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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 2008
Page
1
Three students were disciplined after allegedly lacing a cake with laxatives and serving it to a teacher. The incident led to suspensions. two others were allowed to attend graduation ceremonies.
The Centers for Disease Control reports lower death rates from influenza and pneumonia nationwide and locally at Aiken Regional Medical Centers as part of the improving trend. The piece mentions a downtown beach event in Aiken and a political note about Barack Obama declining public campaign funds.
Aiken County officials say a yet unnamed company referred by the South Carolina Department of Commerce was not attracted by proposed tax incentives. County Council had approved first reading in a closed session. Florence County meanwhile approved incentives for a project linked to the same venture, projected to invest 28 million dollars and create 750 jobs, with a name release anticipated before third reading.
Christie's announced a sale of James Brown personal effects next month with over 320 items from his Beech Stand home. Highlights include performance jumpsuits and his Rock Hall of Fame induction lyrics, with some pieces dating to the 1970s. Estimated total sale around 1 million dollars, in New York on July 17.
The South Carolina DJJ Juveniles Experiencing Excellence Program engages 16 year old Paul Glover and 15 other students in an intensive summer session. Each student earns an 80 hour internship paid at 5.85 per hour and gains resume writing and interview skills. The program aims to reduce risk behaviors by connecting teens with work and guidance through weekly classes and guest speakers including a North Augusta Public Safety officer.
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