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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 2011

Page

3

Unclear memo critiques tuition hikes and politics

The note accuses 2002 tuition of 2137 rising to 4230 in 2011 and links lottery scholarships to higher costs for non recipients. It attacks promises of no cuts to higher education funds and criticizes President Obama and adviser David Plouffe over unemployment rhetoric and food stamp reliance.

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Augusta Mall doomed by crime and panhandling fears

Resident from South Carolina says Augusta Mall, Broad Street, and Riverwalk are unsafe due to rising crime and panhandling. Georgia does not honor a SC concealed carry permit, prompting plans to avoid Augusta and compare it to Regency Mall as a fate to be avoided.

S.C Augusta Mall Broad Street Riverwalk Georgia Augusta Regency Mall

Tuition Based on Income and School Fees

The idea proposes income based tuition where families with children in school pay fees scaled by earnings. It argues all should pay taxes while the model adjusts school charges by household income to balance funding.

Gas price spike on July 6 amid market factors

Reader asks why gasoline rose by 30 cents per gallon on July 6. They note no apparent cause beyond Anthony being found not guilty, seeking plausible explanations and context for the price change.

Anthony

Eyesore in Aiken junkyard sparks environmental concerns

Reader laments July 7 Talk Back segment on rusty cars. Criticizes local junkyard for oil leaks and pollution, calls for stronger signs and greater environmental accountability.

Aiken

Pledge Preservation Sparks Talkback Call For Opinion

Readers urged to comment on keeping the pledge intact and to share views via TalkBack. The Aiken Standard invites brief messages, with names optional and subject to editorial editing for space and content. Comments may be left by phone at 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com.

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Mor Fda Hued Oeey Phone Fox Cam Huffman Sports Editor

Odd fragmented notice lists hours 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and several phone numbers for Fox and Cam Huffman with sports editor contact. The text ends with the phrase hit him on, suggesting an incomplete item or error. No clear event or identity is fully stated.

Cam Huffman

Aiken County Tea Party Rally Draws Diverse Crowd

Citizens, politicians, and advocates filled The Alley as Dr. Mike Vasovski led the Aiken County Tea Party rally. Sen. Greg Ryberg and others urged active participation in 2012 with patriotic rhetoric and questions for elected officials. The event highlighted civic engagement and included supporters from groups like the John Birch Society. The rally airs today 7 to 9 p.m. on LSTVmedia.com.

Aiken County Mike Vasovski Greg Ryberg R-Aiken Jane Page Thompson

Scouts Build Bench and Swing Set for Community Project

Boy Scouts Evan Cook and Taylor Burke led projects at St Marys Help of Christians Church and Christ Central. Cook built a wooden octagon bench in front of the church after planning his Eagle Scout project. Burke organized a car wash to fund a swing set for Christ Central, with construction planned to begin in August.

Boy Scouts of America St. Mary’s Help of Christians Catholic Church Evan Cook Troop Cook St. Angela Hall Pama Taylor Burke Life Scout Christ Central Burke David Savannah River Ashleey Wiliamson St. Mary's Help of Christians Catholic Church Nathan Leonard Charlie Oehlberg Steven Mets Shayn Price Ashleey Williamson New

Alley Block Party Kicks Off In The Alley On Rainy Night

Organizers view the initial Alley block party as a learning chance as cloudy skies and evening showers dampen the event. Casey McCall led the kickoff as the area opened, celebrating his birthday weekend with live music and games. Liz Borom and Chris Griffin teamed with local venues to host coin hole, beer pong, and specials, aiming to attract attention to The Alley. The party runs 8 to 11 p.m. each of the next two Saturdays.

Casey McCall Arnold Palmer McCall Liz Borom Chris Griffin Soiree the Griffin Liz Griffin Davor’s Up Your Alley Takasushi Griffin and Aiken Brewing Co

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