Southerners Uphold Manners In Restaurants
A Southern observer notes that proper etiquette requires guests to remove hats upon entering a dining establishment, contrasting with the claimed stance of a gentleman who avoided this custom. The piece defends traditional manners as a social norm in the region.
Community Voices On North South Unity
A reader urges an end to regional hostility and promotes neighborly behavior across origins. The letter argues that everyone should be treated as good neighbors regardless of background and questions the need for ongoing animosity.
Public Opinions Support Bush and Call for Unity
A reader argues in favor of Bush citing biblical respect for authority and inheritance of past issues. They praise current efforts, urge cooperation, and suggest placing God first. The commenter contends Kerry is not fit to lead.
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Not All Massage Therapists Have Tattoos and Nails
A reader responds to a recent article on massage therapists arguing not all professionals have tattoos or long nails and calling for a more accurate portrayal. The letter also raises a broader debate about dress and etiquette for men and women in restaurants, challenging prevailing fashion norms.
Talkback readers urge local fixes before new topics
A reader calls for city maintenance priorities before new discussion topics. They request pruning limbs, mowing grass, repairing street lights, and home upkeep at Seven Oaks Drive and Town Creek Road. They also urge public input via Talkback hotline and email.
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Nicholson Village Opens Community Recreation Center
Nicholson Village dedicates a new park and recreation center on Highway 302 near Couchton. The facility includes a walking track and basketball court with plans for playground gear and a water fountain, funded by local groups and county support, and will also house a sheriff substation on Main Drive.
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Red Cross Moves Blood Center to York Street
The American Red Cross blood collection center relocates to 211 York Street NE beside First Baptist Church after six months in Heritage Square. The smaller 2238 square foot facility retains five beds and same services including apheresis and bloodmobile support with no service interruption planned Monday.
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Substation Opens in Nicholson Village Area
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office opened a new substation at 320 Community Drive in Nicholson Village to improve service and neighborhood policing. Sheriff Michael Hunt said the site will help deputies handle paperwork and calls promptly and stressed stronger community partnerships as Nicholson Village faces past issues. The county now runs seven substations including Belvedere Beech Island Clearwater Langley Monetta and Langley.
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Flower show titled A Breath of Spring by Palmetto Garden Club
The Palmetto Garden Club staged A Breath of Spring at the North Augusta Community Center. A juried show featured 12 design blooms and 40 to 50 horticulture plants across five classes with multiple blue ribbons and several Best in Show honors awarded to Linda Smiley, Betty Carter, Wandra Hensley, Kate Ann White, Nora Freeman, Donna Williams, Karen Thompson, and Wanda Hobbs.
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