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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 2010
Page
3
Residents condemn city spending on traffic lights citing perceived waste and questioning benefits amid past left turn incidents. They urge budget scrutiny and prioritize safer, cost effective solutions.
A reader argues that a 10-pound bag of charcoal releases chemicals similar to cigarette smoke, equating burning charcoal to 160 packs of cigarettes. The note accuses officials of censorship and defends reporting the news without political bias.
A debate over ongoing racial realignment follows the assertion that all are free, with commentators urging focus on present equality and the unfinished work of justice across communities and institutions.
Readers vent about new downtown traffic lights in Chesterfield Street causing chaos and slower travel. Call or email the TalkBack line to share comments while the paper notes readers may remain anonymous and comments may be edited for space.
The Aiken Standard corrects an error stating Jowan Gray is a product of South Aiken High School. The paper regrets the error and reaffirms commitment to accurate reporting for Aiken County and beyond. Readers may report mistakes to Mike Gibbons or Jeff Wallace by phone or email.
Eliza Hesse of the Augusta Symphony and four colleagues performed for fourth and fifth graders as part of Symphony in the Schools. The program, supported by the Aiken Symphony Guild, showcased classical and jazz selections and inspired student interest in orchestral music.
About 240 members and guests attended at St. John's United Methodist Church for a luncheon featuring more than 50 dishes from the 2010 club cookbook, a copy included with ticket purchase. Volunteer of the Year Charlotte Daniels honored. fashion show by Dillard's with coupons and prizes.
Readers may submit pieces to the Aiken Standard and contact the newsroom at 644-2401 or the managing editor Michael Gibbons at 644-2381 for information. The paper, established 1867, is published daily by Aiken Communications Inc with mail details and subscription rates listed.
The Aiken Steeplechase Association conducted a morning lottery for 14 railside and five infield seats for the 44th renewal on March 20. More than 150 people attended at Rye Patch as Ed Garris and Paul Pemberton won spaces and others hoped for future draws.
Saturday and midweek lottery results listed with Pick 3 and Pick 4 outcomes for midday and evening, Palmetto Cash 5, Power Up and Powerball details, Powerplay value, and Cash 3 4 winning numbers. Winning numbers for Cash 4 Evening Win For Life and Fantasy 5 were not available at press time. see Monday’s edition for numbers.
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