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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 2012
Page
3
Aiken Standard readers weigh in on a hat theft incident described as rude and culturally insensitive. The letter argues hats worn for 30 years symbolize personal history and dignity, urging consideration of tradition in public spaces.
A Monday paper explained versus yesterday’s writing on lay and lie. The note shows lay is past tense for lay down an object and lay eggs, while lie is present for be in a horizontal position. The piece emphasizes one rule: things lay, and people lie.
A Walmart shopper thanks a young woman who prepaid their cheese at the register. The grateful recipient did not learn the donor’s identity as she had left before being thanked, leaving appreciation expressed to the anonymous benefactor.
A brief note states that women would leave their purses on the car top rather than in the front seat to prevent the windows from being broken, reflecting a precautionary practice observed in the area.
A group of five Branns are graduating and already secured positions. Two are joining firms immediately, and three others plan to start with their new employers without delays.
A reader urges restraint and gratitude on Independence Day, reflecting on nine years running a Christian charity aiding the hungry and homeless in Aiken County. The letter criticizes public officials and golf course safety, asks for brief comments via TalkBack, and notes names are not required for publication.
Dozens gathered at the Village at Woodside for a fourth annual Fourth of July event featuring inflatables, face painting, popcorn, Bruster’s ice cream, and raffles. Volunteers and local residents described the gathering as a community introduction and client appreciation occasion, with families enjoying yard space, Frisbee, and a nearby fireworks show.
The third annual Birds & Butterflies amateur photography contest titled South Carolina Mountains to Marshes opens soon. Store owner Ron Brenneman outlines three categories critters scenery and a youth category for residents 16 or younger.
Third annual Birds and Butterflies amateur photography contest opens submissions August 10 to 15. South Carolina residents may enter up to two 8 by 10 prints. 12 to 15 photos will be chosen for a 2013 calendar with readied display August 20 to 25 at Birds and Butterflies, 117 Laurens St NW. Winners receive ribbons and store gift certificates. Proceeds from calendar sales benefit Silver Bluff Audubon Center.
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