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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 2012
Page
3
A commentator advocates alternative routes for youths, urging trade schools for those strong in math or English. College isn’t the only option, and practical training can suit capable students who excel in various skills.
The writer argues against policing body appearance and album art, blaming excessive prudishness for limiting expression. They urge ignoring provocative images and criticize a nation’s uptight stance on the human figure.
Citizens question why the Lau ren Street bridge inspector avoided reprimand after signs of neglect. The issue centers on inspection timing and whether proper procedures were followed before the bridge showed risk, leaving accountability discussions unresolved.
After a tornado struck Woodward Oklahoma residents faced a failed siren caused by a lightning strike. The incident highlights the need for a redundant siren system and suggests funding could come from a water rate increase.
Reader thanks Brian Parr PhD for his April 16 Aiken Standard piece on living and eating habits. The letter emphasizes reducing meat intake and notes environmental and health benefits while suggesting the piece overlooked factory farming horrors.
The article notes on July 17, 2008 that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi attributed rising gas prices to two oil men in the White House, naming Bush and Cheney. It then suggests Fox News and Republicans shift blame to Obama for elevated fuel costs.
A letter notes difficulty finding work in Aiken after two years of searching, contrasting with finding a job in Columbia in five days. The writer plans to move and urges others to share experiences via the TalkBack line at (803) 644-2384 or editorial at aikenstandard.com. Readers may comment briefly and anonymously. comments may be edited for space.
The Aiken Standard lists hours from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and provides address 326 Butland Drive with phone and fax numbers 648-2311 and 648-6052. Staff include Tim O Briant Michael Gibber Cam Huffman and newsroom line 644-2401.
Local lovers of literature will gather at Country Square Shopping Center for an Open House and Book Festival from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring seven authors, door prize drawings, and author talks. Rain or shine, events move indoors if needed and include library staff and animal rescue groups.
About 75 real estate pros heard seven candidates discuss licensing, property rights and economic development at Houndslake Country Club. Candidates included Young Vasovski Pettigrew Wells Vaughters Taylor and Massey. A straw poll will guide Realtor PAC actions ahead of the June 12 primary.
A 19 year old man, Arthur Wellington, 19 of Aiken, is charged with burglary for forcing entry into a locked Southside home while the resident was inside. Police tracked him after a call to 911. he briefly escaped custody before being recaptured and jailed at the Aiken County detention center.
The Aiken Gun Show runs today 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center 1700 Whiskey Road. Admission is 8 dollars per person with children under ...
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