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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 2010
Page
3
A reflective opinion piece questions how race and bi racial identity influence leadership in national governance. It contrasts public expectations with personal identity and explores implications for policy and political perception.
In Aiken a debate arises over erecting a statue for an honoree who may not resemble the individual intended to be honored. The discussion questions whether William Aiken Jr. should be represented as his mother imagined him.
Readers vent in the TalkBack feature about the proliferation of hamburger eateries in Aiken. The letters inquire why the city lacks a German or kosher deli and express fatigue with current burger options.
The project funding stems from federal, state and local taxes paid by the public. Taxpayers fund the traffic light initiative, regardless of government branch origin.
City officials are urged to publish a thorough report comparing water and sewer rate changes, detailing where funds go and how consumption, infrastructure, and operating costs drive increases compared with other districts in the state.
Fragmentary notes discuss Woodside Plantation inside city limits and buying a lot to drive through. A stray line asks about the cost to build North Augusta High School and mentions Obama and China, but most details are unclear.
An observer says history will record the Obama administration as the period that saved the country, highlighting a pivotal turn in national policy and leadership.
Readers question why education lottery funds are not used to support schools and buses. The letter encourages TalkBack participation via line 803 644 2384 or email editorial at aikenstandard.com, noting names won’t be published and edits may occur for space.
Susan Crotwell and her family joined the Leadership Aiken County bocce event to raise funds for a playground for children with disabilities. The project aims for about 175000 dollars, with city funding potential through a local option sales tax. Teams from Banks Mill Feed and The Island club competed, with colorful retro outfits tied to a 1920s style.
Chukker Creek fourth and fifth graders join South Boundary in a benefit program to encourage boys to sing. The event features performances by the Boundary Boys with South Boundary led by Bill Riehl and music teacher Joyce English.
Tracey and Jim Murray's Oak Manor Saddlery offers a consignment room at 2677 Wagoner Road with a full range of used equestrian equipment. Aiken residents have embraced the program, bringing in goods for resale as the Mobile Trailer appears at the Aiken Spring Classic Horse Shows for two weeks. For details call 641-7070 or visit oakmanorsaddlery.com.
The city gains 18000 dollars from the Forestry Commission under ARRA funds to remove structurally unsound public trees and plant replacements in parks and along public ways. Funds support assessments removals pruning and plantings by South Carolina tree service firms. Auditions for the Aiken Civic Ballet Company will be held Saturday at 142 Greenville St for dancers 13 and older, with Nutcracker performances planned for Dec 18-19. Independent judges will attend. call 648-5771 or visit the company site.
The notice lists newsroom phone numbers and emails for submitting tips and editorial inquiries. It cites managing editor Michael Gibbons and sports editor Cam Huffman with contact details, plus publisher and mailing information for The Aiken Standard established in 1867. It also includes subscription rates and delivery dates for 2009.
Georgia and Palmetto Lottery results recap with Pick 3 and Pick 4 midday and evening figures including Cash 5 and Powerball draws. Powerball set at 15 with Powerplay 5, while Cash 3 and Cash 4 evening numbers are listed or noted as unavailable at press time.
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