Fourth-grader wins national essay contest for Valley Forge patriotism
Devorah Swearingen, a fourth grade student at Aiken Elementary School, won the national essay contest sponsored by the Society of the Descendants of Washington's Army at Valley Forge. Duncan Ely presented her with a merit certificate, medal, and 200 prize.
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Croops
Valley Forge
Deborah
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Devorah Swearingen
Aiken
Society of the Descendants of Washington's Army
Duncan Ely
Greenville
S.C. Brigade
Teen pianist Rebekah Giddings showcases talent and teaching
Seventeen year old Rebekah Giddings, youngest of three, completed two years of homeschooling with a recital at Grace Brethren Church. She studies piano with Jones at Augusta State University and plans a year off to work and teach while pursuing college, staying devoted to music and faith.
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Rebekah
Mark
Sharon Giddings
Grace Brethren Church
Harriet Hussey
Kay Park
Martin David Jones
Jones
Augusta State University
Ater
Menns
Sarah
Daniel
Fermata Club
Turkey
Arizona
Kathy Retcoats
Etcoats
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Hurricanes and shelters in Aiken County discuss storm rules
The article explains tropical storms and hurricanes with wind definitions and notes that tornadoes can be spawned by coastal hurricanes. It cites Aiken County officials on shelter readiness, past storms like Hugo in 1989 and Floyd in 1999, evacuation routes, and the governor's declaration triggering a mandatory shelter at South Aiken High School.
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National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration
Aiken County
Paul Matthews
Matthews
Hugo
Aiken
Floyd
Ruth
South ‘Aiken High School
Emergency kit checklist for hurricane readiness
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division advises having water two quarts per person per day first aid kit medications cash and a car with fuel on hand. Include a flashlight with extra batteries a battery operated radio non electric can opener baby supplies fire extinguisher games and books and fill the bathtub with sanitation water.
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S.C. Emergency Management Division
Shelter guidance on pet policy and animal safety
Matthews explains that pets cannot be taken to shelters except service animals. Ruth notes animal safety as a department focus and says animal control cooperation helps secure vet care at low or no cost when needed. Contact Karen Daily at daily aikenstartard com.
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Matthews
Ruth
Karen
Aikenstartard
Beech Island Heritage Day attracts festival crowds and honors History Day winners
Beech Island festival supporters hope for at least 2000 attendees as Region 3 celebrates National Heritage Corridor activities. Silver Bluff High School students win top History Day honors for Rights and Responsibilities, Euphemisms and Child Labor exhibits.
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Bartley
Beech Island
Beech Island Historical Society
Tled
Aiken Area
Aiken
Granville Cultural Center
Sandy NeSmith
Snesmith
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