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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 2006
Page
3
The 1922 graduates of the Aiken Institute held a reunion described as a success. Attendees praised administrator J B Eubanks, misidentified as J E Eubanks, noting he was a great math teacher in Aiken County.
A reader asks why swimming programs in Aiken are not being supported and urges continued funding for a family activity with many kids involved. The message also praises the mayor for cleanup efforts and calls for street cleaning to curb drug activity harming children.
The Wagener community gathered at Roy Memorial Park for a Picnic in the Park with games and prizes for all ages. Star Smart team activities, three-legged races, Slip N Slide, and eating contests drew families while Rosa Freitag praised high turnout and parent participation. Trophy awards followed for baseball, softball, and t ball participants as local officials emphasized community involvement and returning to classic games.
The SCTBOA met at the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame to discuss reviving the Southeastern Breeders Futurity for non racing states including SC GA NC AL MS TN. Possible race at Philadelphia Park alongside Residency Races. nominations open through June 30 for the Christopher Elser Memorial Stakes and Donna Freyer Stakes with eligibility limited to horses resident in SC 90 days by June 30.
A reader praises Dr. Linda Eldridge as a strong, moral leader guiding Aiken County and its students. The letter urges Bible reading and forgiveness while noting a Talkback line and editorial contact for comments.
The American Red Cross partners with Aiken Motorcycle Sales and the Palmetto Cruisers for a June blood drive in the Aiken Augusta area. Donors entering a 1500 dollar CITGO gas card drawing. drives run June 1 through June 30. Community volunteers note summer donation dips and emphasize local need.
Saturday's cash 3 midday numbers were 4 1 8 and cash 4 midday 9 7 2 8. Evening cash 3 came 8 5 9. Late numbers were unavailable at press time. see Monday's paper for updates.
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