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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 2016
Page
3
A reader asks where to repair a 1973 Smith-Corona electric typewriter and thanks a Waffle House doorholder on Pine Log Road who congratulated a war veteran husband, paid their bill, and a thrift store boots purchaser on the Aiken-Augusta Highway is thanked for needed footwear.
Advocates argue for reinstating conscription to boost national defense capacity and ensure a larger trained pool. Supporters say a draft would strengthen the armed forces and support wartime needs, while opponents warn of civil liberty concerns and modern manpower options.
A grateful couple thanks strangers who paid for their meal last Saturday at the Blue Top in Graniteville. The note wishes blessings on the unnamed benefactors and emphasizes appreciation for the generosity.
A reader questions why Dougherty Road behind Wal-Mart is reportedly unused while claiming the road design exists and is used by the writer and others. The letter argues others overlook the route and prefer to complain.
Readers can weigh in on concealed carry recognition across states via TalkBack at 803-644-2384 or editor email. The note invites brief comments and notes names may be withheld from publication. Lottery results for South Carolina and Georgia are listed for evening and midday draws.
Two months after elderly Jackson couple Louis 74 and Sandra Cochran 70 were found shot to death at their Green Pond Road home investigators report no new leads. The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder was recovered December 10 and police urge tips via the sheriff tip line or CrimeStoppers.
The Cinderella Project sponsored by the SC Bar Young Lawyers Division helps girls attend prom by providing gowns and dresses. Ashley Hammack, assistant solicitor in the 2nd Circuit, says the program aims to ensure all girls, regardless of finances, can experience their high school prom and feel like princesses.
Aiken County prom boutique opens February 27 at Maxwell Law Firm 225 Chesterfield St NW from 9 to noon. Donations accepted through February 24 at the same address and the 2nd Circuit Solicitor's Office. Open to high school students with a valid ID, one dress per student.
The Girl with a Pearl Earring rated PG-13 will screen 6 30 to 8 15 p m February 16 at the Aiken County Public Library 314 Chesterfield St S W Tickets and details at abbe-lib org The Yamato Japanese Drummers perform 8 p m February 16 at the Newberry Opera House 1201 McKibben St Newberry Tickets 35 Call 803 276 5179 or see newberryopera house com.
An adults Zentangle session runs 2 to 3 p.m. February 18 at Aiken Chesterfield St. S.W. Tamara Smith owner of The Purple Paintbrush will lead the workshop. Space is limited. For information call 803-642-2020 or visit the second floor reference desk.
Aiken Prays, a Stonecroft Ministries sponsored women’s prayer group, will meet at 11 a.m. February 18 at Red Lobster in Aiken Mall. Participants may pray silently or aloud as they lift up the community and country. Lunch is Dutch treat. RSVP by February 16 to Susan Frushour at 803-648-8126.
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