Republicans sweep Aiken City Council at large race
Unofficial results give incumbent Don Wells and Steve Homoki the top two spots in the Republican at large race. Homoki led with 29 percent, Wells close behind at 28 percent as Kent Cubbage and Liz Stewart trailed. With no Democratic opposition, the three Republicans advance to the November general election unless a petition candidate runs. District 4 sees Reggie Ebner leading with 83 percent, challenger Allen Saylor at 17 percent. Turnout was 17 percent amid a low turnout election.
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Aiken Board Updates Accreditation Revamp At Meeting
The Aiken County Board of Education received an update on a revamped accreditation process during its Tuesday meeting. The board discussed steps to streamline and strengthen school accreditation tied to district goals and state requirements.
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South Carolina Peaches Boost 2009 Agriculture
The article notes a promising peach season in South Carolina signaling a potential boost for the state's agriculture. Public Education Partners plans a volunteer network to connect schools and volunteers and encourage informed action for schools.
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Unclear OCR Summary of Health Coverage by Income Groups
Fragmented data shows about 15 percent of Americans over 45 million lack coverage. The text fragments reference income brackets from under $25 000 to $75 000 plus and a 2008 time reference with incomplete context.
Deaths and Funerals in Charlotte and Aiken
Dakarai Jaywyn James of Charlotte North Carolina and Gilbert Gladys L. Thurmond of Aiken are named in the latest death notices. Cremation and service details appear in the 6A funeral listing.
Seniors Wii bowling faceoff sparks unlikely champions
A 71 to 92 year old Cumberland Village team trains several times weekly for a Wii bowling tournament against USC Aiken faculty. Captain Nina Szymowski leads the group in polo shirts with a mascot schnauzer Diana. Players praise inclusivity and fun as Brooks and Betty Webster reminisce about playing with grandchildren.
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Cumberland Village Wii Bowling Team Photo With Mascot
The Cumberland Village Wii Bowling Team and its canine mascot are featured. Members say the activity helps mobility and provides companionship for seniors, with remarks from Betty and Marlene Faught about staying active and mentally sharp.
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Aiken's Makin' craft show clears Park Avenue traffic
Aiken Public Safety mapped downtown routes for the Aiken's Makin' festival with road closures starting Thursday evening. By 7 a.m. Friday traffic will reroute and normal patterns resume Saturday evening after the event ends. Captain Wendell Hall spoke for the department.
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Aiken's Makin' 2009 Vendor Map Highlighted
A detailed vendor map appears in the Aiken Standard's Thursday Aiken's Makin' 2009 special section. Read the feature to locate booths and offerings for the event.
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Two men sought for possession of stolen goods
Aiken County deputies issued warrants for Steven Maurice Burton and Clyde James Hendley I for two counts of receiving stolen goods. They allegedly possessed a trailer valued at 4200 dollars and a white Denali camper valued at 45000 dollars stolen from Richmond County. Hendley has prior arson allegations from May.
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