Savannah River Site tightens security after attacks
The Savannah River Site in South Carolina closed to non essential personnel Tuesday afternoon after Tuesday morning attacks in New York and Washington. About 1,000 to 2,000 workers remained on site while visitor access was restricted. DOE and Wackenhut officials described heightened security measures including increased patrols and vehicle checks, with production temporarily suspended for nuclear materials processing.
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Washington, D.C
Savannah River
June Petersen
DOE Office of External Affairs
New York City
Petersen
Rob Davis
Wackenhut Security
Davis
Wackenhut
DOE: Operations Building
Whiskey Road
North Augusta prayer service draws hundreds in unity
A ecumenical service at Grace United Methodist Church in North Augusta brought hundreds from six local churches to pray after a national tragedy. Mayor Lark Jones urged support for elected leaders and unity across parties as readings from Psalm 46 and appeals for peace and mercy framed a solemn community response.
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North Augusta
Grace United Methodist Church
America
Gary Redding
Grace
Lark Jones
Jones
Jacob
Dr.Adams
David F. Thompson
St. Bartholomew's
Community reels after New York and Washington attacks
Local residents and officials react with shock and grief to the September 11 attacks. Aiken Tech president Dr. Susan Graham and others describe disbelief, fear, and a call for unity as campuses, businesses, and families process the tragedy and plan cautious, collective responses.
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New York
Washington
Susan Graham
Aiken
Bor Rocks
World Trade Center
Kyle Smith
Principe
North Augusta High School
Smith
Helen Williams
Beech Island
Graham
Aiken Tech 1 College
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