Editorial clash over retirement fraud and billboard politics
A reader questions whether collecting early Social Security at 62 while working constitutes fraud. The letter laments election billboards and political signs, arguing Obama supporters blame Bush, warn of economic collapse, and claim rising unemployment and a trillion dollar budget threaten the nation.
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Veterans tag eligibility questions from a widow reader
A reader asks if it is too late to obtain a veteran's tag for her husband who served twice in Vietnam. She awaits guidance and publication in the paper.
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York Street Hydrangeas Need Pruning This Fall
The hydrangeas on York Street require removing dead wood and pruning back this autumn to preserve their beauty. Please take care to maintain these beloved plants and avoid loss.
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South Carolina's Stance on Hospital Infection Reports
The piece notes the federal mandate for state reports on hospital infection rates and asks why South Carolina has refused. It invites readers to call or email the TalkBack hotline to comment, with editorials noting reader names will not be published and comments may be edited.
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Corrections for Mercury in Teeth Fillings Letter
Aiken Standard publishes a correction note for a July 15 letter about mercury in teeth fillings. The piece incorrectly attributed thimerosal to fillings. the editor states thimerosal is in vaccines only. Contact details for reporting errors are provided.
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Prime Steakhouse opens on Richland Avenue
Prime Steakhouse opens on Richland Avenue in the former Sugar Magnolia Cafe space. Randy Stamm says the 4 to 8 schedule plus lunch, a 28 day aged prime meat menu and daily 3 p.m. raw bar will define the new city restaurant. Prices range 8 to 34 dollars with takeout and cash or cards accepted.
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Contact details for the Aiken Standard newsroom and subscribership
The notice lists newsroom phone numbers and emails for Tim O Briant Michael Gibbons and Cam Huffman plus office hours 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m week days It also provides mailing address PO Box Rutland Drive and publisher contact Scott Hunter It includes subscription rates and dates for Sunday Plus deliveries in 2008 with various term options and prices.
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Volunteers sought for fourth Women Build in Warrenville
Volunteers are needed to construct the Saint John's Place home in Warrenville as part of Aiken County Habitat for Humanity Women Build. Groundbreaking is set for Wednesday at 10 a.m. with work days July 31 August 1 7 and 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 30 p.m. Call Eric Lenser or assist with meals via local contacts.
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Aiken County Bar Charity Golf Tournament Raises 8875
The Aiken County Bar held its second Charity Golf Tournament at Houndslake Country Club on July 6 to benefit the Child Advocacy Center. More than 100 players competed and raised 8,874.71 dollars as CAC Director Gail Lofgren accepted the check from tournament director Steve Rodman.
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Marine Corps Band to Perform at Hopelands Series
The U S Marine Corps Band will perform at Hopelands Gardens on the Windham Performing Arts Stage as part of the Hopelands Summer Concert Series sponsored by Screenprint Factory. The series runs Mondays through August with free admission starting at 7 p.m. parking details provided.
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Georgia Lottery Draw Summary
Sunday draw results show Pick 4 4 8 7 3. Cash 3 Midday 1 7 1. Cash 4 Midday 2 3 0 9. Cash 3 Evening 6 8 7. Cash 4 Evening 5 7 9 7. Fantasy 5 numbers 19 20 23 27 31.
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