Sensitivity urged in reporting exhumation language
Back News editors caution reporters to avoid the phrase dug up when describing an exhumation. The advisory stresses neutral wording in all updates to respect readers and subjects.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 2009
Page
3
Back News editors caution reporters to avoid the phrase dug up when describing an exhumation. The advisory stresses neutral wording in all updates to respect readers and subjects.
A resident commends Sheriff Hunt for engaging with residents and closing down bars seen as trouble hotspots. The speaker supports stricter drug enforcement in New Ellenton and questions uneven policing of school zones between county and city limits.
Public officials pledge dedication during campaigns but face scrutiny after election as responsibilities and public duties clash with campaign promises and community needs.
A reader urges a new governor and senator for South Carolina, condemns education cuts and tax waste, supports stimulus checks, and asks others to call a TalkBack hotline or email with brief comments for possible publication.
In Discover Aiken Golf guide, Houndslake has three 9 hole courses Azalea Dogwood Laurel totaling 27 holes. The Aiken Standard apologizes for the error and invites readers to report factual corrections by phone or email.
Samantha Titus watches her sons enjoy inflatables and face painting at the Aiken/Barnwell Head Start center festival in Gloverville. The event promotes fall enrollment as Head Start outlines early education roles and aims to upgrade transportation and facilities with forthcoming federal funds.
More than 500 participants joined the PGA of America outreach at the Golf Club at Cedar Creek for free 10 minute lessons. Aiken area golf pros demonstrated tips while attendees tested new products, entered raffles, and enjoyed a cookout.
The notice lists office hours about 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday through Friday with contact numbers for the newsroom and editors, address PO Box 456 326 Rutland Drive Aiken SC 29802 and information on subscriptions EZ Pay rates and Sunday Plus delivery dates for 2008.
Aiken County Councilman Willar Hightower faces a humorous roast hosted by the Cemetery Board at American Legion Post 212 on Hampton Avenue. The event includes tours, a wine and cheese reception, and a dinner program to raise funds for Pine Lawn Cemetery restoration and maintenance. Tickets are 35 dollars with James Holland listed for information.
Aiken County Rabies Clinics are planned Saturday at six sites. Locations include Family Pet Practice 8 am to 2 pm, North Augusta Magistrate Office 9 to 11 am, Veterinary Services 9 am to noon, Center Fire Department 1 to 3 pm, Windsor Recreation Center 1 to 3 pm, and Highway 278 and Silver Bluff Road 3 to 4 pm. The vaccination fee is $3 per animal. Dogs must be leashed and cats in carriers.
Greater Aiken VFW Post 10601 announces Burger Night on April 15 at 6 p.m. each plate costs 6 dollars. For more information call 649-5781.
The Aiken Standard lists April as Virtue for the month and provides Lotto results for Saturdays in Pick 3 and Pick 4 Midday and Evening draws, Powerball with Powerplay, and Cash 3 and Cash 4 numbers. Some games such as Cash 4 Evening and Fantasy 5 were not available at presstime. check Monday issue for complete winning numbers.
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