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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 2002
Page
2
A reader argues for strict leash compliance across residents and officials, citing ongoing dog roaming problems and calling for consistent enforcement. The letter references a nursing home lawsuit and broader complaints about costs and vandalism in Aiken Estates.
Readers report card discounts failing to apply and accuse stores of price hikes. They say cashiers misclassify items and blame customer error. Local concerns include joblessness in Aiken and aging unemployment office staff. A reader questions horse welfare after a recent death and asks if another horse will suffer. Call Talkback line for comments.
The Town and Country Club will meet Thursday January 2 at the USCA Etherredge Center. Registration starts at 9 30 a.m. and the meeting at 10 a.m. The club welcomes all women in the Aiken area.
Salvation Army Shelter on Park Avenue in Aiken County reports zero residents on a Friday morning marking the first holiday-empty since Kay Miles began. Shelter records show winter numbers at their lowest since 1994 with downtrend through November and December. Officials note El Nino patterns bring milder days but occasional cold snaps. Applicants must provide photo ID and pass safety checks. shelter serves all ages and is run via the Aiken Public Safety Department. For info call 641-4149.
Graduates from Aiken High School's 1972 class gathered for a 30th reunion at the Aiken County Shrine Club. About 720 students were in the class with roughly 650 graduates. Attendees traced the school building’s history and noted the integration with Schofield High. Guests hailed from multiple states, sharing memories and updates since graduation. A highlight included music by Gilbert O'Sullivan and Three Dog Night, with tributes to Hornets alumni who have passed away.
A Southbound Aman in a Toyota failed to yield at Kueniana Avenue and Union Street. A Camaro driven by a woman westbound struck the man on the driver's side, flipping his vehicle. He and the woman were taken to Aiken Regional Medical Centers with non life threatening injuries.
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