Memorial Day observances planned in Aiken and North Augusta
Memorial Day events are set for 11 a.m. with ceremonies in Aiken and North Augusta. In Aiken the James L. Hammons Marine Corps League will host a wreath laying at the Veterans Memorial Park, Richland Avenue, featuring the Aiken High School band and remarks by Aiken Mayor Fred Cavanaugh who will announce essay contest winners and present prize checks.
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Aiken eyes new standards to curb empty big box spaces
Officials in Aiken draft a new architectural ordinance targeting large box stores to front roads with residential facades and hide parking. The measure, led by Commissioner Miles Hall, awaits planning commission work session and public hearing before City Council. Proponents say it blends local flavor and boosts growth. critics note building size and pricing issues. The plan cites past Dillard’s site as a cautionary example and signals a shift toward design over uniform layouts.
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Gas inventories signal higher summer gas prices
Gasoline prices may rise through the summer after an eight week decline. Tom Kloza of the Oil Price Information Service warned the market could swing with tight inventories and volatile prices as Memorial Day travel approaches. The national average for regular was $1.50 a gallon, with 95 million Americans expected to travel.
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Families remember fallen Vietnam soldier at Graniteville memorial
Kenneth Hatcher, a Seabee killed near his 21st birthday in Vietnam, is honored with seven local soldiers remembered Saturday at Graniteville Veterans Memorial Park. His mother, Richardine Hatcher, recalls his letters and wish to serve, saying he loved life and trusted in the creator.
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Cee Ree Ea
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Vets issue fuels GOP Dems clash on support promises
Memorial Day highlights a partisan fight over veteran aid. Democrats accuse Republicans of shortchanging veterans to fund Bush tax cuts, while GOP leaders defend spending rises. House Veterans Affairs Chair says 2004 funding totals 63.8 billion, with health care at 27 billion, amid broad increases to proposed cuts.
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Aiken Standard Early Memorial Day Edition
To our readers 11 you woke up this morn ing and found your Aiken Standard, it was not a mis take. In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, today's edition of the newspaper was delivered early. Regular delivery time will resume Tuesday.
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