Saddam Hussein defies U S ultimatum as Iraq braces for invasion
Iraqi officials and the Baghdad streets show a mix of defiance and fear as Saddam Hussein mocks a U S surrender deadline while the Bush administration touts support from 30 nations for a coalition disarming Iraq. In Kuwait, troops ready for combat as a massive invasion force surrounds Iraq, with demonstrations supporting Saddam rising amid panic buying and warnings of genocide.
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Saddam
Mohammed Aldouri
United Nations
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Site team brings large animal rescue to Aiken Steeplechase
An eight member large animal rescue unit from the Aiken Department of Public Safety will operate at the Aiken Steeplechase with a white horse trailer and ambulance response. Led by Animal Control Officer Jeff Wilson, the team formed after Hurricane Floyd in 1999 to handle disasters affecting animals. They assist horses especially during spring and fall racing seasons and have responded twice at the Steeplechase in two years. In events where horses stumble or injure, the unit acts to provide aid and evacuation.
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Aiken Department of Public Safety
Jeff Wilson
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Weather forces parking changes at Aiken Steeplechase
Persistent rain forces changes for the Aiken Spring Steeplechase with the Powderhouse Polo Field off limits for parking due to muddy grounds. Officials note the field previously held up to 1,000 vehicles and pledge tarps for on track incidents while stressing safety and spectator sensitivity.
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Powderhouse
Aiken
Paul Sauerborn
Aiken Polo Club
Sauerborn
Rally Around the Flag Mood Asserts War Unity
Political scientist Dr. Bob Botsch predicts a strong rally around the flag once the United States enters war with Iraq. He notes this mood could persist as long as hostilities advance with reasonable success, unlike the previous war effort lacking a broad coalition.
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Iraq
Bob Botsch
USC Aiken
Botsch
Beech Island shooting claims 21 year old Heath Hamilton
North Augusta authorities search for two men after Heath Hamilton 21 of 192 Boyd Pond Road was shot dead early Tuesday outside Four Seasons Food and Fuel at 211 Cary Drive. Hamilton a Silver Bluff High School graduate lived with his father and was remembered as outspoken and fun loving. He played trumpet in Silver Bluff marching band and enjoyed many trips with friends.
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Aiken County
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Heath Hamilton
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Hamilton
Silver Bluff High School
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Carolyn
Graham
Silver Bluff
Four Seasons Food and Fuel
Cary Drive
Butler targets new sheriff role in Aiken County race
Democratic candidate Donald E. Butler, veteran law enforcement officer with 26 years’ experience, seeks the Aiken County sheriff post after Seller’s resignation. Butler, 52, Navy veteran and first Black City of Aiken fire engineer, emphasizes public safety integration and community support. He launched his campaign after resigning events and aims for the 2004 race.
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Donald E. Butler
Schofield High School
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South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
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