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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 2008
Page
3
A reader questions whether a complaint about Olympic fireworks came from attending the ceremonies or watching on television. If from TV, they suggest using the sound control to reduce volume for the viewer and their dogs.
Readers celebrate anniversaries with 50 and 60 year couples while the city considers parking plans. Shrub trimming in downtown medians is urged to improve visibility and customer access.
A local observer accuses Councilman Scott Singer of vacillating on fire fee increases, arguing he cannot support and oppose the hike at once. The remark frames a political debate over city funding and public safety.
Local readers question county hazmat funding and why no emergency medical treatment is available in Aiken. They recount pet injury, tree removal costs, and concerns about powerline repairs and TV digital transition. Call or email TalkBack with comments.
Deputies tie Brittany L. Wilson to four burglaries and a breaking and entering automobile between July 26 and August 2. Her husband Michael A. Wilson faces 12 counts of grand larceny and five counts of second degree burglary. Miles is charged with three counts of second degree burglary and related offenses. Juvenile involved released to relatives. Information line and Crimestoppers offered.
South Aiken High leads with a 22.3 average over three years while 98 students tested this term. Aiken High and North Augusta posted averages around 21.2 and 21.4 with smaller cohorts, Midland Valley 18.1, Ridge Spring Monetta 15.9, Silver Bluff 17.5, Wagener Salley 17.1. State average 19.9, national 21.1. Guidance counselors urge taking both tests and pursuing tougher coursework.
ACP awards night honors which include categories for comedy drama musical and Black Box productions. The event features lead and supporting acting directing and technical awards plus Youth Wing scholarships with public reception following on the Washington Center stage in downtown Aiken.
Craig Baldwin, 60, charged with murder in the death of his mother Dale Baldwin. She was found June 23, 2006, in the front garden of her downtown Aiken home wrapped in a blanket. Police said embezzlement from her bank account was alleged.
Office hours run 3:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 326 Rutland Drive Aiken South Carolina 29802. The publisher oversees all departments and staff members including Scott B. Hunter.
August trait for Aiken is Decisiveness. Lottery results show Pick 3 Midday 3 7 2 Pick 4 Midday 9 2 2 2 Pick 3 Evening 3 8 0 Pick 4 Evening 4 1 2 8 Palmetto Cash 5 2 4 20 29 35 Multiplier 3 Mega Match 6 13 15 17 24 27 34 Cash 3 Midday 5 5 9 Cash 4 Midday 2 3 2 9 Cash 3 Evening 9 2 4 Cash 4 Evening 5 4 3 8 Fantasy 5 16 15 28 12 37 Mega Millions 2 7 23 38 40 Mega Ball 40
The Family Y hosts a free Sage Creek movie night showing Horton Hears a Who on Friday September 5. A Sept 1 barbecue cook off at Newberry Festival Center benefits United Way of Aiken County with $1 gate tickets and a buy 10 get in free offer. USC Aiken Etherredge Unplugged presents Songwriters Come Home on Sept 6 at 8 p.m. with $30 tickets available at the Box Office or by calling 641-3305.
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