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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 2009
Page
13
A letter to the Aiken Standard questions the choice of Camden in Kershaw County for the state Equine Center. The writer argues Aiken County, with the most horses and numerous equine facilities, is the true horse capital and Should have hosted the center.
The note urges students to maintain learning over break with a target of six books, daily news reading, and trips to zoos and museums to connect fun with education. It stresses avoiding re teaching already learned material and encourages family involvement to prevent summer learning loss.
A letter from Jerry Lyons criticizes parade spectators for poor flag etiquette and wishes better conduct next year. Another reader commends Noah Feit's Honduras Agape Foundation article highlighting missions, with links to activities, partnerships, and contact info for interested groups.
Widow André H Gray urges Aiken residents to support Henna Chevrolet Cadillac to keep her American made Trail Blazer serviced locally under warranty. She credits Vaughn in service, Larry Wilson in sales, and a friendly office staff, praising the dealership for loyalty to the community.
A reader questions General Motors method in selecting closing dealerships, citing Johnson Motors in Aiken as a long trusted service center since 2004. The writer praises the quality of service and staff, warns that losing GM presence in Aiken would push customers to Augusta and affect future purchases.
The author argues against the idea that second-hand smoke is deadly, stating no human has died from brief exposure and dismissing anti-smoker laws as a misapplied response to annoyances. They oppose broad restrictions and advocate for live and let live, comparing to other unpopular targets.
GM announces a new beginning as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Chairman Kent Kresa says the board believes the New GM can operate in a highly competitive U.S. and global market under the government led restructuring.
Readers are invited to share opinions on issues of public concern. Submissions may be sent by mail to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 or by email to letters aikenstandard com or by fax at 648 6052.
An Aiken County resident argues for a new school bond to repair aging buildings and address toxic materials, noting 50 percent are over 50 years old and estimating 358 million dollars needed. The piece cites Denver and Albuquerque examples of innovative, cost effective solutions and calls for consolidations and school-centered community development.
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