Man found guilty of exposing others to HIV Nov 14, 2009
Former Aiken County teacher found guilty of exposing others to HIV 111309 - The Augusta Chronicle ... AIKEN A former Aiken County art teacher has been sentenced for knowingly exposing his wife to HIV. ... An Aiken County jury Wednesday found Joel Lynn Bedenbaugh, 47, of Camden, S.C., guilty of exposing others to HIV, said Assistant Aiken County Solicitor Brenda Brisbin. (The Augusta Chronicle)
S.C. Statewide Prep Football Scores Nov 14, 2009
Berkeley 55, Aiken 14. Goose Creek 48, Lancaster 0. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Sage Valley to start exclusive tournament Nov 14, 2009
Now, the Wyatts are providing an opportunity for youth from around the world with the creation of a new golf tournament at their private club in Aiken County ... " The announcement was made in the dining room of Sage Valley before the boards of The First Tee chapters in Aiken and Augusta and other invited guests. Proceeds from the tournament will be donated to The First Tee, which promotes character development for young people through golf. "I've watched this ever since Tom was about 7. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Troubled North Augusta teen club closed Nov 14, 2009
The department, Aiken County Sheriff s Office and South Carolina Highway Patrol evacuated the building, but no explosives were found, according to a police report. Officers did report hearing gunshots in the parking lot after the evacuation. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Research ties local families to history Nov 14, 2009
BEECH ISLAND --- The journey of blacks who were slaves and freedmen on Aiken County plantations will be explored at a historical presentation at Redcliffe Plantation today ... For the past several months the staff at Redcliffe and several University of South Carolina Aiken students have researched the genealogical records of families who lived on Redcliffe, Kathwood, Cowden and Silver Bluff plantations between 1890 and 1975 ... Between 50 and 100 of the descendants of the families live in Aiken... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Author Opens Lines of Communications on Racism -- Plain Talk - Volume I Shares Everything One Ever and Never Wanted to Know About It Nov 13, 2009
In the mid-1980s, he moved to Aiken, South Carolina in the fifth grade. Ever since 1992, he has lived in Augusta, Georgia and considers it a perfect fit. (Primezone Releases)
Adoption Spotlight - Aiken SPCA Nov 13, 2009
Aiken SPCA 401 Wire Road Aiken, SC 29801 803-648-6863 ... OFF-SITE ADOPTIONS: Aiken Petsmart (Whiskey Road near Target) Saturdays: 10am - 3pm Sundays: 1:30pm - 6:30pm. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Autopsy reveals Beech Island man's murder Nov 13, 2009
Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton confirmed this evening that Gregory Brabham, 52, of Swamp Road, was killed, but he said he would not reveal the cause of death ... Aiken County Sheriff s Office is investigating the homicide, but no further details will be released at this time, sheriff's Sgt. Dave Myers said in a news release ... Anyone with information about this incident, can contact the Aiken County Sheriff s Office at (800) 922-9709 or Crime Stoppers of the Midlands at (888) CRIME-SC.... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Committee approves high school realignment Nov 13, 2009
Region 5: Aiken, Lexington, North Augusta, Orangeburg-Wilkinson, South Aiken, White Knoll. Region 6: Carolina Forest, Conway, Lugoff-Elgin (football only), South Florence, Sumter, West Florence. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
College basketball tips off around the state Nov 13, 2009
Hall scored 17 points in last Saturday s 94-92 overtime exhibition win against USC Aiken, second only to senior guard Tony White Jr. Another newcomer, 6-8 senior Casaan Breeden who transferred from Florida State, had. 16 points in the exhibition win. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Water rising, power out, downed trees reported Nov 12, 2009
Counties covered by the flood watch include Richmond, Columbia, Burke, Lincoln and McDuffie counties in Georgia, as well as Aiken, Barnwell, Edgefield, Bamberg, McCormick and Saluda counties in South Carolina. Drivers are encouraged to be careful when approaching standing water on the roads and allow extra time for their morning commute. (The Augusta Chronicle)
You still have a chance to get Guitar Pull tickets Nov 12, 2009
The 11th annual WKXC-FM Guitar Pull again offers a great lineup for those lucky enough to be holding tickets for the event, which begins at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the University of South Carolina Aiken Convocation Center, 471 University Parkway ... Today's stops are noon to 2 p.m. at Jiffy Lube on Richard Avenue in Aiken, and from 4-6 p.m. at Gerald Robinson Paint, 3850 Washington Road in Evans. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Body identified of man found in river Nov 12, 2009
BEECH ISLAND The Aiken County coroner identified this evening the body of a man who has been missing for more than a week ... Aiken County Sheriff s Office is investigating Mr. Brabham s death. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Prep playoffs: Games, picks, records Nov 11, 2009
Division II first round: Berkeley over Aiken, the last team to get in on points; Beaufort over Greenwood; Goose Creek over Lancaster, although the Bruins did knock the Gators out down there last year; upset special, Conway over North Augusta. Northwestern over South Florence; Hartsville over T.L. Hanna; Wren over James Island; South Pointe over Richland Northeast. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Medical transport helicopter crews hold survival training Nov 11, 2009
Orangeburg crews cover Aiken, Bamberg, Orangeburg, Barnwell, Hampton, Colleton and Dorchester counties, he said. The helicopters have a maximum transit time of an hour and 10 minutes and average 200 calls per year, Nelson said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Different disposal plan may be needed Nov 10, 2009
Savannah River Site's Community Reuse Organization, in a paper unveiled Monday, calls for more dialogue and interest in a topic its vice chairman, David Jameson, believes will have lingering implications for the Aiken-Augusta community ... 6800 Full Time Position Pro Resources $185 #233 () Now taking applications for our Augusta, N. Augusta, Grovetown, and Aiken offices. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bamberg man kills himself after fleeing from robbery scene Nov 9, 2009
A Bamberg man is dead after apparently taking his own life following an armed robbery Saturday afternoon in Aiken. Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton said a Sunday autopsy in Newberry showed that Richard Lee Simmons died of a single self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Augusta Chronicle reported ... Aiken County Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer Lt. David Turno told The Aiken Standard that four men armed with pistols and shotguns dressed in all black entered the restaurant about... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
List of those whose IRS tax refunds were returned Nov 9, 2009
Nov. 9, 2009 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. The list is sorted by county of residence. (AZCentral -- Business)
Trouble follows teen club to North Augusta Nov 9, 2009
Nearly every weekend, North Augusta Public Safety officers and the Aiken County Sheriff's Office are called to handle disorder at the club. In many cases, the disturbances have the potential to turn violent. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Robbery suspect who committed suicide identified Nov 9, 2009
A man who authorities say committed suicide after the Saturday robbery of an Aiken fast food restaurant has been identified as a 24-year-old Columbia resident. Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton said in a release today that Richard Lee Simmons died of a single self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, according to an autopsy conducted today in Newberry, S.C. ... The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and Aiken County Coroner's Office are investigating Mr. Simmons' death. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Newman - Sheehan (1067) Nov 9, 2009
Maid of honor was Miss Brittany Newman of Aiken, S.C., sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Miss Jordan Newman of Columbia, sister of the bride; Miss Summer Newman of Orangeburg, sister of the bride; Ms. Brandy Bradshaw of Boiling Springs, NC, friend of the bride; Mrs. Shelley Collins of Lexington, S.C., friend of the bride and Miss Mindy Risvold of Elgin, S.C., friend of the couple. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Aiken horses pull in $72 million a year Nov 9, 2009
AIKEN --- A proposed international horse park and other equine development plans are set to boost the multimillion-dollar industry in Aiken. The industry brings in about $72 million a year and employs more than 1,800 people in Aiken County, according to a study conducted in December 2008 ... David Jameson, the president of the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce, said the polo industry is one of the fastest-growing equine disciplines in Aiken. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Veterans Day closings Nov 8, 2009
AIKEN CITY OFFICES: Open Wednesday ... AIKEN GARBAGE/RECYCLING: Regular service Wednesday ... aiken technical college: Open Wednesday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Irish will miss playoffs Nov 8, 2009
PAIR MAKE PLAYOFFS: North Augusta and Aiken both made the Class AAAA, Division II field in South Carolina ... On Friday, a pair of North Augusta seniors had reason to celebrate beyond their team's 35-7 win over Aiken. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Future remains bright for equine industry in Aiken Nov 8, 2009
AIKEN --- Suzy Haslup is a thoroughbred trainer who will have about 15 horses under her tutelage this winter as she prepares them for the racetrack ... Horses have long been part of Aiken's heritage, but the equestrian world continues to change ... When the Old H 'n' D Stable on Orangeburg Street became available a few years back, the property just a stone's throw from the Aiken Training Track was purchased by Ms. White's parents, Bob and Gretchen White. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Exhibition game Friday Nov 7, 2009
Clemson defeated Augusta State in 2007 and USC Aiken last season. The Patriots won 16 games a year ago and were picked to finish sixth in the Peach Belt this season. (CUTigers.com)
Player stats Nov 7, 2009
AK--Aiken; AF--Allendale-Fairfax; BA--Barnwell; BH--Blackville-Hilda; FC--Fox Creek; M--McCormick; MV--Midland Valley; NA--North Augusta; RSM--Ridge Spring-Monetta; SA--South Aiken; SB--Silver Bluff; ST--Strom Thurmond; WS--Wagener-Salley; WE--Williston-Elko ... () Up to a $5,000 Sign On Bonus for RN's Dialysis Corporation of America has positions for Per Diem, PT and FT RN's at our Edgefield and South Aiken facilities, dialysis experience preferred (). (The Augusta Chronicle)
Avondale collecting higher Graniteville rates Nov 7, 2009
Not everyone, though, agrees with the ruling, which negated the injunction granted by Aiken circuit court Judge Jack Early in August ... On Friday, Aiken County Sheriff Michael Hunt and Joe Taylor, both Graniteville residents, filed a request with the PSC asking the board to prohibit Avondale from collecting on the new rates from June 26 to July 25, arguing residents weren't given proper notice and shouldn't have to pay higher bills prior to July 31 ... FEB. 2: Avondale publishes notice of... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Azar found inspiration from blues performers Nov 5, 2009
Mr. Azar and the Arista Nashville Records band Jypsi will perform at a free outside concert at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the University of South Carolina Aiken Convocation Center, before WKXC's Guitar Pull. Mr. Azar has been writing songs since he was 10. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Woman in bug spray incident in ICU Nov 5, 2009
ANDERSON, S.C. - Authorities say the mother of a 10-month-old South Carolina boy likely killed by a fogging bug spray has been placed in intensive care after visiting her other son in the hospital. Anderson County Sheriff's Sgt. Steve Reeves says Elizabeth Whitfield was placed on a respirator late Tuesday at Greenville Memorial Hospital. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Thomson coach to take time to mull his future Nov 5, 2009
THOMSON --- For the first time at Thomson, football coach Luther Welsh is having to cope with a losing season and the fact that his team has been eliminated from the playoffs. The Bulldogs' 2-7 record has led some critics to call for Welsh to retire after he guides the team against Region 3-AAA champion Baldwin on Friday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Fans should trust Richt to make the right moves Nov 5, 2009
--- The tone has changed in Bulldog Nation. It's angry and frustrated and venomous. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Garcia, USC offense hope to keep up with Hogs Nov 5, 2009
Garcia, offense hope to keep up with Hogs 110509 - The Augusta Chronicle. Garcia, offense hope to keep up with Hogs Associated Press Thursday, November 05, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Black center in Aiken seeks more funds Nov 4, 2009
AIKEN --- It will take another $1 ... Wade Brodie, the chairman for Aiken Corp., the company that owns the center at York Street and Richland Avenue, said $1 ... Organizers have planned a fundraiser at USC Aiken next month to help boost the campaign to open the center. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Haskell gets easy win in Aiken County Council Nov 4, 2009
AIKEN --- Aiken County native Sandy Haskell won the county council District 5 seat by a landslide in Tuesday's race ... About 5 percent of voters turned out for the primary in September for the special election to fill the seat vacated by Eddie Butler, who resigned because he was leaving his district, said Stuart Bedenbaugh, the executive director of Aiken County Registration and Elections. (The Augusta Chronicle)
2nd Aiken teacher arrested on sex charges Nov 4, 2009
A former Aiken County middle school teacher was arrested Monday on charges of lewd acts and criminal sexual conduct with a 14-year-old girl. The arrest was the second of a former or current Aiken County educator in as many weeks on sex charges ... Joseph Jay Magni Jr., 28, of Lexington, S.C., is charged with five counts of criminal sexual conduct and five counts of a lewd act, Aiken County sheriff's Sgt. Dave Myers said in a news release. (The Augusta Chronicle)
A bloodier Dracula rises again Nov 3, 2009
"You've got to keep in mind the perspective," said Dacre Stoker, a native of Montreal, Quebec, now living in Aiken, South Carolina. "The degree of sex and violence he had, in this very stuffy and conservative Victorian society, was cutting edge at the time. Even the exposure of a woman's flesh, the piercing of the flesh, was a metaphor for the sex act.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
Lady Hornets still alive in volleyball playoffs Nov 3, 2009
The South Carolina volleyball playoffs roll on this week and only one area team remains: Aiken ... Meredith Clemmens led Aiken with 32 assists while Kiki Hennessey had a team-high 15 kills ... The Lady Hornets will play host to White Knoll today at 6 p.m. Aiken, third in the state, has faced White Knoll twice this season, winning both matches 3-1. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Some in South Carolina start playoffs Nov 3, 2009
Aiken (4-6, 2-4) at North Augusta (9-1, 5-1): The last regular-season game in which North Augusta was dominated came last year in a 21-7 loss to Aiken. The Hornets need a win to improve their playoff resume. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Across the area Nov 3, 2009
South Carolina governor plans two stops in Aiken. South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford will make two stops in Aiken this week to speak with residents about what officials are doing to bring jobs, attract investment and make government more efficient ... On Thursday, the Republican governor plans to visit the Aiken Kiwanis at 12:30 p.m. at Eejay's Restaurant, 1680 Richland Ave. W., Suite 180. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Overall race results Nov 2, 2009
44 - Matthew Henry - Aiken, SC - 1:34:21 ... 81 - John Head - Aiken, SC - 1:38:42 ... 127 - Marie-Ange Smith - Aiken, SC - 1:43:10. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Gamecocks done in by turnovers Nov 1, 2009
Volunteers give Kiffin first win over ranked foe 110109 - The Augusta Chronicle. --- Decked out in black jerseys, Tennessee took three South Carolina fumbles and turned them into touchdowns as the Volunteers beat the No. 21 Gamecocks 31-13 Saturday night. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rants and raves Nov 1, 2009
TAKE A LESSON FROM Columbia County when it comes to handicap stickers, tags and handicap parking spaces. If Richmond County would start having sting arrests on these people, it would have more money than it needed. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Book features couple's dog rescue Nov 1, 2009
Author describes Aiken couple's dog rescue 110109 - The Augusta Chronicle ... AIKEN --- Serena Briggs can sense when someone's feeling down and out ... Mr. Briggs and his wife, who lived in Florida at the time, were traveling through the Aiken area and saw an advertisement in the local paper about a dog at Molly's Militia. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Coin flip likely won't happen Nov 1, 2009
ALL HANDS ON DECK: With Midland Valley quarterback Marquett Carr already on the sidelines with an injured shoulder, the Mustangs depth in the backfield took more hits Friday when both backup quarterbacks were injured in a 21-3 win at South Aiken. Cole Cromer , who started the game and took most of the snaps, took a shot to the head and was forced out. (The Augusta Chronicle)
SRS honors current, former nuclear workers Oct 31, 2009
AIKEN --- Don Orth remembers beginning his career as a nuclear chemist in south Aiken County before the Savannah River Site existed ... More than 200 people gathered on SRS' front lawn Friday morning to honor the nuclear weapons patriots who served in Aiken during the Cold War. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Immediate impact Oct 31, 2009
Clemson led the ACC by averaging eight 3-pointers per game last season, but the Tigers were blindsided in the offseason by Terrence Oglesby's decision to leave school to launch a pro career in Europe. Oglesby made a team-high 92 3-pointers last season and ranked third in the ACC with three 3-pointers per game. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Friday Night Lights Oct 31, 2009
Aiken 35, Dutch Fork 20 ... Midland Valley 21, South Aiken 3. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Clemson counts on Jennings for immediate impact Oct 31, 2009
College Football: Rivals. com - College Football. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Clinics planned for H1N1 shots Oct 31, 2009
AIKEN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT: H1N1 flu shots and the nasal vaccine today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the health department, 828 Richland Ave. West; H1N1 clinic 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at health department. NORTH AUGUSTA HEALTH DEPARTMENT: 802 E. Martintown Road, Suite 170; H1N1 vaccine clinics from 3 to 8 p.m. Monday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Warrenville man faces sex charge with minors Oct 31, 2009
AIKEN A Warrenville man is in jail today accused of inappropriately touching three girls. Aiken County Sheriff s Office charged Jesse Adams, 19, of the 100 block of Fannie Lane, with four counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor, two counts of lewd act on a child under the age of 16 and assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, according to Aiken County Detention Center records. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pacers record win over No. 13 soccer squad Oct 30, 2009
In Aiken, the USC Aiken men upset 13th-ranked Anderson 3-2 on Thursday in their regular season finale ... USC Aiken was picked to finish sixth, while Augusta State was picked to finish 12th in the 13-team league ... Lander was third (120), followed by Columbus State and Georgia College and State (104), USC Aiken (95), UNC Pembroke (69), Armstrong Atlantic State (67), North Georgia (53), Georgia Southwestern (48), Montevallo (45), Augusta State (29) and Flagler (12). (The Augusta Chronicle)
Softball Fall Ball Review Oct 30, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina softball team went a perfect 8-0 during its fall exhibition season, sweeping doubleheaders from Spartanburg Methodist, USC Aiken, Erskine and Chattanooga State. Sophomore had the most potent bat of any Gamecock during the fall, leading the team in batting average and slugging while ranking second in on-base percentage. (Uscsports.com)
Dogs can be party crashers in Jacksonville Oct 29, 2009
Dogs can be party crashers 102909 - The Augusta Chronicle. --- Florida and Alabama sit 1-2 in the polls and the Bowl Championship Series standings, seemingly on a collision course for another showdown in the Southeastern Conference title game. (The Augusta Chronicle)
More vaccines will come by next week Oct 28, 2009
Aiken County will give out both H1N1 flu shots and the nasal vaccine Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Aiken County Health Department, 828 Richland Ave. W. H1N1 clinics will also be held from 3 to 8 p.m. Monday at the North Augusta Health Department, 802 E. Martintown Road, Suite 170, and from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Aiken County Health Department. The H1N1 clinics are only for those in the priority group, and the health department did not receive as many doses as it had hoped, said... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Work force centers benefit from stimulus Oct 28, 2009
AIKEN --- Stimulus funds not only have helped some job seekers in Aiken County, but also have proved to be a plus for the agency that helps those people find employment ... 8 million of it has gone to work force centers in Aiken, Barnwell, Allendale, Calhoun, Orangeburg and Bamberg counties, said Sam Jordan, the work force development area administrator for the Lower Savannah Council of Governments, which manages the funds ... Tina Barfield, the area director for the Aiken Workforce Center, said... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Aiken County reports traffic fatality Oct 27, 2009
AIKEN - One person was killed in a two-vehicle crash this morning ... It involved a motorcycle and a car, said Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Georgia teams face off with titles on line Oct 27, 2009
Midland Valley (7-2, 3-1) at South Aiken (4-5, 3-1): Both teams are playoff-bound; the winner of this game will play host to a first-round game next week. Reach Matt Middleton at (706) 823-3425 or. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Sign company to bring jobs to Graniteville Oct 27, 2009
If the company closes the deal, the plant could open in Aiken County as early as this spring, Mr. Greytak said. Though some current employees might be moved to the Graniteville plant, a "significant number" of locals would be hired if the plan is finalized, Mr. Greytak said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Butler resigning from council, not politics Oct 26, 2009
AIKEN --- What began as a 17-year-old trying to prove a point has become a lifelong career in politics for Eddie Butler. Last Tuesday, The North Augusta native and Aiken County Council member took part in his last council meeting before his Nov. 3 resignation ... At 17, he announced his run for Aiken County Board of Education. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Patriots rout Buccaneers 35-7 at Wembley Oct 26, 2009
Brady had TD passes to Wes Welker, Sam Aiken and Benjamin Watson ... But Brady came back on his next series, ducked away from the rush and dumped the ball over the middle to Aiken, who slipped a tackle by Bucs linebacker Barrett Ruud and went down the sideline for a 54-yard score to make it 21-0 with 11:18 left in the half. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Woodside Plantation Oct 25, 2009
A golf buddy, Bob Franklin, introduced Mr. Williams to the Aiken Community Playhouse, where he has been involved in three theater productions since the beginning of the year ... SCHOOLS: Chukker Creek Elementary School, Kennedy Middle School and South Aiken High School ... SHOPPING: Residents are within a few minutes' drive of Aiken Mall and other shops along Whiskey Road and Silver Bluff Road. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Iraq casualties Oct 25, 2009
Aiken, South Carolina. Died of non-combat related injuries at Forward Operating Base St. Mere, Iraq, on October 28, 2003. (CNN -- Specials)
Parkway work nears completion Oct 24, 2009
AIKEN --- By next week, state Department of Transportation officials will know when some traffic can begin traveling on the not-yet-completed portion of the Palmetto Parkway. Claude Ipock, the project manager for the South Carolina DOT, said motorists will likely be able to utilize parts of the 6. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Seasonal flu shot in short supply locally Oct 24, 2009
Richmond County still has a limited number of nasal spray H1N1 vaccines, and Aiken County will hold H1N1 clinics next week ... Aiken County will hold H1N1 vaccines Oct. 31, Nov. 2 and Nov. 3, said Veleta Rudnick, disease surveillance response coordinator for the Aiken County Health Department ... - Family Pharmacy, 333 Newberry St., Aiken - No. (The Augusta Chronicle)
