Gun rights and civil rights debate prompts strong reader comments
A reader argues for armed self defense to prevent massacres in gun free zones and questions concealed carry permits. The letter also criticizes Christian business bans on same sex services and calls for discussions on secular versus religious rights. It endorses displaying the Confederate flag and urges public input via the Aiken Standard TalkBack line.
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Aiken Board of Education to discuss school design plans
The Aiken County Board of Education will hear an update on Leavelle McCampbell Middle School and North Augusta High School design plans at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the district office 1000 Brookhaven Drive. Funding from the 1 percent sales tax referendum funds renovations and construction at five county schools. The board will also review financials, donations, grants, and advisory council appointments before an executive session on contractual, legal, and personnel matters.
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Family and Friends Day Bike Social Club event set in Trenton
The Western Bikers and Social Club Association hosts CSRA Family and Friends Day on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 78 Nicholson Road off Bettis Academy Road in Trenton. Attendees can join bingo, senior praise team, line dancing, kids games, bike and car shows, and a food buffet. School supplies will be handed out at 5 p.m. Call 803-617-9995 for details.
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Downtown Aiken residents weigh in on new businesses
The Aiken Standard street poll finds varied opinions on downtown changes. Some residents favor no change while others want more restaurants and youth gathering spaces, with a majority demanding unique specialty shops selling handmade local culture items.
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