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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 2008
Page
1
A security camera at Manteca High School in California captured a dramatic car crash Monday morning. The footage showed a vehicle flipping in the wadi area and highlighted the importance of wearing seat belts.
Painters Mary Alice Lockhart and Michael Fowler and potter David Stuart display works at the Aiken Center for the Arts this month showcasing painting and pottery from three local artists.
The Alien Standard retires Website of the Day and launches YouTube Video of the Day featuring Improv Everywhere in New York City. The group stops time for five minutes inside Grand Central Station as a wearable street performance.
Walter Moore Parker Sr Louis Ernest Spannill Aiken Lottie Jean Walker Wares Jimmie Carl Wammock named in death notices. The page lists obituaries and funeral details for these individuals with local authorities and service information.
Two Aiken residents born in Cuba doubt any positive impact from Fidel Castro's resignation. Carlos Garcia and Orlando Pinero question if Castro is alive, note Cuban government propaganda, and say Raul Castro may continue the regime. Garcia recalls Castro's absence since 2006 and signals possible change only if Cubans speak out.
Barack Obama routed Hillary Rodham Clinton in the Wisconsin primary, widening his lead in the Democratic race. He pledged to end the Iraq War in his first year, while Clinton urged continued effort and emphasized readiness to be commander in chief. The outcome deepened a shrinking margin for Clinton and reshaped momentum heading toward future states.
Local and state officials seek new methods after 46 traffic fatalities in Aiken County last year. Bumetntown reports 30 percent of deaths occurred in or near the city, with average speeds in 45 mph zones at 63 mph. Police Chief David Smith notes drivers exceed the limit by 5 to 10 mph, undermining the measure.
Aiken County Council approved a spay and neuter program after reducing Advisory Board price proposals. Vouchers for dog spay reach 80, dog neuter 55, cat spay 55, cat neuter 40 with a 20 increase if complications arise. Vets may require rabies proof and offer optional microchips. income limits apply per HUD guidelines.
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