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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 2011
Page
3
Readers respond to a column about layoffs praising Christian spirit while urging prayers against voting for a Republican president to avoid worsening unemployment. The letter highlights concerns over economic hardship and partisan outcomes.
A reader argues that holiday adoption is harmful and questions the ASPCA's program teaching responsible pet ownership. They urge reconsideration of giving away homeless pets at Christmas and warn of negative consequences for animals and households.
A reader praises Steve and Terry on Crosby Road and Mr and Mrs Kitchings for their Christmas display on Hopeland Farm Drive. The note notes a computerized synchronized lights show and hours of effort, wishing a Merry Christmas.
Viewers critique police language calling criminals gentlemen and suggest precision. Call the TalkBack line at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial aikenstandard com with comments. Names are not required for publication.
The Aiken Standard issues a correction for an error in report timing in yesterday’s edition. The newspaper regrets the error and any confusion caused.
Acknowledges contact options for Hullman Editor at the Aiken Standard. Mentions phone line extension 648-2311 and website ee aikenstandard.com with a Monday to Friday schedule.
Detectives with the Aiken Department of Public Safety charge three suspects in connection with Decembers residential burglaries on Broughton Drive Alpine Drive and other Aiken locations. James Garner 18 Adam Hobbs 21 and Jesse Empoliti ? are accused with burglary and receiving stolen goods. Police credit cooperative effort and good police work.
Aiken County Council approves a package for Bridgestone Americas totaling land, grants, and job creation. The deal includes 545 acres in Sage Mill, a $12.5 million state grant, and a $1 billion investment over 15 years to build and expand tire plants, with 850 new jobs.
Aiken police logged several incidents Monday including a car break-in outside a Gregg Avenue church where a purse was stolen after a 7 to 8 p.m. visit. A burglary on Carver Terrace saw a door left open with electronics and checks missing. A window smash on Gayle Avenue led to another purse theft and roughly 300 dollar loss.
Local news brief notes sessions at the H Odell Weeks Activities Center through January 18. Classes run 6 30 to 7 30 p m followed by open play 7 30 to 8 30 p m. Court cost is 1 dollar for city residents.
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