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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 2005
Page
2
The City of Aiken reports its drinking water met EPA standards in 2004 tests. The large system from Shaws Creek and Pine Log roads showed 12 contaminants at low levels, while smaller lines and wells remained free of violations.
Aiken County Council advances toward finalizing next year’s budget with a June 21 third reading. Officials cite funding needs across departments including coroner services, sheriff operations, and Aiken Technical College, amid proposed cuts and revenue options. An additional work session may occur June 20.
A 15 year old Schofield Middle School student detained since April faces a disposition hearing in family court to determine sentence after pleading guilty to threatening a public official. DJJ psychiatric evaluation and counsel recommendations influence possible probation or detention outcomes.
The Center for African American History hosts a Juneteenth Worship Service at Friendship Baptist Church with old hymns and reflections on emancipation. Community attendees wear period clothing and students present essays and poems as part of the observance.
The Midland Valley Chamber of Commerce via Aiken Electric Cooperative presented an $8,000 donation to the G.V.W. volunteer fire department on a Wednesday afternoon. The funds originated from a $10,000 gift and will be used to buy a laws of life spreader and cutter, with $2,000 remaining to be awarded shortly. The department aided the Graniteville train derailment and chlorine gas spill, earning praise from the community.
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