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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 2007
Page
1
A short video warns of the risks of handling fireworks as the Fourth of July approaches. It highlights common hazards and urges viewers to follow safety guidance to prevent injuries during holiday festivities.
The Aiken Al-stars battled in Gregg Park to extend the nine year Dixie Youth A Star tournament. Gregg Park rallied with three runs in the fourth, pulled ahead 10-7 in the fifth, and held on for the win as the effort continued.
Fragmentary text mentions Thomas Douglas and William Albert Jones with abbreviations WA and Salley, unclear context or event, no identifiable date or location.
Gov Mark Sanford vetoed 250000 for an African American Center for Culture and Heritage in Aiken stalling the project until more funds are raised. Aiken Corporation chair Wade Brodie said interior work needs about 450000 more while exterior is funded. Other vetoes included 165000 for a Brownfield project and 1.2 million in matching funds for STAR Academy.
Apple introduces the iPhone with a touch sensitive screen a 2 megapixel camera and wide screen iPod features. AT&T says service plans start at 59.99 and thousands queue for the sale tomorrow as the device aims to change wireless as consumers await its arrival.
AT&T announces a new combined cell phone media player and wireless web device. Pricing starts at 499 with 4 GB storage and 599 for 8 GB. The device features a touch sensitive screen and a strong battery. High resolution 20 megapixel camera mentioned.
Aiken County Council approves an additional 4.45 million dollars raising the FY 2007 08 budget to about 114 million across all funds. Councilwoman Kathy Rawls says tax increases are not ideal but necessary to fund priorities as Sheriff Office plans include 36 new vehicles and 16 new positions with related equipment.
Capt. Gerald Taylor attended seven of the nine funeral services for Charleston firefighters killed in the fiery disaster. The veteran public safety officer, with over 25 years in service, hoped to attend all nine but was limited by Indiana and prior burials. Taylor learned of the June blaze while teaching at the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy in Columbia.
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