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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 2008
Page
3
A letter argues Christmas is Christian and not all residents are Christians. The writer says complaints about generic holiday messages would rise if a local business offered only Kwanzaa or Hanukkah greetings, accusing hypocrisy amid Christian tradition.
A teacher speaker complains about stress and lack of resources while defending the vocation as invigorating. A golfer comments on local courses Laurel Nine and Houndslake, blaming members and staff for neglect and praising Laurel’s challenge. Readers are invited to comment via TalkBack with instructions and contact details.
More than 250 motorcyclists gathered in Aiken for the 24th Annual Toy Run by Dixie Thunder ABATE of South Carolina to benefit Helping Hands Inc. They delivered toys and $1,037, bringing a roomful of presents and starting Christmas early for abused and neglected children.
Carmen Landy Helping Hands organized a Christmas Toy Run with a police escorted parade from Midland Valley Plaza to downtown Aiken. Riders emphasized motorcycle safety after a non fatal accident when a car pulled from Richland Avenue, hospitalizing no one. Rick Rainwaters acted as road guard and stressed courtesy to prevent future injuries. For more on Dixie Thunder ABATE contact 642-4633.
Readers may submit material by email at editorial aikenstandard com or mail to 326 Rutland Drive Aiken SC 29802 The newsroom line is 644 2401 and messages may be left when unanswered Management contacts include Michael Gibbons 644 2381 and Tim O Briant 644 2380 The paper emphasizes prompt replies and service.
Annie Mae Ford, an 89 year old longtime New Ellenton resident and former teacher, served as grand marshal of the New Ellenton Christmas Parade. The event featured floats tractors fire engines and community groups including Silver Bluff JROTC and Band with local leaders praising Ford's lifelong community service.
Saturday lottery results list Pick 3 Midday 0 2 9 and Pick 4 Midday 7 4 7 8. Evening 9 7 3 and 0 5 7 8. Powerball 9 35 39 43 53 with Powerball 10 and Powerplay 5. Georgia Lottery numbers show Cash 3 Midday 3 2 9, Cash 4 Midday 2 5 2 2, Cash 3 Evening 0 3 8, Win For Life 4 23 27 31 37 40. Free Ball 39. Fantasy 5 pending Monday.
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