United Way campaign tops $2.97 million in 2014 total
The United Way of Aiken County announced a 2014 fundraising total of 2 978 653 at its awards ceremony, surpassing the goal of 2 611 450 and up from 2013’s 2 938 009. Barbara Smoak was named the 2014 Russell A Foret Volunteer of the Year amid praise for local generosity and 35 partner agencies.
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United Way of Aiken names 2013 Volunteer of the Year
The 2013 awards night honored Stephanie Franklin as Volunteer of the Year for United Way of Aiken County. Franklin praised Smoak for readiness to help, noting her contributions at softball concessions, barbecue events, and judging duties. She also mentioned Smoak's playful Beatle and mermaid costumes.
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Aiken City to interview five manager semifinalists Saturday
Aiken City Council will interview five semifinalists for the city manager position, with interviews set from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Municipal Building. Slavin Management Consultants and City Attorney Gary Smith will observe. a public executive session will precede interviews.
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Senators Critical of MOX Costs at Hearing
Senators voiced concern over MOX project costs during a Senate hearing, citing budget overruns and questions about value for taxpayers. Officials from the energy department defended the program, outlining cost controls and potential savings over time.
Area Deaths Maggie Mays Warrenville Richard Daughenbaugh
Area deaths list includes Maggie Mays of Warrenville Richard Daughenbaugh of Aiken and William Thomas Charles of North Augusta with funeral notices appearing on page 6A Deaths and Funerals brief chronological notices and local obituaries
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Aiken
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Rain Possibly Delays Aiken Trials This Weekend
The National Weather Service forecasts a 50 percent chance of morning rain for the Aiken Trials with an isolated thunderstorm possible. Most precipitation should clear by late afternoon, with a high near 70 degrees. Tonight’s rain chance is 70 percent and Friday is expected to be cooler.
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