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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 2002
Page
2
A reader criticizes a Civil Rights era photo on the front page as in poor taste while noting other coverage in the Dec 25 issue. The letter also references concerns about unsanitary can handling in Operation Christmas Feast and suggests a teen Talkback column.
Readers of the Augusta Chronicle and Aiken Standard clash over the North Augusta coach being named coach of the year. They question county dominance and criticize the Paper Co stench. Call for air quality action.
Veteran Aiken Public Safety officer Dave Myers, a 14 year veteran, was injured when a Buick turned in front of him near Aiken High School on December 20. He received 12 stitches and two black eyes but is recovering. Investigators seek the reckless driver and witness information. tips to Aiken Public Safety or Crime Stoppers may yield a reward.
Alumni of Schofield High School plan a week long reunion revival to honor the historic black school. They aim to establish a museum and scholarships to sustain the school's heritage and Martha Schofield's legacy. The effort reflects church and community leadership, with former students recalling 1960s and 1970s experiences and the school’s role in Aiken’s segregated era.
More than 600 families benefited from charitable donations this year in Aiken County. Capt. Juan Guadalupe notes fuller crowds at the building as more families seek help. Funds from the kettle will fund two January programs a senior citizens initiative and a weekday lunch soup kitchen. Donors include Catherine Lewis ten dollars and James Powe one hundred dollars among many others, with substantial gifts totaling hundreds.
Police investigate report of sexual assault on a 14 year old girl at a Pendleton Street home. Officers described the girl as intoxicated with balance issues and found her clothing disarrayed with sand on hair and clothes. A suspect is named but not yet interviewed, according to department spokesman.
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