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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 2011
Page
3
A reader asks editor why the J. Edgar Hoover movie isn’t shown in Aiken and suspects local officials may block it. The note mentions Augusta as the alternative viewing option and questions a possible censorship motive.
A reader dismisses stereotypes about immigrants and taxes the GOP. They advocate Obama’s re election in 2012 while condemning Republican policies and assert belief in God and a spiritual, non creationist view of origins.
Voice line asks why grocery prices don’t fall when gas prices ease and invites callers to share opinions. The message cites a TalkBack hotline with a New Hampshire area code and a phone number for responses.
The seventh annual Tree of Hope lighting brought together Savannah River Cancer Foundation Aiken Regional Medical Centers and the Cancer Care Institute of Carolina. Donors fund transportation and medical care for indigent cancer patients across five counties as lights glow on the holly tree through January.
Multiple holiday activities are listed in Aiken County. Cookies with Santa at Hammond Hill Elementary 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holly Day in Downtown Aiken offers door prizes and discounts. Planetarium show Tis the Season at 7 and 8 p.m. with varied pricing. Several parades, crafts show, breakfast with Santa, Nutcracker Tea, and a Christmas Tour of Homes are planned with dates, locations, and contact details.
Police in Aiken report a series of vehicle break-ins including on Richland Avenue and Augusta Road. A woman's purse and a firearm were stolen in separate incidents with broken windows and no forced entry noted. Investigations continue across Belvedere Clearwater Road and surrounding areas.
Aiken SPCA featured on WJBF showcasing Mack the dachshund puppy and Mackenzie his sister. Both dogs are microchipped vaccinated and spayed or neutered. For details call 648-6863 or visit www.AikenSpca.org. Shelter located at 401 Wire Road.
A fragmentary notice shows a phone number 648 2311 and a website address aber akienstandard com worn line reflecting an Aiken Standard contact snippet.
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