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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 2015
Page
3
Editorial notes that a fee in lieu creates a transient business environment with providers leaving for better deals. It argues for a rethought approach to foster a more stable local economy while inviting readers to share opinions via the TalkBack line or email.
The Aiken Standard issues corrections for errors in its February editions. The Tuesday March 3 Music Live lineup was misstated. The Crystal Trio is the correct act. A pastor and businessman was misidentified as guest speaker for Leavelle McCampbell Middle School Black History Month observance on February 21. The paper invites readers to report factual errors by calling Melissa Hanna at 803-644-2364 or emailing editorial.
City council did not commit to a vote on repurposing Capital Project Sales Tax funds in two rounds but will address the item at the regular meeting next month. The agenda includes round two and three adjustments to Whiskey Road, downtown streetscape, a landfill park, and a Northside recreational park plus water and sewer system increases and a Public Safety funding package.
Aiken County Association for Special Citizens and Aiken Knights of Columbus donate over 15,000 to Tri Development Center to modernize the kitchen used by special needs adults on Vaucluse Road. The aging facility, dating to the 1980s, struggles with long boil times and noncommercial equipment amid new state requirements.
The Knights of Columbus raise funds through annual Tootsie Roll sales benefiting the Special Olympics and Tri-Development. Secretary Bill Boyce notes ongoing support including equipment purchases. Toni Faircloth leads Busy Bakers Bread & Things, a bakery now focused on desserts, muffins, and deli items, employing nine special-needs clients with Christmas cookies and other popular treats.
Gravatt Camp and Conference Center in Aiken hosts a three day Food and Faith Conference from March 6 to 8. Dr. Norman Wirzba Duke Divinity School leads with talks on building Christian community through food. Presenters include Brandon Velie chef and owner Juniper Ridge Spring and Dr Beth Kunkel Clemson University. Registration is 260 dollars per person with lodging meals. commuter rate 75 dollars for March 7 only. Deadline March 2. Call 803-648-1817 or visit campgravatt.org.
The Food and Faith Conference runs March 6 to 8 at Camp Gravatt located at 1006 Camp Gravatt Road. Cost is 260 dollars per person including lodging and meals, with a 75 dollar commuter rate for March 7 only. For details call 803-648-1817 or visit campgravatt.org.
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