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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 2008
Page
3
Residents complain about young drivers blasting Zombie Nation from a green minivan in downtown at night. City service requests calm and considers noise enforcement actions to restore late hour peace.
Public Safety officers report difficulty spotting illegally placed orange cones illegal deliveries and semitrains blocking streets and traffic while vehicles parked on sidewalks oversized advertising vehicles and speeding threaten downtown safety When enforcement fails for handicapped parking and 30 minute zones questions arise about two hour downtown parking rules in Aiken.
Readers debate NAFTA's impact with Mexico, job losses, and immigration costs while local concerns focus on a drug sting and public safety in Aiken. A Talkback line invites comments and readers’ anonymity for publication.
The Progressive Show Jumping March Madness concluded at Highfields Event Center with DFG Stable rider Daniel Geitner leading a busy winter circuit. Geitner praised the weekend, noted upcoming two weeks in Atlanta and three in April at Highfields, and highlighted top placings in January Jazz Grand Prix events. Tara Gail Bostwick and rider Libertas had strong results with a champion showing in the under saddle and other top finishes. Ashley Nicholson and Calvert Training Stables also competed, praising the PS circuit’s organization.
The 66th Aiken Trials run Saturday at the Aiken Training Track on Two Notch Road with six races amid a carriage parade. Highlights include a trick horse demonstration after race three and breakfast at the gallops from 8 to 10 am hosted by the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame with sponsors.
Sunday Plus subscribers will receive the Aiken Standard on specific 2008 dates listed as January 18 February 16 March 1 April 7 12 April 26 May 24 June 14 July 45 August 8 August 16 November 127 28 December 20 and December 25 27. For information on delivery options call (803) 648 2311.
Aiken State Park launches Paddle with a Ranger with dusk and morning canoe trips on the South Fork Edisto River. Rides cover two miles in about two hours, for ages 5 and up, with gear provided and a $6 per person fee. Register a week in advance by calling 295-7248.
Aiken City Council plans its March 10 session with a second reading on a Warden Drive rezoning and a loan amendment for SED of Aiken Corporation. Planning Commission convenes March 11 with no public hearing scheduled and work session at 5 p.m.
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