Politicians Lie Says Editorial Voice
A reader challenge notes that politicians lie, arguing that the president’s ears would trail if lies grew. The piece states that deception is common across politicians and argues for scrutiny regardless of party.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 2012
Page
3
CDs Requested After Break‑In
A car break in prompts the owner to recover CDs and tapes from the thief. The thief may keep a boombox speakers and an iPod but must return all CDs and tapes. The plea stresses retrieval of physical media while allowing ownership of other items.
Gas price discrepancies in Aiken question
A reader asks why Aiken gas prices remain about 20 cents higher than nearby towns. They report Johnston at 3.40 per gallon, North Augusta at 3.38, and Jackson at 3.40, urging local stations to adjust pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken
Johnston
North Augusta
Jackson
Health insurance mandate discussed amid policy debate
The article argues health coverage will be compulsory regardless of personal circumstances. It notes exemptions for those without cars, dogs, guns, or fish licenses while warning that health insurance remains a required purchase under the policy.
How did Obama attend elite Hawaii private school
The article notes that Obama attended prestigious Punahou School in Hawaii after his mother moved him there, a pathway funded by scholarships and family support rather than a silver inheritance. It highlights financial aid and enrollment connections that allowed a Kenyan-born student from a mixed background to access the school, illustrating the nuance behind the phrase about wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Obama
Hawaii
Commentary on violent conduct in sports sparks reader responses
Readers react to a violent incident involving Metta World Peace in a basketball game. The caller argues such actions merit harsher punishment and questions the NBA. Aiken Standard invites public feedback via a TalkBack hotline and email, noting names may be omitted and comments edited for space.
Correction notice for Corvette auction listing at Palmetto Kiwanis Club show
The Aiken Standard corrects an error from Sunday’s paper stating a 1968 Corvette was auctioned. The card shows the car at a Saturday show sponsored by the Palmetto Kiwanis Club of Aiken. Readers asked to report corrections to Mike Gibbons at 644-2381 or editorial at aikenstandard.com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmetto Kiwanis Club
Aiken
Aiken County
South Carolina
Mike Gibbons
Editorial
Aikenstandard.com
Scott B. Hunter
Aikenstandard
Baikanetandardt Gorm Office Hours at Rutland Drive
The note lists office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 326 Rutland Drive with telephone and fax numbers 648-2311 and 648-6052, suggesting a business or professional contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutland Drive
Aiken SC Postal Notice Confirms Address Changes
Public notice from a local newspaper references mail delivery and EZ Pay lines with postal service details. It lists Box 456 Rutland Drive Aiken South Carolina 29802 for postmaster and address change submissions. The notice mentions the year 1867 and references post office box information for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tao Ines Iandans Gdon
Deny PC
Rutland Drive
Aiken Sc
Cummane Pecteee
Beside the Badge gives 17K to Aiken Public Safety fund
Beside the Badge presented a 17000 dollar grant to the Aiken Department of Public Safety from the We Go On T shirt fundraiser at St. Augustine of Canterbury. The proceeds support sending officers Scotty Richardson and Sandy Rogers to Police Week in Washington, D C, with shifts scheduled in May 2013 and May 12 16 respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken Department of Public Safety
St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church
Aiken Public Safety
Scotty Richardson
Cpl
Sandy Rogers
Washington, D.C
Allison Comer
Richardson
Rogers
Scotty
Sandy
Scott
Comer
Jamie
Ers
Barn Cats to Parade Downtown as Fundraiser Grows
The Gaston Livery Stable fundraiser adds Barney the 28 inch barn cat to the Horseplay display in downtown Aiken. Sponsors pay 450 dollars per cat for artful designs by local artists, with 25 to 30 cats planned and 16 already spoken for. Cats debut in October with a Parade of Cats, then tour downtown and head to auction with proceeds supporting the nonprofit’s mortgage and restoration efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken
Barney
Friends of the Gaston Livery Stable
Gaston
Park and
Richland Avenues
South Carolina
Friends of the
Gaston Livery Stable
Coleen Reed
Reed
Allen Riddick
Riddick
Police Blotter Reports Multiple Thefts and Break-Ins
Aiken and surrounding areas reported several vehicle break-ins on Cardinal Drive Oriole Street and Fox Haven Drive with stolen coins gift cards medications a tool box television checkbooks and cigarettes. Break-ins to Church of Christ on Horry Street and a Beech Island home on Augusta Road were noted with stolen sound equipment and a toolbox and television. Additional incidents include a vacant Langley house fire on Pinecrest Drive a stolen cash box from Jake's Fireworks Red River Road Salley a stolen vehicle in Boardwalk Drive Warrenville and a stolen moped on Clay Road Beech Island damaged air conditioning copper theft and a stolen data server at Regional Ambulance Service on Augusta Road. Also a boat electronics theft with canopy damage and a Saturday car theft on Boardwalk Drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cardinal Drive
Oriole Street
Beech Island
Clay Road
Sheriff's Office
Warrenville
Augusta Road
Lottery Drawn Numbers Report for Sunday
Lottery results show Pick 3 Evening 6 0 8, Pick 4 Evening 5 5 7 7, Palmetto Cash 1 5 11 21 38, Power Up 3 listed for Sunday drawing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia Lottery
Samme Booe
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