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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 2003
Page
2
Readers discuss why Aiken Regional Medical Center runs numerous commercials and praise Sheriff Hunt for his experience while warning that Sunday alcohol sales may raise DUI arrests, urging public comment via Talkback.
An area resident filed a citizen protest against Sunday alcohol sales expansion in Aiken. The protest must be formalized by Wednesday with a signed statement to testify in a court hearing. If formal, the matter becomes public record and may lead to a legal hearing, delaying permits.
The Aiken City Council unanimously approves changes to the land-use plan to gain more control over Southside development via a planned urban development zone. Critics warn it may hamper Whiskey Road growth while supporters call it a win for consistent, better looking development and future business. The council also seeks federal housing rehab options as federal rules raise costs. An annexation of USC Aiken land for a new dorm and talks on commercial vehicle regulations are mentioned along with a Modern Pit Facility plan at the Savannah River Site and a July 7 hearing.
The Aiken County Detention Center celebrated one year since relocating from Hampton Avenue to a larger Wire Road facility. Officials cited staff adjustment to direct supervision, ongoing program improvements, and renewed community outreach as progress continues toward a brighter day.
SCE&G reports customers in several states receive calls from people falsely posing as SCE&G employees. Robin Montgomery says 50 calls in their territory, with callers seeking address birth date and social security numbers. Neville Lorick warns no legitimate SCE&G calls request such data and urges caution and reporting suspicious calls. Katey Rich noted for follow up.
The Aiken County Board of Education plans to approve a 15-mill tax increase at tonight’s meeting to offset cuts by the D C General Assembly. Chairman Dr. John Bradley notes the need to raise taxes while preserving contingency funds as lawmakers shift funding and warn of further mid year cuts.
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