Help or Hindrance in a Nation’s Welfare Debate
A reader argues against universal government aid insisting Americans must earn success through hard work. The author claims welfare dependence drains resources, praises Backbone and self-reliance, and warns against turning the U S into a third world country. The piece urges those able to work to persevere.
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Men in heels spark awareness for domestic abuse
Reader criticizes men who wear heels to support awareness campaigns, calling the method insulting to men and urging alternative approaches while acknowledging the cause’s value. The letter argues men should show strength and dignity rather than cross-dressing for attention.
Readers urge end to wars and homecoming of troops
A reader letter condemns current policy, calls for bringing troops home, and refusing funding for three wars. It invites telephone or email input to the Aiken Standard TalkBack line while noting reader names are not required and will not be published.
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Stitchin Belles Calendar Correction for Today
Aiken Stitchin Belles meet today at 10 15 a m at the Aiken County Public Library with a program on Brazilian Embroidery. The Aiken Standard apologizes for the earlier error and affirms commitment to accurate local reporting.
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Edible earth parfait aids Girl Scout science lesson
Dozens of Girl Scouts at Ruth Patrick Science Education Center tried an edible earth parfait during a Mountains to Midlands program. Patti Bennett coordinated the event with volunteers from Savannah River Nuclear Solutions and Troop 2336.
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Disturbances and Thefts Reported Across Counties
Deputies responded to a disturbance on Trolley Line Road where a woman said a man choked her after kissing his wife. the subject fled, returned, and was found in a bathroom hiding before arrest on third degree assault and battery. Additional reports include a suspicious bleeding man at Robison Road, an armed robbery on Columbia Highway, thefts from homes, an ATM cash loss, a car kidnapping nearby, a Dillard’s shoplifter, and a laptop theft at a hotel.
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Night of the Arts at Oakwood-Windsor honors former principal
The Oakwood-Windsor Elementary School presents a Night of the Arts on Thursday April 28 at 6 p.m. dedicated to the late Dr. Alice Sheehan who led the school from 1998 and championed arts and performing arts. Family members will join alumni and staff for performances by first graders violinist Amy Ciravolo and violist Laura Tomlin among others.
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