Local Santa program spreads Christmas cheer to hundreds
Aiken's Secret Santa program brings holiday joy to hundreds of area children. Learn how to help and contribute this season. Holiday shoppers await price drops as retailers anticipate the season's swing. A 12A game features a 11-3 Clinton matchup.
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Derailment costs near 40 million for Norfolk Southern
Nearly a year after the Graniteville derailment, Norfolk Southern reports costs reaching about 37 million dollars through July, covering damage, injuries, third party response, settlements, and cleanup. The railroad expects an additional 4 million in 2008, with residents within a one mile radius receiving 2000 plus 200 per displaced day.
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Hopelands Gardens Lights Up for Christmas Display
City of Aiken crews in uniform string about 1.5 miles of lights at Hopelands Gardens for Christmas in Hopelands. The display opens December 10 and runs through December 27, featuring about 75 000 lights nightly except December 14 21 24 and 25 as noted by Andrew Parker, parks events coordinator.
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North Augusta homicide probe gains momentum with recovered evidence
North Augusta police say progress is being made in a shooting that left one dead and two injured. About 40 officers from local, state, and federal agencies including the Aiken County Sheriff, ATF, FBI, Richmond County Sheriff, and SLED are on the case. Public Safety Director Lee Wetherington pledged ongoing action until every lead is exhausted.
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Lawmaker seeks 200 million for school bus fleet renewal
S C Rep Roland Smith R Warrenville pushes a two year 200 million bus and support vehicle fund to replace about 3261 new buses, aiming to modernize the aging fleet and reduce breakdowns amid backing from educators and colleagues. President Gallman notes chronic underfunding and desperation as miles rack up. Used buses have been bought before from out of state.
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