Great American Lobster Race canceled for year steps back 2016 return
Todd Stilp, co founder, announces in a press release that the annual Great American Lobster Race will not take place in 2015. The Kentucky Derby style event will resume on Saturday May 7, 2016, aligning with Kentucky Derby weekend, with plans to return bigger and better.
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Aiken Electric Cooperative Run United Race Day Planned
The Run United event features a half marathon 5K and Kaid’s Fun Run on April 25 along Newberry Street. Check-in starts 6:30 a.m. with races from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Registration is $65 for the half, $30 for the 5K, $15 for the fun run. Pre-packet pickup is 5 to 9 p.m. at Academy Sports 321 Fabian Drive. Prizes include $500 overall for male and female winners plus $100 and $50 in additional prizes. Sign up at active.com.
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Schofield Scholarship Fund Seeks Applicants
Applications for the Schofield Scholarship Fund are now being accepted. Any African American student in good academic standing with a close family member who attended or is employed at Schofield may apply. Request an application from a high school guidance counselor or attorney George A. Anderson, 302 Park Ave SE. Deadline is March 15.
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Camera Center Offers Digital 101 Class in March
Chris' Camera Center at 150 Laurens St. S.W. will host a Digital 101 class from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday March 17. The fee is 39 dollars. Call 803-641-0501 or visit chriscamera.com for more information.
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SRR Accepting STAR Education Grant Applications
Savannah River Remediation invites public elementary school teachers in Aiken Allendale Bamberg Barnwell Edgefield and Orangeburg counties to apply for STAR grants. Grants fund science math and technology instruction kits to boost hands on learning through manipulatives and problem solving. Applications due Thursday March 19. For information contact Maddie Blair at 803-208-2634 or visit stremediation.com.
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Todd Stilp vows return after missing event
Todd Stilp, co founder of the Great American Lobster Race, says he feels real bad about missing the event but would rather skip it than do something halfway and promises to come back stronger next year.
Local government reporter Maayan Schechter details Aiken coverage
The text directs readers to comment on www.aikenstandard.com and contact the Opinions editor at Aiken Standard with mailing and email details. It identifies Maayan Schechter as the local government reporter and notes her social media handle on Twitter.
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Davis brings safety message to kids across states
Arkansas based Davis tours in South Carolina as a performer who highlights toy and gadget safety for children. He warns about hazards from thin items in electrical outlets and urges parental help for connections. Teachers praise his stage presence and practical lessons. Senior writer Rob Novit reports from Aiken.
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Polo pavilion project earns Whitney Trustees Leadership Award
Corey recounts plans to cluster six pavilions for the Aiken Polo Club with Lawn Master designing a 134 by 25 foot cedar structure featuring an announcer’s stand. Groundbreaking occurred last June and completion in July boosted fall attendance. The pavilion cost about 160000 dollars. City funds and a 40000 per year for three years accommodation tax aid plus commemorative bricks fund further upgrades.
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