Sheriff Receives Unique Plaque Honoring 9-11 Tragedy
Aiken County Sheriff Michael Hunt was given a replica statue plaque by George Funeral Homes and the Aiken Marine Corps League during a ceremony at the Aiken Marine Corps League meeting. The statue honors firefighters in full turnout gear kneeling with heads in hands, a symbol from Sept. 11.
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Walk for Autism aids CSRA families in need
The fourth annual Walk for Autism in Augusta on September 13 at Riverwalk raises funds to help local families with therapies and home programs. Coordinator Julie Prescott notes proceeds fund direct support, scholarships, and applied behavior therapy for children ages two to six, with last year drawing over 250 participants. Denice Stout from Aiken highlights empowerment for parents.
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CSRA
Aiken County
Julie Prescott
Riverwalk
8Th Street
Reynolds Street
Denice Stout
Aiken
Dustin
Chukker Creek
Stout
Prescott
Police Blotter Reports Multiple Local Thefts and Suspected Fraud
A War rentville store manager reports a customer paid with a counterfeit $100 for two packs of cigarettes and a woman identified nearby is being sought. Aiken area thefts include a stolen tractor worth $29,000 owned by a Graniteville man, a mobile home lot burglary with two sets of washers and dryers stolen, and a tool box micrometers theft valued at $1,000. A vehicle stolen on Atomic Road Beech Island and a second car broken into on the property. Credit card theft followed by about $400 in charges at area shops. A home in Greenwood Drive-Aiken shows unlocked door and $50 damage after a return from vacation. A Southside store detainment occurs as a suspect attempts to leave with $30 in goods.
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Volunteers boost chamber membership in Aiken campaign
Tom Clark of the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce led a three day effort that recruited 108 new members from more than 60 volunteers. Team captains included Barry Adams Neel Shah Leighton McLendon Jeff Spears John Paveglio and Steve Sucher. The event featured top individual Sapna Shah Dotti Shogren and Richard Garcia with Charles Weiss noting strong engagement and continued member value. Prospective members can call 641-1111 for details.
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Tom Clark
Greater Aiken
Clark
Barry Adams
Regions Bank
Neel Shah
Holiday Inn Express
Leighton McLendon
Eulalie Salley & Co
Jeff Spears
Bank of America
John Paveglio
BNFL
Steve Sucher
Bridgestone/Firestone S.C
Adams
Richard Garcia
Weiss
Barbara Gassman
Chamber
GACC
Weekend drag racing lights up Jackson's Carolina Dragway
Racers from across the region prepare for IHRA Division II Pro Am season finale at Jackson's Carolina Dragway in Aiken County. About 400 cars in seven classes, with 2,000 to 5,000 spectators expected. Events run Saturday and Sunday starting 9 a.m. with 8th mile runs at 90 to 140 mph. Tickets $15, under 12 free.
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Aiken County
International Hot Rod Association
Aiken
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Buxton
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DeSoto Drive
Silver Bluff High School
South Carolina
Dragway
IHRA
Ihra.com
Carolinadragway.com
Jeremy Schoolfield
Jschoolfield
Aikenstandard.com
Malpractice suit over penicillin allergy transferred to Aiken court
Debbi E Hubbs sues Dr Samuel Croff and Doctors Care alleging an allergic reaction to amoxicillin caused anaphylactic shock and three days in hospital. Croff denies wrongdoing and blames Hubbs. case moved from Richland County to Aiken County court. Also reported: Windso n man Daniel Joseph Gray, 18, arrested for Wagener grocery store armed robbery after demanding cash and leaving in a stolen vehicle.
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Common Pleas Court
Richland County
Samuel Croff
Aiken County
Debbie E. Hubbs
Croff
Hubbs
Aiken Regional Medical Center
Croft
Sheriff's Office
Michael Frank
Daniel Joseph Gray
Live Oak Drive
Waterwheel Road
Wagener Road
Frank
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Engineers honored by Walton Foundation in SRS volunteers
In Aiken Standard coverage, SRS volunteer engineers receive recognition from the Walton Foundation for their contributions. The report notes community impact and ongoing projects. A separate Saturday piece highlights nine year old Simrin Patheja representing South Carolina at the National Baton Twirling Competition at Notre Dame University.
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SRS
Walton Foundation
Simrin Patheja
South Carolina
Notre Dame University
Aiken Sets September Theme Thriftiness For City
The city announces September as a month promoting thriftiness with a focus on prudent spending and budgeting. Officials urge residents to adopt cost saving habits and support community sharing programs.
Thursday Winning Numbers Report
Daily lottery results list the winning numbers for Pick 3 Midday 7 6 3 Pick 3 Evening 7 0 4 Pick 4 Midday 3 7 9 8 Pick 4 Evening 0 3 7 5 with no additional context.
Georgia Lottery Draw Summary for Day and Night
Georgia Lottery results list Cash 3 Midday 1 3 0 Cash 3 Evening 6 3 0 Cash 4 Midday 6 6 7 7 Cash 4 Evening 6 4 2 7 Fantasy 5 13 14 18 27 32 Change Game S 5 6 0 3 S Change Game F 1 2 9 4 0 Change Game 1 9 9 7 9 F
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