18 Jul 2002
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 2002
Page
1
The Aiken Standard invites entries for the biggest tomato and yellow squash grown in Aiken County this summer. Bring produce to 326 Rutland Drive NW for weighing. prizes: $100 first, $50 second, $25 third in each division. Deadline August 16. Photos may be taken and published of top winners.
Obituary notices for Helen Cumbee Ridge Spring Gilbert Day Aken Patricia Felder Ridge Song Larry Gantt Fidge Spring Stephen Grice Warrenville NiLdackson Aen Albert Mullins Moneta Annie Pope appear in 5A. community obituary section listing names and towns.
Aiken County Parks and Recreation Department opens emergency heat shelters at Odell Weeks and Smith Hazel. Sites operate Mon-Fri 8 am to 9 pm, Sat 10 am to 6 pm, Sun 1 pm to 6 pm. Red Cross tips urge light clothing, hats, and shade during outdoor heat.
Gov. Jim Hodges says drought areas including all of Aiken County may face voluntary and mandatory water restrictions as early as next week. North Augusta officials report CSRA currently has adequate supply from the Savannah River, while central regions face tighter limits. If enacted, notices would define drought response procedures by severity levels.
Smart Growth Aiken claims a win after four of seven Republican primary candidates answered a development survey. Responses were posted on the group's site to inform voters ahead of the July 23 primaries for Districts 2 5 and 6.
Republican incumbent Phil Napier seeks a second term with a record of conservative leadership. Former District 4 rep Eddie Butler, also a Republican, aims to return after 12 years away and argues for hands off governance and growth oriented policy. Both emphasize economic development and the Bobby Jones Expressway extension as key for county growth. Butler says council must ensure the best route for the western growth corridor.
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