Aiken High Students Craft Patriotism in Metal Garden Sculptures
Under guest artist Bob Doster, Aiken High School students design and weld three life sized figures forming a tableau with an American flag for the new school garden. Students Jason Myers Rachel Suhrer and Jaclyn Mills helped with the design as Kim Aring-Carter Joe Wilson and Pat ONeill guide the project.
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Bob Doster
Aiken High School
Kim Aring-Carter
Joe Wilson
Pat O'Neill
Aring Carter
Aring- Carter
Lancaster
Doster
South Carolina Artisans Center
Walter
Boro
Rob Novit
Rachel Suhrer
Jaclyn Mills
Library helps children compare pilgrims Thanksgiving with today
At the Aiken County Public Library children explored the first Thanksgiving and harvest games. Librarian Jennie Deal notes eels were part of the meal and describes the peach stone game learned from the Iroquois. Kids made a cornucopia and a turkey collage. The next event is Christmas Story Time on December 2 at 7 p.m.
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Aiken County Public Library
Jennie Deal
John Moore
Jmoore
Aikenstandard.com
Gourmet event at Plum Pudding hosts notable food and design figures
Downtown Aiken event invites gourmets to Plum Pudding this Saturday. Alisa Barry signs La Bella Vita from noon to 3 pm while Bob Conti prepares book dishes. Frances Growley of Vietri and designer Cynthia Corey promote Italian dinnerware tied to Aiken patterns including Fox Hunt.
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Aiken
Alisa Barry
Barry
Italy
Mike Enloe
Bob Conti
Willcox
Enloe
Frances Growley
Vietri
C. E
Cynthia” Corey
Allen Corey
New York
Corey
Kathy
Missing Angela Redd. Aiken High School Bomb Threats Continue
Angela Redd, 36, reported missing by her family in Aiken, contacted friends after a TV alert. Three separate bomb threats at Aiken High prompted selective evacuation and rounded searches. no injuries. Principal Joe Padget updated parents, while staff stay vigilant and students returned to class.
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Angela Redd
Aiken
Department of Public Safety
Redd
Linda Bennett
Bennett
Aiken High School
Area 1
David Caver
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Charles Barranco
Joe Padget
Wackenhut Security, Inc
Padget
Aiken County
Beech Island Urquhart Station Named Top Global Plant
South Carolina Electric Gas Company’s Urquhart Station is listed among the world's top 12 electric generating plants of 2003 by Platts Power magazine. A 2002 repowering transformed the 50 year old coal plant into a modern natural gas facility, boosting efficiency and reducing emissions. Skip Smith, SCE&G Project Manager, notes increased flexibility and cleaner air due to the upgrade.
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Beech Island
South Carolina Electric Gas Company
Urquhart Station
Platts Power Magazine
Industry Trade Journal
Urquhart
Sce&g
Skip Smith
North Augusta EIderly Housing Facility Receives 3.5 Million
A proposed North Augusta low income elderly housing project named Georgia Rehabilitation Institute will get 3.5 million in federal funding. The plan includes 40 one bedroom units for very low income residents and 2 percent set aside for the visually or hearing impaired. Funding comes from the Supportive Housing for the Elderly Funding program supporting non profit groups.
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North Augusta
Georgia Rehabilitation Institute
Lindsey Graham
R-S.c
Graham
Artist Billy S hosts eclectic show at Etherredge Center
Local artist and musician Billy S presents a multi sensory event at USC Aiken Etherredge Center upper gallery from 7 to 10 p.m. The show features body painting live painting, over 50 works, violinist Henry Wynn, licensed massages, and finger foods. The exhibit runs through December 19.
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Billy S
USC Aiken Etherredge Center
Henry Wynn
Robbery Suspect Steals Ribeye At Martintown Supermarket
Police blotter notes a shoplifting incident early Wednesday at a Martintown Road supermarket. A black male, 25 to 30, about 5 foot 10, 160 pounds, wearing all white, fled with 20 dollars in ribeye steaks. A North Augusta man faces disorderly conduct and molestation charges after a Tuesday evening East Arlington Heights dispute turned loud and profane.
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Martintown Road
North Augusta
East Arlington Heights
Recall of Kennedy Assassination Day 40 Years On
Area residents recount the fateful day when President Kennedy was assassinated marking the 40th anniversary. The feature reflects memories, local reactions, and historical context from the Aiken Standard archive.
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Kennedy
Thanksgiving Turkey Secrets for a Perfect Feast
A guide to preparing a flawless Thanksgiving turkey. Practical steps cover selection seasoning and roasting tips for a juicy tender result. Includes reminders on thawing timing and resting the meat for best flavor.
Thursday Lottery Draws Snapshot
Thursday winning numbers across games include Pick 3 Midday 1 8 5 and Evening 5 5 3. Pick 4 Midday 6 6 2 3 and Evening 3 1 4 6. Cash 3 Midday 9 3 8 and Evening 6 4 5. Cash 4 Midday 4 8 4 8 and Evening 2 5 1 4. Fantasy 5 24 35 33 3 30. Change Game entries V-7-1-2-7-Y, X-0-2-7-7-A, C-9-5-9-6-C.
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