Teacher Thomas pleads guilty to lewd acts with minor
Thomas faced multiple counts after an investigation into inappropriate behavior. Represented by counsel, he pleaded guilty before Judge Thomas Cooper Jr. The court imposed 15 year terms for lewd acts with a minor and five years for sexual assault with intent to commit criminal sexual conduct, to be served consecutively, plus enrollment in a behavioral treatment program.
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Nelson creates animal sculptures inspired by racing scene
Artist Nelson links pieces in her Reddy Fox series to a dramatic day at the Aiken Training Track. She recalls watching exercise riders and yearlings when a horse attempted to bite its neighbor, inspiring the works Savager and Watch Out as well as On the Run featuring a fox fleeing hunters.
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Aiken
Watch Out sculpture tribute to famous rider at Hopelands Gardens
Observant horse race enthusiasts note a tribute in the sculpture Watch Out modeled after Jean- Pierre LaFourchault, an exercise rider for Mackenzie Miller who trained Sea Hero the 1983 Kentucky Derby winner. The exhibit also features a painting by Larry Wheeler. Nelson’s work is on display at Hopelands Gardens for viewing and purchase from 25 pm Tuesday through Sunday until April 7.
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PACT prep ramps up with tutoring and incentives
NEMS principal Sheneque Jackson says before and after school tutoring and parent materials support students with identified needs. Gloverville Elementary and Hammond Hill Elementary principals cite daily practice and state standard alignment as key to readying pupils for the PACT. Dr Frank Roberson commends teachers and principals for their work and expresses confidence in student performance under the new test administration.
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NEMS
Dwight Smith
Gloverville Elementary
Rose Marshall
Hammond Hill Elementary
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Been There Texas Helps Women Spot Abuser Signs
Dear Abby story recounts a woman freed from a controlling husband after 13 years. Helen from church sparked awareness of isolation and abuse and a list of warning signs includes jealousy, control, isolation, verbal abuse, mood swings, and threats of violence.
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