Wiring completes across district schools for computer access
The district will drop cables to about 1594 instructional spaces and provide 3000 computer spaces. Dr Eldridge says wiring is finished in every school space and focus shifts to training, hardware use, and software. South Aiken High led the cabling under Automated Network Systems with varied school structures presenting different challenges.
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Eldridge
South Aiken High
Milledgeville
Guerrieri
Stanley
Nike event to host top high school players in Augusta
Malone, ex Hawks center, will speak at a 10 a.m. Saturday event titled Believe to Achieve. The tournament draws dozens of nation’s best high school athletes and top college coaches, coordinated by D. Pierce of Nike. Organizers anticipate a full house with Nike arranging role models for attendees. Action starts at 6 p.m. at Riverview Athletic Complex with new bleachers adding seating for about 500. North Augusta official Rick Meyer notes the venue choice keeps finals local and cites a stronger, top-25 player presence this year.
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Malone
Atlanta Hawks
D. Pierce
Nike
Tammy Stout
Greater Augusta
Tipoff
Riverview Athletic Complex
Augusta
Rick Meyer
North Augusta
Senate panel votes to stop desk purchase in time to fold
Sen Verne Smith voted to buy the desks but he urged ending the fight over furniture. Kelly warned delaying a final decision could push the Senate out of the Statehouse until 1999. New desks could take up to six months to build for M. Craig & Co. and refurbishing seven year old desks might delay work until after the 1998 session or leave the Senate without desks next year.
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Verne Smith
D-Greer
M. Craig & Co
Aiken selected for Prest Painted Places in America award
Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute evaluates 300 applications to honor Aiken for town renovation through thoughtful paint choices. Chamber director notes 40 pound package with photos and a photograph album. Officials cite landscaping and Streetscape efforts as key to enhancing historic buildings’ character and downtown sparkle.
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Rwi
Rohm and Haas Company
Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute
Debbie Zimmer
Murff
Mike Holland
America
PQI
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