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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1986
Page
15
Anti rabies clinics will vaccinate pets at four Aiken County locations tomorrow from 9 to noon and 1 to 3. Vaccines cost 3 dollars each. Additional clinics are planned April 26 May 3 and May 10. State law requires annual vaccination by a licensed vet.
Dedication dates announced for North Augusta Elementary on May 13 at 7 p.m. at 400 E. Spring Grove Ave. Redcliffe Elementary on May 13 between Beech Island and Jackson at 7 p.m. and Aiken Elementary on May 27 at 7 p.m. at 2050 Pine Log Road. A voter registration team will host Saturday 1 to 2 p.m. at Corner Grille 906 Hampton Ave. Frances Pennington.
The Aiken Department of Public Safety received a $20,000 federal grant to install 1,000 smoke detectors in homes of seniors and fund an elementary school fire safety education program in 18 county schools. Volunteers begin installing detectors for residents over 60 who cannot afford them, while inspectors train teachers to include fire safety in health classes.
About 35 workers and two SC Workers Rights Project representatives met in Gloverville to allege that UM&M is systematically firing long‑time staff at the Clearwater Finishing Plant and replacing them with Daniel Construction crews. They claim 60 jobs have moved, with Daniel offering fewer benefits and requiring an unfamiliar test. UM&M and Daniel could not respond.
The South Carolina Senate advances a plan to create nine single member districts for Aiken County Board of Education. Sen. Moore warns of amendments next week while Rep. Huff urges hearings and possible delay due to federal review. Officials expect possible implementation for 1986 to 1990, with Justice Department approval required.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Phil Lader urged North Augusta residents to curb pornography by setting community standards not through new laws. He urged buying power to influence stores, urged groups to protest objectionable films, and suggested withholding cable licenses from vendors showing objectionable material.
Aiken County Legislative Delegation members insist taxing power rests with them. Senators Moore Setzler and Rep Huff back the view, while the board cites the Education Improvement Act’s local effort requirements. A January Midland Valley meeting highlighted a 3.64 mill need to sustain current per pupil funding for 1986.
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