Fireworks flow into Georgia as retailers rush to meet demand
Firework sellers note Georgia residents now buy more, crossing the state line to stock up. Dealers in Aiken County report steady business from Georgia regulars, with Logan Phillips of Fireworks Giant in North Augusta saying his store is busier than last year. Wacky Wayne's owner Skip Playford expects a sales boost as the new law spurs bigger purchases. Customers like Raven and Ty Michael in Aiken say they find what they want, enhancing Fourth of July celebrations. Derrek Asberry reports for the Aiken Standard.
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Mexican officers allegedly ordered troops to kill criminals at night
A human rights group released documents showing senior Mexican officers allegedly ordered soldiers to fatally harm criminals at night before a mass slaying of 12 to 22 civilians after a surrender in 2014. The June 11 directive from Lt. Col. Sandro Diaz Rodriguez aimed to crush crime while claiming human rights respect.
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Gateway students perform patriotic arts showcase at Kennedy Middle
Gateway visual arts students presented ten scenes built around the Preamble and Bill of Rights with choral instrumental and dance numbers. The show featured a tribute to the Emanuel AME Church victims and included a live keyboard performance by Kennedy McCants. Middle and high schoolers will present their Showcase at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Kennedy Middle.
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Gateway 2015 Visual Arts Participants Named
The Gateway 2015 visual arts roster lists numerous participants including Kelsey Aasa Cara Alan Alyssa Ayers Trey Boatwright Lindsay Bowie Indya Brown and many others across the district. The group features students such as Darius Dixon Katelynn Eagel Ariah Elre Mallorie Gray Delicia Green Cameron Griffis and Ashlynn Hare, showcasing a broad slate of talent.
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