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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 2009
Page
3
The article notes a tax controversy involving Dan Daschle and reports plans for him to sign or be associated with the paper currency. It discusses political reaction and public interest in the symbolic gesture.
Aiken resident of 50 years asks why the county hospital is being replaced by a university campus. They want a clear explanation of what will happen to the current hospital buildings and how services will be affected during any transition.
Residents question how newly approved structures at the Hayne Park Highland Park intersection were allowed to loom at the city’s downtown entry near Highway 1. The issue highlights the contrast with dirty junkyards flanking the highway and raises calls for review of zoning and design approvals.
Residents in Woodside complain about heavy traffic and warn of potential injuries. They urge red lights at Chime Bell Church Road and at White Pond Road intersecting Old Whiskey to improve safety.
Sheriff Hunt and Chief Frommer seek to hire more officers after a recent holdup attempt. They credit the highway patrolman involved and hope added personnel will address the problem.
Michael Goodwin and Larry Cleve land receive praise for their work and professional training.
The notice warns residents to keep large trash cans and yard waste off streets and calls for comments via TalkBack hotline (803) 644-2384 or editor email editorial aikenstandard.com. Readers' names not required. comments should be brief and may be edited for space.
Following a board meeting the Aiken County district warns of an $11 million to $12.2 million deficit for 2009 10. Principals including Byrd Elementary’s Eddie Watkins discuss keeping jobs while some positions may be eliminated and retirees may be rehired on a year to year basis. The board also updates a five year facilities plan, prioritizing $8.9 million in improvements at North Augusta Middle while delaying work at several other campuses. Stimulus funds could aid construction and maintenance, with $7 million to $14 million cited as potential totals.
Aiken County Council unanimously approved 218525 to reinstate 10 emergency services personnel cut last year. Officials say the extra staff will keep all nine ambulance stations operating and reduce service gaps amid sick calls and absences.
South Aiken High School juniors Ashley Slaughter and Kaitlyn Law joined Silver Bluff Animal Hospital in a Tuesday job-shadowing program as part of a district wide effort. Veterinarian Dr. John Hurd and counselor Beverly Serpone describe the program as a practical career learning tool tied to EEDA, with students often gaining new outlooks on future paths.
Reader submission encouraged by the Aiken Standard with contact options including email and newsroom numbers. Delivery times, re-delivery procedures, cancellation steps, and office hours are listed along with staff contacts for Tim O Briant Michael Gibbons Cam Huffman and others.
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