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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 2011
Page
3
In a letter to the editor a reader from Aiken argues that drivers who leave their cars unlocked and valuables inside should face fines. The writer notes frequent blotter examples and calls for stricter penalties to deter theft.
A dog owner laments a hit and run on Highway 278 that left a costly dog injured and the driver fled. The caller expresses frustration about the lack of accountability and concern.
A visitor reports staff confusion over what items qualify for electronic recycling. They were told radios and DVD players were trash, while an attendant moved an old radio to a different bin. A clear list of acceptable and non acceptable items is requested to avoid waste and misuse.
Aiken residents urge crackdown on roadside litter along bypass Silver Bluff Glenwood and Pine Log urging police arrests for offenders. They seek court fines of 1000 dollars and mandatory community labor instead of jail time. The writer also questions School Board funding of a grocery store in town.
In a caustic column dated November 29, Kathleen Parker applies her sharp take on political leadership to the current office holder. She suggests the president should seek a different job, implying disinterest in duties tied to the elected role.
Readers may call the TalkBack line at 803 644 2384 or email editorial comments. Names are not required and will not be published. Comments should be brief and may be edited for space and content.
Pamela Lackey AT&T president for South Carolina urged about 130 guests at the Women in Business luncheon in Aiken to view challenges as opportunities. She highlighted women’s active role in business and economic prosperity and emphasized progress from years past.
Pamela Lackey discusses guiding principles for policy engagement and consistent behavior. She recalls early lessons from her father while golfing at age 11 and stresses listening to motivate teams. The Women in Business program, coordinated by Liz Neal, emphasizes mentorship and networking through lunch meetings and finance topics.
Police reports show two women on Lakeside Drive reported break ins with missing jewelry and cash. A Beech Island site on Sand Bar Ferry Road reported a stolen concrete mixer. An Aiken man said tools were stolen from his vehicle on Silver Bluff Road in a sheriff's report.
An Aiken County sheriff report states a 15 year old set off a firework in a school hallway on November 28 injuring a 14 year old girl who was treated at Doctors Hospital. Parents demand charges and identify the injured student.
Police report details a Wednesday night home invasion at Steeplechase Apartments leaving two residents injured from blows to the head. Three to five masked suspects entered around 10 15 pm with firearms, taking three video game systems two wallets and a set of keys. No shots fired and no arrests reported.
Williston United Methodist Church hosts its second Nativity Festival with about 80 nativity scenes from around the world including Bolivia. The free event runs 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at 6030 Springfield Road, with donations benefiting the United Methodist Women Missions Project and baked goods for sale.
The Rutland Cave editor chairman addresses the Aiken Standard line with a quoted price of 39.00 and a 28.05 figure listed, reflecting a 9.95 gap in the docket. The Monday to Friday schedule spans 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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