New Year Optimism Warm in Times Square Welcome Crowd
Times Square welcomed 2012 with hopeful crowds and security in place as revelers queued for the ball drop. Tourists from Australia and the United States shared smiles and plans for a brighter year amid chatter of a rough 2011. In New Orleans, Sugar Bowl visitors and locals looked forward to better days as weathered economies seemed to improve.
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Officials urge caution with fireworks in area Ordinances guide local celebrations
Law enforcement reminds residents to follow local ordinances as they plan New Year celebrations. Firecrackers larger than a quarter inch are banned in Aiken City with limits on length and explosive content. North Augusta and Aiken County allow more fireworks but require compliance with federal powder limits. Noise rules may be enforced and police will respond to late night parties. Citizens are urged to be courteous and use extreme care with fireworks.
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Aiken Standard Offices Closed With Limited Redelivery
Aiken Standard offices will be closed today and Monday but will accept phone calls for redelivery from 6 30 to 9 a.m. today and Monday.
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Area Deaths Listed for Multiple Aiken and Columbia Residents
Obituaries note deaths in area communities including Donald Lee Etsasser Aiken Joann Rushton Salley John Castillo Marvin George Gabby Johns Mary Holmes Mildred Franck Miriam Baker Patricia Jean Dunne and others in Columbia and nearby towns.
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Gabby” Johns
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Mildred J. Franck
Miriam Baker
Patricia Jean Dunne
Columbia
Obama eyes more economic progress in 2012 address
In a New Year message President Obama urges Congress to extend the Social Security payroll tax cut and push for economic growth. He notes 2011 achievements like Iraq’s end and bin Laden’s death and says 2012 must bring stronger jobs growth and middle class strength. Senator Isakson counters with GOP aims to spur small business.
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Firework Safety Guidelines and Warnings
Safety guidelines from the National Council on Fireworks Safety emphasize reading and following label directions and having an adult present. Do not give fireworks to small children or point them at people. Use outdoors only and buy from reliable sellers. light one at a time and soak duds after 15 to 20 minutes.
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