University Theatre presents How I Learned to Drive season opener
USC Aiken opens 2003 04 season with Paula Vogel play How I Learned to Drive at O Connell Theatre Etherredge Center Oct 1 4 8 PM Oct 5 3 PM Tickets 12 adults 7 students Call 641 3305 Cast includes Weidman Dortch Colella Bright McElveen Directed by Jack Benjamin Production staff Noel Solomon Chet Longley Robert Benjamin and Bright Set in the 1960s Maryland Li Lil Bit narrates a troubling coming of age tale about an uneasy relationship with her uncle
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USC Aiken
University Theatre
Paula Vogel
USCA
O’connell
Etherredge Center
Katie Weidman
David Dortch
Andrew Colella
Jessica Bright
Joy McElveen
Jack Benjamin
Noel Solomon
Chet Longley
Robert Benjamin
Bright
Weidman
Maryland
Li’l Bit
Former Chamber president honored by AAUW group
June Murff, retired Aiken Chamber of Commerce president, named an honoree by the Aiken Branch of AAUW. The award cited her 23 years of Chamber leadership and included a $500 donation to the AAUW Educational Foundation in her name. The event recognized 20 individuals and organizations for 2002 education and community efforts.
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June Murff
Aiken
American Association of University Women
Murff
Aiken Chamber of Commerce
AAUW
Freedman Center
Gail Graham
Aiken Technical College
Fulmer
Redcliffe
S.C
Rob Novit
Nancy Vernon
Silence chosen to mark 9 11 anniversary at First Presbyterian
First Presbyterian Church promotes silence and simplicity for a Taize style meditative service on Thursday at 7 p.m. The service features songs with minimal words, scripture readings and a five minute quiet prayer period. Ken Courtney, music director, describes it as open-ended and heart-led.
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First Presbyterian
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Courtney
Knology withdraws Aiken County service franchise
Knology of Augusta informed Aiken County officials it will not maintain or expand its franchise to provide Internet cable and phone service in rural Aiken County due to capital constraints. The firm has held the franchise since June 2 2000 but never began service, with a previous bond lapse noted and later corrected.
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Knology
Aiken County
Michael Adams
Knology of
Augusta
Joan Donnelly
Philip Lord
Plord
Aikenstandard
Aiken District Reports Window Break and Burglary Incidents
The Aiken Bloodhound Tracking Team responded to 1100 Park Ave where a window was broken and a wire fence cut with about 300 dollars in damage. A resident reported jewelry worth 23000 dollars missing from a Virginia vacation. Other thefts include a 500 air hockey table and 200 damage at a Richland Ave mobile home retailer, and a 420 inch chainsaw valued at 400 dollars stolen from a West Interlochen Court pickup.
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Aiken
Park Ave
Virginia
Richland Ave
West Interlochen Court
Statewide PACT scores show declines in English language arts
The State Department of Education reports a major drop in English language arts PACT scores statewide with preliminary data suggesting declines in Aiken County while math improves. Officials cite test fatigue and a longer testing period as possible factors, urging a thorough review before high stakes results affect report cards and programs.
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State Department of Education
Aiken County
Linda Eldridge
Frank Roberson
State Department
Eldridge
Andy Reeves
Cecilia Davidson
Davidson
North Augusta shooting leaves man in ICU
Investigators search for a suspect after 28 year old Huy T Namsinh was shot at 296 Edisto Drive Sunday evening. He was treated at University Hospital for a gunshot wound to the abdomen as officers collected evidence and followed leads with no arrests to date.
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North Augusta
Thornton
Edisto Drive
Pageant Planned for Western Carolina Fair
The Aiken Jaycees present the 2003 Western Carolina State Fair Pageant set for October 19 at the fairgrounds. Entries due September 12 include a $30 entry fee and a $60 mandatory opening number outfit from Showtime Dancewear, plus a $100 ad sales requirement. Each division offers a $500 scholarship prize. For applications or questions call 6463912, 6424406 or 6433070.
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Flower Lady Ginger Prout at Aiken's Makin Display
The Aiken Standard spotlights Ginger Prout and her floral wares to be showcased during Aiken's Makin. Miracle twins update notes Christy Bradford celebrating their first birthday as the city readies this year’s event.
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Ginger Prout
Aiken
Miracle Twins
Christy Bradford
Aiken Defines September Character Trait Thriftiness
The city highlights thriftiness as its character trait for September reflecting fiscal prudence and community value in local initiatives. The focus aims to encourage residents to adopt saving habits and responsible spending while supporting city programs.
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Aiken
Lottery draw results and Carolina numbers
Tuesday results show Pick 3 Midday 9 7 2, Pick 3 Evening 4 7 6, Pick 4 Midday 6 4 9 0, Pick 4 Evening 4 2 8 1, and Carolina 5 numbers 22 19 31 3 2.
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Georgia Lottery Winning Numbers Report
Georgia Lottery results list the Wednesday draws with Cash 3 Midday 5 3 9 Cash 3 Evening 2 7 6 Cash 4 Midday 0 0 3 5 Cash 4 Evening 4 2 2 1 Fantasy 5 9 17 26 31 37 Change Game E 6 5 6 8 C Change Game T 7 7 8 0 F Change Game 0 9 2 1 1 B Mega Millions 14 15 30 39 46 Mega Ball 30
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