Note to Readers About Early Press Run
The Aiken Standard reports an early press run due to a winter storm in Aiken County. National sports results including college basketball NBA and NHL were not finished in time for this edition. Readers are advised to check Saturday’s edition or visit aikenstandard.com for updates.
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Boston Marathon tribute marks anniversary with city leaders
A April 15 ceremony at the Hynes Convention Center honors victims survivors and first responders from the Boston Marathon bombing. Mayor Walsh and Gov Patrick will host with One Fund Boston, featuring families medical staff and civic leaders and ending with a flag raising and moment of silence.
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Winter storm forces widespread school and game cancellations
Aiken County and Edgefield schools remain closed for a second day as storms halt all activities. Five boys and girls basketball doubleheaders were wiped out, with makeups delayed to Saturday Monday or Tuesday to precede the SC High School League playoffs now pushed back. The commissioner notes weather could alter many remaining schedules while playoff dates shift to February 19 through 22, with brackets unchanged for some classes.
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Hanyu tops Sochi as Plushenko retires from skating
Japan's Yuzuru Hanyu shattered 100 points in the men's short program at the Sochi Games with a 101.45 score and leads Canada’s Patrick Chan by near four points. Evgeni Plushenko ends his storied career after back injury, failing to complete the short program.
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Pacers Baseball Series With Belmont Abbey Adjusted by Winter Weather
USC Aiken moves the Belmont Abbey series schedule after snow and ice hit Belmont NC. The Pacers shift opener to Saturday at 3 pm with a Sunday doubleheader at 1 pm and a Monday finale canceled by the weather. Coach Kenny Thomas notes focus on adjustments and starting pitching has carried the early season. Belmont Abbey brings a four game win streak and solid bats led by Michael Falsetti and Weston Clarke as USC Aiken counters with six regulars above .300 including Kody Belcher and Sean Miller.
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