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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 2010
Page
3
The message questions Sens Lindsey Graham and Jim DeMint voting no on unemployment benefits, comments on race, Bush, and local South Aiken sports coverage, noting Aiken girls beat South Aiken but receiving minimal reporting while asking about equity.
The remark praises racist ideology while claiming Obama represents hope for America, highlighting the tension between endorsing extremist views and national unity. The comment juxtaposes religious gun culture with political rhetoric, illustrating a charged cultural dispute.
A reader urges reallocating sales tax toward libraries and youth programs rather than police cars. They cite chronic library dilapidation and ineffective crime fighting and call for proactive measures to reduce crime and support community growth.
The text contrasts higher hazard pay for underground miners with lower pay for workers who stayed above ground, likening the disparity to compensation given to astronauts and other high risk roles. It highlights a pay inequity based on exposure to danger within mining operations.
The article urges readers to share views on a school bond referendum claimed to improve report cards through better facilities. It promotes submission via TalkBack line (803) 644-2384 or email without requiring names, noting editorials may be edited for space.
The majority of Aiken County Council backs the Capital Projects Sales Tax Committee recommendation to deny funding to outside agencies including the Center for African American History Art and Culture. Members cite focusing on foundational needs and consider EMS ambulances sheriff’s office vehicles road paving and facilities as priorities. May 3 meeting set to amend the proposed sales tax list.
A two year old brindle pit bull mix named Precious was found at the scene of a killing on Buckboard Road in Wagoner. She was severely emaciated with hundreds of ticks and required days of medicated baths to remove them. She survived while the male dog was euthanized. Precious is described as gentle, leash trained, and not animal aggressive. Adoption is through the Aiken County Animal Shelter with a 70 dollar fee including vaccines and spay neuter. Call 642 1537 for details.
The Friends of the Aiken Library presented Library Manager Michael Swan with a 3000 check to support the 2010 Summer Reading Program. ABBE Regional Library System Director Mary Jo Dawson discussed local option sales tax allocations, noting funds for the Solicitor's Office space needs.
The notice lists office hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, address 326 Rutland Drive Aiken SC 29802, and contact numbers including 648-2311 and 644-2380. It notes staff and roles such as Tim O Briant and Michael Gi managing editor, Cam Huffman sports editor, and Scott B Hunter. It provides subscription rates and Sunday Plus delivery dates for 2009.
Tuesday results list the midday Pick 3 8 6 5 and Pick 4 3 6 5 3. Evening Pick 3 7 2 1 and Pick 4 6 8 2 . Palmetto Cash 5 drawn 3 6 25 30 31 with Power Up not specified. Mega Millions numbers are 5 8 10 34 42 with Mega Ball 25 and MegaPlier 4.
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