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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 2004
Page
2
An astonished rant condemns a woman whose son vandalized a Lion King display in a McDonald’s on Richland Avenue. The writer also argues against broad stereotypes of Hispanics while praising local workers at Aiken Regional Medical Centers and thanking a Coroner’s Office contact.
A volunteer firefighter writes about risking lives and families for local fires and argues fire fees help buy new trucks and safety gear while EMS and public safety are paid. Readers are invited to call a Talkback hotline or email with brief comments, with the paper free to edit.
The Smith Hazel Recreation center hosted a Soul Food Cook-off to support a black history program. Community members offered dishes from barbecue fish to pigeon peas and rice, with proceeds from meal tickets funding local African-American history efforts. Local artists performed as attendees praised the flavorful dishes and the event bringing people together.
Charlotte and Pete Hill attended a child passenger safety seat clinic at Target where Aiken Department of Public Safety and SAFE KIDS fitted seats for Isabella Charlton and Victoria. Officials urged proper installation and recalls checks, noting high turnout and ongoing monthly clinics.
A large crowd is expected as the AAUW book fair starts Friday March 5 from 9 am to 6 pm and Saturday March 6 from 9 am to 2 pm in the Old Belk building Kalmia Plaza. Proceeds support a national education foundation and local causes.
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