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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 2011
Page
3
A terse advisory urges Pat Robertson to refrain from commenting on other nations and to focus on internal affairs. The note repeats a demand for noninterference in foreign countries.
Reader questions city payment to a landscape designer for 28 crape myrtles at New York Street Park. Concerns raised about plant choice preferring evergreens or larger specimens. The note also mentions a snow day on Confederate Day and opposition to using Martin Luther King as an excuse.
Two SC girls are set for television appearances this week highlighting young talent. The article notes emphasis on curiosity and broad horizons as they share their projects and experiences with a wider audience.
Seniors found the doors locked at Aiken Mall yesterday despite requests to enter. Books-A-Million remained open for walkers amid the cold. The writer recalls Columbia's former mental hospital and critiques local activists for inaction on homelessness.
The speaker rejects new zodiac signs and asserts lasting allegiance to being Aquarius. They insist the shift is unnecessary and claim consistency in their astrological persona despite changes perceived by others.
Reader voices frustration as speeding on Two Notch is blamed for near misses and potential tragedy. Caller urges decisive action before a child is harmed or killed. Community speaks out about missed enforcement and the need for strict 30 mph limits.
A reader expresses support for Herman Cain as president and urges others to vote for him. The note invites comments via TalkBack hotline or email to the Aiken Standard, noting reader names are optional and comments may be edited for space.
Ruth Milks, born January 15, 1911 in Buffalo, New York, turns 100 and is pictured with her daughter Nancy Tisdale. A longtime parishioner and volunteer, she lives in Aiken since 2006 and remains active with Christ Central, St. John's Chancel Choir, and senior social groups.
A columnist describes a volatile SC winter in Aiken with wild temperature swings from freezing to warm. She recalls two snows in 2010 and recent ice storms, hikes through Hopelands Gardens, and note of more birds at cabin fever moments. She shares slipping on ice while shopping at Walmart and trudging through icy sidewalks as pedestrians struggle amid the roller coaster weather. She ends with a note to contact Amy Banton at abanton aikenstandard com.
The notice provides newsroom phone numbers and emails for submissions and editorial questions. It lists Michael Gibbons and Tim O Briant as editors with contact details. It also includes publishing details for The Aiken Standard established in 1867 and subscription rates.
Police reports describe a 2003 Toyota 4Runner break in on Reid Drive with a stolen purse containing cash and documents. A Foxfire Court home suffered vandalism with spray painted words and damaged furniture. Other incidents include thefts from Andrews Circle and Walgreens area vehicle break ins, plus a Walmart manager reporting a marijuana bag on the floor near Woodforest Bank.
Relay For Life team captains gather Thursday at 6 p.m. at St John’s Methodist Church corner of Newberry Street and Richland Avenue. Dinner will be provided.
A Howlin Wolf Full Moon Party unfolds Wednesday at 8 p m at The Stables Restaurant in The Rose Hill. A live band performs with drink specials and full pub menus, no cover charge, details at 648 1181.
Monday midday and evening lottery numbers are listed for Pick 3 and Pick 4 draws. Palmetto Cash 5 numbers and Multiplier are provided, along with Cash 3 and Cash 4 results. Some Evening Cash 4 and Fantasy 5 numbers were unavailable at press time.
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