Aiken readers note lack of after hours veterinary care
In a response to Mike Bruce, a commenter notes South Carolina has no teacher unions bargaining with districts and that lottery revenue for K-12 is small. They urge emergency veterinary services for Aiken, criticizing after hours access. Memorial Day care sent readers to Augusta or Columbia, asking if a local vet could provide weekend or holiday emergencies.
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Education as top priority sparks debate at high school graduation
A reader urged that education be the state’s priority citing a crowded gym for a grandson’s diploma. The letter calls residents to back politicians focused on schooling and invites comments via Talkback line and email, noting readers’ names won’t be published and edits may occur for space.
Aiken SPCA Doggie Wash corrected in notice
The Aiken SPCA Doggie Wash series runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cold Creek Nurseries, including the first wash Saturday. The Aiken Standard invites readers to report errors by contacting Mike Gibbons or Jeff Wallace or emailing the editorial desk.
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Teachers learn how to better help kids at Summer Institute
Final installment in a series about Summer Institute for Aiken County teachers. The week long program, a collaboration of Public Education Partners, the Aiken County School District and the Aiken County Community Partnership, linked educators with human and social service agencies to plan strategies for troubled students.
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Diane Mangiante
Public Education Partners
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Susan Myers
Pinecrest Center
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Paula Simmons
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Peggy Wertz
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New Ellenton names officer as police chief
Johnny Matthew Hamilton, Virginia native and 53, is appointed chief of the New Ellenton Police Department by town council to succeed Hugh Ray. Hamilton plans to continue Ray’s work, notes strong support, and cites 12 years of management experience. Parks becomes captain and Cook rises to sergeant as two new hires are planned.
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Aiken County
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Bill Cook
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Karen Dally
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Ellenton
Susie Williams Opens Double W Tack and More in Langley
Susie Williams and husband Chris Porro open Double W Tack and More at 2796 Pine Log Road Langley. The store offers new and used clothing boots home decor hay and feed with a western theme. Hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10 am to 6 pm phone 930-4200.
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Staton Wins Endorsement From Former Opponent Kerry Wood
Republican Bob Staton for state superintendent of education gains backing from former foe Kerry Wood of Leesville. Wood praises Staton as a capable businessman with reform minded plans to cut waste and bureaucracy in South Carolina schools. Staton, a retired businessman and former EOC chair, thanks Wood and stresses a businesslike approach to education.
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South Carolina
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Aiken's June Trait Endurance Featured in Lottery Draws
Aiken highlights Endurance as June's trait while listing Friday lottery results across games. Midday and evening picks include Pick 3 8 2 2 and 5 0 3, Pick 4 0 7 9 3 and 1 2 3 5, with Palmetto Cash 5 213 20 24 26 and multiplier 3. Mega Millions numbers are 26 47 17 18 8 with mega ball 37.
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