Aiken County Schools Await Irma Updates and Possible Shelter Use
The district reports no plans to close schools but may use schools as emergency shelters if needed. District officials met with emergency management and Red Cross, promising updates via BlackBoard Connect, acpsd.net, local media, and social channels.
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The article announces the availability of Our News app and E Edition app for iOS and Android devices, highlighting access to the publication on mobile platforms. It notes compatibility and encourages readers to download for full access.
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Lottery results brief for South Carolina and Georgia draws
Evening and daytime draw results listed for South Carolina and Georgia games. Midday picks include Pick 3 9 1 3 and Pick 4 8 8 2 3, with Cash 5 and Power Up shown. Georgia offers Cash 3 5 6 2 and Cash 4 4 3 0 7 among others, plus Five and Powerball figures.
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Irma threatens Aiken County with high winds and floods
National Weather Service foresees 55 to 70 mph wind gusts possibly higher with hurricane force at times. Tornado risk, heavy 4 to 7 inches rainfall with isolated 10 inches, plus flash flooding. Residents urged to trim trees, have multiple info sources and stock food and water. Irma, a Category 5 storm, aims for Florida then Georgia and South Carolina.
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District Do Not Collect Student Immigration Status Information
The Aiken County Public School District does not request or keep records of students immigration status. Federal guidance prohibits using residency verification tied to immigration or citizenship status and districts should not seek such information from parents or students. The DACA program faces phasing out under a 2017 order, affecting thousands of affected individuals nationwide.
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