Gambling issue not at rest in South Carolina
In Columbia three months pass without a state Supreme Court ruling on video gambling legality. The Revenue Department orders bars and stores to choose between gambling and selling alcohol. The Carolina Family Alliance challenges video poker licenses at alcohol venues, while an industry group sues for Gov Beasley phone records and Collins Entertainment seeks to know Gov Beasley's dealings as a large operator sues to preserve market position.
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Carolina Entertainment Association
Collins Entertainment Corp
Greenville
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Fireworks ban urged as South Carolina endures dry heat
Amid 95 plus degree days and no rain, the South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a statewide ban on outdoor burning. Local agencies in Aiken County joined a voluntary ban on fireworks for the Independence Day weekend to prevent fires. Officials urged residents to skip all fireworks and keep hoses ready for outdoor cooking, citing extreme dryness and fire risk.
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Aiken
Heat turns deadly in Lugoff as drought sparks burn ban
A Columbia area autopsy will determine if the deaths of Lewis and Jessie Mac Richardson were heat related. The Lugoff couple died in a mobile home with no AC as 100 degree temperatures persisted. Nearby relative Thomas Richardson noted Mrs. Richardson was last seen retrieving mail. The drought and heat prompted officials to impose a burning ban across the region.
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Jessie Mac Richardson
Steve McCaskill
Thomas Richardson
Newspaper Offices to Close Friday for Fourth of July
The Aiken Standard will suspend office operations Friday for the holiday. A newspaper will be published and distributed, but offices close until Monday morning to allow staff time with families. Customer service for circulation calls remains open Friday afternoon.
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Aiken Standard
Obituary notices list several regional names on page 2B
Ruth R. Baker Belvedere Effie H Bland Beech Island Dorothy Downing Shelby N C Marlene D Onofrio Wagener Willie Jefferson Reaves Elko obituary notices on page 2B listing deaths and brief identifiers.
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Willie Jefferson Reaves
Elko
Georgia Lottery Draw Totals and Numbers
The Georgia Lottery results report Wednesday draws with Cash 3 Midday 6 1 7 and Cash 3 Evening 41 3 and 4 944 1 Pantasy 8 61727 2881. No further context or winners announced in the snippet.
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Downtown group faces assessment for revitalization efforts
The Aiken Downtown Development Association and the South Carolina Downtown Development Association evaluated downtown progress led by Executive Director Ben Boozer. The report highlights four focus areas, including business development, cultural amenities, building rehabilitation, and targeted marketing and promotions. Executive Director Janet Augeri Morris says the area is at a crossroads and aims to move to a higher level of revitalization. The ADDA plans to survey downtown to map business locations and clustering to guide future plans.
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Aiken Downtown Development Association
ADDA
South Carolina Downtown Development Association
Ben Boozer
Janet Augeri Morris
Morris
Aiken
Barbecue joints brace for Fourth of July demand
Barbecue restaurants in Aiken Warrenville and nearby areas brace for peak Fourth of July orders. Hog Heaven owner David Ruth warns supply may run out by July 4, while Bobby’s Bar-B-Que Buffet offers limited stock and both dine-in and carryout options. Dad’s Barbeque and Carolina BBQ also report strong demand with specials and extended hours for the holiday weekend.
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Hog Heaven
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Barbara Griffin
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