21 May 2008
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2008
Page
1
A large animal attacked a Year old boy hiking with family on a popular New Mexico trail, causing serious puncture wounds to the head neck and back. Authorities described the injuries as severe and said the incident is under investigation. Video coverage is available at the linked site.
A 16 year old Maine legislator battles a cane brain tumor while a Tuesday doubleheader pits the Maine team against the New York Mets. Doctors warn time is limited as the public follows the challenge.
A single vehicle crash on U S Highway 1 in North Augusta claimed the life of 35 year old Dana M Morris of Warrenville. She was alone in a 1992 Honda Accord when she veered off the roadway into the median around 1 13 p m. Authorities say there is suspicion she may have been using a cell phone near the time of the crash. The body was pronounced at the scene by Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton.CRASH page 108.
Area average price for a gallon of gasoline stands at 3.613 dollars, up from 3.592 last week and 3.370 a month ago. Compared with six months ago prices rose from 2.924, while a year ago it was 2.952.
Gas reaches record highs across the nation as oil tops near 130 a barrel and regular gas averages about 3.80 a gallon. Diesel hits 4.54 a gallon while analysts warn prices may keep rising amid supply worries, global demand, and a weaker dollar.
The City of Aiken weighs a public smoking ban after a community meeting. Residents split on restrictions with critics calling the proposal "baloney" while supporters cite health studies including National Cancer Institute findings on secondhand smoke. The draft mirrors Greenville and county rules, with enforcement via the City Manager and outdoor sports arenas remaining smoke friendly.
DHEC allows pet friendly outdoor dining in Aiken only in designated areas and with strict limits. Restaurants face a 90 point minimum, 10 day corrections for violations, and possible closure if a C grade is issued.
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