Storm Strikes Aiken County Causes Damage and Injury
Aiken Public Safety Officer Ed Broske was struck by a pickup while directing traffic during a storm on Whiskey Road. He suffered cuts and bruises and required stitches at Aiken Community Hospital. Storms produced two possible tornadoes, but no touchdowns were confirmed. Wind damaged 12 metal buildings at Handi-House Manufacturing, with sheds moved up to 50 yards. Power outages affected multiple neighborhoods, restored by 11:30 p.m. Trees and debris impacted Edisto Avenue and surrounding areas, with residents reporting cleanup efforts at homes such as Mattie Sue Wolfe’s property.
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Aiken County
Aiken
Ed Broske
Whiskey Road
Broske
East
Beech Island
Bobby Mauney
Civil Defense
Handi-House Manufacturing Co
Richland Avenue
Jasper Johnson
Johnson
Edisto Avenue
Mauney
South Carolina Electric and Gas
James Ray
Dupree Place
Houndslake
Aiken Estates
Boardman Road
Ray
Boardman
Dupree
Falen
Mattie Sue Wolfe
Bath
United Way Surpasses 67 Percent in Aiken County Drive
The United Way of Aiken County reports 67.2 percent of its 575000 goal raised at the first report meeting at the Ramada Inn. About 386426 has been collected with most funds from the Advanced Gifts Division led by corporate giving. Thomas H. Gould Jr. serves as 1979 campaign chairman.
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St Academy Booster Club Hosts Candlelit Covered Dish Supper
The St Academy Booster Club held a candlelight covered dish supper in the school gym after a power outage forced candle lighting. The candlelit event aimed to create the right atmosphere for attendees during the storm evening.
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St. Academy Booster Club
Booster Club
SRP Continues Full Operation Amid Safety and Budget Debate
Savannah River Plant officials insisted operations remain full despite staff cuts and radiation risk claims. David M. Peek said safety governs actions and funding for fiscal 1980 will cover continued operation of three reactors while maintenance proceeds.
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David M. Peek
Peek
Congress
Aiken County Teens See Alcohol as Top Drug Choice
Aiken County students report alcohol as the leading drug, with 74 percent of 9 12 graders and 44 percent of 9 12 using alcohol and marijuana respectively. Grades 7 8 show 44 percent alcohol use and 18 percent illegal drug use.
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Aiken County
State Commission
University of South Carolina
City Election Registration Closes for Aiken Vote
Last day to register or switch precincts for the November 6 Aiken municipal election. Voters must register by 5 30 at the voter dffice in the Aiken Office Complex on Richland Avenue. All three council seats and the mayoral post will be decided. Incumbents Hickey Perry Olsen run along with Democrat Stephen Surasky. Mayor H Odell Weeks also running.
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Aiken
Richland Avenue
Howard M. Hickey Jr
Robert S. (Skipper) Perry
Lloyd T. Olsen
Stephen K. Surasky
H. Odell Weeks
USC A Ryans Takes Her Shot At Pro Ball
USC A guard Ryans aims for a pro career after standout college play. The article outlines her strengths, draft outlook, and steps toward pursuing opportunities in professional basketball.
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USC
Ryans
Pope Talks To Poles Meets U S Bishops
In Chicago Pope John Paul II appeals to Polish faithful and meets the U S Catholic bishops in a historic session. He urges celibacy and obedience, notes freedom in evangelical vows, and plans a massive Grant Park Mass for later. Chicago’s large Polish Catholic community hosts the events.
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Chicago
John Paul II
Iowa Prairie
James Roach
Minneapolis
National Conference of Catholic Bishops
Grant Park
America
Pope John Paul II
Living History Farms Museum
Des Moines
Iowa
Aiken Jaycee County Fair Opens with Exhibits and New Features
Exhibitors from cooks to artists will submit entries at the exhibit building Sunday between noon and 6 pm. Horticulture entries on Tuesday morning. The fair runs Tuesday through Sunday Oct 14 with gates 6 pm weekdays and 1 pm weekends. Admission is $1, under 6 free. Parking is free. A special section serves senior citizens and handicapped persons. New asphalt work reduces dust.
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Aiken Jaycee County
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