Constitutional Convention 1787 Great Compromise Highlighted at Rotary
Rotary of Aiken hosts a constitutional facts talk detailing the 1787 Great Compromise creating the House and Senate. David Jameson organized the event, with Andrew Siders performing the national anthem and Benjamin Franklin noted for his signatory moment despite needing help. Patrick Henry’s absence and the Electoral College’s long path to compromise are discussed.
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Greater Aiken
Purse snatching warning after second incident in Aiken
Aiken Public Safety reports a second purse snatching in as many weeks. A woman, 8:30 a.m. near the Aiken Community Playhouse, was approached by a man on a bike who tore the purse strap as she held her belongings. She reported to City Hall. the suspect fled. No injuries. Investigators note a prior June incident at Food Lion. Call 642-7620 with tips.
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Dent Reunion Committee Plans August Savannah River Cruise
The Dent Reunion Committee invites aboard the Vegas for a cruise on the Savannah River from the Clarion Hotel at 8 a.m. on Friday in August. Tickets are 30 dollars each and include contact Ann Reid-Stevens at 663-6231 for details.
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Vegas
Clarion Hotel
Washington Road
Ann Reid-Stevens
Junaluska Singers Set for July 26 at St John's UMC
The Junaluska Singers perform July 26 at 7 30 p m under the Steeple at St John s United Methodist Church corner of Richland Ave and Newberry St They offer sacred music folk tunes gospel favorites patriotic selections and Broadway tunes with a free will offering. Contact Catherine Stapleton Nance at 6486891 ext 26 for details.
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UMC
Richland Avenue
Newberry Street
Catherine Stapleton Nance
Eight die on S C roads over holiday weekend
State troopers intensified patrols during a 78 hour Fourth of July period with checkpoints and radar in Aiken and across South Carolina. Preliminary figures show eight fatalities, cheerless contrast to 556 and 483 deaths reported earlier this year, reflecting ongoing enforcement by H E A T and city partners.
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Fort Gordon Presents Meshugga-Nuns at Dinner Theatre
Fort Gordon hosts the Dinner Theatre production Meshugga-Nuns on July 31 August 1 and 2. Ticket prices range from 25 to 39 dollars with varying rates for civilians seniors military retirees and active duty personnel. Call 706 793 8552 for information.
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