Working Together Across Political Lines
A reader from a conservative area questions party labels and emotional rhetoric. The letter urges bipartisan problem solving and questions why heightening divides persists, contrasting collective welfare with self interest.
Feeling good through simple acts of courtesy
A cheerful guide urges small behaviors to improve mood and social harmony. It advocates returning carts, holding doors, thanking workers, addressing people politely, and guiding children with respect, noting these acts cost nothing but yield priceless returns.
Mole trap ad promotes Victor Out-O-Sight sale
A reader suggests buying Victor Out-O-Sight mole traps for 20 dollars each. Placing two traps in a yard allegedly catches two moles per day until all are gone. Readers can call the TalkBack line at 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard com with comments.
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Palmetto Cash 5 and Powerball Results At Press Time
Evening drawings listed Palmetto Cash 5 numbers 8 10 30 32 35 and Power-Up 2 with Powerball 29 30 45 47 49 35. Five Evening draw and other games Cash 4 Evening Fantasy 5 and Win for Life were not available at press time.
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Editorial Office Contact Details and Editor
The message lists a weekday telephone and fax line for 326 Butland Drive with the editor Scott B. Hunter, including the phone number 648 2311 and fax 648 6052.
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Prep Fest blends music and charity at Aiken Prep
The second Prep Fest at Aiken Preparatory School featured live music from local and national performers aiming to raise funds for charity. USC Aiken music major Susan Chase won the Prep Fest Sing Out Contest, earning $2,000 and a main stage spot with Jesse Colin Young.
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Record turnout at AAUW Books N Things Fair in Kalmia Plaza
The American Association of United Women reports a record turnout at its Books N Things Fair held in the former Belk Building at Kalmia Plaza. Co chair Ginny Brooks credits rain for drawing crowds while noting the 2012 totals are lower than prior years due to a soft economy. Volunteers received high praise for their 100 percent effort.
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Community book sale funds scholarships and local donations
In the first week of March each year a large book sale draws readers and volunteers. Sorting begins in mid January, taking eight weeks to categorize thousands of books for a wide range of sections. Forty years of effort support community groups, Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, and local school districts. 80 percent stays local, with remaining books donated or saved for next year.
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