Local Aiken Doctor Praised and Highway Cleanup Thanks
Aiken’s gastroenterologist Dr Livingston at 103 Waterloo Street is hailed for patient care and community values. South Carolina officials are thanked for cutting back state projects and the president for firmness in budgeting. Rodney and the Aiken Litter Crew are thanked for cleaning SC Highway 78 after a large sporting event drawing riders nationwide.
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Worrying About Ourselves Before Others Cites Disability Delays
A reader recalls a long time worker denied disability, notes a Vietnam veteran husband’s surgeries, and questions vast overseas spending. The letter urges prioritizing citizens, argues against global aid, and warns against gastric bypass surgery citing personal pain and dietary failure.
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Cushman Dies, Pioneered USC Aiken Development
Edward Charles Cushman 86, a driving force in establishing USC Aiken, died Tuesday at Mattie C. Hall Health Care Center. A former state representative and senator, Cushman led 1960s higher education efforts, brokered USC Aiken’s Aiken branch, and left a legacy of expanded local access to college. Funeral Friday at First Baptist Church.
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Aiken County
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USCA
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First Baptist Church
Fred Andrea III
Bethany Cemetery
Aiken Public Safety seeks national re accreditation again
The Aiken Department of Public Safety pursues re accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies one of 25 in the state. Capt Richard Abney recalls past milestones from 1989 1998 and beyond noting reshaped procedures and standards while Compliance Coordinator Stephanie Christiansen stresses adherence to elite national standards as re accreditation looms again this year.
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Aiken County
Stephanie Christiansen
Bryan Mills
Aiken Department of Public Safety
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Richard Abney
Abney
Carrol
Busbee
Aiken Public Safety
Community meeting explores inclusion of disabled residents
At the Aiken Municipal Conference Center a Tri-Development Center gathering discussed making the community more inclusive for people with mental or physical disabilities. Officials noted the need for continued access to recreation, housing, and employment opportunities, and a car seat safety check was announced for Saturday at Target.
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Tri-Development Center
Aiken County
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Peo
Tyler
North Augusta man charged with assault robbery
Jerry L Mazone 24 of North Augusta is charged with assault and battery with intent to kill and strong arm robbery after punching an elderly woman in Palmetto Avenue and stealing her purse. He was tracked by the Aiken Bloodhound Team to a relative's home and is held at the Aiken County Detention Center.
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