Moving out after job loss warned by elders
Editorial advises adults moving back with parents after unemployment risk a harsh reaction from parents and a push to move out before regaining footing. Cautionary note stresses financial dependence may strain family ties and trigger eviction.
Repeat TalkBacks and the daily litter pickup debate
Readers vent about recurring TalkBacks and the blame for roadside litter. The letter cites prisoners and chain gangs as a preferred method, condemns modern leaders, and compares Congress to a do-nothing versus do-something bad trace.
Feeling Different About Parents
A reflective piece on mixed emotions toward parents. It explores loving them while preferring distance and the struggle of family dynamics.
Tebowing Won’t Solve Problems Without Human Action
The remark stresses that faith alone cannot fix national issues and that practical progress requires informed, active work by people who understand the challenges and take responsibility to address them.
Singing president prompts reader feedback on the office
The message asks readers to call or email feedback about the president and whether quitting his day job would earn forgiveness. It notes that names need not be given and that comments may be edited for space.
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Corrections issued for Masterworks Chorale Serenade and Graniteville HS Football
The newspaper notes corrections for Thursday and Friday stories. Doors open 6 45 p m and show starts 7 30 p m for the Masterworks Chorale Valentines Serenade. Kirk Bennetts correct phone is (803) 776 1849 and readers can report errors to Mike Gibbons at 644-2381 or editorial aikenstandard com.
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Aiken Standard Contact Details and Staff Circle
The snippet lists office hours 6:30 am to 5:30 pm for Monday through Friday at 326 Butland Drive, with phone and fax numbers, aikenstandard.com and staff emails. It names Tim O Brianté, managing editor, and Michael Gibbons, sports editor, plus Cam Mufimar and newsroom lines.
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Forum discusses SRS status and future nuclear plans
Community leaders and site contractors mulled Savannah River Site projects and partnerships during a National Nuclear Science Week forum at Aiken Technical College. DOE officials and SRNS executives highlighted H Canyon, MOX facility progress, biomass power, and regional energy roles.
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Driver crashes pickup into canal and flees the scene
State troopers investigate a Friday morning crash in Graniteville when a 2004 Chevy pickup driven by Phillip Logan Jackson ran a stop sign on Gregg Highway, struck railroad tracks and a tree, and entered a canal. Passenger Evan Moore, 22, was hospitalized with non life threatening injuries. another passenger Thomas Leppard, 20, was possibly injured. Jackson fled the scene.
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Phillip Logan Jackson
Gregg Highway
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Evan Moore
Thomas Leppard
Karen Daily
USC
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Bloodhounds Attend Career Day at North Augusta Middle
North Augusta Middle School held a career day with eighth grader Sydney Oglesby shown with Sampson from the County Bloodhound team. Photo by Kevin Wilson.
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North Augusta Middle School
Sydney Oglesby
Sampson
Gas generator stolen from ASTV mobile studio trailer
Aiken Public Safety reports a 1000 dollar gas generator stolen from an ASTV mobile studio trailer behind the Rutland Drive building. The unit was secured with cables and a padlock. The case is under investigation.
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Community Blood Drives and Habitat for Humanity Clinic
Blood drives are planned for Saturday February 4 at Walmart locations on Richland Avenue and Knox Avenue North Augusta plus St Marys Help of Christians on York Street with times from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aiken Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s host a clinic on exterior siding installation at the Aiken Lowe’s from 10 a.m. to noon. Women may enroll by visiting habitataiken.org or calling the Aiken County Habitat for Humanity.
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Lowe's
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Habitataiken.org
Aiken County
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Stichin' Belles to Perform at Aiken Library Feb 4
The Stichin' Belles will appear at the Aiken County Public Library on Saturday February 4 from 12 45 to 4 p m to honor Stitchin Public Day. The Miss Fox Creek High School Pageant follows that evening at 7 p m at the Wesley Center Grace United Methodist Church with a $10 admission.
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SAHS DECA to Host Ruby Tuesday Pancake Breakfast
South Aikien High School DECA Chapter will sponsor a pancake breakfast at Ruby Tuesday on February 4 from 8 to 10 30 a.m. The price is eight dollars for one and fifteen dollars for two.
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Delivery Notice for Aiken Standard Subscribers
Questions about delivery and paper arrival times are addressed. The notice states expect delivery by 6 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on some days, with contact options and postal details for Aiken South Carolina.
Friday's Pick 4 Midday Evening Lottery Totals
A brief lottery note lists Pick 4 Midday numbers 2 5 8 and Evening 2 6 4 with Palmetto location and a series 12 20 26 28. The text includes extra letters and unclear punctuation.
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