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Sale at CMONA next week

In honor of Community Ministry of North Augusta's volunteer Mildred Weeks' birthday, all clothes, shoes and purses will be half price Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008

Teacher is arrested in SLED investigation

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

The State Law Enforcement Division has arrested a 37-year-old North Augusta teacher who is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old female pupil.

Pet owners can prevent heatstrokes

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

All summer, I worry about dogs that stay outside during the day. Many people think that dogs will just naturally be OK in the heat and can adjust to rising temperatures. Not true.

Adoption Showcase

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

These pets are available for adoption through the Aiken County Animal Shelter.

Cigarettes are out in North Augusta

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:09 PM

Lighting up cigarettes in North Augusta can now bring a fine.

Mosquitoes can put big bite on budgets

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

Mosquitoes are more than blood-sucking, disease-carrying insects. They put a strain on finances as communities and homeowners try to control them.

Summer can be dangerous time for those who must be outdoors

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:09 PM

Outdoor work might lead to a quick trip to an emergency room if precautions are not taken to avoid overheating.

Stretching your dollar

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:09 PM

Creating a budget could be the key to survival -- even prosperity -- despite the gloomy economy.

Sterling House residents shook up by Elvis

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

Rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley brought smiles to Sterling House residents as they were reminded of their younger days Thursday.

Agency offers career guidance

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

Looking for a job? Need help with interviewing skills? The One Stop Career Center at Aiken Technical College offers help and advice for residents looking to increase their earnings potential.

Yard of the week: Nancy Gage

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

Anywhere visitors look in Nancy Gage's yard on Concord Avenue, they are likely to see a birdhouse perched nearby.

Technology is letting house do the talking

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

More than talk radio is available on AM stations.

North Augusta is... Donna Young

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

North Augusta's city clerk, Donna Young, keeps an eye on fashion.

Know Your Neighbor

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

NAME: Arnetta Flowers

Police Bookings

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

These are the bookings for the North Augusta Department of Public Safety for July 17-22. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:

Police Blotter

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

A thief stole items from a woman's purse, which was on the kitchen table of her home in the 1100 block of Ridgecrest Avenue.

Mark Your Calendar

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

THURSDAY: Noon; Plymouth fife and drum corps, under the direction of Jim Predhomme; Living History Park, 299 W. Spring Grove Ave.; www.colonialtimes.us

Events Elsewhere

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

THE INVENTIONS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI: Through Oct. 11; interpretive exhibition of artist's drawings, with interactive models, a virtual tour and a hands-on station; Fort Discovery, 1 Seventh St., Augusta; (706) 821-0200

Sports Notebook

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

The Tennessee Flight defeated the Boo Williams team 60-57 in the title game of the 2008 Nike Nationals tournament last week at Riverview Park Activities Center. The win gave the Flight a tournament record of 8-1.

Spotted

Posted Aug. 5, 2008 4:10 PM

The Nike Nationals basketball tournament was held July 29 at Riverview Park Activities Center