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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 2014
Page
3
Residents debate the push to expand facilities at a potential severe nuclear waste dump. Critics question community costs and the role of authorities while large employers weigh their presence. The editorial voices concern over safety, crime, and funding, urging clear community priorities.
Readers complain about a new election board plan shrinking seven members to three, high meat prices at supermarkets, and confusion over city event tickets. They urge officials to fix roads in Aiken Estates, oppose bypass widening, and question funding for Hitchcock Parkway versus school needs.
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The third annual Blue Night Run drew 184 participants in the 5K and 13 in the one mile fun run, with no rain for the first time. Police Athletic League director LaLita Ashley praised turnout and noted the event funds athletic and leadership programs for area children. Firefighters OConor and Quill ran in full gear while spectators cheered.
The Storytime in the Gardens program returns September 2 at 4 p.m. and runs Tuesdays through October 28 at Hopelands Gardens sand patio by the fountains. Children 8 and under attend with an adult, bringing a blanket or chair. snacks welcome. Local seniors read themed children’s books, with last year drawing over 1,400 participants. Titles include Spot Bakes a Cake, Jake and the Never Land Pirates Treasure of the Tides, Kiss Good Night, Will I Have a Friend, Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin Picking Plan, and What If Everybody Did That.
Storytime in the Gardens at Hopelands Gardens 135 Dupree Place Sept 2 at 4 p.m. Free program for families offers a take home book after each story. Sponsors welcome with 175 per reading. Inclement weather moves to H Odell Weeks Activities Center 1700 Whiskey Road. Call 803 642 7631 or 803 642 7650 for details. Maryan Schechter, Aiken Standard reporter.
The Heritage Council of North Augusta and SouthStar host The Trolley Tours of North Augusta The People and Places of North Augusta on Aug 24 led by John Menger. Tickets are 5 for members 10 for non members. Trolleys depart 3 p.m. from North Augusta Municipal Center parking lot. Seating is limited. Call 803 642 2015 for details.
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