Aiken Regional deposit policy and public reaction
Aiken Regional Medical Centers does not charge a deposit for emergency care and may require payment for nonemergency procedures. The caller cites perceived hospital abuse, contrasts with other retailers, and comments on media coverage of Republican and Democratic protests. Readers are invited to comment via Talkback.
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Aiken Democratic Women's Club Meeting Set for Sept 9
The Aiken Democratic Women's Club meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. The next meeting is Thursday Sept 9 at the Aiken County Council Chambers on Richland Avenue. Call 803 648 6595 for more information. The Aiken County Democratic Women's Organization also plans a Sept 9 meeting at 7 p.m. at Lloyd Kennedy Charter School Beaufort Street. Gwendolyn Conner, president, can be contacted at 643 9371.
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Emergency treatment for police dogs discussed in Aiken class
Aiken veterinarian Charlie Timmerman led an emergency first aid class for police dog handlers from several counties. He demonstrated CPR, overdose treatment, and gunshot wound procedures, stressing vets as part of the team and noting dangers dogs face from attacks and substances.
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Gas price swings worry Aiken residents amid small daily declines
Residents report fluctuating gasoline costs from $1.61 to $1.74 per gallon across Aiken areas while noting overall small daily decreases. AAA Carolinas spokesman Sarah Davis says only gradual drops are evident, with state average near $1.75 and a yearly high of $1.90.
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Local grant boosts school tech and career programs
Public Education Partners in Aiken funds classroom gear at Byrd Elementary and supports Career Quest across five middle schools. K D Justyn of Aiken Regional Medical Centers presented a 40000 gift, part of a 120000 commitment, to connect business investors with educators and students.
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Aiken-Augusta
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Aiken Man Sentenced in Federal Firearm Case
An Aiken man, George Cummings, 63, was sentenced in Federal Court to 30 months in prison and three months supervised release for felon in possession of a firearm. The sentence was by Judge Margaret B. Seymour after a June 2003 traffic stop and search uncovered a firearm. The case was part of Project CeaseFire and involved ACSD and ATF agents.
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Margaret B. Seymour
Columbia
Tara M. Lyons
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Aiken County
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
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Erin Brooks
Ebrooks
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