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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 2004
Page
3
Residents in Aiken express mixed reactions to the convention. Some plan to watch or read about candidate plans on terrorism taxes Iraq and the economy while others remain uninterested and nonpolitical.
Betty Owen of Aiken says she rarely watches TV but follows Social Security and prescription drug issues. She notes her mother spends $800 monthly on medicine, about 90 percent of her income, asking why one must work hard their whole life and still face such costs.
Residents Keith Siegler and Rick Caldwell express mixed views on overtime work and party stances. Siegler opposes ee categories and supports limited changes, while Caldwell supports Bush and strong anti terrorism policy. Aiken residents weigh personal rights and national security.
Amy Stone of Aiken calls for direct addressing of Kerry and Democratic positions and insists Bush be allowed to defend himself. She requests clear forward plans and definite outcomes from the proceedings.
A busy recruitment week at USC Aiken culminated in Bid Day or Fountain Run, revealing new members for ZTA and Phi Mu. ZTA adds 13 pledges and Phi Mu 10, with ceremonies and theme nights shaping Rush Week. Phi Mu supports Children’s Miracle Network, ZTA backs Breast Cancer Awareness.
Aiken County School District officials will present the latest PACT scores at a Tuesday Board of Education session at 7 p.m. at the district office 1000 Brookhaven Drive. Embargoes delay full SAT data though 2004 results show improvement. Roberson cites national average progress and notes areas needing focus. A Hopelands Summer Concert Series features the Aiken Community Band at 6:30 p.m. on the Windham Stage with more events to follow.
GForce Cable will conduct a planned outage Tuesday from midnight to 4 a m to transfer fiber optic lines to its new digital facility at 3060 Cablevision Road. The upgrade aims to support advanced broadband services. general manager Dick Argus apologized for any inconvenience.
A resident reported being assaulted at Col leton Apartments on Locke Lane. Police found gashes and a back head laceration after the victim, who was on a bike, stated he was jumped. He was transported to the hospital.
A fall friendly list offers tasty dinner ideas as summer ends. This Wednesday feature suggests seasonal dishes, quick weeknight options, and comforting flavors to transition into autumn meals.
High school football continues with Silver Bluff vs Aiken and Midland Valley vs North Augusta in Aiken County. Football Friday features big county games and local bragging rights as teams compete under Friday night lights.
Publisher and contact details for The Aiken Standard list publisher Scott B. Hunter direct line and email. Subscription rates, delivery options, and post office address are provided. Delivery problem hotline is 649-5315 with office hours listed for weekdays and weekends.
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