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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 2004
Page
2
A reader asks when Aiken County will remove litter on Lanier Road in Beech Island after a long delay. The letter also questions the potential loss of the Girl Scouts hut and urges local residents to donate to preserve the historic meeting place for area girls.
Rick Osbon announces he will not seek re election to the Aiken County Council from District 7 next fall citing family obligations. He plans to focus on family business and may pursue future elected office or a civic role. Local officials praise his tenure and anticipate a capable successor.
The Garden Club of Aiken held its 80th anniversary at Rose Hill where Eva Mueller and her son Stephen restored the Greenville Street home. Members toured the residence gardens and historic outbuildings sharing memories from the club since 1924. Mary Barnett and Andrea Johnson recalled early days and enduring camaraderie among members and new arrivals from Washington DC.
Bi-Lo is up for sale but a spokesman says local stores in Aiken County will have no fallout. About 360 employees work at four Bi-Lo stores in Aiken County. The sale is part of Ahold's three year recovery plan, with Bruno's and other assets also up for sale.
Sue Mulvey and Nancy Synge describe joining the Aiken Newcomer's Club helping them adapt after moving from New Jersey. The club, with about 400 members, meets the second Tuesday each month at 10:30 a.m. at Houndslake Country Club to socialize and raise money for local charities. Marla Kossathy Scherer of Southern Comfort staged a fashion show at the recent meeting. Contact John Moore for details.
Police warn Aiken seniors about confidence crimes where elderly women are approached in parking lots and at shops. Incidents include two men posing as officers and another suspect stealing purses after a drive. no injuries reported but finances harmed. Residents are urged to shop with friends and notify police if approached.
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