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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 2009
Page
3
A reader argues football revenue supports schools while teachers struggle financially. They note 10 000 spectators paying 5 to 6 dollars each. The letter decries budget cuts and overvaluation of football and urges awareness of athletic income. The writer also complains about police monitoring neighborhoods and fears a speeding driver endangers children.
A brief comparison notes that conversing on a phone while driving poses greater danger than small dogs resting on a driver's lap. The statement emphasizes distraction risk and highway safety concerns without citing studies or statistics. It contrasts ease of pet companionship with higher attention demands of phone use.
A pointed remark suggests that current politicians listen excessively to the public. The exchange highlights concerns about responsiveness and democratic engagement in governance.
A reader notes frequent Atlantic Broadband price increases and questions federal oversight while recalling a library window painting in the rain and seeking explanation.
Readers urged to comment via TalkBack hotline 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard com. Names not required and comments may be edited for space and content.
The Aiken Standard corrects Thursday's version noting Jessie Tyson was not pictured. Bridget Sanito stood in for her on stage holding a clipboard during the Aiken Community Playhouse photo. The error is acknowledged by the newspaper.
At USC Aiken orientation and a convocation on Wednesday more than 600 freshmen were urged to join programs and organizations. Waterfest icebreaker and a campus scavenger hunt led by Chancellor Tom Hallman and Student Life staff aim to boost engagement among newcomers living on campus and in residence halls. Prizes of 500 300 and 200 incentive teams compete for top spots.
Fox Creek High School begins classes at a brand-new campus near U.S. Highway 25 with 325 to 350 students in a 35,000 square foot building. Principal Tim Murph and Assistant Principal Josh Trahan report smoother student flow, easier drop-offs, and ample parking as construction advances in three phases adding a gym, art center and stadium facilities along with modern tech and security features.
Readers are invited to submit news tips and letters. Contact News Editor Tim O Briant at 644 2380 or Managing Editor Michael Gibbons at 644 2381 for information. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Drew Philipp and his family thank the community for help after a Saturday fire at their Woodwinds home caused by a lightning strike amid storms. Firefighters battled the blaze. the home suffered heavy fire, water, and smoke damage. Red Cross and church members provided shelter and support as siblings return from school to find melted keepsakes and a damaged home.
The University Theatre Players of USC Aiken invite actors to audition for The Clean House by Sarah Ruhl. Director Dewey Scott-Wiley conducts auditions at Etherredge Center O Connell Theatre on Tuesday and Wednesday at 6 p.m. Performances run October 1 through 4.
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