Thanks to the person who made the Dunbarton Oaks sign pretty
Readers respond with thanks for a sign at Dunbarton Oaks and debate over political figures. The column notes praise for a sign maker, questions Bush compared to Roosevelt or Kennedy, comments on local horse display and Lindsey Graham’s support of a minor, highlighting reader voices.
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Teen refugee child advocates stay for good in city
A teen who arrived at age two pledges to remain, urging locals not to demand she return to her country. The message condemns inconsiderate attitudes and stresses the girl’s long residence and need to stay.
Griselda Lopez Targeted as Illegal Immigrant Debate
A controversial local discussion labels Griselda Lopez as an illegal immigrant and questions how authorities should handle her status amid broader immigration policy concerns.
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Readers Suggest Alternatives to O'Charley’s in Aiken
A letter to the editor urges replacing the O'Charley’s near the church with Cracker Barrel or Fresh Market Grocery. The reader invites comments via Talkback hotline or email, notes names not required, and that the newspaper may edit for space and content.
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Free mulch at Citizens Park in Aiken draws crowd
After the January ice storm, the city turned 80 000 cubic yards of debris into 20 000 cubic yards of mulch free for pickup. Homeowners began gathering mulch on a Saturday with status to April 25 set for distribution. People praised cedar rich mulch while loading with pitch forks and front end loaders.
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Metronome program aids ADHD study expanding uses
The Interactive Metronome program, initially for musicians, is studied as a non drug ADHD intervention at eight sites led by Dr. Andrew Hopkins. The trial targets 50 boys ages 6 to 11, with control and treatment groups, and will include non medication practices alongside other therapies. participants may access training after the study. Call 644-7897 for details.
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Busy couple marks 50th wedding anniversary and long service
Si and Jo Lambert celebrated their 50th anniversary after a life filled with service. They helped repair flood damaged homes in Corpus Christi as Luther Disaster Response volunteers. Si, a Korean War veteran, and Jo, rooted in Minnesota, long aided Red Cross, church causes, and hospital heart patients.
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