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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 2008
Page
3
Reader questions why Aiken Regional Medical Center spends heavily on television advertising to promote quality care while emergency room visits cost around 800 dollars for uninsured patients. The commenter recalls a personal negative experience and urges budget focus on patient costs.
A resident argues for permission to display religious tags on vehicles while opponents fear endorsement. they cite cases where symbols on public displays were restricted and claim religious liberty is at stake. The discussion mirrors broader disputes over faith symbols in public life and local decisions affecting veterans and schools.
Readers criticize Governor Sanford for slashing education while his state ranks 49th of 50 and for opposing bailouts. Calls rise for leadership sacrifice and broader budget reform.
Aiken City Council plans to spend Southside tax funds to repair drainage, install sidewalks and streetlights on the Southside, mirroring downtown improvements. Call TalkBack at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com with brief comments.
Correction notice for Bobby Gene Griffin Sr. owner of Bobby's Bar-B-Q states funeral services are held today at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gloverville. The Aiken Standard invites readers to report factual errors by phone or email.
Aiken Parks Recreation and Tourism hosts the annual Christmas In Hopelands with volunteers from groups such as the Pairs & Spares Seniors Club Aiken Rotary Club Women of Woodside North Aiken Elementary PTA ARMA Shrine Club Cedar Creek Ladies Club Serteens Meybohm Realtors Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology Youth Challenge Academy and Tuesday Morning Golf Girls and Ladies Volunteers. Heather Staniszewski coordinates on site with Alicia Davis organizing the volunteer schedule. The event runs 6 to 9 PM nightly through Tuesday with a break on Christmas Eve and Day and recovery Friday. about 24 volunteers are needed each night including Garden Clubs Council members at The Doll House. Parking and shuttles are at Goodwill on Whiskey Road. Contact Suzanne Stone.
The Racing Hall of Fame in Aiken releases a second series of four collectible pins featuring Oedipus Neji Relaxing and Christmas Past. Only 250 sets available at $20 each with career cards. box set ships December 22. Contact Lisa Hall at 642-7650 for purchases.
The Aiken County Recreation Commission schedules a public meeting on Monday January 12 in the main office at 902 Vaucluse Road. For details call 642 7559 from the County Parks Recreation and Tourism Department.
Newsroom numbers and contact emails for submissions and staff including Michael Gibbons and Tim O Briant. Publication details note office hours and mailing address. Rates, EZ Pay options, and delivery dates listed for 2008 with various subscription terms and zones.
Jessica Loggins leads the Aiken Pregnancy Care Center a nonprofit Christian ministry offering free pregnancy tests sonogram services abortion alternatives education abstinence classes and referrals. The center promotes life provides resources and hotlines to support young women facing crisis pregnancies in Aiken.
The Saturday draws list Pick 3 Midday 1 3 7 Pick 4 Midday 2 6 6 7 Pick 3 Evening 7 9 3 Pick 4 Evening 6 3 2 1 Cash 3 Midday 4 5 7 Cash 4 Midday 5 1 1 9 Cash 3 Evening 2 9 9 Win For Life 23 31 32 33 37 38 Free Ball 11 Powerball and Fantasy 5 were not available at presstime and will be in Monday Aiken Standard.
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