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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 2011
Page
3
A commenter argues that had the present County Council led at Aiken’s founding, dirt roads would remain and a parkway would not exist. They call for completing the building project and halting perceived tax-dollar waste.
A concise opinion suggests using the term teachers instead of educators to emphasize direct classroom instruction. It argues that explicit terminology could influence how learning is valued and delivered in schools.
A grateful note praises Pete Kenny for helping with a flat tire on a trip to a picnic with grandchildren. The helper is described as an earth angel and the family expresses deep thanks for the timely assist.
A reader laments traffic sign controversy in Aiken County, defending yellow signs and bilingual messaging as safety measures while railing against newcomers and politicking. The letter to the TalkBack column invites public feedback via phone or email, noting that commenters’ names may be edited or withheld.
Aiken police will interview the shooting victim Zaydrean Jackson 21 after a Sunday incident on Alfred Street. Investigators found shell casings, believe at least two guns were fired, and linked the violence to a club fight the night before. Neighbors described suspects in a gray Chevy SUV and a black compact car fleeing the area.
Tri-Development held its annual spring fling at Cedar Creek Church for its special needs clients. Dozens danced with a DJ and photographer on hand, many wearing Mexican fiesta hats, while staff and volunteers joined in the fun and cheers. Elizabeth Ann, 51, a Down syndrome client, participates in the work crew at Houndslake Country Club and attends events to socialize and dance with friends.
Desmond Harley, 21, pleaded guilty to attempting escape while on work detail at an Aiken restaurant and received six extra months in prison. He was already serving time on drug charges. Jerome Smith, 20, pleaded guilty to crack cocaine distribution within two miles of a school and was sentenced to six years with five years probation. Christopher Bailey, 29, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute about 110 grams of marijuana and got 40 months. Jadda Williams, 30, pleaded guilty to unlawful conduct toward a child for excessive discipline and drew five years in prison suspended on three years of probation. Michael Mitchell, 36, pleaded guilty to failing to stop for a blue light and habitual offender, sentenced to five years suspended on three years' service. he has a long prior record including larceny, DUI and assault on emergency personnel. In February he was caught driving 96 mph in a 45 mph zone.
A highway pursuit ended when Mitchell crashed after a 12.5 minute chase. Earlier Aiken DPS officers chased him on base. Brian Alexander Jr., 25, pleaded guilty to receiving stolen goods with five years suspended to three, and faces prison for probation violation. A search tied Beech Island burglary to Vera Bradley bags and electronics. Alexander’s 16 year old girlfriend implicated herself and Alexander but later claimed his noninvolvement and pleaded guilty under Youthful Offender Act. Thomas Love, 49, pleaded guilty to manufacturing and trafficking meth and received seven years. Stevie Hicks, 43, pleaded guilty to resisting arrest and assaulting an officer, receiving eight years.
The Aiken County Parks Recreation and Tourism Department hosts a Starlight Cinema showing American Graffiti at Langley Pond Park on Friday around 8 45 p m Bruster's of Aiken will vend ice cream and Nathan's hot dogs on site.
Reader tips call 644 2401 or email editorial aikenstandard com. Submissions encouraged with Michael Gibbons at 644 2381 and Tim O Briant 644 2380. Publishing details include address 326 Rutland Drive Aiken SC 29802 and editor contacts.
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