Gas prices spark reader complaint about Aiken rates
A reader from Aiken blasts local gas prices as higher than San Francisco saying verses of 3.29 to 3.49 hinder affordability. The note invites reader comments via Talkback line 803 648 2508 or editorial at aikenstandard com.
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Train and truck collision on SRS property under investigation
A train clipped a coal truck on SRS property Tuesday evening with no injuries reported. Five men were detained as deputies investigated a shooting near Jefferson Davis Highway and Belvedere Clear Water Road, with two handguns recovered and no injuries.
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Neighborhood University Returns With City Department Tours
Neighborhood University begins its second year in Aiken with five weekly sessions led by city departments. About 20 residents will visit the City Manager’s office, Finance, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Public Works, Engineering, and Public Safety to learn about available services and meet department heads. Each session runs on site with 20 to 30 minute talks and a diploma ceremony on November 3.
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Scuffle Town A memoir of growing up in the rural South
Anthony T. Hope Sr. reflects on childhood in Savannah Georgia and the historical South in a 202 page memoir Scuffle Town. He recalls hard work on family farms early in life and how readers can relate to lessons from parents and grandparents across generations.
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Atomic City Festival readies New Ellenton weekend lineup
The Atomic City Festival lights up New Ellenton with carnival rides a karaoke contest street dance and a fireworks show at the municipal park on Main Street Friday 8 to 11 30 p m and Saturday 9 a m to 4 30 p m The 6th Annual Car and Truck Show runs 10 a m to 4 30 p m Saturday and vendors crafts and food spots fill the day Police fire and Christian groups provide entertainment while contests offer cash prizes and a chili cookoff draws crowds Officials and chair Annie Mae Ford emphasize rain or shine plans and urge inquiries to city hall or festival organizers.
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Gabrick Entertainment
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Tony Williams
Jackie Keenan
City Hall
Flu shot clinics planned for Aiken and North Augusta
The Aiken County Health Department schedules flu shot clinics in Aiken and North Augusta on October 20 and 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments after October 27 can be made by calling 642-1609. Officials anticipate varied vaccine supply amid industry-wide production efforts.
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Jesse Greene
DHEC
Chiron
Aiken Standard Subscription Rates and Delivery Information
The notice details pricing for Daily and Sunday, EzPay, and weekend plans, plus delivery expectations and contact lines. It explains carrier payment independence, account credits, and how to cancel paid-in-advance subscriptions at the Aiken Standard.
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City of Character October trait Patience
Aiken features Patience as its character trait for October. Tuesday winning numbers include Pick 3 Midday 7 1 6 Pick 4 Midday 8 5 5 7 Pick 3 Evening 6 2 1 Pick 4 Evening 5 9 1 1 Cash 3 Midday 9 1 9 Cash 4 Midday 4 0 9 8 Cash 3 Evening 4 4 3 Cash 4 Evening 2 7 6 6 Fantasy 5 34 39 2 21 30 Mega Millions 12 24 28 29 36 Mega Ball 41.
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Corrections Correct Names in USPA Gold Cup Caption
The caption for the front page USPA Gold Cup photo was corrected. It now identifies Gillian Johnston and Alejandro Novillo Astrada of Bendabout facing Feder cio Von Wernich and Eduardo Novillo Astrada of Millarville in Sunday match positions. The newspaper regrets the error.
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