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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 2005
Page
2
A reader questions why Social Security funds are borrowed to cover other government expenses and asks for a clear explanation from officials. The letter references highway safety concerns at Two Notch and Pine Log Roads and notes mixed views on Norfolk Southern actions.
The correction notes that a photo from the unveiling of the Jacksonville School historical marker in Sunday's Aiken Standard did not show Associate Superintendent Frank Roberson, though Roberson attended the event. The paper apologizes for the misidentification.
Graniteville begins returning to normal after a weeklong evacuation from a devastating train collision and chemical spill. Residents like Lucius and Adine Corley praise cleanup efforts by Belfer Restoration while fearing future rail noise. Fire Department losses include gear, radios, and a wrecked engine, all deemed totaled by insurers as crews brace for rewiring and lingering dangers.
An art display and auction showcasing works by local amateurs at the Aiken Center for the Arts raises funds for Aiken County HELP LINE. Special guest Jim Harrison will attend. proceeds support the 211 crisis line and related CSRA programs.
Keith Herron and his wife have purchased Café on the Corner at 34 Belvedere Road in Clearwater and will operate a family friendly restaurant serving lunch and dinner. The menu expands to wings steaks fresh fish and Cajun dishes with daily specials and homemade peanut butter pie. The eatery opens Monday to Saturday 11 am to 9 pm and Sunday 11 am to 3 pm.
Aiken Standard announces free advertising for businesses within the Graniteville evacuation zone following the Jan 6 chemical spill and train wreck. Twenty four enterprises shuttered during the 10 day evacuation will receive a two column by four inch message space in the Sunday edition. Requests must be made by Friday Jan 28 and contact Art Zappa at 648 2311 extension 260.
The Savannah River Section of the American Nuclear Society will host a monthly dinner at Fire Mountain Grill in North Augusta. Registration starts at 7 p.m. with Dr. Benjamin Cross as the featured speaker. Cost is 13 dollars for adults and 8 dollars for students and teachers. Reservations by January 25 to kmbolen earthlink.net or 641-6674.
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