Editorial questions spark reader letters and local issues
A long reader letter stream questions a hit and run report on Whiskey Road, ponders time gaps, asks about senior softball leagues in Aiken, criticizes Obama’s Olympic remarks, compares Rep. Bill Taylor to Ron Burgundy, queries parking line maintenance at H Odell Weeks Center, and protests a water withdrawal project from the Edisto River awaiting public notice and official action.
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Thanks to highway helpers and Aiken Mall good samaritans
Reader thanks the couple who aided a wife after a Highway 1 accident and a man who helped a little old lady at the Aiken Mall. They stayed with the injured until police arrived.
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Descendants of Aiken merchant celebrate family reunion at synagogue
Sam Pranikoff and about 35 relatives gathered at Adath Yeshurun in Aiken for a first time reunion honoring J. S. Poliakoff. The event linked Poliakoff’s early 20th century efforts to found the Sons of Israel Cemetery in 1913 and the synagogue in 1921 with descendants from across the country.
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Reunion deepens family ties across continents at cemetery visit
Dr. Stuart Fine and Gary Poliakoff traced Belarusian roots with relatives in Aiken. The Poliakoff descendants, guided by docent Baumgarten, planned weekend events to meet cousins and remember ancestors. Georgia Sue King, born in Augusta, expressed joy reconnecting with family memories and local history. Rob Novit, Aiken Standard education reporter, notes the gathering's significance.
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Heritage Center seeks new executive director in North Augusta
North Augusta Arts and Heritage Center searches for a new executive director after Lauren Virgo's resignation. The board, led by President Mary Lee Henderson, plans January interviews with two candidates and may seek help from the South Carolina Federation of Museums if needed.
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Businesses Open Christmas Day in Aiken
The Aiken Standard lists CVS Pharmacy locations on Richland Avenue and York Street open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with stores closed for pharmacy. Walgreens on Richland and Whiskey Roads operate 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. respectively. IHOP Aiken Mall is 24 hours, Red Bowl 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., McDonald’s Whiskey Road 11 p.m. close then 2 p.m. resume, Regal Cinemas Aiken Mall shows at 1:30 p.m., Waffle House nationwide 24 hours. Call if not listed.
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