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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 2014
Page
4
Editorial urges a regulatory agency to oversee municipal utility rates. Calls for action to establish or empower a state or regional regulator to monitor pricing, avoid overcharges, and protect consumers. Mentions existing gaps and the need for consistent standards across municipalities.
Governor Nikki Haley declined funding aimed at expanding health coverage for the needy while appealing for money to support disaster relief efforts after storms. The shift signals a focus on emergency assistance over long term aid programs.
A reader voices criticism of Obama and views on the GOP in South Carolina, urging Republican adherence to leadership and debating city worker cleanup practices. The letter invites public feedback via TalkBack, with instructions to call or email and notes names will not be published.
A corrections notice from the Aiken Standard fixes two errors. Doug Rabold is a consulting firm owner, and a 4A item incorrectly stated the program time. The video teleconference between USC Aiken and an English college at Ruth Patrick Science Education Center now starts at 8 a.m.
The Hen House, at 13 Laurens Street SW Suite 104 in the Holley Building, will open later this month with rustic yet classy home decor items. Owner Gail Del Vecchio says the shop will offer pictures lamps candles jewelry furniture and even items for men. A soft opening is planned for Thursday with hours 10 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday through Saturday.
Aiken County adult education partners with Aiken Technical College to offer GED completers an entry level advanced manufacturing course. The program ties to the SCMC and WorkKeys. In a prior run, 13 students started the course with nine passing four tests and others expected to finish.
Simmons highlights a significant rewards linked to the collaboration with Aiken Tech as manufacturers seek skilled workers. After a recent ceremony, the first certified students attended a job fair for area companies. The program supports GED completers through entry requirements and boot camps, while advisors assist progress toward career goals. ATC hosts 700 to 1,200 students at classroom sites.
Diamonds and Denim Day, a two day charity event at Sage Valley Lodge near Vaucluse May 16 and 17, offers shooting competitions and activities for non shooters to raise funds for Megiddo Dream Station. Event features 17 shooting stations, team and individual entries, spa services, photo booth, bingo, karaoke, silent and live auctions.
Diamonds and Denim Day set for May 16 and 17 at Sage Valley Lodge near Vaucluse costs 200 dollars per person or 800 for a four person team. Registration ends April 17 with up to 68 shooters per day and 150 non shooters on May 17. Sponsorships 250 to 5000 dollars. Megiddo Dream Station promotes job readiness.
AA meetings occur every Tuesday Thursday Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church 961 Trail Ridge Road. Overeaters Anonymous meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. in room 121 at St. John’s United Methodist 104 Newberry St NW with contact via askenoast johnslive.com or 803 641 1792 or 803 644 2953. Parents Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Aiken Unitarian Universalist Church 115 Gregg Ave.
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