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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 2007
Page
3
Readers beg for broader topics as debates over St Marys Church dominate discussions. They request writers address other issues and move beyond exhaustive coverage of the church. Public sentiment calls for diverse local concerns and fresh perspectives.
A driver describes traveling with a husband on July 28 near Columbia and observes a sheriff’s car in the median watching traffic toward Aiken. A second sheriff’s car approaches head on with no lights on the shoulder, narrowly missing them as it heads back toward Aiken. The writer warns they could have been arrested if the other car had been in their lane.
Longtime residents urge preserving and repurposing the Aiken depot rather than tearing it down for a library branch or sightseeing use. Backers argue a functional role benefits the community and local heritage.
An observer reports two dogs locked in a parked truck with no engine running at a local grocery store. Store staff declined to announce the situation or plate details. The dogs were hot but alive when the driver returned. The observer questions if police contact is the only option.
A local market owner plans to remain on site despite pressure from residents seeking the land. Supporters argue the owner’s presence stabilizes business and neighborhood activity, while critics urge relocation. Readers are invited to share views via TalkBack at (803) 644-2384 or email.
The Aiken Standard lists contact numbers and a mailing address Aiken Communicabone PO Box 86326 Ruane Drive Adan 20802 for postage rate changes and postmaster dress changes, with a schedule of filing or publication dates including Feb 12 Mar 12 Apr 26 May 28 Jun 13 Jul 4 Aug 6 Aug 20 Oct 8 Oct 22 Nov 22 24 and Dec 24, plus related notice instructions.
An organizational meeting created a new Aiken chapter of the Navy League. Retired vice admiral John Shiror, former Coast Guard Atlantic Area commander, spoke on the league’s importance and current military issues. Navy League leader Ron Freeman urged participation and announced contact info for joining and donations.
AAA Carolinas says South Carolina averages about 2.55 per gallon for regular unleaded, lowest in the region. Prices have fallen from 2.83 last month and 2.80 a year ago, with trends expected to continue slowly before Labor Day. Gas stations in Aiken and Augusta report varied declines as drivers seek cheaper fuel.
Aiken County man David Heath was absent from his trial as a jury convicted him on two counts of child sex crimes. He faced second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor for a February 2005 incident with a 14 year old. The judge proceeded, Heath remains at large, and sentencing was postponed until he is located. Authorities will continue to search, with the case marked as a public safety matter.
Jason Sikes will perform as Elvis at Mi Rancho on Richland Ave starting 7 p.m. August 26. Tickets and details via (8703) 663-1437 or (803) 257-4624. Proceeds benefit a one year old in need of organ transplants.
Let’s Walk Together meets Saturdays at Smith-Hazel Recreation Center Track from 8 10 9 a.m. open to all ages with adult supervision for kids, $61 each. Master Cats Club CFA Cat Show Aug 25 at Riverview Park North Augusta 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. adults $5 children and seniors $4. Aiken Community Playhouse auditions Earth and Sky Aug 26-28 7 p.m. for 3 women and 6 men, cold read asked, backstage crew also needed. Email for tech crew Drew Davis. Call numbers provided for info.
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