Storm funds and Woodside cleanup costs face scrutiny
Aiken and Woodside controversy over debris removal pace after a February ice storm sparked the resignation of former Aiken City Manager Richard Pearce. Woodside Plantation seeks about $300,000 for self-funded cleanup, prompting similar reimbursement requests from Kalmia Landing as independent contractors sped debris removal.
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Debris pickup totals amid Aiken funding debate
City of Aiken requests 203000 cubic yards and SCDOT asks 52000 for debris removal near public rights of way. Woodside contractors report 7400 cubic yards. The sums approach 20 percent of federal disaster relief for the city’s recovery, prompting council review at next meeting.
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Win Tickets for Gamecocks vs Bulldogs
Inside this paper is a chance to win two tickets for the Gamecocks game against the Bulldogs on September 13. Find the ticket giveaway advertisement, cut out the entry form and fill it out. The drawing occurs on September 11.
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Two area teams stay ranked in latest poll
In sports, two local teams hold firm in the newest rankings as the national scene shifts. Highlights include Spurrier's USC setup for a high stakes game against Georgia, while Apple rolls out a smartwatch and larger iPhone models.
Area Deaths and Funerals List 6A
Obituary brief listing multiple local deaths. Brenda J. LaBord of Edgefield, Brenda Matlock Whitt Rollison of Jackson, Brodis Joseph LaMarr Jr. of Augusta, Johnny Senn of Beech Island, Lois Hair of Gloverville, Rosalie Brainard of Newport Rhode Island, Vonnie Gentry of Wagener. Funeral notices accompany each name.
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Brenda J. LaBord
Edgefield
Brenda Matlock Whitt Rollison
Jackson
Augusta
Johnny
Chris” Senn
Beech Island
Lois Fulmer Hair
Gloverville
Rosalie Dolan
Sellar) Brainard
5 Day Forecast For Partly Cloudy Skies Then Warm
The forecast shows partly cloudy conditions with a high around 88 degrees and a low near 68. Over the next five days expect warm afternoons with light to moderate winds and variable cloudiness. Showers are not expected, with daytime highs generally in the upper 80s. On the fifth day temperatures may edge into the low 90s under sunny skies.
Grandparents Day Draws Kids and Elders at Greendale School
A Greendale Elementary third grader Left-Adryan Henry enjoys Grandparents Day with her grandmother Wendy Crawford and her cousin James Henry Adryan, photographed Tuesday. The celebration highlights family bonds as elders visit classrooms and participate in activities.
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Greendale
Wendy Crawford
Crawford
James Henry Adryan
Phoio
Alecia Negrete
Greendale Elementary School
Beatriz Fernandez
Julian Fernandez
Caroline Cook
Kinsley Mullings
Greendale Elementary
Vickie Key
Jordan Hodges
Grandparents Day At Greendale Elementary Featured Online
Online gallery highlights Greendale Elementary School Grandparents Day with student activities and candid photos. Additional images available at Aiken Standard website.
ARMC to Build Urgent Care and Pharmacy Facility
Aiken Regional Medical Centers announced plans to construct a 12,000 square foot urgent care and retail pharmacy on The Village at Woodside fronting property. A LOI signed August 5 contemplates a 10,000 to 12,000 square foot facility at the front entrance. The hospital aims to file with Planning Commission in 1 2 months.
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