Resignation and July Sky Spectacular Highlight New Ellenton
The town faces fallout from Hanna’s resignation with Berry acting mayor and Loadholt noting a potential settlement collapse into litigation. Fireworks display at Aiken Mall marks the Fourth of July with sponsors Aiken Regional Medical Centers the Aiken Standard and Joy 102.7. Government offices close for the holiday as the pageant scene gains Crown Award recognition in Spartanburg amplifying regional pride.
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Floyd
Miles Loadholt
Terry
New Ellenton
Aiken Mall
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
The
Aiken Standard and Joy 102.7
Drought Persists As July Rainfall Likely Missing
Forecaster John Friday says no rain in sight and temperatures near 100 degrees for the rest of the week. Rains last month totaled 4.1 inches, and July may fall short of its typical 4.25 inches. a possible front could trigger scattered thunderstorms but nothing major. City water officials say there is no current plan to restrict usage despite drought concerns. pumping about 12 million gallons daily, with a strengthened system and storage to avert bans.
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John Friday
Wjbf Channel 6
Larry Morris
Aiken County Tops Tax and Pay Charts for Schools
Aiken County leads state rankings with 40.6 percent of tax returns showing taxable income of 25000 or more and an average weekly salary of 576 dollars. Lee County has the lowest income share at 18.2 percent. Clarendon County the smallest pay at 312 dollars. Dr. Linda Eldridge notes officials compile data for planning and service comparisons while Hadden cites funding as a key handicap.
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Aiken County
Aiken
Lee County
Clarendon County
Hadden
Linda Eldridge
Australian equestrians acclimate to humidity in Atlanta lead up
Australian riders, including Olympic hopeful Gillian Bolton of Adelaide, adjust to heat and humidity in Atlanta ahead of the Summer Games. Bolton, a 1994 Barcelona gold medalist and 1995 Australian three day eventing champion, rides Peppermint Grove as she and teammates climatize before July 18 departure. The team trains in the area for weeks, preparing horse and rider for cross country dressage and show jumping challenges.
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Adelaide
South Australia
Barcelona
Lochinvar
Bolton
Australia
Atlanta
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