Graniteville marks year since deadly train wreck and chlorine release
One year after the Graniteville derailment the town honors nine dead and 250 injured from the chlorine cloud that forced 5400 residents to evacuate. Investigators point to a misaligned switch. safety rules and monitoring tests are underway while locals remember victims at sunrise vigils and a university ceremony. Norfolk Southern faces about 4500 claims and plans a $39 million cleanup and compensation effort.
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Norfolk Southern to donate funds for Graniteville memorial
Norfolk Southern plans to donate the remaining 6000 dollars to finish paying for a memorial in a Graniteville public park honoring the nine people who died in last year's derailment and chlorine leak. The memorial, a black granite wall near the crash site, was delayed by a fundraising shortfall and is supported by volunteers led by Phil Napier of the local fire department.
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Women’s empowerment event at TrueNorth Church features Harper and Sponberg
TrueNorth Church hosts a two day women’s event with Lisa Harper and Nicol Sponberg at the Augusta Marriott Hotel and Suites March 10 to 11. Sessions begin Friday at 6 p m and end Saturday at 4 p m with ticket info and early signup discount details.
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Nicol Sponberg
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Augusta Marriott Hotel and Suites
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