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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 2003
Page
2
A reader argues that publishing names of unsatisfactory doctors and auto shops would aid citizens in Aiken County. The letter cites upfront fees for medical care and dishonest auto repairs, urging publication by victims. The piece also commentates on local politics and a craft show in downtown Aiken.
Sweet Water Tree Farm hosts a classic motor show on Saturday October 4 from 10 am to 3 pm at 933 State Park Road. Proceeds from a raffle and 50/50 drawing benefit Cumbee House of Aiken. Pre-registration for the show is due by September 15. For details contact Sandra Wohlers at 803-641-1018. The USC Aiken Office of Continuing Education offers a sign language course starting September 15 with an $85 workshop fee. Reserve space by calling 803-641-3288.
Herbert Coleman 73 collapsed at SRP Federal Credit Union on Rutland Drive in July after a massive heart attack. Credit union employee Beth Johnson, Aiken officer Eugene Morris, deputy Kevin Liles and Aiken EMS saved him with CPR and an automated external defibrillator before surgery at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Coleman meets the rescuers who revived him and his daughter credits a possible guiding influence from his late wife.
North Augusta resident Arnold Barrett, a 46 year old accountant, trains for the Ironman World Championship after earning his spot with an Aug 24 finish in Penticton British Columbia. He recalls the 2002 Hawaii race, finishing 338th overall, and describes the Penticton event amid near forest fires, including evacuations and rerouted courses. Barrett details the brutal swim start, 68 degree water, and his 21 mph bicycle pace before transitioning to the run.
Incumbent Don Sprawls defeated Ed Grobbe in the Republican primary and is poised to return to District 3 on the Aiken City Council. With Beverly Clyburn and Mayor Fred Cavanaugh unopposed, no November election may be held unless a certified challenger files by Sept. 19.
More than 300 school buses across the state including 13 in Aiken County were repaired after officials found structural damage risking roof collapse. Carpenter Body Works defects prompted inspections and repairs at Fleet World in St George with 60 more buses remaining in progress in Abbeville Greenwood and St George expected to finish by September.
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