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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 2008
Page
1
Friday night’s Silver Bluff win over South Airica will be rebroadcast today at 7 p.m. on Atlantic Broadband Channel 95, with the game shown again after its conclusion.
The Aiken Pregnancy Care Center celebrates a quarter century of support for expectant mothers and families facing motherhood. Staff highlight programs aiding pregnancy, parenting education, and community outreach during the milestone year.
The record compares tropical storm winds of 39 to 73 mph with hurricane force winds of 74 mph or more, noting Katrina in August 2005 Frances in September 2004 Isabel in September 2003 and events around 2006, highlighting Ike's scale against these major hurricanes.
Obituary notice noting the deaths of retired Master Sergeant Robert L. Story of North Augusta and Rudy Thigpen of Aiken. Details include their service backgrounds and surviving family. Funeral arrangements and service details appear in the death notices section.
Kyle Anthony, 23, of Spring Lake Court North Augusta, died after his 1994 Honda struck a tree less than half a mile from a party where he left in anger. He was transported to MCGA in Augusta and died about an hour later. Alcohol and speed are suspected factors in the early Sunday crash marking the county’s 24th road death of 2008.
Aiken earned multiple honors in 2008 including Preserve America community status, One of 100 Best Communities for Young People, Distinctive Destinations by the National Trust, and No 1 small market community by Southern Business & Development. J David Jameson notes awards validate the community’s appeal and work behind the scenes.
Gasoline prices jumped above 5 per gallon in parts as Ike's damage prompts panic buying and supply disruptions. Aiken saw wide price swings with 3.99 at one station and 4.39 nearby, while 4.29 later in the day. Valero reported refineries in Texas-Louisiana returning online but pipeline outages persist. Bush said one major pipeline remained online as energy officials arranged SPR oil shipments to ConocoPhillips Wood River.
Aiken County Council prepares for the third and final reading of an amended smoking ban ordinance. The proposal would allow smoking in private bars and clubs with three or fewer employees. Supporter Chuck Smith pushed tough restrictions while opponents say the measure overreaches government authority and workers’ rights. Cities Aiken and North Augusta have enacted their own bans.
Grief affects children as it does adults and can disrupt daily life. Schools respond with meetings, grief counselors, and ongoing monitoring to protect mental health after tragedies. Signs include mood loss, sleep disruption, withdrawal, and declining school performance. seek professional help if observed.
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