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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 2008
Page
3
Residents question legality of converting cul de sac in a residential area into a parking zone in Aiken. Citizens discuss driveways crowded with vehicles blocking turnaround space and question enforcement and rules. Debate over spending tax dollars on spay neuter programs versus pet welfare and owner responsibility.
The report proposes setting the speed limit on Highway 1 to 10 miles per hour to revert to a past standard. Proponents argue it would restore a safer, simpler driving pace and reduce accidents.
A local resident defends a longtime junkyard, noting it has served the Aiken area for years and aided many people. The speaker urges understanding that the business is an established part of the community.
Readers urged to stop beaver killings in a local appeal. The notice invites comments via TalkBack hotline and email to the Aiken Standard, noting names are optional and messages may be edited for space.
The Aiken Standard corrects a Feb 26 headline stating an arrest was made in connection with a local teen’s MySpace page. Public Safety officers were involved but no arrest occurred. Also noted, horseman Chartie Fenwick J will speak Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum.
Verizon Wireless disputes claims it meddles in Aiken County tower rules to aid the company. Consultant Rusty Monroe cites a held permit for a 315 foot tower and argues stringent ordinances deter new towers while Verizon and other carriers say changes would benefit residents. No action was taken at a special Development Committee meeting. review continues ahead of March 4 council reading.
Sunday Plus subscribers will receive delivery of the Aken Standard on specified dates in 2008. The list includes May 24 June 14 August 8 August 18 November 27 December 20 and October 28 27.
Aiken County seven high schools seek seven 45 passenger buses at 76000 each and 12 36 passenger buses at 45000 each plus state inspections and a 500 travel allotment per team. Only 12 of 154 teams are profitable. potential admission hikes face concerns of burden on families. Board discusses budget impacts and possible focus on self funded sports. Also deed transfer to Gregg Graniteville Foundation for land around Memorial Field as part of athletic field expansion.
The Aiken Writing Project linked to Aiken County School District and USCA will host a Summer Institute at USC Aiken from June 10 to July 10. Dr Lynne Rhodes invites K 12 teachers who teach writing to apply for six graduate credits. Applications due by March 2010 with recommendations required. For questions email Dr Rhodes. Memorial Baptist Church Youth Group to hold a BBQ Chicken Plate fundraiser March 15 from 3 to 5 pm. Plates cost 8. Carryout orders via church office by March 10 at 648 3244. Aiken Regional Medical Centers offers a Standard First Aid CPR AED class in classrooms A B March 15 from 9 am to 4 pm. Registration required. call 800 882 7445.
The American Legion Department 4th District commander will host a Veterans Information Day at American Legion Post 212 in Aiken on a Saturday from 10 am to noon. Veterans may ask questions about benefits and insurance as the new Aiken VA clinic opened Feb. 4. Participants include the Indianapolis national vice commander, Aiken County Veterans service officer Tom Harris, and Legion staff.
A 29-year-old North Augusta man, James Whaley, was arrested Monday on a lewd act charge involving a 14-year-old. Arrest warrants allege he kissed the girl on the neck and face. His bond was set at $5,000.
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