Guantanamo Detainees and Adoption Question Raised
Editor asks how many detainees Mr. Riley would adopt and what constitutes mistreatment at Guantanamo. The piece notes detainees’ religion and beards, comments on moving detainees to the U.S., and potential peril to local residents due to associations.
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Kudos at Aiken Middle School Welcomes New Student
Aiken Middle School welcomed a transfer student with warm support making him feel included. The writer criticizes ongoing highway development along Highway 19 and Interstate 20, arguing it won’t proceed while current city and county officials remain in office.
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Cracker Barrel Interest Suggested for Aiken Town
Local residents hope Cracker Barrel opens in Aiken, praising better options like Mimi's and Denny's. Most complain about Cracker Barrel service and predict strong local demand if a Cracker Barrel arrives.
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Understanding the Coat Fee Concept in Everyday Terms
A coat fee is a small charge sometimes collected for using a coat check service at events or venues. It covers handling and storage of your coat and is not a crime related term. The message about shared responsibility in theft cases is not a legal rule and penalties depend on jurisdiction and evidence.
Air Canada to create nut free zones on planes
Commentary argues against nut free zones citing allergy concerns and reactions to restrictions. The author questions why minority safety measures dictate broader travel or business practices and compares to tobacco bans and smoking limits. The piece questions policy changes and personal responsibility.
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Readers invited to leave brief comments for Aiken Standard
Call the TalkBack line or email editorial aikenstandard.com to leave messages. Names aren’t required and won’t be published. Comments should be brief. the paper reserves right to edit for space and content.
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Aiken 175th anniversary talk on plan of the city
Historic Aiken Foundation and Aiken County Historical Society host a joint meeting at the Aiken Municipal Building Sunday at 2 30 p m featuring Dr Stanford Anderson MIT on the city plan behind Aiken s streets and urban form He will discuss Jefferson Railroad Towns and the unique layout with a reception to follow and honors for local preservation efforts Public invite 502 1400 and online resources provided
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District Extends Expanded School Choice to Parents
The Aiken County School District will offer expanded school choice for elementary students in 2010 11. Capacity limits will apply per school and bus transportation is limited to the zoned school. Requests must be written and received by March 4 with forms available at district offices and online.
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Navy Petty Officer Berry Reenlists At Fort Story
Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Matthew C. Berry, son of Gloria Limehouse Berry and Frank W. Berry of Belvedere, was promoted and reenlisted for four years while serving with Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 10 at Fort Story Virginia. A 2000 graduate of North Augusta High School, he joined the Navy in September 2002.
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Contact Information for Aiken Standard Newsroom and Submissions
The Aiken Standard provides newsroom phone numbers for tips and staff contacts. Call 644-2401 for tips or messages, and reach Managing Editor Michael Gibbons at 644-2381. Email submissions to editorial aikenstandard com and tobriant aikenstandard com.
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Local church card party aids Aiken charities
St Marys Catholic Church women host a Feb 13 card and game party from 10 30 a m to 1 30 p m at St Angela Fellowship Hall. Eight dollar admission includes a light lunch and desserts with door prizes. Reserve tables by Feb 10 via calls to 648 5569 or 648 8671. Proceeds go to area charities.
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Heartworm Clinic Supports Relay For Life Team
Veterinary Services hosts yearly heartworm clinic on February 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. Tests cost 15 dollars with all proceeds going to the Relay For Life Central Riders Team. Call 648-5489 or email aiken.petvet at atlanticbbn dot net or visit www.AikenVetVet.com for details.
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Friday Lottery Results and Powerball Note
Friday drawing results list Pick 3 Midday 3 1 9 Pick 4 Midday 9 5 7 5 Pick 3 Evening 6 4 8 Pick 4 Evening 3 0 8 0 Palmetto Cash 5 1 6 13 15 32 Power Up 4 Powerball 27 Powerplay 3. Wednesday Powerball numbers given as 8 11 15 32 50 with Powerball 27 and Powerplay 3. Missed Mega Million numbers. See Sun Day Aiken Standard for further winnings.
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