Big Bang Kicks Off Holiday in Aiken Mall Sky Spectacular
Katherine Bre reports Fourth of July celebrations at Aiken Mall with Sky Spectacular fireworks lighting the night. Crowds filled parking lots along Whiskey Road as shoppers pursued Fourth of July sales, with some merchants noting mixed traffic and extended mall hours until midnight. Bob Bingham led the event for the third year while families like Faye Hook and her children enjoyed the display despite a potential rain threat.
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Bob Bingham
Faye Hook
Jon Jackson
Bush signs six year extension of unemployment benefits
President Bush signed a bill extending unemployment benefits by up to a half year as the Labor Department reported a 7.8 percent June jobless rate, the highest since 1984. The measure, costing 5.5 billion over six years, aims to aid those exhausting 26 weeks while urging Congress to pass further stimulus.
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Aiken Standard Vegetable Contest Heats Up
The Aiken Standard vegetable contest shows leaders in squash and tomatoes. Dwight Fox of Aiken leads with a 3 lb 3.60 oz squash on June 23, while Carolyn English brings a 2 lb 3.35 oz tomato on June 22. Benny G. Matthews follows with a 2 lb 10.05 oz squash. other entries include James Bradham and H W Wingard, plus Gisela Smith with a 1 lb 1.75 oz tomato. Prizes total 5, 50, and 25 dollars. entries due by July 22 at the reception desk, 124 Rutland Drive.
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Dwight O. Fox
Aixen
Carolyn English
North Augusta
Benny G. Matthews
James M. Bradham
H.W. Wingard
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Gisela Smith
Aiken Standard
Rutland Drive
Community Feedback Line Opens for News Tips
Readers encouraged to call 648 2311 with ideas or tips for local stories. The notice invites public input, promising follow up where possible and highlighting the newspaper’s receptiveness to community involvement.
U S Brigades Fly Vital Aid To Battered Bosnia
Nine planes landed at Sarajevo airport delivering aid as U N brigades rushed supplies including combat rations drugs and plasma. European envoy Carrington met with Bosnian government and Serb leaders but no progress reported amid ongoing fighting and a renewed mission to secure the lifeline from the airport to the city.
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osnia-Herzegovina
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Air Force
Jim Main
Croatia
Bogus Beachwear Stripped From Grand Strand Shops
Myrtle Beach police raided 14 beachwear shops suspected of selling counterfeit clothing. Officers confiscated garment presses and decals resembling trademarks. No arrests, no charges filed yet. penalties depend on subsequent charges.
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Myrtle Beach
Horry County
Ralph Wilson
Wilson
Perot Waiting Game Continues Amid July Fourth Bets
Rumors swirl as Ross Perot aides refuse to commit to an announcement on the nation’s birthday. Memo to recruit volunteers for a Saturday phone bank fuels speculation, but Perot’s team says the timing remains uncertain and the wait goes on.
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