Cross mix-up on road memorials sparks debate
The remark argues that hospital deaths are the real reason for road memorials and questions the convenience of placing white crosses on roads after people die in hospitals. It challenges the assumption that hospital deaths warrant roadside tributes.
Littering crackdown and council prayer on public notice
Residents urge better littering enforcement in South Carolina with fines up to 1000 dollars and 30 days in jail. Readers note pothole contact numbers for state county and city roads from the Aiken Standard and lament local TalkBack hostility.
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Speeding ticket paid after handicapped spot abuse
A reader reports paying a speeding ticket at the police department and complains about a vehicle occupying a handicapped parking space without a sticker. The letter asks readers to comment via TalkBack and email, noting names will not be published and comments will be edited for space.
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Inclusion model helps Busbee students meet standards
At Busbee Elementary Wagener a inclusion model moved mildly mentally challenged students into traditional classes boosting performance in English math social studies and science. Principal Rose Marshall credited staff development and partner teachers with sustaining gains as district officials noted 94 percent of federal AYP goals met across 33 subgroups despite misses among special needs students.
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Federal funds not a long term fix for education funding
Aiken Superintendent Beth Everitt welcomes another federal grant to save teacher jobs but says it is a short term fix. Congress approved over 10 billion for education with South Carolina receiving about 143.4 million. The Education Improvement Act per pupil formula is underfunded, with 2010 11 targets above 2,700 and current funding around 1,630.
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Aiken Standard Office Hours and Subscriber Dates
The notice lists office hours and contact details for the Aiken Standard, with phone numbers, publisher information, and email. It also notes Sunday Plus delivery dates for 2010 including January 18 and December dates, along with rate tables and delivery notes.
Canine washing event aids Aiken SPCA fundraiser
The third summer dog wash to benefit Aiken County SPCA will be held this Saturday at Cold Creek Nursery from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers bathe, flea prevent, and groom dogs to raise operating funds for the shelter with support from Ledbetter Homes Papa Johns Auto Tech and Cold Creek. One hundred percent goes to shelter needs including food medicine and spaying or neutering. For details call 648-6863 or email spcaofaiken@yahoo.com.
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Lottery results recap and winning numbers posted
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