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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 2009
Page
3
A new site aims to rate doctors in the area. The post also questions local law enforcement and politics, noting alleged long running drug dealing in Monetta and criticizing Republican leadership and national figures.
A reader urges shifting focus from dogs to other topics despite sympathy. The letter emphasizes seeking fresh discussion rather than dwelling on pet concerns.
Reports note that New Ellenton police are stopping certain individuals while others avoid checks, prompting questions about criteria, consistency, and potential discrimination. Community leaders call for transparency and data on stop incidents and outcomes.
The text argues that the United States functions as a republic rather than a democracy, claiming that true democracy would erode the freedoms the country currently enjoys. It contrasts branding and actual governance implications with emphasis on freedoms and political structure.
Readers express frustration at Governor Sanford's stance on the stimulus package. The tone urges action to assist families struggling to pay bills and calls for clearer relief measures amid ongoing economic anxiety.
Readers invited to share views on speed traps in Aiken with Sunday churchgoers in mind. Call the TalkBack hotline or email editorial, names unnecessary and comments may be edited for space and content.
The Aiken County Historical Society marked the Highland Park Hotel site with a commemorative marker during its winter meeting at the Aiken County Historical Museum. The Highland, built 1870 as Aiken’s largest hotel, burned in 1898, was rebuilt in 1915, and demolished in 1940.
Isabella Pyle, a first grade student at Aiken Elementary, won first place in the K 2 division of a Helpline of Aiken County art contest for her drawing of a cat named Smudge. Her prize of 300 goes to the school art program. The event also awarded 200 and 100 to other top finishers and honored Carla Kerrigan for submitting the most entries.
Reader submissions are encouraged by the Aiken Standard. For tips call the newsroom at 644-2401 or email editorial aikenstandard.com. Managing Editor Michael Gibbons can be reached at 644-2381, and Tim O Briant is the News Editor at 644-2380. Office hours are 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday through Friday.
Aiken City Council meets Monday February 23 at 7 p.m. to review appointments and amendments to loan and lease agreements, zoning on Silver Bluff Road, and the Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Plan. The Board of Zoning Appeals meets Tuesday February 24 at 5 30 p.m. to consider Aldi Food Market sign variances at 2510 Whiskey Road SE.
A fryer fire at the Burger King on York Street led to an evacuation Sunday night. The flames spread to the ceiling area, but responders from the Aiken Department of Public Safety arrived shortly after 9 p.m. and quickly controlled the blaze. The building sustained damage, Capt. Wendell Hall said.
Sunday and Saturday draw results list Pick 3 and Pick 4 numbers for evening draws. Cash 3 and Cash 4 numbers appear for each day along with Fantasy 5 combinations. No further context or outcomes provided.
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