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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 2012
Page
3
A resident appeals to officials at the Aiken Housing Authority, complaining of severe roach and bedbug infestations in local apartments. He notes ineffective glue traps and unaddressed quarterly inspections, urging action and responsive solutions.
Community members discuss observance of the National Day of Prayer at Odell Weeks with questions about inclusivity and expectations for President Obama’s participation. The note questions faith acknowledgment and the religious scope of the event.
A call to maintain harsh sentencing and long terms for crime including drug dealing murder gang activity rape and child abuse with emphasis on preventing early release and addressing overcrowding through tougher jail policies.
A public service style exhortation urges children to stay in school and pursue education. It warns against dropping out and implies better job prospects with schooling, contrasting with low quality employment. The tone is advisory and motivational.
The president’s fondness for dogs features in recent headlines. Reporters note the high public interest in the first pet’s activities and appearance during official events.
Property owners are advised to treat black or green slime on homes, fences, and buildings with a bleach and water solution. The guidance aims to eliminate slime buildup and reduce its spread.
The Aiken Standard invites readers to share batting averages or statistics via TalkBack at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial@aikenstandard.com. Names need not be published and comments should be brief. edits may be made for space and content.
The Aiken Standard lists operations from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday with offices at 326 Rutland Drive and phone numbers 648-2311 and 648-6052. Editor Tim O Briant and Michael Gibboni oversee production. The paper, established in 1867 by Aiken Communications Inc., operates P.O. Box 456, Aiken SC 29802.
Tracey Glass, a Covington high school teacher, brings French artist Amy Dobbs to Hope Lands Gardens to guide nearly two dozen Midland Valley students in plein air landscape painting inspired by Monet. Dobbs, long-time France resident and Areva executive spouse, emphasizes light over precise detail as students observe gardens and sketch scenes.
The Palmetto Kiwanis Club of Aiken hosts its seventh annual Wish Upon A Car Benefit Car Show at the Aiken Mall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish and Kiwanis child programs. preregistration is $15, day-of $20, with trophies in 17 classes and a People’s Choice Award.
The City of Aiken Parks Department will host the Aiken Slam Jam Skate contest on May 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Aiken State Park behind the H Odell Weeks Activities Center. Pre registration is $5 with a May 1 deadline. day of event registration is $10. Call 642 7631 for details.
A national Day of Prayer observance will be held in Aiken at the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center at 6 45 p m and on Laurens Street in downtown Aiken at noon on May 3.
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