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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 2007
Page
5
The Aiken Standard discusses space limits for print and notes a Focus on You section that highlights community members. Reporters bring back many digital images, aiming to publish as many pictures as possible in the printed edition.
A reader urges the paper to publish a regular special section of photos featuring Aiken residents enjoying events. They note many readers lack computers and request weekly or biweekly web photos be printed in print to share community moments.
Community voices urge Aiken to adopt stricter drug laws similar to other states. Proposals include asset forfeiture for drug busts so homeowners and vehicles could be affected, reinforcing landlord caution and potentially reducing drug activity.
Aiken residents question why noise rules draw more attention than speeding and urge tougher enforcement. They note Highway 78 bypass around Montmorenci lacks funding despite 10 years of easement work and three years of engineering. They ask how many deaths are needed before action occurs.
A resident argues for annexing pockets on the city edge amid traffic and service concerns. They urge a clause requiring newly annexed homeowners to obey city codes and call for clear responsibility between County and City for this area.
Readers advocate forgiveness for Don Imus in a brief TalkBack submission. The piece urges clemency and notes readers may comment via the Aiken Standard platform online phone or email.
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