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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 2004
Page
2
Readers urge enforcement of pickup after dogs on the Odell Weeks walking path. They comment on local politics, praise Aiken High School basketball teams, and discuss cigarette taxes and The Passion of the Christ.
A reader urges political change at the federal level while praising a Wal-Mart pocketbook returner. The note mixed protest with gratitude to the anonymous good deed, honoring the finder and her parents.
A reader praises The Passion of Christ as an moving film and urges others to see it. The reader invites comments via Talkback hotline (803) 648 2508 or email editorial aikenstandard com, with readers’ names not required and comments to be edited for space.
Aiken County Council gave initial approval to a fee in lieu of taxes plan aimed at expanding Kimberly-Clark Corp. Beech Island facility. The deal would tax a $200–$300 million investment at 4 percent for at least 20 years, with the site designated as a multicounty industrial park to unlock further state credits. Ronnie Young will meet Kimberly-Clark officials to discuss details.
The Aiken Brewing Company on Laurens Street redesigned the upper level after new owners Lannie and Rob Prusett removed a wall and added a small stage. Improvements include a new roof ceiling and a dart alley with plans to upgrade cabinets and decor. Live music returns Thursdays to Saturdays with acts like Family Groove Company and Steve Hopkins & Co. A Masters week multi night pass offers reduced covers. Call 502-0707 for details.
East Aiken Elementary marked Dr Seuss's 100th birthday with a character themed assembly. Kindergarteners joined in as Tyler Flakes played the birthday boy from Katroo while staff led a parade of Seuss creatures.
The Aiken Downtown Development Association plans a written recommendation to its board on April 6 to convert six 20 minute parking signs into a permanent setup. Proposals include 10 to 12 spaces for 30 minute parking from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday along Laurens and Richland with limited spots near Hayne.
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