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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 2011
Page
3
Our heartfelt thanks to a FOTAS volunteer who found a newborn deer on our Cedar Creek doorstep. The helper transported the fawn to Carolina Wildlife Rescue near Columbia, described as an angel of mercy with a heart of gold.
A reader condemns racism against Spanish speaking workers in Aiken noting they mow lawns and work long hours in the heat to build homes. The writer argues these are people simply trying to earn a living and should not be targeted for their language.
Aiken County calls for a beefed up business bureau to tackle unfair practices and protect consumers. Officials argue enhanced oversight will curb deceptive sales and protect local commerce. Implementing tighter enforcement is seen as key to restoring trust in regional markets.
Supporters urge former vice presidential candidate to reprise summer coursework and be joined by believers who consider her presidential potential. The reminder resonates amid discussions of fitness for office and public perception.
City officials blame constant phone chatter for traffic habits. Pedestrians ignore signals as downtown looks cluttered by signs, prompting debate on signage and urban design.
Dunnagan's on Whiskey Road advertises sharpening service for scissors. The shop promotes skilled sharpening and quick turnaround, inviting customers to bring dull scissors for professional care.
A letter to the Aiken Standard questions why local gas prices vary with Aiken rates at 3.42 compared to 3.29 in Saluda and nearby areas. The writer accuses retailers of price games on a critical staple and urges readers to call the TalkBack hotline or email comments.
The Aiken County Board of Education named Becky Koelker to replace Sharon Cagle as Aiken Elementary principal and Becky Wilson to become Jefferson Elementary principal succeeding Pam Hart. Koelker, 11 years at Greendale, and Wilson, former Byrd assistant principal, bring long local teaching and leadership experience to the two schools.
Beaufort resident Dennis Adams aka Capt. Denny portrayed a pirate for two sessions at the Aiken County Public Library drawing 170 spectators. He told stories, offered peaches to his crew, and demonstrated sea shanties while warning about seasickness before heading back to Beaufort. The library’s schedule continues with Sidewalk Chalk Night and Patti Cake events, plus teen Minute to Win It on June 16.
Hospice Care of Tri County and its new sister Tri County Home Health invite the public to an open house and ribbon cutting today from 4 to 7 p.m. at Woodside Executive Park Building C Suite 2130 off Silver Bluff Road in Aiken. Officials from Tri County and state offices attend. staff will tour, answer questions, and offer light refreshments.
Sunday Plus subscribers will receive delivery on select 2011 dates including Jan 17 and 31 Feb 14 and 28 Mar 17 and 28 Apr 2 and 4 9 May 6 and 7 Jun 15 and 16 Jul 4 Aug 10 and 11 Nov 23 25 and Dec 7 14 and 21. The notice provides contact and address information for the Aiken Standard and general delivery details.
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