State seeks funding match for ice storm costs in Aiken area
In 2014 federal declaration prompted Haley to request about 16 million in nonrecurring funds and 153000 for public safety to cover recovery and emergency costs across 22 counties including Aiken. County spent about 33.2 million on debris removal and recovery with FEMA reimbursements totaling nearly 22 million. remaining outlay about 6.1 million. lawmakers debated state match and funding as budget writers considered offsetting ice storm costs.
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Demonstrative to Enter Aiken Thoroughbred Hall of Fame
Demonstrative will be inducted into the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame on March 15 at 2 p.m., becoming the Hall of Fame’s 40th member. Owner Ohrstrom notes the horse’s easy temperament and recalls past races including a second in the Aiken Spring Steeplechase and three Grade I victories in last season’s championship.
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Demonstrative gelding tops money list with flat and jumps plans
Demonstrative ranked first among steeplechasers on the 2014 money-winning list with earnings of 362 500. The bay gelding has captured 12 of 39 career races while earning 835 074 during six seasons over jumps and on the flat in this country and England. Dede Biles is a general assignment reporter for the Aiken Standard.
Youth program aims to curb delinquency with skills and service
The initiative teaches recognizing signs and causes of delinquency, resume and interview prep, and involves parents to raise awareness. It promotes youth camaraderie through sports like football and community service such as Adopt-A-Highway to foster a positive world view and stronger bonds.
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Yoga II Offered at H Odell Weeks Center
Yoga II will be offered at H Odell Weeks Activities Center from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Fridays in rooms 6 and 7. The center at 1700 Whiskey Road charges 41 dollars for 10 resident tickets and 66 dollars for 10 non resident tickets. For more information call 803-642-7631.
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