Silver Bluff High honors veteran speaker and NJROTC unit
Silver Bluff High School welcomed back Air Force pilot Bob Ritter after four Vietnam tours and 400 missions. The Veterans Day observance honored Ritter and other veterans with the school noting the Veterans Walk and student efforts for adviser Jason Goings. Navy League President Sam Thomas presented a trophy to Ron Freeman for the NJROTC unit, recognized nationally in its multi state region. Sgt James L. Mackey Sr. and 2005 graduate Stephanie Johnson attended, sharing reflections on service and future plans.
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Robbery Suspect Sought After Four Seasons Hold Up
Aiken Public Safety searches for an armed robbery suspect who robbed the Four Seasons on Richland Avenue late Wednesday. A black male in a light jacket blue jeans and a white and black bandana brandished a silver handgun and demanded cash before fleeing north on Union Street. Two employees were present. one hid in a storage room and heard the other scream. Officers believe the gunman is in his 20s and the case remains under investigation.
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AHS Veterans Day tribute instills patriotism in students
Aiken High School honored veterans from all military branches in a music filled Veterans Day celebration. NJROTC Band and Chorus performed as Dave Smith former Marine lieutenant colonel and 1997 Aiken High teacher spoke. Smith urged students to emulate World War II resolve while noting today’s greater threat is less defined.
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Norfolk Southern injury claims head to trial in July 2007
Injury claims against Norfolk Southern over the Graniteville chemical spill are slated for trial in July 2007 after a scheduling hearing in common pleas court. Plaintiffs seek extensive health remedies from the January 6, 2005 derailment and chlorine release, with 25 medical experts to be located as part of the extended preparation.
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