Reader Talkback Debuts at Aiken Standard on July 17
The Aiken Standard announces Talkback, a new reader feedback feature starting July 17. Call the hotline at 803 648 2508 or email editorial aikenstandard com to share comments, cheers, or jeers. Names are not required and comments may be edited for space.
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Suspects Back ATM Theft at Huntsman Shell
Two suspects crashed a light colored SUV into Huntsman Shell at 1830 Huntsman Drive before stealing an ATM machine. The robbers fled as the front doors were pushed in causing about 4000 in damages. A hat and tail light fragments were left behind. Call Aiken Public Safety at 642-740 with tips.
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Leadership applications extended for Aiken County class of 2002
Applications for Leadership Aiken County are due July 22. Co ordinator John Mead notes forms are available at the Aiken and North Augusta Chambers of Commerce Midland Valley Chamber and People’s Financial Services. The program, sponsored by three chambers, aims to identify develop and motivate new local leaders. It includes a three day overnight retreat at Camp Gravatt from October 6 to 8 and monthly meetings for nine months.
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Aiken Chamber of Commerce
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Woman Sentenced For Leaving Infant In Hot Car In Augusta
North Augusta resident Heidi Dodd received six days in jail a fine community service and about 12 months probation Friday for leaving her infant daughter in a minivan in a hot Augusta parking lot on June 4. The baby was unharmed after being retrieved by bystanders and sheltered in an air conditioned store.
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Kids in College explores the Great Outdoors at USC Aiken
In a Ruth Patrick Science Center program, USC Aiken's Kids in College guides second to seventh graders through outdoor activities. Instructor Jennie Busbee shares cricket roots and passion for critters as students study scents, insects, and ant behavior while exploring nature.
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USC Aiken
Busbee
Byrd Elementary
Barton Ball Distributors
Ruth Patrick Science Center
USCA
Office of Continuing Education
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Aiken Prep
St. Mary Help of Christians
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Perry Lands $500,000 Water Grant For Perry
A federal grant of 500000 dollars is headed to Perry to fund two new wells after a health agency cited radium concerns. Department spokesman Helen Munnerlyn said 716 residents will benefit, with 64 percent in low and moderate income levels, as part of a broader state effort distributing over 27 million this year to towns and counties.
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S.C. Dept. of Commerce
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Helen Munnerlyn
Trenton
Airport
Tanks Street
Jim Hodges
South Carolina
New Ellenton to host three on three event to save pool
Weekend schedule highlights a three on three NBA style tournament in New Ellenton to raise funds for Graniteville pool and playground improvements. Will Avery was set to officiate but cannot attend due to miscommunication. Main park events run 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. with a celebrity softball tourney at 10 a.m. and a gospel festival at Graniteville pool 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Proceeds target pool repairs and a new facility with multiple vendors and activities planned.
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NBA Minnesota Timberwolves
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