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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1997
Page
11
Commuters crossed the Main Street bridge Tuesday for the first time since repairs began last May. The bridge opened after asphalt was laid following delays from underground cable moves and damp ground sheeting. The South Carolina Department of Transportation office reported full opening to traffic.
Police blotter reports a rented television was stolen Nov 11 from an Aiken County man’s car trunk while he paused at a Krystal restaurant during a move. A Belvedere Cleaners vandalism on Nov 10 saw a cinder block shattered front glass. no entry proof or losses found.
Edward Jones analyst Greg Paschal provides closing stock information for November 12 1997. The summary lists market activity, sector leaders, and notable price movements reflecting that day's trading.
The Midland Valley High School marching band, noted for a long state winning streak, placed 10th at the Division AAA state championships. The Mustangs have finished in the top 10 for nine straight years.
BridgeStone-Firestone executive Howard Fikes told Midland Valley Area Chamber of Commerce that the plant, adjacent to Aiken and North Augusta and linked to Midland Valley, is moving fast toward production. Footings are poured, steel to rise in December, first equipment by April, with trial production by July or August and shipments by year end 1998. By 2000 the plant aims for 800 employees and full operation.
Students and teachers at St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School hosted Grandparents Day. First graders and parents shared hugs and lessons from elder voices including Navy pilot service and travel tales from Australia and New Zealand. A ukulele concert by John Denero accompanied grandparents touring class activities with horsemanship demo by Charlotte Baxter and Prince the leopard Appaloosa.
New Sonic drive in on Whiskey Road in Aiken opens under owners Sue and Dooley Pellerin as part of a family tradition started by Troy Smith in 1958. The chain has grown to over 1 600 locations across 30 states, drawing customers from far and wide who view Sonic as a local Americana hangout and a town focal point.
Aiken Circuit Judge Paula Thomas sentenced Danny Webster age 19 to four years in prison for driving under suspension, failing to stop for police, and possessing more than 10 grams of cocaine. Webster, also known as Danny Graddick, must serve at least three years under new laws.
The Aiken Community Playhouse presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever with Mrs Armstrong out sick and Mother stepping in. The Herdmans cause chaos as casting unfolds at 8 pm on Nov 21 28 29 and Dec 5 6 with matinees at 3 pm on Nov 23 and 30 at the Price Ave Two Notch Rd venue. Tickets range 7 6 4 3 dollars.
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