USC Aiken to add 300 dorm beds in new facility
USC Aiken wins approval for a 300-bed dorm to open in fall 2004, part of a $12 million project at the University of South Carolina. The 107000 square-foot building will include four-bedroom suites, central corridors, and aim to boost on campus life with more activities and a broader housing program.
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Increasing Class Sizes Stir Debate In Budget Fight
Readers argue against bigger classes and fewer teachers amid cuts. one calls for pay cuts by a high earner Mrs Eldridge while another note explains proceeds from pageant and prom apparel sales return to the seller.
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Eldridge's Shoes Too Hard to Fill Faces Critic
A reader defends Dr. Eldridge salary, arguing reducing pay won’t solve budget troubles. The letter praises Eldridge as learned and caring, noting she could have left for higher pay years ago and compares her job pressure to that of a jet pilot or lion tamer.
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Remembering the Elderly in Nursing Homes
A reader urges attention to nursing facility residents, noting they are forgotten by friends, families, and churches. The message emphasizes the importance of small gestures and invites comments via Talkback hotline or email, with readers’ names optional and subject to editorial editing for space.
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Aikenstanard
Aiken
Students Learn to Play African Drums at Greendale
Greendale Elementary students spent Friday learning to play African drums and dancing to the music. Leon Jackson, artist in residence, helped host the week long program and said the goal was to elevate self esteem. Jackson and his family performed with students in a finale, joining them on stage and highlighting cultural expression.
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Jackson family hosts African dance and drum workshop for students
Shakera Williams, a third grader, and classmates joined Falola Jackson and his family in a Black History Month program. The Egbe Kili ’nanjaro group, registered with the S C Arts Commission, demonstrated African drumming techniques highlighting health, math, and science connections for students and teachers.
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American Needlepoint Guild Members Learn New Techniques
Aiken chapter members Betty Brown Edna Devitt Judy Blanchfield and peers explore bead ing blackwork filler stitches and pulled thread while planning a library exhibit. Linda Reeves publicity chair notes focus on learning new techniques and fibers with monthly meetings on the second Thursday 1 to 3 pm visitors welcome.
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Edna Devitt
Judy Blanchfield
Aiken
American Needlepoint Guild
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Skaters to get a new park in Odell Weeks center area
Aiken plans a skate park at Virginia Acres City Park near Two Notch Road to be completed by late fall or early winter this year. The project, funded by local taxpayers and a design firm, will reuse four tennis courts with on-site construction and a concrete surface for ramps and rails.
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Parker
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