Graduation crowds leave large families out of celebrations
A reader laments cramped seating at TAK 80 graduation events. Family members miss ceremonies as space runs short, noting a grandchild’s graduation at University of South Carolina Coliseum and contrasting it with better attended events at another high school. The letter recalls pride in graduates and appreciation for a well organized ceremony.
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South Airicn
Chapis High
University of South Carolina Coliseum
Trees Trimmed At Honey- Baked Ham Store Highlighted
A reader notes trees at the Honey Baked Ham store were trimmed well while noting the trees by Blockbuster require trimming.
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Blockbuster
Aiken Police urged to halt engines amid crime concerns
The speaker argues the Aiken Police Department should suspend patrols for a few hours due to perceived Northside crime. They note past July 4 fireworks at the fairground and claim affluent areas oppose another show, urging renewal of the tradition.
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Aiken
Northside
Afat
Graduation at Convocation Center prompts community input
Readers argue about funding for graduation tickets and suggest USCA donate time to the community. The paper invites comments via TalkBack at (803) 644-2384 or editorial@aikenstandard.com, noting names are optional and comments may be edited for space and content.
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USCA
Aikenstandard
Aiken
Correction notes softball field at USC Aiken
The Aiken Standard corrects an error in Fridays sports section naming the softball field at USC Aiken. The accurate field is JH. Satcher Field.
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Aiken
USC Aiken
JH. Satcher
Aiken's Cookin with Celebrity Chefs Supports Mental Health
Civic leaders in Aiken hosted a charity event featuring 26 celebrities and 200 advance tickets for a Mental Health Association fundraiser. Attendees sampled dishes from local teams, voted on categories, and learned about programs like Welcome Baby Nurture Home and Representative Payee as the 10th anniversary cookbook debuted.
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Aiken
Mental Health ‘Association
Charlie Hart
Aurora Pavilion
Scott and
Lois Hunter
Paul Brewer
Victory Lane
Liz Neal
Neal
Jan Burg
Mental Health Association
Alien Standard delivery dates listed for 2008 schedule
The notice lists subscription delivery dates for the Alien Standard newspaper in 2008. Dates include February 16 March 1 April 7 12 and May 24 with multiple July August and December shipments noted. The contact numbers 644-2381 and 1044-2401 are shown for subscriber inquiries.
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Pas
Yan
Students speak out at Institute
Four Aiken High School sophomores shared past struggles and embraced the Summer Institute Program. Teachers and staff heard from students about conflict resolution, community resources, and the need for early intervention.
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Aiken High School
Eere
Thomas
Walsh
Greendale
Kathy Freeman
Summer Institute
Carolyn Holston
Amy Edwards
Barbara Rector
Diane Mabe
Holston
Carlyle
Thornwell
Edgefield
Cash’s Midday 86 0 4 and Mega Millons numbers report
The record lists a series of lottery style numbers including Cash’s Midday 86 0 4 and Evening 6 1 plus Mega Mills 8 9 14 38 44 with Mega Ball 36. This reads as a numeric draw update with multiple game lines.
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Cash
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