Why pull kids from a good school
Readers question the value of Midland Valley Preparatory School citing mass student transfers and a critical view of School Board actions. The letter argues against tax dollars funding a road project and measures affecting traffic and public welfare. It also raises concerns about handling a local fatal incident and smoke free policies. It invites further reader input via the Talkback hotline.
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Book Stall in Aiken hosts warm opening reception
The Book Stall at 413 Hayne Avenue in downtown Aiken opened with a 5 to 8 p.m. reception hosted by owner Ann Carlson. Guests toured shelves, met staff, and sampled hors d oeuvres as Amanda's Cafe plans to move into the back cafe space in April.
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Gibert Kennedy
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Peggy DeVine
Todd Lista
Lista
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Stuart Little
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USCA Band Festival Showcases Aiken Barnwell Students
The USC Aiken festival drew 16 middle and high school bands from Aiken and Barnwell counties with 40 Aiken High Woodwinds students in attendance. Shaquandra Dunbar praised the event and the superior rating as bands prepared for Virginia Beach competition, while Dr. Cheryl Fryer coordinated the clinic and judged notes.
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Shaquandra Dunbar
Virginia
Cheryl Fryer
USCA
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Joe Laurenza
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Suspect in century-old slashing turns himself in to police
Kelvin D. Johnson 33 of Augusta surrendered to authorities hours after a police release of his photo. He is charged with assault and battery with intent to kill kidnapping and possession of a knife during a violent crime for slashing Walter Pennington twice in the neck on Wednesday near a Hardee’s in Clearwater. The attack ended as the suspect fled into nearby woods. Johnson had prior narcotics theft and firearm convictions and was released from prison on October 27 2006.
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Aiken County
Shent
Michael Frank
Atomic Road
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Aiken County Detention Center
Walter Pennington
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Hardee
Jefferson Davis Highway
Clearwater
Frank Pennington
Sheriff's Office
Georgia
Richmond County Sheriff's Office
Michael Hunt
Georgia Department of Corrections
Aiken Standard Publication and Delivery Details
Information on contact details, departments, and delivery policies for the Aiken Standard including pricing, EZ Pay, delivery times, redelivery hours, and subscription cancellation procedures.
Aiken Names Discernment March Character Month
City notes March character trait Discernment. Lottery results listed include Pick 3 Midday 8 9 2 Pick 4 Midday 5 1 2 1 Pick 3 Evening 1 9 6 Pick 4 Evening 9 8 1 8 Palmetto Cash 5 15 19 21 30 33 x2 Cash 3 Midday 4 8 2 Cash 4 Midday 2 2 2 4 Cash 3 Evening 7 5 1 Cash 4 Evening 2 8 2 3 Fantasy 5 2 31 38 14 27 Mega Millions 17 25 36 40 43 Mega Ball 9
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Ben & Jerry’s recalls Country Peach Cobbler ice cream
About 250000 pints are recalled due to undeclared wheat. Allergy or sensitivity to wheat may cause health issues. Recalled products include expiration codes Jan 23 2008 Feb 9 2008. Return the container with date code for a refund. Call 877-995-4716 for details.
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