Readers share thoughts on Kroger Starbucks and Terri Schiavo
A reader comments on Kroger bringing a Starbucks to Aiken and voices support for Terri Schiavo's case, arguing against feeding-tube reinsertion and urging respect for parental wishes. The letter also notes sports section layout and asks for reader feedback via Talkback hotline.
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Speed limits reduced on dirt streets in Aiken
The City of Aiken lowered dirt street speeds Monday night to improve safety and road upkeep. The ordinance removes step downs and sets limits at 15 mph on Mead Magnolia Grace Sumter and Marion Avenues while Two Notch Road stays at 25 mph. Council members Price Sprawls Canning Vaughters and Mayor Cavanaugh voted in favor.
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SRS workers honored for heroism after Graniteville train disaster
In January 2005 a chemical train derailed in Graniteville. Bill Elliott Kevin Faircloth and Dwain Smith were recognized at a SRS appreciation luncheon for rescuing Avondale Mills employee Mark Broome and aiding victims. More than 50 responders were honored while nine fatalities were remembered.
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Bill Elliott
Kevin Faircloth
Dwain Smith
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Faircloth
Smith
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Sunshine campaign reads to open SRS talks with public
Environmentalists from Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League demand a public sunshine process for the Savannah River Site cleanup. At a North Augusta press conference they urge public hearings, Georgia participation, and transparent oversight of waste tank closures and monitoring.
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Savannah River Site
SRS
Zeller
CAB
BREDL
Charles Utley
Augusta
Savannah
Utley
Bobbie Paul
Atlanta Wand
Women’s Action For
New Directions
Glenn Carroll
GANE
Paul
Carroll
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Aiken Middle School plotters to remain in DJJ detention
A 12 year old girl charged with criminal conspiracy to stab a teacher at Aiken Middle School will stay at the Department of Juvenile Justice Detention Center for at least 10 more days. A family court judge ruled detention indefinite due to the violent nature of the alleged crime. The 13 year old male co defendant will also remain in DJJ detention indefinitely. The case includes details from police incident reports and statements from school officials and officers.
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Serena McCann
Aiken Besa
Penny Lowe
Lowe
Aiken Middle
Amanda Whittle
McDaniel
R. Wright Turbeville
DJJ
Aiken Public Safety
Capt
Wendell Hall
Hall
Erin Brooks
Ebrooks
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