10 Years Later Retired Pilot Recalls Flying During Attack
Retired pilot Jor ob Dunn piloted a Boeing 777 from Ireland to Atlanta on September 11 2001 when he received word of a terrorist attack and no flights could enter the U S. A message forced a diversion and landing in Gander Newfoundland while colleagues sought explanations.
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Woman recalls work as FEMA reservist and survivor story
A Ridge Spring woman remembers her niece and reflects on September 11 through local service experiences. Aiken High graduate shares a survival story while readers are reminded of national coverage and community memories.
Aiken's Makin' 35th Annual Street Fair Wraps Up
The two day event in downtown Aiken drew about 200 vendors and an estimated 30 000 attendees. Changes this year aimed to improve layout and atmosphere for vendors and visitors while preserving arts crafts and food offerings.
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Jackson man dies in early morning vehicle crash
A Jackson man died after his pickup left the road and overturned around 1:40 a.m. near Foreman Road. Matthew Turner, 30, suffered fatal injuries at the scene. Passenger Trey Fill, 29, of Martinez Georgia, survived with non life threatening injuries and was taken to Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center. Both were wearing seat belts according to the trooper.
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