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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 2009
Page
3
A reader asserts homosexuals are a minority yet wield lobbying influence to sway legislatures and urges readers to contact their congressman in protest.
Aiken residents press for prominence of the heroic man saved from mud as the lead story, arguing local valor deserves front page treatment over frivolous coverage of a Dunkin Donuts. The plea suggests adding another fast food chain critique in town coverage.
A reader questions peanut butter and jelly safety in school meals and asks whether tainted products have been ruled out. The note raises concerns about food safety oversight in meal programs.
Aiken residents discuss stereotypes around sex offenders and race, challenging blanket accusations of white offenders. The piece examines biases and calls for evidence based responses rather than generalizations.
A reader asks if a small battery TV will work again after an ice storm due to a converter box needing power. The letter includes remarks on Tiger Woods, politics, race, poverty, and a critique of the child support division, plus a TalkBack invitation for comments.
USC Aiken alumnus Charles H. Chip Marvin IV a 1994 graduate and Aiken Partnership board member presents a planned gift. The wealth adviser urges education on life insurance policies 401 k plans or estate gifts naming the university. He and his wife Cheryl emphasize giving back to USC Aiken and the community.
Public hearings on Toyota lease amendment and park open hours set. Four hour increments for PRT building rentals discussed. Third readings for sunrise to sunset parks and alcohol establishment hours. Land lease for hydrogen fueling station approved for Sage Mill park. Consent items include contract renewals and ambulance grant efforts. Rezoning of 601.17 acres on New Bridge and Wheat roads to agriculture preservation advances.
The tips line is 644-2401 with messages welcome. Editorial staff contacts include Michael Gibbons 644-2381 and tobriant aikenstandard.com for news and submissions. sports editor Cam Huffman 644-2396. The office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Aiken County School Board plans a 7 p.m. special meeting to study a bill giving board members discretion in appointing area assistant superintendents. Superintendent Beth Everitt notes the positions supervise principals and manage parent concerns and transfers. The delegation plans push the bill through the House.
A compact report of the latest lottery numbers for Monday and Sunday draws. Includes Pick 3 and Pick 4 results for Midday and Evening, Palmetto Cash 5, and Erin totals with Cash 3 4 and Fantasy 5 sequences.
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