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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 2003
Page
2
Readers weigh in on media bias and local issues. A reader criticizes syndicated columnists and Fox News style coverage while praising local libraries doctors schools and civic events in Aiken. Callers are invited to share comments via Talkback hotline or email.
Aiken Standard invites readers to send vacation photos from Tampa Grand Rapids Seattle or other trips for publication. Accepts prints or JPEGs via mail to Vacation Photos Aiken Standard P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 or in person at 326 Rutland Drive Email editorial aikenstandard.com. Include identifications and a local phone number.
Minnesota Fattz defeated William Refrigerator Perry six to five in a charity friendly hot dog eating contest at Regal Theatre in Augusta. Proceeds support the Augusta Youth Center, with Beverly Clyburn and Yolanda Marshall serving as judges. Perry aimed to train for the Nathan’s Famous event in New York while Fattz readied for airplay on Power 107.
Aiken County will gain improved NOAA weather radio coverage with a new transmitter at 162.450 MHz. Emergency coordinator David Ruth led the effort, supported by Chairman Ronnie Young and meteorologist Steven Naglic. The project, funded by a USDA grant and aided by SCETV, will also offer alternative frequencies for nearby Barnwell and Georgia border areas.
AAA of the Carolinas says fuel prices will be 10 to 12 cents higher per gallon during the extended Independence Day weekend. About 485000 South Carolina travelers expected to hit the roads as Myrtle Beach leads in price at 1.38 per gallon and Spartanburg and Columbia at 1.32. Law enforcement will heighten DUI checks statewide, part of the Sober or Slammer program, with 2.4 percent more drivers on Carolina roads this weekend.
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