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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 2008
Page
1
Maryland investigators identify two girls found encased in a basement freezer. Police say they are confident in the identities and are pursuing leads as they release limited details to the public.
Marine biologists report a notable discovery marked by a rare behavior observed in shark species. researchers describe the finding as significant for understanding marine ecology and predator dynamics.
French author Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio is awarded the 2008 Nobel Prize in Literature for a body of work that probes humanity beyond and beneath civilization. Previous laureates include Doris Lessing, Orhan Pamuk, Harold Pinter, and Elfriede Jelinek among others.
Lucille Coleman of Saluda Lucy Glenn Coleman Obituary lists Saluda residents Lucille Coleman Margaret Harper Heath Dixon Hadden Rine and Scurry Ophelia Simpkins Simpkins Scurry Edgefield and Augusta Georgia figures in the region death notices for 6A.
At the Aiken County GOP Old Time Rally Republicans cheered their candidates emphasizing fiscal conservatism to tackle the credit crunch. Rep. Gresham Barrett urged brevity while Rep. Joe Wilson praised South Carolina Sen. Greg Ryberg as a "cheap" ally in spending fights.
Aiken County Democratic Party hosts a fish fry fundraiser with John Brecht praising volunteers for record voter registration and noting Aiken ranks third in the state for new registrations. He says statewide gains could turn the state blue. Candidates including Jane Dyer address attendees.
Statewide average gas prices dropped seven cents overnight boosting consumer sentiment. AAA Carolinas official Tom Crosby cites cheaper crude oil as the driver while families like Crystal Hickson’s celebrate the surprise relief at the pump.
Demolition at 373 Park Ave clears the Market Place Antique store for a six unit three story brick and stucco condominium by Stevens Builders LLC. The project, approved by the Aiken Design Review Board, aims for completion by next summer with 4000 square feet per floor and balconies along brick columns.
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