Public Safety praised for accreditation effort and community impact
Citizens praised the Aiken Department of Public Safety during an open Monday night hearing on re accreditation. Speakers from teachers to ministers commended officers for professionalism and outreach, noting CALEA taped the session for review and the department’s crime prevention efforts.
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Eddie George
Richard Abney
Donald Butler
Pete Frommt
LaLita Ashley
Maryann Burgess
Chief Frommer
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Newcenter to Build 4000-Seat Convocation Center in Aiken
An editorial notes USC Aiken is constructing a 4000-seat Convocation Center beside the Roberto Hernandez Baseball Stadium on the S C 118 bypass. The facility will host athletics and entertainment, linking with Etherredge and other venues to boost the region's cultural profile and arts scene.
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Peach Belt Athletic Conference
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Washington Center For the Performing Arts
Aiken Center For the Arts
Senate push to cap local taxes eyed in South Carolina
The Spartanburg Herald Journal reports a state Senate subcommittee backed a constitutional amendment to cap local taxes, allowing increases only with state personal income growth. Critics argue the move shifts responsibility from the General Assembly and threatens needed revenue for services.
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Lowering the flag for Rosa Parks sparks debate
The governor's power to lower the state flag is questioned with notes on Rosa Parks legacy. Discussion considers whether Ms Parks death would have prompted a flag lowering and the role of monumental life achievements in national memory.
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South Carolina
United States
Soldiers Angels in Aiken County Gifts 325 Bags for Troops
A letter from Soldiers Angels Team leader Soneaine Thomas Leonard thanks locals and ASCO employees for raising funds and filling 325 gift bags with socks hand warmers pens gum and candy plus 25 female soldiers items. Special request for pickled okra was met by ASCO staffer’s mom.
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Soneaine Thomas Leonard
Soldiers’ Angels
Letters to the Editor: Aiken Standard Call for Public Input
Community members encouraged to share vpn issues and concerns. Readers may mail to Aiken Standard Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 or email or fax at 648 6052 for submissions.
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