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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 2011
Page
3
AikenStandard editorial cites drivers with poor depth perception and cites a Whiskey Road incident as an example. The piece urges improved awareness and safer driving practices to prevent similar events.
Drivers must signal their intentions to others. some drivers are less alert due to cell phone use or aging and slower stopping.
A reader proposes a single picture ID for voting showing eligibility. The idea combines voter card and photo capture into one credential to simplify verification. The suggestion emphasizes a universal, verifiable document for all eligible voters.
A reader voices concern over motorcyclists causing near misses and accidents. The note highlights road safety worries and calls for attention to rider behavior and traffic rules.
A reader suggests the southwest corner site at Chukker Creek and Whiskey Road as the Sam's Club location. The vacant cleared property is not a hazard, and the writer criticizes past Talk Back comments for slandering the English language.
Voters in Aiken hear calls for change as Mayor Cavanaugh signals he will not seek re election. The community debates leadership direction and the search for a fresh mayoral candidate intensifies amid local political chatter.
The commentary notes criticism of President Bush for not visiting New Orleans after Katrina and contrasts it with current Midwest travel as President Obama addresses the American Legion amid the Irene aftermath.
Aiken Standard invites readers to share feedback on school bus routes via TalkBack hotline or email. Comments should be brief, with names not required and may be edited for space.
The notice lists hours from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 326 Butland Drive and includes a phone number 648-2311 for delivery questions.
Millbrook Elementary School received the first month of BackPack food from Golden Harvest Food Bank for 90 students each weekend. Principal Denise Huff praised guidance counselor Chasity McDaniel for coordinating with Golden Harvest and Leadership Aiken County.
Kaitlyn E. Bryant, an eight-year-old third grader, read four stories to Pepper Hill residents during activity hour. She answered questions about a grandparent vacation, sharing a poised, confident conversation with patients.
Public Safety investigates an assault after a rock was thrown at a man's head on York Street this week. A suspect was charged with assault as detectives pursue leads. Another inquiry involves possible fraud from an unidentified individual contacting a bank about a wire transfer over 1700 dollars. Police also probe a vehicle theft reported Monday on West Middlebury Lane with an unlocked car and keys inside.
A 47 year old Belvedere man Kenneth Ware was found not guilty in General Sessions court on charges of criminal sexual conduct against a 16 year old. The trial included testimony from deputies, agents, DNA analysts and medical staff. The state argued force due to the victim turning 16 before the date of the alleged act. Ware faced up to 10 years if convicted.
U S Rep Jeff Duncan schedules a 3 to 4 p m listening session at The Pizza Joint in Aiken inviting county residents to share concerns. The redistricting plan moving Aiken County to the 2nd District awaits federal approval after lawsuits. Auditions today and Thursday for Purlie Victorious at USC Aiken Etherredge Center begin at 6 p m with nine roles open to the public.
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