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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 2008
Page
3
The text ponders human inadequacy when facing existential questions about origin purpose and meaning. It argues for humility and open-mindedness until evidence beyond blind faith can establish absolute truth, noting ruins linked to biblical places may hint legends contain some truth.
A reader argues that public Christmas celebrations should accommodate diverse beliefs. They suggest individuals desiring religious emphasis should celebrate privately, not mandate municipal actions. The letter questions municipal authority to shape holiday observances and urges inclusivity.
Readers discuss a proposed inclusion of the concrete pig armaments story denied by the Design Review Board. The piece mocks TV news fodder and invites comments via TalkBack hotline and email, noting comments may be edited for space.
A correction appears in the Wednesday January 2 2008 edition of the Aiken Standard clarifying contact details for the 2008 Burs Night Dinner. Readers are directed to call Marylou Dewar at 649 4589 or contact Mike Gibbons at 644 2381 or 644 2400 to report problems or provide updated information.
South Carolina agriculture officials say cold temperatures, while harsh for other crops, dormancy protects peach buds and improves future harvests. The state ranks second in fresh peach production behind California with a $35 million industry, as forecasts call for freezing nights but milder weekend days and minimal rain through midweek.
Henry Sanchez relocates from Tampa to open a year round multi discipline facility at 499 Merits Bridge Road New Holland with 30 acres and a half mile track. The operation will offer boarding turnout and training for Thoroughbred horses, with 10 babies arriving from Ocala in January and plans for an arena for hunter jumpers. Sanchez cites family ties to racing and mentions ongoing training and breaking of a 2 year old. He notes support from local residents Tim and Brenda Johnson and invites tours of the facility. Contact 646-2618 or risenstarfarma yahoo com.
The page fragment lists subscription details for Aken Standard including PO boxes, delivery rates, and postmaster contact. It mentions EZ Pay rates and Sunday Plus delivery dates, plus assorted lottery-like winning numbers and a January trait reference.
The Aiken County School District will host a public reception for new superintendent Dr. Beth Everitt at Schofield Middle School on Tuesday January 15 from 530 PM to 7 PM. Education foundation Education Partners sponsors. The event features music from Schofield Middle School Strings and catering by culinary arts students from four area high schools. Everitt began work recently after a 25 year career in Albuquerque New Mexico where she led a district with about 90000 students. The reception aims to welcome her and mark a new era in education with community participation. For details contact Tammie Newman at 641-2639 or tnewman@aiken.k12.sc.us. Schofield Middle School is at 224 Kershaw St Aiken.
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