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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 2009
Page
3
A reader questions the Aiken Standard's publication of a full color cadaver piece and criticizes its value while asking why the paper would be used in schools. The letter frames concern over graphic imagery and editorial rationale.
A reader voices concern over no Social Security increases for two years and argues against public assistance funding for having more children. The letter questions fairness between beneficiaries and long-time workers and warns of growing poverty in the country. The editorial invites comments via TalkBack and email, noting readers’ names are not required or published.
The Aiken Standard corrects phone numbers for the Tri-Development Center gift wrap booth at Aiken Mall and for Breakfast with Santa at H Odell Weeks Activities Center on Dec 19. Call organizers Jones Bowen 642-8809 or the centers 642-8859 and 649-0869, or breakfast info 642-7631.
Ridge Spring Monetta High School receives a 4950 dollar PET Telecom grant to buy a wireless mobile cart and 22 laptops, expanding distance learning and online course access for rural students. The project, aided by FRED funds and district leaders, aims to equalize technology offerings with urban schools.
The M Aiken Magic robotics program at Aiken High expands with three Tech Challenge teams entering a state competition at S C State University. Adviser Kelly Russell notes fall Tech Challenge and January Big Bot start, with 30 students split into three teams. Casey Izard and teammate discuss the shift, rules, and learning from last year’s GForce title crew.
The notice lists editors and contact details for the Aiken Standard established 1867. It includes mailing address PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802, phone numbers 803 648 2311, fax 648 6052, and emails for staff. It also cites subscription rates and special Sunday delivery dates for 2009.
Christopher Anthony Knight, 23, of Gunter Road in Aiken, charged as accessory after the fact to murder in the November 25 death of Donald Hickman. Investigators say Knight aided one of three men charged in the slaying and was released on a $30,000 bond. Hickman was found shot multiple times on Green Road.
Mike Creel and Lynn Kelley appear at The Book Stall on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to discuss and sign the revised edition of The Boykin Spaniel: South Carolina's Dog. Copies may be reserved by phone or in person. The Aiken County Public Library screens Julie & Julia Sunday December 13 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Aiken reveals December character theme with Thursday draw results. Pick 3 Midday 0 2 3 Pick 4 Midday 6 6 2 8 Pick 3 Evening 6 9 1 Pick 4 Evening 2 9 3 0 Palmetto Cash 5 02 03 10 15 26 Multiplier 2 Thursday results Cash 3 Midday 5 7 0 Cash 4 Midday 3 0 9 7 Cash 3 Evening 5 0 0 Cash 4 Evening 0 5 3 7 Fantasy 5 7 5 31 35 3
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