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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2007
Page
1
Indie Sundays action at the Champ Boat Grand Prix of Augusta wrapped up a week ahead of powerboat racing. Fans witnessed a final river confrontation as the event concluded.
South Carolina forest officials and federal agencies including the U.S. Forest Service and the Clemson University extension system are teaming to eradicate cogongrass, a Japanese weed first found in 1919 and now in seven counties. The invasive plant grows 2 to 6 feet tall, fuels fires, and spreads rapidly after burns. locals are urged to report sightings to the Clemson Extension office at 864 646 2130.
Washington describes a looming cash crunch for the government trust fund that finances highways and bridges as Congress debates increasing the federal gas tax after 14 years. lawmakers face calls for fuel-efficient cars and new road funding sources like tolls and consumption taxes to curb congestion and maintain construction.
About five churches form the Aiken Community Outreach Ministry to help releasees reintegrate after prison. State estimates say over 12 000 inmates will be released this year with a third likely to return within three years without support. Crown Christian Center leader France Bush cites ongoing stigma and the group aims to bridge the gap and assist readjustment.
Carol Ryder, an RISD alum who moved to Aiken in 1955, has covered the First Presbyterian Church sanctuary with brightly colored biblical and worship-themed panels. Her wintery Narnia inspired works began two years ago, tying to the 2005 Chronicles of Narnia release.
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