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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 2006
Page
1
Fossils from the north indicate a small dinosaur about one third the size of its closest relatives yet still around 20 feet long. The fragmentary read hints at a creature from ancient times and prompts curiosity about its biology and habitat.
A Tuesday 6 a.m. visit to a Habitat for Humanity Home Builders Blitz site in Warrenville reveals a 1,200 square foot house rising from a concrete foundation. Volunteers, including builders and subcontractors, work on drywall and vinyl siding as Bob Stowell of the Home Builders Association of Aiken County notes the typical Habitat process and planning in action. The project aims for a Friday homeowner handoff.
Gov. Mark Sanford said the South Carolina General Assembly avoided presenting a clear picture of its actions before the June 13 primaries. He urged lawmakers to deliver the budget early for veto discussions before final adjournment.
Avondale Mills agrees to sell three spinning plants to Parkdale Mills for 28 million dollars, including the Townsend Division in Graniteville. The deal aims to save about 200 jobs, with 18 plants to close companywide and 4,000 total job losses, 2,000 in Graniteville.
South Carolina House District 81 sees incumbent Rep. Robert Perry challenged by Walter Lamb. The race centers on education, the state budget, and jobs as each candidate pledges stronger local control, better schools, and targeted economic growth in Aiken County.
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