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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 2006
Page
3
Residents ask why 421 remains unpaved from Piney Heights Road to Clearwater and seek road maintenance relief. They allege frequent vehicle damage from the rough stretch and demand action before more wear and tear.
Community notes rising interest in restoring aging downtown homes into cottage style residences. While new developments offend some, readers urge sensitivity to displaced seniors and call for subsidized housing near downtown for those who need yard space and shelter.
A local reader question asks why stores remain open on the Fourth of July. The letter notes concern for employees who may want time with families and asks whether business needs drive holiday hours. Readers are invited to comment via Talkback or email.
The Tuesday story correcting an East Pine Log Road fire identifies the shop as Aiken Auto Repair. The Aiken Standard regrets the error and any confusion caused.
About 1000 motorcyclists led by the Dixie Thunder ABATE and other groups escorted the Vietnam Wall That Heals to Citizens Park. Riders from across the state attended a memorial intended to honor Vietnam veterans and those still fighting. The wall will remain through Sunday with an opening ceremony Thursday at 11 a.m.
Publisher notes standard delivery hours and weekend timing while urging readers to call 803-648-2911 for mail and delivery information. Provides re-delivery phone 482911 and mentions home delivery subscribers receive the paper on weekends with weekly delivery details.
A July monthly feature from Aiken highlights character traits. Also listed are South Carolina lottery numbers for Tuesday including Pick 3 Midday 6-9-4 Pick 4 Midday 30-66 Pick 3 Evening 33-0 Pick 4 Evening 5-8-0-0 SRGIA and Cash 3 Midday 1-6-6 Cash 4 Midday 4-6-4-4 Cash 3 Evening 0-0-5 Cash 4 Evening 2-1-5-3 Fantasy 5 4-15-13-23-38 Mega Millions 15-9-42-31-45 Mega Ball 41.
North Augusta officials outline 2006 budget boosts including two new patrol officers and plans to add more through 2008. A new substation at I-520 and Clearwater Road will require four officers. Leaders stress proactive policing to match rapid growth in Hampmonds Ferry, The Springs, Bergen Village and new Bergen Place sections.
The Aiken County Board of Education will pick a new associate superintendent for instructional services at a special board meeting on Thursday. The meeting is at the district office on Brookhaven Drive at 7 p.m. The new administrator will replace Dr. Frank Roberson, who moves to Edgefield County.
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