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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 2020
Page
1
South Carolina health officials report 1 291 new cases statewide and 21 in Aiken County in a 24 hour period the highest counts since the pandemic began. Dr Linda Bell warns of sharp rises and a critical point in efforts to control the virus.
As of June 24 Aiken County reports over 300 confirmed coronavirus cases and nine deaths. South Carolina totals reach 27 842 cases and 683 deaths with warnings to maintain masks and distancing. A community COVID 19 clinic tested hundreds last Thursday in collaboration with Aiken Regional Medical Centers and DHEC.
Andrew Hobbs of Thomson Georgia contracted at Bridgestone Americas Graniteville Facility died after a 9 am accident in the warehouse. He was pronounced dead at 1 11 pm at Augusta University Medical Center. An autopsy will be performed in Newberry. The company emphasizes safety and offered condolences to his family and co workers.
Toquetta Christian, hairdresser in downtown Aiken, discusses how recent protests over George Floyd affect her shop and customers. She notes peaceful demonstrations, supportive leadership, and persistent racial barriers that require Black owners to work twice as hard while pondering equality in the community.
The Aiken County School District held a four hour meeting to review a Back to School Task Force plan for reopening amid COVID-19 and to address discipline concerns. Superintendent King Laurence warned August operations will differ from past years.
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