Haley urges halt or reroute of plutonium shipments to SRS
Gov. Nikki Haley pressed the federal government to stop or divert Japanese plutonium shipments bound for the Savannah River Site. Reports say 331 kilograms of weapons grade plutonium would reach Charleston before moving 120 miles to SRS near Aiken, risking South Carolina.
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Attacks near Brussels hit home for local residents
Aiken County resident David Lobb, president of the South Carolina Council of Chapters with the Military Officers Association of America, recalls Brussels memories after a coordinated terrorist attack near the EU headquarters. Patricia Lobb worked in Brussels during the event linking global leadership to the nation’s fate.
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Area Deaths Sydney Kathleen Highberger
Obituary notice for Sydney Kathleen Highberger reported by Anderson Deaths and Funerals in the 6A section detailing a local death and funeral arrangements.
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Weather: Partly Cloudy With Warm Five Day Outlook
The forecast calls for partly cloudy sky with highs around 79 and lows near 59. Five day outlook shows mild temps with light winds and no significant rain expected.
Foster named president of Savannah River Remediation
AECOM announced Tom Foster will become president and project manager of Savannah River Remediation effective May 16. Foster, a 35 year veteran of the nuclear weapons complex, holds a chemistry degree from Florida State University and has led safe nuclear operations for DOE EM and the NNSA. He previously worked with UK Nuclear Decommissioning Authority programs.
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Men Dress to Impress at Spring Steeplechase
The 50th Aiken Spring Steeplechase kicks off Saturday with a social crowd dressing to impress. Kraig Holdman of Lionel Smith Ltd. Gentlemen's Clothiers says fashion is bold and confident, noting no limits for Steeplechase attire.
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Lionel Smith Ltd
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