Sequestration and tolls dominate Aiken Talkback exchange
A reader attacks White House sequestration as a tax on increases while preserving current funding. The letter questions concealed weapons permits in bars, notes unemployment and profits, criticizes road repairs and patchwork streets, and ponders gas costs and daylight saving.
Correction Notice for Phone Number and Assault Suspects
The Aiken Standard corrects two errors from Thursday's edition. G O A L Center Spa & Wellness phone number is 634-7368. An assault story misidentified suspects. there was one man and one woman, not two men.
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United Way celebrates 2012 campaign record
United Way of Aiken County raised 3.05 million in 2012 to fund about three dozen partner agencies and programs. At the awards banquet outgoing Board Chairman Jeff Wallace was named Volunteer of the Year for his longtime service and prior editor duties at the Aiken Standard. Savannah River Nuclear Solutions received the Stanley A. Quarles Memorial Community Spirit Award for ongoing community service.
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Rhythm of the Americas Spring Concert by Aiken Band
The Aiken Concert Band performs its annual spring concert on Tuesday at 8 p.m. in the USCA Etherredge Center titled Rhythm of the Americas. Selections include Sousa The Fairest of the Fair and Mintzer Rhythm of The Americas with the Assembly Saxophone Quartet under director Ryan Westberry. Admission is 10 for adults and 7 for students. tickets available at the Etherredge Center or by calling 803-641-3305.
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Wildlife Services advises on handling vultures in New Ellenton
Wildlife Services State Director Noel Myers outlines tips to abate rising vulture presence in New Ellenton. City leaders cite concerns from seniors and damage to homes and buildings. Black vultures are noted for caulking, roof, and surface damage and occasional livestock attacks.
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Two types of vultures in South Carolina found and protected
The turkey vulture weighs about 4 pounds with a 6 foot wingspan and red head. the black vulture is under 4 pounds with a wingspan under 5 feet. They are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, so harming them is illegal. Residents can deter them by noise, removing attractants, or Wildlife Services using effigies. misused dead vultures require official permits. Call 866-487-3297 or visit aphis.usda.gov/wildlife-damage for reports.
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Community study urges SRS support for spent fuel solution
A Savannah River Site study funded by the SRS Community Reuse Organization argues strong community backing is vital for SRS to help manage spent nuclear fuel. It envisions 800 metric tons processed yearly by a small reprocessing facility, creating about 1698 jobs and $239 million in local economic impact.
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