Rumsfeld charts new course on missile defenses
Washington reports that the Bush administration plans to expand testing and funding for missile defenses, aiming for a layered system and broader technology trials. The Pentagon seeks rapid, costly testing across multiple sites from Alaska to Kwajalein, with deployment hoped between 2004 and 2008.
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Art Harrison Turns Down Furman Coaching Return to Denmark
Art Harrison declines a Furman University coaching role and returns home to focus on art. He now markets his work through his own enterprise, Jim Harrison Prints, based in Denmark.
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Artist’s Coke Sign Partnership Inspires New Creations
In 1995 he formed a partnership with Coca Cola and now crafts sun catchers trays and calendars with Coca Cola themed rural scenes. Harrison says the collaboration brings his artistic journey full circle as he reflects on starting his painting career.
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Jim Harrison calendar features new artworks with Coca Cola signs
Jim Harrison continues painting Coca Cola signs in the building of his first work from 1951. A calendar with 12 new full color images will be sold via his website and gallery in Denmark, with Security Federal Banks donating proceeds to the USCA scholarship fund in his mother's name. Proceeds also go to Cracker Barrel outlets and other national retailers. For directions call 1-800-798-5796.
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Charter School Path In Aiken County Moves Forward
A charter school plan aims to use public funds with heightened parent involvement in schedules and curriculum. Catherine Samulski notes eight SC charters in 2000-01 and 2,300 nationwide, with a January 2002 local board application and a 90 day board decision window plus possible State Board appeal and potential resubmission with a 30 day final review.
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School aims to open with extended day and video monitoring
Aiken County plans a charter school with 120 first come spots for families and a 12 month year with 10 weeks of breaks. The program features two-year loop classes, an after school program until 5 30 pm, and a 9 90 pm extended day. Ground broke for 4K to sixth grade opening 2002 2003 pending approvals. Outdoor field trips planned to Hitchcock Woods Langley Pond Gregg Park and more.
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Arvin Jones Furniture Co Expands Legacy in Bath Area
The Arvin Jones Furniture Co operated since 1963 in Bath with 12 000 square feet of brand name furnishings. Owner Marvin Jones and his daughter Allison run the business as the second and third generation, six miles down Highway 421 from the Aiken By-Pass. Potential advertisers are invited to contact the Retail Advertising Department at 648 2311 to grow cash register sales.
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Elliott left mark with community service and inmates’ aid
Elliott, a longtime member of the St. Johns United Methodist Men’s Club, served on the S C Board of Pardons and Parole and led the Alston Wilkes Society to help offenders readjust to society. He tutored inmates in math and inspired many with his selfless work. Survivors include wife Anne, daughter Pam, and two sons John D and Scott. His full obituary appears on page 5A.
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