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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 2012
Page
3
A TalkBack remark on Dick Cheney triggers a discussion about political sensitivity, arguing that comments about the president reflect partisan bias more than individual offense. The exchange centers on whether commentary should be judged by content or by party alignment.
A sharp retort about Cheney’s heart provokes debate over humor standards and public discourse. The remark prompts critics to question boundaries between satire and offense in political commentary.
A reader commends Minister Reed for his column on community improvement and emphasizes reliance on God for unity. The letter also discusses opinions on substance use and asserts that overdose risks vary by substance, with a provocative line about marijuana and sleep.
A reader argues the five justices voting for strip searches were appointed by Republicans while four opposing votes came from Democrats tied to Clinton and Obama, asserting the Obama administration bears no blame for the decision.
Reader voices outrage over criminals released after time served urging tougher prison terms. The letter questions the logic of a 20 year old offender walking free and asks how a judge would feel if his home were targeted.
Readers are invited to comment on the claim that North Korea now holds the record for the world's most expensive bottle rocket. Share thoughts via TalkBack at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial@paikenstandard.com. Comments may be edited for space and content.
The notice lists hours from 4 30 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 326 Butland Drive and provides phone numbers 648 2311 and 648 6052 plus editorial and managing editor names Tim O Grant Tobnant and Michael Gibbons and the newsroom line 644 2401 for the sports editor and news staff.
USC Aiken chancellor finalist Dr. Sandra Jordan argues liberal arts build global citizens and civic engagement. She notes demographic shifts and calls for clear storytelling to prove liberal arts relevance while addressing faculty workload and support during state funding pressures.
Ola Hitt, a longtime Aiken figure, marked her 102nd birthday with a drop in party at Trinity on Laurens. The event featured a 102 shaped cake, a guest book, and gifts from local women’s groups who plan a Ola Hitt Virtual Library. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh presided and lauded her decades of service and community leadership.
Information on mail delivery rates and subscriptions for The Aiken Standard. For redelivery call 803 648 2311. Re-delivery hours are 6 30 a.m. to 10 30 a.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. weekends.
The Crosland Park Neighborhood Association hosts its annual Clean Up on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon, meeting in front of the Crosland Park Neighborhood House. An Open House Extravaganza follows from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with eight homes open for viewing and sale starting at 892 Alfred St. A live broadcast by WAAW features Bryan Williams.
Crosland Park Neighborhood Association holds a cleanup Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon meeting at the Crosland Park Neighborhood House. City of Aiken and Aiken Properties host an Open House Extravaganza Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call Leasa Segura at 642-7723.
The City of Aiken announces April's character trait as Det. C. Lottery. Lottery numbers listed include Midday 3 6 9 7 and Five 1 9 8 6 4, Cash 3 Evening 4 1 8, Five Evening 4 3 8 5 9, Cash 4 B 4 1 7, Fantasy 5 1, Win For Life 6 7 11 13 31 42, Freeball 3.
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