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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 2007
Page
1
Aiken Standard provides a free online video from ground and onboard footage of the restored B-17 aircraft Liberty Belle during media day. The clip invites viewers to watch at www.aikenstandard.com.
The article notes a nationwide rise in upscale chocolate consumption with shoppers pursuing premium brands. It highlights growing interest in specialty shops and luxury assortments, signaling enduring cravings for fine chocolate through the year ahead.
Obituary notices list several individuals by name including Joey Lee Addie of Graniteville Peggy D Blackmon of Easley Johnny L Buggs of Aiken George Howard Herron of Springfield Mary Leahnore Saunders of Aiken and Nicholas Aaron Tanton of San Antonio Texas with the section titled Deaths and Funerals and page reference 11A.
The paper features a guide to the 142nd anniversary re-enactment of the Battle of Aiken. It includes a recap of the historical events and a schedule of activities with what to expect during the reenactment day.
On Dec 3 1977 USC Aiken opened the Courthouse gym with a 68 66 win over Presbyterian College led by 6 8 center Bill Weeks who scored 18 points. The facility gave players practice times a home court and legitimacy and coach Lew Perkins recalled its impact on recruiting. Tickets for tonight’s games start at 5 30 p m with men at 7 30 p m.
North Augusta honors Charles Martin, city administrator, as Citizen of the Year at the Chamber of Commerce annual meeting. He is praised for quietly shaping North Augusta from a sleeping Augusta bedroom community into a vibrant place to live work and do business.
Aiken County Council voted 7 to 3 to approve a countywide smoking ban with two amendments set to take effect June 1. The ordinance excludes incorporated areas and faces questions on enforcement and costs. Council members Rawls Barton and Bunker opposed citing enforcement and state scope concerns.
Judge Jack Early ruled the three trustees of James Brown's estate will remain in charge but be overseen by a court appointed special administrator. He found no credible evidence of wrongdoing while acting to avoid appearance of impropriety and conflicts of interest. The ruling follows petitions from Brown's family and Hymie to replace the trustees. The court will appoint within 10 days.
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