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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 2012
Page
3
The South Carolina pension system faces a $50 billion problem and calls for public input. Officials seek transparency on allocations, hoping to reveal who gets what right now and how funding gaps can be addressed. Public discussion is urged to shape a clearer plan.
Cal Thomas argues that the nation should enter war only after Congress declares it and approves a tax increase to fund the conflict. He contends grand strategy requires formal authorization and fiscal backing before any military action.
A reader criticizes gendered remarks about a weather presenter, urging respectful coverage and equal treatment. The letter condemns sexist comments and calls for focus on weather content rather than appearances.
A speaker condemns abuse and urges accountability for abusers. He cites a past acquaintance who beat his wife, was hospitalized after retaliation, and later joined AA to stay sober. The message emphasizes personal responsibility, community limits, and faith as guidance.
Viewers vent about income taxes with sympathy reserved for those facing real hardship. The comment urges demonstrating genuine need by surviving on food stamps before empathy can be offered.
Aiken Standard invites letters on government spending and taxes. Readers debate whether the rich fund the middle class, with a TalkBack line at (803) 644-2384 and an email address for submissions. Names are optional and comments are subject to editing for space and content.
Aiken Standard corrects an honors list omission for Tyler Franklin Ford Sarah Leanne Fox Robert Dean Freeman and Dylan Scott Gaul. The paper regrets the error and invites readers to report factual mistakes to Mike Gibbons at 644-2381 or email editorial at aikenstandard.com.
Rebecca Prather, 19, flies from Texas to join Habitat for Humanity Women Build in Aiken with her grandfather Bob Prather and grandmother Ann. Judy Miller, a USC Aiken retiree, assists homeowner Victoria Baldwin in Warren Ridge. Linda Purdy notes a dedicated, learning group, while Rebecca's goal is medical missions and overseas aid.
Former and current students joined a fundraiser for Faith Thompson a sixth grade teacher facing recurring brain tumors. The mother of guardian John Besson described the care team and shared that Thompson uses oral chemotherapy to treat the tumor near her speech center while colleagues and students offer prayers and support. Thompson traveled to Duke for treatment discussions and potential care options.
A fundraiser supports Faith Thompson as she battles a brain tumor with ongoing chemo. Donations can be sent to The Faith Fund at Southern Bank and Trust, 149 Laurens St NW, Aiken SC 29801. Information by phone is available at 292-6571.
Public Safety investigates a Thursday vandalism on Colleton Avenue where a driver’s side window was broken but no forced entry found. A 1997 Cadillac El Dorado was reportedly stolen from Brentwood Place with keys accounted for. The owner says it seems the car was pushed from a curb and loaded onto a tow trailer.
Tammy Lee Smathers, 48, of Briar Patch Lane, Warrenville, indicted for murder of her husband Donald Lee Smathers 68 who died after a shooting at home. She faced attempted murder charges previously. bond set at 75000, she remains free on bond. Canal Street closure from Cottage to Hard for cross line pipe maintenance. traffic rerouted via Gregg Highway and nearby streets.
The Aiken Choral Society performs at Piccolo Spoleto today at 3 p.m. in Harbor View Presbyterian Church on James Island. The Festival of Churches features local groups with familiar film pieces including John Williams selections from Amistad and Double Trouble, Mascagni’s Easter Chorus, Orff’s O Fortuna, and West Side Story medleys. Free admission to the public.
The Overeaters Anonymous group meets at St John’s United Methodist Church located at 104 Newberry Street NW in room 121 every Thursday at 7 pm.
A compact record lists a local lottery draw with numbers 6 25 24 26 35 and draws dated May 68 427, 4 May 68 427 and 279 Pack 4 Evening 167.5. It mentions a value called Paimet Cash and references Eveing 279.
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