Edgefield Highway
Hudson Road
John Michael Smith
Joyner Pond Road
Benjamin Todd Baughman
Ervin Arthur Williamson
Chris Bennett
Aiken
George Wilson
Rusty Merritt Dunbar
Donee County
Grand Larceny Auto
Helping Hands Shelter Seeks Donations and Help
The Helping Hands Shelter in Aiken seeks donations of items and time to support 300 plus children ages birth to 17. Directors urge furniture, clothing, towels, bedding, tools, school supplies, and building repairs while stressing the nonprofit relies on local donations and United Way support. Call 618-3456.
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John Sebby
Sebby
Aiken
Helping Hands
Aiken Count
United Way Agency
Cal
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Luke Jackson
HAC
Fllen County
Roddie Burr
Egreee March
James Jackson
Removantt
DHEC
Bob Benson
DHIEC
Philip Lord
Cindi Golofuss
Heath
Shawn St. Germaine
Langley
Nina J. Nndiffer
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