Preacher Jim Bennett Launches Themed Hot Sauces
Retired Methodist minister and former TV host Jim Bennett markets his hot sauce line at the Aiken County Farmers Market. Flavors range from peaches Vidalia onion to aged gourmet with bolder options Lake of Fire and Good & Evil. Bennett turned peppers into a business after needing a use for excess peppers.
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Aiken County
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Palmetto Parkway funding moves forward with federal support
Rep Gresham Barrett announced that the House Transportation Subcommittee approved four million dollars for the second phase of the Palmetto Parkway extending Interstate 520 into North Augusta. The plan would run through North Augusta to Interstate 20 with additional funding possible in later years. Barrett noted the need for full House and Senate approval and said he would seek Senate support with Sen Lindsey Graham.
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Aiken Standard
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House
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Lindsey Graham
Peach Jam Invitational boosts North Augusta merchants
The Nike sponsored Peach Jam Invitational generated an estimated 2.9 million dollars in economic impact for North Augusta and CSRA merchants. Bob Brooks notes the event showcases the city and boosts local pride while shifting the venue’s traditional Augusta association to South Carolina.
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North Augusta
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How old is too old to drive debate grows
A Santa Monica crash involving an 86 year old driver killing 10 and injuring many highlights the push to test or restrict older drivers. Advocates note seniors are safer than teens until 75, while others urge confirmations of capability through tests and renewals. In 2001, 16 percent were 65 plus. by 2030, about 25 percent.
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Charges Possible in Fatal Gaffney Crash
The South Carolina Highway Patrol may seek charges after a two car crash late Saturday near Whiskey and Powderhouse roads in Gaffney. Edith Bishop, 65, a passenger in Ruth Thompson’s 70 year old Lincoln Town Car, died. A 16 year old female driver of a van and a teenage driver were among those injured.
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Highway Patrol
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Morgan
Whiskey and
Powderhouse Roads
Bishop
Ruth Thompson
Lincoln
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