Granaghan, Former DuPont Manager, Dies in Texas
John Granaghan, longtime DuPont Savannah River Plant leader, died Saturday in Fort Worth at 83 from complications of advanced Parkinsons disease. He served 39 years with DuPont and led at the Savannah River Plant from 1978 to 1987, earning local respect for his leadership and community involvement.
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Gamecocks Defeat Volunteers in Tight Showdown
In college action the South Carolina Gamecocks edged Tennessee Volunteers in a close game. Including details on players such as Lattimore who left with an injury, with other local sports notes from Georgia, Graniteville, New Ellenton and Aiken.
Weather forecast snippet for local newsroom
Partly cloudy conditions with a high near 72 and a low around 41. The five day forecast is listed but details are unreadable and phone numbers 648 2311 and 644 2401 appear in the fragment.
Local elections focus on school board and council seats
Aiken Standard examines upcoming local races for the school board and county council. The piece emphasizes how local politics affect daily life and reflects on Tip O’Neill’s adage that all politics is local.
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Barber Seeks Aiken School Board District 8 Seat
Barber, married to teacher Shadie Armstrong Barber, outlines roots in Aiken 28 years, children Townsend and James, and business and education credentials. He cites Clemson and USC degrees, banking and real estate experience, and community leadership roles as qualifications. His stated plan emphasizes economic growth to expand local opportunities and prudent facility improvements.
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Absentee voting deadline nears in November election
The last day to vote absentee is November 5. Absentee voting is available at the Aiken County Registration and Elections office and a satellite site at Kalmia Plaza. Voters must qualify and submit an absentee application. By Nov. 5 in person voting ends at 5 p.m. Total ballots cast exceed 7,000 between offices and mail.
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Snapshot of races and candidates for 2012 election season
A preview listing upcoming races and names for the November ballot. It notes write ins and declared candidates across State Senate Districts 24 25 26 and State House Districts 81 82 83 84 86 along with sheriff solicitor treasurer probate clerk of court coroner and county council and school board races. A referendum on changing to a Council Manager form of government is also outlined with voter information.
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Aiken Fall Steeplechase Draws 10000 Spectators
About 10 000 fans filled Ford Conger Field for the 21st Aiken Fall Steeplechase. Howard Hickey notes growing crowds while Wendy Dietzel promotes the stick pony race and costumes. Frank Dwyer, longtime race caller, expresses pride in returning to the event.
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