05 Jan 1997
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1997
Page
1
The American Dialect Society crowned soccer mom as Word of the Year for 1996 beating alpha geek at its annual meeting in Chicago. The term described suburban women seen as a key voting bloc during the presidential campaign.
Death notices name Lois Deason Roy Fuller Frazier Leonard Litton Herman Robinson Girard Wilson and others from North Augusta Nickelsville Va Williston Clearwater. Obituaries provide brief notices of passing for these individuals in the 7A page.
In Charlotte the Panthers playoff game at Ericsson Stadium drew swift sellouts as tickets changed hands at far above face value. Officials warn resale above legal caps exists in North and South Carolina while many offers appeared in local classifieds.
Sparkle Pompey stood atop a 40 foot rope and leaped for a trapeze amid cheers from peers as 23 youths tested courage during Junior Leadership Aiken’s Camp Gravatt ropes day. She steadied after a near miss and called the experience fun and exciting despite fear.
Aiken County Council Chairman Ronnie Young says the main challenges for 1997 are expanding the Sage Mill Park economy and maintaining a $10 million reserve while pursuing prudent county services. He warns solid waste costs could rise without a multi county agreement and notes jail needs due to state crowding rules. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh comments on ongoing fiscal tasks.
North Augusta Mayor Tom Greene and Sage Mill Park officials emphasize economic growth as key goals for the coming year while prioritizing urban redevelopment. Cavanaugh cites the sale of the Aiken Mile Track as the top issue, noting city purchase in 1988 aimed to preserve historic value but left a financial burden.
In South Carolina the flag issue rises as Gov Beasley pushes moving the Confederate banner from the Statehouse. Supporters mobilize via mailouts radio and meetings while opponents push back with ads and protests. A plan to also shield Confederate street names and monuments faces mixed public reaction.
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