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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 2016
Page
1
Sports brief notes the USC-Georgia game postponed to Sunday. A separate line promotes the Border Bash Snapchat handle username aikenstandard for live updates.
North Augusta mourns the Rev. Nathaniel Irvin Sr., longtime pastor at Old Storm Branch Baptist Church and educator across integration eras. Neighbors describe him as inspirational and generous, touching many lives. Memorial reflections appear on Page 8A.
Local notices list Carol Ann Harmon Wilson Huey Pullman Jennifer Carey Baxley and Robert Dean Brantley among recent area deaths in Aiken Barnwell and Bath. Funeral arrangements for each are pending at local churches and cemeteries with services to be announced.
Weather report notes rain showers and a warm day with a high of 74 and a low of 68. Forecast covers a six day outlook. Contacts listed for weather desk.
Evacuees arrived in Aiken County with South Aiken High School serving as the main shelter. About 150 evacuees were counted by Thursday afternoon and 80 Sea Pines Resort employees from Hilton Head arrived by bus. Christine McElroy described her family aiding the out of country workers while awaiting updates amid the storm.
Out of town visitors flood Aiken hotels restaurants and stores as thousands evacuate Hurricane Matthew. Visitors praise free parking and downtown charm while economic activity rivals Masters week as they shift west from Hilton Head Island to avoid the storm.
Horses and ponies from coastal areas displaced by Hurricane Matthew arrive at Aiken Horse Park. Owners describe hospitality and amenities as they settle into stalls at Bruce's Field with help from local staff including Tara Bostwick.
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