Mexican papers to start school spark debate
Readers argue over immigration and education funding. A letter notes birth certificates were required for schooling and questions where a classmate’s papers may be. Posts urge voting, urge protection for a student, and request a lost collar and rabies tag after a hit and run.
Reader challenged to consider feelings over student return
A pointed question asks how the critic would feel if the Silver Bluff student were their daughter or loved one, framing a call for empathy over punitive action. The brief urges readers to imagine personal impact behind the debate about returning the student.
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PetSmart praised for service and coupons by customers
Reader letters praise PetSmart staff for friendly service and honoring expired coupons. Community notices urge New Ellenton voters to support Mike Kellems and Mark Key in March 30 municipal election. Also tips on yard debris pickup and a Talkback hotline for reader comments.
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Jury trial ordered in murder case of Roger Martin
Judge James Williams heard Roger Martin 22 seek a bench trial for charges including murder and armed robbery tied to the August 2001 death of Beech Island resident Christopher Hudson. Martin later requested a jury trial as the proceedings continued with his attorney.
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Storytime in the Gardens entertains Aiken children
The City of Aiken Parks Recreation and Tourism Department hosts Storytime in the Gardens at Hopelands Gardens, with sponsor support from Aiken Sunrise Rotary Club and the Aiken Junior Women's Club. Readings feature Lorraine Ray and visiting author activities, with every child receiving a free book.
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D Day Commemorative Medals Offered in Two South Carolina Districts
Rep. Jim DeMint and Rep. Gresham Barrett seek to present World War II D Day Commemorative Medals to Normandy veterans and next of kin in their districts. A 60th anniversary ceremony is set for June 6 at the Bi-Lo Center in Greenville at 3 30 p m. The deadline for applications and discharge is April 5.
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DHEC seeks 3.6 million for new Aiken Health Department
DHEC director Dr Glenn Nichols urged the Aiken County Council to back a 3.6 million, 28 474 square foot public health facility on the Langley corridor to replace the inadequate current clinic The plan aims to improve privacy HIPAA compliance and service capacity for thousands of monthly clients funding would come from federal state local and corporate sources with a four year completion target Nichols emphasized strong local leadership for the project.
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