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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 2009
Page
3
A reader emails editorial page asking why an unrelated patron would sit near a family with a small child when a theater is empty. The note raises questions about viewer discretion and public safety in quiet screening environments.
A reader argues opponents of gay marriage claim they fear producing gay children, reflecting heated public debate on marriage rights and social norms.
Community urges fire houses in Aiken to lower flags to half staff to honor those who gave their lives. Regions Bank and Chick Fil A were noted for observing this gesture.
Viewers condemn payday lending as a scam after a Good Morning America segment. The writer blasts the 800 percent interest on small loans and urges the original promoter of this scheme to reveal their name.
Local residents argue the 20 foot right of way for power lines causes dis ease and ugliness, urging reevaluation by the cooperative and authorities.
A reader urges postal workers to return misdelivered mail to the rightful addressee promptly instead of keeping it for months. The letter highlights ongoing mix ups and calls for improved handling to prevent delays and identify correct recipients.
The note asks whether others are experiencing the same problem with post cards mailed and references a recurring issue. It seeks confirmation and possible discussion of shared experiences among readers.
A reader thanks Phil lip for stopping his yard work and guiding them when lost. The note invites comments via TalkBack hotline at 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com. Readers’ names aren’t required and comments may be edited for space.
The Hopelands Summer Concert Series presents Aiken Brass at 7 p.m. on the Windham Performing Arts Stage. Admission is free with public parking at Green Boundary Club. call 643 4661 for rain info and 642 7631 for schedule.
Celebrate Recovery, a Christ centered 12 step program, marks six years helping people with addiction and substance abuse find peace through faith. Ray and Claire Levesque cite ongoing weekly sessions at Cedar Creek Church with dinners worship and multiple small groups drawing about 60 attendees weekly.
Claire and Ray Levesque describe their Celebrate Recovery sessions with A to Z topics and 12 step discussions. Friday schedule runs dinner 6 to 6 30 p m worship 7 to 8 p m Life Hurts God Heals 7 to 9 p m Newcomers 101 and small groups 8 to 9 p m social time 9 to 9 30 p m. Connection info at cedar creek church site or 599 1503.
Motorists should expect lane closures this week as resurfacing work is done by the South Carolina Department of Transportation on multiple streets in the City of Aiken. Roads include Colleton Avenue Chesterfield Street Abbeville Avenue Columbia Avenue Jasper Street Hilltop Florence Street North and South Marion Street Church Street Marlboro Street Orangeburg Avenue S E and more, with closures scheduled along several blocks and intersections.
The Aiken Design Review Board meets Tuesday at 6 30 p m at 214 Park Ave S W to review Old Aiken Overlay District items and new proposals. David Fleming seeks porch at 313 Park Ave SE. Alan Riddick seeks Laurens Street marker for the Aiken Gas Explosion. Todd Lista eyes painting the Old Aiken Post Office dome at 203 Laurens St SW. Philip Merry seeks patio cover at 507 Coker Springs Rd SW. Kevin Igoe proposes a new roof at 217 Easy St SW. Grant Larlee requests renovations at 804 Two Notch Rd.
Readers are invited to submit material by email to editorial aikenstandard.com or call the newsroom at 644 2401. Managing Editor Michael Gibbons can be reached at 644 2381 for information. Hours are 8 30 a m to 5 00 p m Monday through Friday. The notice lists staff contacts and publication details for the Aiken Standard established in 1867 with subscription and lottery numbers included.
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