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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 2005
Page
1
Severe thunderstorms in the Aiken area on Tuesday disrupted the Aiken Standard telephone line. The main phone line failed, causing busy signals for callers in the early evening. Service was restored by late evening, and the newspaper regrets the inconvenience.
Authorities suspect arson after a fire at Rainbow Terrace Motel on Tuesday. The incident prompted investigations as officials review possible motives and witnesses in the lodging facility.
A local feature spotlights Lola Sanders from Ridge Spring as readers discuss "The Purpose Driven Life" beside notes on AREA DEATHS. Andrea S. Reeves is listed among Melbourne Beach, Florida, obituaries.
A line of thunderstorms hit Aiken County on Tuesday, knocking out power and causing widespread phone outages. The intersection of Laurens Street and Park Avenue lost a traffic signal around 3 p.m. as lighter rainfall and lightning moved through. Weather officials described a stationary front bringing hot summer conditions, with isolated light rain totals and highs in the mid 80s.
City Council will review the issue of commercial motor tours through Aiken's horse and historic districts next week and may vote on the first reading of an ordinance to regulate them.
Community activist Dacre Stoker says Mayor Fred Cav anaugh and City Manager Roger LeDuc plan a council schedule restricting tours to 1.59 on average per week with an annual cap of 83. Tours would vary month to month to reflect seasonal demand. Tour details noted for page 14A.
A raccoon found on Henry Street in Aiken was confirmed rabid after DHEC and Animal Control captured and euthanized it and sent brain tissue to the state lab. The incident underscores local rabies risk with 2004 counts showing Aiken County had two positives among nine tested and 165 bite investigations since the year began.
The Aiken County Council in a budget work session examines budget adjustments while approving a third reading to amend several chapters of county ordinances to clarify vested rights for developments. A unanimous vote supported expanding a C D Landfill at 581 See budget page 14A.
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