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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 2008
Page
1
A federal inquiry centers on a businessman who attempted to exchange over five million dollars in decaying bills for a cashier's check. The case highlights ongoing investigations into illicit cash handling.
Martin Salazar, convicted of lying to obtain federal retirement benefits, is supported in his appeal by eight independent government and accountability focused groups. The groups argue for due process and broader oversight in the case.
In a regional update fans and readers note strong satisfaction with national direction and family life amid economic optimism. A survey references 82 percent approval of family life in 2002 and 2008, with 70 percent backing free markets and 28 percent disagreeing. The piece mentions China’s one child policy and local names such as Margaret McNeil and Velma Dixon Moody in community notices.
Police say two unprovoked random armed assaults in Aiken over the weekend are connected. At 11:15 p.m. on Vincent Avenue a man was held at gunpoint by three masked gunmen demanding valuables but he had none. One fired a shot as he fled. About 12:45 a.m. four black men approached another target.
Joyce Hardy recovering from knee surgery found encouragement at Hitchcock Healthcare during rehab. A Dec 1 birthday fund drive raised donations for therapy services, equipment, and ongoing support. Papa Russ’s BBQ hosted proceeds benefiting Hitchcock, with staff aiding service and Rotary Club visibility. family event followed by birth of twins Grant and Adelyn.
A Graniteville incorporation debate sees dozens of political yard signs, but one large red and white banner on Trolley Line Road vanishes overnight. Bill Jones, 71, who posted the sign with his wife’s payment, fears tax increases and loss of property rights. he filed a sheriff report.
After more than a decade the M and O contract at the Savannah River Site will switch Friday to Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC. SRNS takes over the DOE facility with major leadership changes felt in the community though pay and benefits remain the same.
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