Gangs in Aiken prompt call for public awareness
A reader urges the Aiken Standard to publish gang signs and symbols to alert the community about escalating gang activity in Aiken. The writer cites middle school tagging and public brawls and warns of deadly consequences based on a Los Angeles incident.
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Stories Aren't Always So Simple in Wagener
A reader argues about a Wagener man who shot a dog and served jail time while noting animal cruelty concerns. The letter rails against perceived failures in animal control and criticizes a high profile burial trial, urging readers to share views via the Talkback hotline.
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Internet sting nets one arrest for solicitation of a minor
A New Ellenton man, Robert James LeBert, 24, was arrested in Columbia after traveling to meet a supposed 13 year old for sex, only to find an undercover SLED agent. He faces one count of criminal solicitation of a minor and one count of attempted criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
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Columbia
Robert James LeBert
Ann Drive
State Law Enforcement Division
SLED
Mark Plowden
Henry McMaster
Plowden
LeBert
Aiken County Sheriff's Office
Aiken Standard
Robert J. LeBert
USC Aiken Public Safety
Lexington County
Attorney General’s Office
Karen
Kdaily
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Forefather Visit Highlights Madison Years at Cumberland Village
William and Sue Wills portrayed James and Dolley Madison guiding Cumberland Village residents through the Articles of Confederation the Constitution and major events of the era. The couple noted Madison's initial opposition to the Bill of Rights and Dolley’s pioneering role as presidential wife and host.
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Cumberland Village
James
Dolley Madison
William
Sue Wills
U.S
Virginia
General Assembly
Madison
William Wills
Dolley (Todd) Madison
John Todd
Aaron Burr
Dolley
James Madison
Sue
Presidential Mansion
White House
Willses
Louisiana Purchase
Alexander Hamilton
Washington
New York
Philadelphia
Montpelier
Zachary Taylor
Taylor
Ocean City
Haley Hughes
Aiken Standard Office Hours and Delivery Details
Public notice outlines newspaper office hours from 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday through Friday and delivery expectations for county and city subscribers. It lists contact numbers, publishing staff, and note on payment handling and renewal terms.
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Aiken
Aiken Declares March Theme Discernment for City
City of Aiken announces March observance focusing on discernment as the month’s character trait with community activities and reminders for residents to practice thoughtful judgement and consideration.
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Aiken
Friday Lottery Winning Numbers Report
Friday draws list Pick 3 and Pick 4 midday and evening results. Cash 3 and Cash 4 midday and evening numbers are shown along with Palmetto Cash 5 and Multiplier. Fantasy 5 and Mega Millions results include Mega Ball.
Police Canine Trials Show Dogs’ Detailed Capabilities
Fifty five law enforcement dog teams from the Southeast gather in Aiken for United States Police Canine Association trials. Officers describe narcotics and explosive detection K-9s as vital tools while teams certify annually.
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Aiken
Nancy Kieltsch
United States Police Canine Association
Kieltsch
Richmond County Sheriff's Office
Wackenhut Securities
Aiken County Sheriff's Office
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Bryan Griswold
Aiken Public Safety
Tessa
Griswold
Karen Daily
Spartanburg County
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