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 October
2007 Archive
Three bodies discovered in apparent double murder-suicide in Edgefield (Photos) EdgefieldDaily.com first media outlet with story, alerts all other media of event web posted October 31, 2007 EDGEFIELD – Three people are dead in what authorities are referring to as a double murder-suicide at a home on the 200 block of Pickens Street in Edgefield. 911 received the call from a neighbor around 4:48pm stating that the three bodies had been discovered. Edgefield Police and Sheriff’s Deputies raced to the scene and found the bodies of a man, a woman, and a female teenager. EdgefieldDaily.com Victims identified web posted October 31, 2007 EDGEFIELD – The names of the three people found shot to death at the family home in Edgefield has been released. Edgefield County Coroner Thurmond Burnett said the identities are Robert Herring, 44, his wife Lesley Arangilan, 34, and Jade Arangilan, 17. EdgefieldDaily.com Burglar sought in manhunt arrested (Photo) web posted October 31, 2007 JOHNSTON – Johnston Police Chief Chris Aston said one of the men responsible for the early morning burglary of the Johnston IGA Food Store on Lee Street on October 17 that led to an all night and all day manhunt is now in custody. Maurice Anthony Odom, 32, of Texas Lane, Williston SC, was taken into custody Tuesday morning and is currently being held on a total of $200,000 bonds at the Edgefield County Detention Center. “He won’t be gong anywhere anytime soon, “Aston said. EdgefieldDaily.com More Schools Meet Federal NCLB Standards in Edgefield County web posted October 31, 2007 COUNTY – More schools in Edgefield County met the National No Child Left Behind standards this year. Johnston Elementary, Merriwether Elementary and W. E. Parker Elementary schools met 100% of the US Department of Education objectives. Last year only one school met 100% of the objectives. EdgefieldDaily.com More check scams found in Edgefield web posted October 31, 2007 EDGEFIELD – An Edgefield woman gave EdgefieldDaily.com a letter and a check for $2,500 that came in the mail to her daughter and asked if it was a possible scam. The enclosed letter stated that a Company named ICM was hiring for a “Quality Assurance Analyst” and all they asked was that she make a money transfer and then send in a report about the company “Money Gram” which was to be used for the transfer. In return, she would keep $250 of the $2,500 check that was also enclosed. EdgefieldDaily.com “Spirit Week” a success at JET Middle School web posted October 31, 2007 JOHNSTON – Spirit week was four days of fun and excitement as JET Middle School anticipated playing their rival Merriwether Middle on Thursday afternoon. Faculty and students were willing to show that Eagle spirit by dressing up. Spirit days were organized by the cheerleaders and their sponsors Jill Cockrell and Jessica Johnson: EdgefieldDaily.com BBB warns of scams using their name web posted October 31, 2007 COUNTY – The BBB has received several complaints from businesses and consumers about a spoofing scam using the BBB name and a false FTC e-mail address to entice recipients to access potentially damaging hyperlinks and attachments. The message reads: “A complaint has been filled against you and the company you are affiliated to by Mr. George Hanson and sent to Federal Trade Commission by fax, in witch he's claiming that he has been cheated by you and your company in paying a greater amount of money than the one appearing on the invoice you gave him for using your services. EdgefieldDaily.com Letter to the Editor: Edgefield County Recreation Director seeks help with Youth Basketball League Director claims: "We are not a baby sitting service" web posted October 31, 2007 Dear Editor, The County Recreation department over the past three years has offered a basketball league for our youth. Within those three years we have averaged around 80 kids per season but we have had a big problem with parental or adult support for the program. EdgefieldDaily.com Opinions Edgefield deals with power outage and possible Hospital fire Monday morning (Photos) web posted October 30, 2007 EDGEFIELD – A limb falling on a power line on Railroad Avenue started a chain of events that had the Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office, Edgefield Police and Fire Departments, and the Trenton Fire Department called to service. The power line gave way under the weight of the limb and caused one of the transformers on the pole to erupt in flames around 11 am Monday and knocked out power from Railroad Ave to the entire Edgefield Town Square. While Edgefield firefighters were arriving on the scene another call came in of a possible fire at the Edgefield Hospital and the patients were being evacuated. EdgefieldDaily.com Sheriff's Office continues to seek public's help in apprehending alleged child molester (Photo) web re-posted October 30, 2007 EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a wanted man accused of molesting a ten-year-old Edgefield County girl. Howard Russell Bodie, 56, may be in the lower Edgefield County area or the western end of Aiken County. Sheriff’s Chief Investigator Randy Doran said a warrant for Mr. Bodie’s arrest has been issued. EdgefieldDaily.com Johnston woman wins in battle over EMS charge, wants others made aware of billing practice web posted October 30, 2007 EDGEFIELD – A Johnston woman’s son was in a wreck on April 8, 2007, when he “rear-ended another vehicle.” The two occupants of the car he hit asked for an ambulance and Edgefield County EMS responded. Michelle Clark, of Johnston also responded to check on her son and said, “I was on the scene of the accident before the police or EMS was. When the EMT asked me if my children needed treatment, I said no.” Mrs. Clark says she then signed a form stating they were refusing treatment. That form, she said, became a nightmare ever since. EdgefieldDaily.com Governor Sanford Issues Statement on Students' Deaths web posted October 30, 2007 COLUMBIA – Governor Mark Sanford issued the following statement on Monday following the fire in North Carolina that claimed the lives of seven South Carolina college students in Ocean Isle Beach, six of which were from the University of South Carolina, the other from Clemson. EdgefieldDaily.com Halloween Trick or Treat schedules set for area towns web posted October 30, 2007 PSA – COUNTY – The Three local towns, Edgefield, Johnston, and Trenton have set the hours for Trick or Treating for the hours of 6:30 to 8 pm Wednesday. Area businesses have instituted a policy of no masks for patrons entering their stores during the Halloween celebration. Parents are advised to accompany their children during the night and to use flashlights and reflective clothing in addition to the costumes. Speed limits in some areas of the towns will be reduced during the hours of trick or treating. Rebels to host North Charleston for First Round Playoff game web posted October 30, 2007 JOHNSTON – The Strom Thurmond High School Rebels will play North Charleston in the first round of playoffs this Friday evening, November 2. The game will be held Strom Thurmond home stadium beginning at 8:00 p.m. Tickets will be $6.00 each. Only South Carolina High School League passes are accepted. Aiken Regional Medical Centers points out the Importance of Flu Shots web posted October 30, 2007 PSA - AIKEN – The best way to prevent the flu or lessen its effects is to get a flu shot. According to the CDC, the ideal time to be immunized against the flu is as early as October, however, November or December are also acceptable times, since it takes 10 to 14 days after immunization to reach peak levels of immunity. The flu season usually is over by early to mid-February, and the real flu season with large numbers of confirmed cases does not begin ordinarily until the middle of December. EdgefieldDaily.com Letter to the Editor: Jubilee gave “a great opportunity” for others to discover the history of Oakley Park, writer says web posted October 30, 2007 Dear Editor, This is in response to Clarice Wise’s letter published in your site. I realize this was one persons view of the recent “Jubilee” held at Oakley Park so I do hope you will do me the courtesy of publishing another view. EdgefieldDaily.com So You Think You Know Everything? A Column by Carl Langley web posted October 30, 2007 GUEST COLUMN – The following is a weekly quiz compiled by retired newspaper reporter, editor and columnist Carl Langley. It is aimed at expanding a reader’s word power and general knowledge. Take the quiz and write down your answers to see how well you score. EdgefieldDaily.com US Congressman Barrett visits Edgefield in support of Shane Massey (Photos) web posted October 29, 2007 EDGEFIELD – US House Rep. Gresham Barrett was in Edgefield on Saturday attending a “Meet and Greet” for District 25 State Senate candidate Shane Massey. “What a beautiful day, what a beautiful state, and what a beautiful town. Thank you for being here,” Rep. Barrett said after being introduced. “I’m excited to be here today, and the reason I’m excited is for that gentleman right back there (Shane Massey).” EdgefieldDaily.com Rebels take second place in Region with 38-14 win over Midland Valley web posted October 29, 2007 JOHNSTON – Strom Thurmond secured second place in Region 4-AAA with a 38-14 win over the Midland Valley Mustangs in the regular season finale for both teams Friday. The second place finish ends a run of three consecutive region titles for the Rebels who finish 6-4 overall and 4-1 in region play. EdgefieldDaily.com Sports Lower State playoff preview web posted October 29, 2007 JOHNSTON – Strom Thurmond High School opens the first round of the Class AAA Lower State football playoffs this Friday at home. The Rebels finished second in Region 4-AAA with a 4-1 record; their opponent, the North Charleston High Cougars finished 2-3 in Region 7-AAA. EdgefieldDaily.com Sports Trenton Flyers host "Candy Drop" at Trenton Airport (Photos) web posted October 29, 2007 TRENTON – The Trenton Flyers held their annual “Halloween Candy Drop” at the Trenton Airport much to the delight of countless area children. As members flew overhead in ultra light aircraft and a helicopter dropping their cargo of candy, area children rushed to the field to scoop up the goodies. EdgefieldDaily.com Public Libraries Sponsor Contest to Promote Self-Checkout Machines Grand prize winner will receive a laptop during November contest web posted October 29, 2007 PSA – Library patrons in Aiken, Bamberg, Barnwell, and Edgefield have a chance to win an Acer Laptop by visiting their local public library between November 1 and November 30, 2007 and checking out library materials on the new self-checkout machines. EdgefieldDaily.com Halloween party goodies web posted October 29, 2007 WEBNEWS – With Halloween coming this Wednesday EdgefieldDaily.com took some of our over 500 recipes and selected those with the Halloween theme and placed them here for those planning a gathering or party for Halloween. Be sure to check out the rest of the great cooking, punch, appetizers and other ideas in the Country Cooking Section. Send in your favorite and help Edgefield County’s only local online recipe web page grow. EdgefieldDaily.com Edgefield Library hosting an assortment of events web posted October 29, 2007 PSA - EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Library has several activities and events planned for the next few weeks. Oct. 31st from 4-6 p.m. there will be Storytelling (5 -5:30) and TrickorTreat@yourlibrary. Visit the Edgefield County Library in your costume and receive a prize. Dress up as a storybook character and receive two. Win "Best storybook character" and receive 3! All ages. EdgefieldDaily.com Rebels pound Midland Valley 38-14: Advance to home field advantage in next week's play-off game web posted October 26, 2007 JOHNSTON – The Strom Thurmond Rebels pounded Midland Valley Friday night in the regular season closer with a 38-14 final score, after leading 24-7 at the end of the third quarter. With the regional win the Rebels end the season with a 4-1 region record, 6-4 overall, and has secured a home field advantage in next week's. EdgefieldDaily.com Sports will have a complete report Monday. One man injured in fiery crash web posted October 27, 2007 NORTHSIDE – One man was seriously injured in an early morning fiery crash on Highway 378 just before 9 am Friday. According to available information, the driver of a black Ford F150 was crossing Hyw. 378 from Walker Road when a westbound green Chevrolet Z71 pulling a Ranger bass boat hit the Ford broadside. The boat came dislodged from the truck and both trucks left the edge of the road with one bursting into flames. EdgefieldDaily.com Rep. Barrett and Shane Massey to be in Edgefield today web posted October 27, 2007 EDGEFIELD – Congressman Gresham Barrett (R-SC) will be attending a “meet and greet” with Republican District 25 State Senate candidate Shane Massey in Edgefield today. The event will be held at the Edgefield Town Gym at 4 pm and free hot dogs and refreshments will be provided. The public is invited to attend. For more information call 803-637-3772. Letters to the Editor Writer offers contradictions to UDC President's claims Writer says Massey has the “right kind of experience” for Senate web posted October 27, 2007 EdgefieldDaily.com Off the Wall: District Attorney says schools run afoul of Maine law with middle school birth control Schools must report anyone under age 14 who's having sex web posted October 27, 2007 After King Middle School moves to offer birth control, the District Attorney says schools must report anyone under age 14 who's having sex. Maine law prohibits having sex with a person under age 14, regardless of the age of the other person involved, Anderson said. Off The Wall Pit bulls shot by deputy during attack on farm animals web posted October 26, 2007 TRENTON – An Edgefield Sheriff’s Deputy has been forced to shoot dogs again, this time in Trenton. Deputies responded to a call from a Courtney Road resident saying that dogs had entered a pen with several pigs and one had already been killed by the pit bulls. EdgefieldDaily.com DHEC Flu shot schedule to end in two weeks web posted October 26, 2007 PSA – With influenza season approaching, South Carolinians and especially those with a higher risk for flu-related complications along with those who live with or care for people at high risk are encouraged to get their flu vaccinations. DHEC is only one of many flu shot providers. Check to see if your medical practitioner is offering flu shots as well. EdgefieldDaily.com Angel's Helping Sarah's Santa seeks donations web posted October 26, 2007 PSA – Angel's Helping Sarah's Santa needs everyone’s help. We are gearing up to collect gifts for special children throughout our community. We have helped many children in the past years, but again we come to the great citizens of Edgefield County to ask for help. EdgefieldDaily.com Holiday events planned for McCormick web posted October 26, 2007 MCCORMICK – The McCormick County Chamber of Commerce will partner with the Town of McCormick to sponsor several Holiday Events. Mark your calendars for both December 1, and December 8th. On Saturday evening December 1 there will be Christmas tree lighting at 7:00 p.m. in the MACK Park. The community will come together to sing Carols and light the tree and celebrate the season. EdgefieldDaily.com Turkeys spotted (Photos) web posted October 26, 2007 COUNTY – Several turkeys were spotted along Sweetwater Road on Thursday afternoon. While at least a dozen evaded being photographed, two were captured in a wooded area unfazed by the presence of the photographer. With Thanksgiving coming, the two turkeys might want to be a little more careful. EdgefieldDaily.com Strom Thurmond vs Midland Valley Football game available on live Webcast tonight web posted October 26, 2007 WEBNEWS – The Strom Thurmond - Midland Valley Football game will be available online beginning at 7:30 EST (pregame - game time 8 pm EST). A full recap of the game will be available Monday by EdgefieldDaily.com's Sports. The score will be posted online within 3-5 minutes of the game ending. The webcast is made available by the Edgefield County School District and WKSX 92.7 FM. Strom Thurmond/92.7FM Off The Wall: So much for a "higher education" So much for higher education: Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder, a University of Florida graduate, confessed today he didn't know until Tuesday that people spoke English in London and that he would not need a "translator" while in the UK. Off The Wall KKK's first targets were Republicans Democrats credited with starting racist group that attacked both blacks and whites web posted October 26, 2007 The original targets of the Ku Klux Klan were Republicans, both black and white, according to a new television program and book, which describe how the Democrats started the KKK and for decades harassed the GOP with lynchings and threats. An estimated 3,446 blacks and 1,297 whites died at the end of KKK ropes from 1882 to 1964. WorldNetDaily Sheriff's Office seeks public's help in apprehending alleged molester (Photo) web posted October 25, 2007 EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a wanted man accused of molesting a ten-year-old Edgefield County girl. Howard Russell Bodie, 56, may be in the lower Edgefield County area or the western end of Aiken County. Sheriff’s Chief Investigator Randy Doran said a warrant for Mr. Bodie’s arrest has been issued. EdgefieldDaily.com Crash halts traffic on Highway 25 during morning rush hour (Photos) web posted October 25, 2007 MERRIWETHER – An early morning crash halted traffic on Highway 25 near Short Cut Road Wednesday morning just before 8 am. A man driving northbound on Highway 25 lost control of his Ford Crown Victoria when it left the right hand side of the highway striking a power pole and landing the car on its side. The power pole snapped near the top and the power lines and a transformer hung perilously over the crash site. EdgefieldDaily.com Sandy Oaks Professional Rodeo starts Friday web posted October 25, 2007 EDGEFIELD – The Sandy Oaks Professional Rodeo kicks off this weekend and advance tickets are still available at a reduced rate. Make plans to participate in Edgefield County's only organized professional sport. Sandy Oaks Pro Rodeo Turkey Federation adds to Operation Rudolph Mission for Troops in Iraq web posted October 25, 2007 EDGEFIELD – As part of Operation Rudolph, members of the Marine Corps League Detachment 939, picked up a donation of 8,000 hats and 8,000 National Wild Turkey Federation magazines from the Wild Turkey Center in Edgefield. The items will be sent with other donated items collected by Marine Corps members throughout South Carolina to the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force in Fallujah, Iraq. EdgefieldDaily.com Clyburn Calls on Massey to Denounce Private School Voucher Group web posted October 25, 2007 AIKEN – Representative Bill Clyburn, candidate for Senate District 25, today called on his opponent, Shane Massey, to denounce the anti-public education group South Carolinians for Responsible Government’s latest misleading attack mailer and their private school voucher agenda. EdgefieldDaily.com Johnston home site of recent burglary web posted October 25, 2007 JOHNSTON – A Johnston man reported a burglary to his Aiken Street home Monday. The man left the home around 7 am and returned just before noon and discovered his back door, window, and frame broken. EdgefieldDaily.com Off The Wall: Obama: No flag pin and now no hand on heart for National Anthem web posted October 25, 2007 Off The Wall Clyburn meets with supporters in Merriwether (Photos) web posted October 24, 2007 |
