Aiken Council McGhee decision praised by supporters
A letter thanks three Republican council members who voted to protect McGhee's property rights and calls for resignation of the two who opposed. The piece also references local political opinions and notes a Thanksgiving Day meal delivery planned by South Aiken Presbyterian Church with hundreds of meals prepared for those in need.
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Readers react to vandalism and sports fury in letters
Community letters condemn vandalism by youths while urging help over punishment. A caller defends teens and highlights parental concerns, then animals a Clemson Penn State jab and death valley jokes. The editor invites brief comments via hotline and email.
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Christmas Craft Show Comes to Aiken With 120 Crafters
Lisa Hall of Aiken Parks and Recreation says the 32nd Annual Christmas Craft Show will run Friday and Saturday at the H Odell Weeks Activities Center. About 120 crafters from the Southeast will offer handmade items from wood furniture to jewelry and ceramics. Proceeds from Saturday rides by Carolina Amusements benefit the Fun Funds scholarship program. Mrs Claus and Mrs Senior Georgia Carolina Gloria Bumus will attend Saturday along with families and children. Admission and parking are free. Call (803) 642-7631 for details.
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Augusta mayoral runoff repeats four year cycle
Incumbent Bob Young narrowly wins re election in Augusta against former Mayor Ed McIntyre in a runoff. Young, 55, had drawn attention earlier for a glowing letter endorsing Fire Chief Ronnie Few, touching off investigations into Augusta Fire Department funding and leadership. McIntyre, 70, Augusta’s first Black mayor, cited inadequate leadership and blamed Young while vowing to promote female membership at Augusta National Golf Club.
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South Carolina ranks third nationally in National Board Certification
More than 1,000 South Carolina teachers earned the National Board certification this year, boosting the state's total to 2,358 and moving from fifth to third place behind North Carolina and Florida. The goal is 5,000 certified teachers by 2005, with incentives including a 7500 dollar annual pay raise for a decade.
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