Program boosts school supplies for kids in Aiken County
Sandra Chambers joined the Stuff the Bus drive by United Way of Aiken County at Walmart stores in Aiken and North Augusta. The annual effort gathers paper, pencils, crayons and notebooks for distribution to Aiken County Public Schools to aid low income families next month. Candace Moyer notes broad need and community support, while Bridget Sanito coordinates the volunteer effort with Walmart locations assisting with tents and buses.
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United Way volunteers collect school supplies for Ai ken area students
Walmart staff joined United Way volunteers to gather donated school supplies for Ai ken Middle School pupils. Pamela Frazier said the effort highlights small items making a big difference. Alyssa and Abby, eighth graders, enjoyed their first volunteer experience and hope to participate again. Supplies will be sorted at Ai ken Electric Cooperative on Aug. 14 before school starts Aug. 20.
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Lottery impact and concerns in Aiken County and South Carolina
Aiken County shows $41 million in lottery sales over the past two fiscal years with $18 million in total claims and a recent $250,000 Mega Millions win. Experts note rising scratch-off play, limited treatment access, and potential online expansion as Georgia moves toward online bets. Gambling officials warn about financial and family problems and urge help via DOADAS. Chris Walsh reports for the Aiken Standard.
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Severe Thunderstorms Forecast from NYC to Florida Panhandle
Weather service warns of severe thunderstorms from New York City to the Florida panhandle with 2.30 percent rain chance over the next three days. Expect afternoon development with potential damaging winds and hail up to 3/4 inch. Pressures remain warm and humid, outdoors risk spikes in afternoon storms.
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Nuclear program sparks interest in radiation protection career
A region needs about 10,000 new workers for expanded nuclear projects. Clar ence Butler JI, an Aiken High graduate, says the NWS program appeals to students aiming to join the field. Students praise the hands on hazmat experience and the promise of training that leads to college transfer and job prospects as many retire in the next decade.
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Eventing dressage begins. U S riders show varied results
Barbotiere Syndicate's Otis Barbotiere led early dressage, tied for 13th with a 0.70 score. Tiana Coudray placed 18th on Ringwood Magister, while Michele Mueller on Amistad and Peter Barry on Kilrodan Abbott stood 25th and 32nd. Karen O Connor, 54, scored 48.20 on Mr Medicott in ninth. Will Coleman, Phillip Dutton set dressage times for Saturday's next phase as the event advances to cross country Monday and stadium Tuesday.
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