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A letter to the editor questions Christian judgment over tattoos and attire while criticizing city planners for road work on Pine Log Road during the school year. The writer urges better transit information and mentions energy conservation debates amid rapid housing growth.
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Volunteers scan historic photos for Aiken heritage project
Center for African American History Art and Culture volunteers at Friendship Baptist Church scanned photographs for a pictorial history of African-Americans in Aiken County. The effort, led by USC Aiken historian Dr. Maggs Morehouse, will archive images for a future center on York Street and a public website.
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Jackson Dedicates Maxie Stevenson Field for Little League
Jackson honors Maxie Stevenson Sr. with the dedication of the Jackson Little League Fields now named Maxie Stevenson Field. Mayor Todd Etheredge praises community support from SCE&G and Rep. Roland Smith for a $10,000 donation and lighting upgrades across girls softball and pony and minor leagues.
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Quotes of the Week Highlight Court Bias and Local Crime
Judge Clifton Newman sentences Jay Winburn to three years in prison and two years probation for a 2005 attack on his former girlfriend. Sheriff Michael Hunt vows action after a meth lab raid. Ukrainian journalist Sergiy Kulyasov discusses Ukraine media. Local official Brian Sanders supports a smoking ban in county parks. Dianne Parker speaks on hospital infection disclosure amid concerns over patient safety.
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Aiken Standard Office Hours and Delivery Info
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Christ Central Aiken Works to Expand Summer Food Sites
Christ Central Ministries Aiken partners with Aiken County Parks Recreation and Tourism to expand Summer Food Program sites in rural areas. Judy Floyd cites need in Salley Perry Gloverville Wagener and Belvedere with 29 percent poverty in Salley and 40 percent under 18. Churches and public spaces can offer lunch sites walking distance for children. applications through Jennifer Lytle. training May 4 and 8.
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Plane Forced Landing on SRS Grounds
A small plane made an unscheduled emergency landing on the southeastern boundary of the Savannah River Site Saturday at about 7 p.m. The pilot was uninjured and authorities refer the case to the FAA for investigation.
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City of Character Aiken April trait creativity
Aiken highlights creativity as its character trait for April. Saturday lottery results show Pick 3 Midday 5-1-0 and Pick 4 Midday 8-5-3-4 with Cash 3 Midday 6-4-0 and Cash 4 Midday 5-5-7-6. Evening draws include Pick 3 7-0-2 and Pick 4 5-0-6-0 with Cash 3 Evening 5-2-1.
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