Beasley Defeated Over Confederate Flag Issue in South Carolina
Readers weigh in as Beasley loses in races tied to Confederate flag controversy. The letter argues flag defenders sway GOP voters in 1996 1998 2002 and 2004 races including Hodges and Beasley. It urges ongoing removal and questions civic tribute in Aiken with a Talkback hotline.
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South Carolina
State House
Hodges
U.S. Senate
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Aiken
Delta Sigma Theta hosts Voter Registration Shoot Off at USC Aiken
The Aiken Alumni Chapter held a basketball tournament to encourage registration to vote. Eight teams competed in a single elimination event with volunteers from USC players refereeing and prizes donated by local sponsors. The effort aims to recruit voters, then provide voting information and transportation to polls.
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Aiken
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
Student Activities Center
USC Aiken
Courtney Clyburn
USC
Columbia
Jackson Fire Department hosts Carolina Beach Blast fundraiser
The Jackson Fire Department presented the Carolina Beach Blast at Carolina Dragway to raise money for a new fire truck. Local officials said the town lacks a newer vehicle, with the last new truck bought in 1972 and the current ’89 model aging. The event featured Shag Time, The Original Tams, and The Swingin Medallions, plus food and drinks, with all proceeds supporting the Jackson Fire Department.
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Jackson
Carolina Beach
Jackson Fire Department
Carolina Dragway
Dean Legge
Todd Etheredge
Lynn Sullivan
Parks and Recreation
Sullivan
Harvey Tollison
Fire Department
First Alert
Lynn
Legge
Miles
Sce&g
Aiken County Council
Scott Singer
G-Force Cable
Southern Siding
SRP Federal Credit Union
Contractor South
AB Beverage
Singer
Erin Brooks
Ebrooks
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Heatstroke danger in parked cars urged to prevent child deaths
Aiken County SAFE KIDS and Tri-Development Center warn of deadly heat in unattended vehicles. They urge immediate action by bystanders if a child is left inside a hot car, note laws and penalties, and provide contact numbers for more information.
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Aiken County
Tri-Development Center
Safe Kids
Tri-Development
Jones Bowen
Bowen
Melissa Tyler
Department
David Turno
Karen Daily
Kdaily
Aikenstandard
Child safety tips from SAFE KIDS and Tri-Development Center
To prevent fatalities, SAFE KIDS and Tri Development Center urge never leaving a child unattended in a car even with a window open. Lock vehicles at home and keep keys away from kids. Teach children not to play around cars and seek help by calling emergency services if a child is alone in a vehicle. In OnStar equipped cars, push the red emergency button to connect with an advisor who will alert authorities.
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Aiken
Tri-Development Center
Aiken County
OnStar
Expo Highlights Powerful Toys and Items at Aiken Mall
The 2004 SuperToys Expo at the Aiken Mall featured RVs motorcycles high definition TVs and electrostatic speakers drawing crowds. Vendors including The Need for Speed Shop BatteriesPlus and Carolina Aviation showcased products while a 24 foot climbing wall and a charity cruise in drew attendees. The event organized by Christopher Rieke of Fast Lane Entertainment spurred strong vendor interest and local business exposure.
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Aiken Mall
Brillo Nalley
Need For Speed Shop
Whiskey Road
Nalcy
Darryl Mills
Ultimate Hobbies
North Augusta
Mills
Chris Boyer
Whav Inc
Silver Bluff Road
Boyer
BatteriesPlus
Norm McGahan
Walton Way
Augusta
Carolina Aviation
Home Depot
John Deere
Goodman Chevrolet-Coachman
Goodman Chevrolet Coachman
U.S. Army
Aiken Horsepower Association
Christy Parker
Silver Bluff High School
Shirley Ford
Dickie New
New
Christopher Rieke
Fast Lane Entertainment
Rieke
John Moore
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