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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 2016
Page
5
A brief note from Aiken details Bethany Cemetery at night and prompts reflections on birth rates and family responsibilities. The writer voices concern that younger generations may increase births while older generations bear the caregiving load.
Reader notes praise for a J and S Cafeteria chain while suggesting area investigation for a potential site. A separate user thanks Aiken City for rapid water-leak repairs and compliments staff and a shelter dog that helped a person. Also mentions a computer scam and sympathy for candlelight memorials.
A reader recalls attending the play Fruitcakes and enduring cold theater conditions. They retrieved blankets but warming proved difficult. They note Thanksgiving work can yield double pay, aiding many people.
The question asks if all mail delivery routes with problems originate from Centre South post office rather than the main facility. It seeks confirmation about route origins affecting delivery issues.
Resident complains about profanity seen at a Trump event and urges decency. They also report long-pending limb pickup in New Ellenton and discuss unsafe lighting on Dougherty Road from Walgreens to KFC. They advocate more bikers, less cars, and note local help for Medicare through the Lower Savannah Council of Governments and SRS center.
Citizens urge the city to address infrastructure needs such as water lines roads and sewer lines rather than spending on the old Aiken Elementary School site. They call for clear discussion of funding priorities.
The note asks why prepayment is required at gas stations and whether new crew members will work 24 hour shifts. No further facts or sources are provided.
The Aiken Newcomers' Club will host a luncheon and meeting January 12 at Newberry Hall 117 Newberry St. Registration starts 9:30 a.m. with the program and lunch at 11:30 a.m. Judee Mitchell will perform international dances. Luncheon costs 15 dollars. Reservations due by noon January 7. Name A to L call 803-643-1890. M to Z call 803-648-3219 or email newcomers29803 gmail.com.
Beth Carlson will sign copies of her book Fox Tales from 5 to 8 p.m. January 12 at The Willcox 100 Colleton Ave. S.W. Her Equine Canine and Sporting Art exhibit will also be on display that day.
Aiken residents rushed home from church to watch the parade but enjoyed faulty floats and a nighttime event marred by broken street lights on Silver Bluff Road. City officials face calls to spend funds fixing the lighting and improving infrastructure.
The city cannot grant raises to employees but plans allocating $10,000 to support the Aiken Training Track. The rest of the text questions fashion rules and driver safety, suggesting fashion rules are used for selling clothes.
An informational kickoff for Aiken County Habitat for Humanity’s 2016 Women Build is at 7 p.m. January 12 in the South Aiken Presbyterian Church sanctuary. The 10th Women Build home will be constructed by the team, with free training clinics at Lowe’s starting January 23 and Saturdays through February 27.
Aiken residents report the removal of a commemorative pole with an American flag honoring veterans. The repeated act draws outrage as locals urge accountability and protection of memorial displays.
A speaker emphasizes personal freedom in clothing choices, stating it is none of anyone else’s business. They advocate for individuals to wear black or red, wear a gold flag hat, or adopt a cotton family look without external intrusion or judgment.
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