Deadly chase linked to alleged drug deal in Aiken
A pickup backed into a patrol car triggering a pursuit over a suspected drug deal. Troy Kooy, 50, died at the scene after crashing on Willow Run Road near Rudy Mason Park. Officers say two men fled the truck on Richland Avenue. a third man, John Henry Price, 32, was arrested for cocaine and marijuana charges. Autopsy pending.
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Aiken County
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North Augusta candidates discuss economy and pollution at council forum
Six North Augusta City Council hopefuls spoke at a party forum chaired by Walker Posey. Moderator Barclay Bishop of NBC 26 led questions on why they run, with two minutes for early queries and one minute for the final question. McDowell cited town growth and citizen change as motivators, while Baggett touted decades on the council and deep local roots.
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North Augusta voter’s guide shows six run for three seats
North Augusta faces a February 10 primary with six candidates vying for three City Council seats. Incumbents tout stable governance and no property tax increases while colleagues highlight exits 1 and 5 as growth opportunities. One candidate opposes Project Jackson, citing public safety and aging facilities. Other contenders emphasize experience and local involvement with the Chamber of Commerce and prior council service.
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SRNS Ekes Out 40 Million Performance Fee at SRS
SRNS earned a 23.9 million performance fee as part of a 94 percent evaluation rating for Savannah River Site operations. Combined with prior NNSA results the contractor has 39.9 million of available fees paid from a 46.5 million pool. DOE and NNSA monitor costs and award fees based on performance amid noted cost-overrun concerns.
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Super Bowl Viewing Party at VFW Post 5877
Savannah River VFW Post 5877 invites all to a Super Bowl viewing event at 116 Midway Circle. A 3 p.m. trivia session with Russ Hayes and a chili cook-off are planned with a $5 entry fee for the cook-off.
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