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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 2012
Page
3
A reader asks where to obtain a lamp and is told to check the Vermont Country Store catalog. The publisher notes the catalog can be requested at www.vermontcountrystore.com for delivery.
Opinion stance urges reciprocal consideration by reframing ethics. The author argues applying others’ viewpoints fosters empathy and better conduct, suggesting reforms in social interactions and decision making to reflect mutual respect.
Aiken High School boys tennis team defeated Lexington on Thursday marking the program’s first win over Lexington in over 15 years. The victory signals a milestone for AHS tennis and its students.
The author laments Aiken's athletic facilities comparing them unfavorably with visiting teams. They urge pride in school infrastructure and suggest embarrassment when opponents travel to the campus.
A circulated claim alleges Rev. Al Sharpton owes the IRS 2.6 million dollars in income tax and about 900000 dollars in state taxes. The post urges him to pay taxes or face arrest, reflecting public uproar over tax issues.
Residents plead with county officials over destruction along the cut-through between Richardsons Lake Road and Pine Log Road. They urge stricter regulations to prevent future damage and protect the scenic route.
A caller warns against contacting TalkBack after reporting a stolen rabbit. The suggestion implies alerting the thief by indicating alignment with their mindset, potentially jeopardizing the investigation or recovery effort.
A public letter urges Rep. Tom Young to push a bill requiring blood tests for all welfare applicants. The author advocates the measure as fiscally prudent and a safeguard against funding drug users while children go hungry.
A public notice urges residents of New Ellenton to vote on Tuesday in the election, stressing turnout and civic duty and listing no further details.
Readers denounce Jan Brewer for gesturing at the president and call for removal from the country. Aiken Standard invites brief comments via hot line or email while noting names are not required and may be edited for space.
City of Character Aiken lists March trait Ca $.C and presents lottery numbers across games. Entries include Even 74 Jamene Cook 5 237 16 31 Power-Up 2 Seenaia 6 1 4 1 wan Fantasy 6 06 19 26 30 32 Win For Life 06 22 24 29 30 35 Freeball 02.
About three dozen middle school girls from Aiken Augusta area attended a day long Intro to Engineering program at Ruth Patrick Science Education Center. The event showcased robotics builds and demonstrations to spark interest in engineering careers with mentors Monica Phillips Soma Nayak and others from Bridgestone and Savannah River Nuclear Solutions.
Aiken City Council will consider rezoning a 2.2 acre tract on Colleton Avenue between Williamsburg and Marlboro Streets tonight. Owners Doug Jones and Janny Bijas seek RS single family to allow eight lots with Collier Construction as builder. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers.
The East Aiken Chargers will conduct spring conditioning on the East Aiken Elementary front field from April 9 to April 19, 5 30 to 7 PM. For more information call 640 2209.
The Aiken High School Class of 1962 will mark its 50th reunion over Memorial Day weekend. The main event is May 26 at Newberry Hall in downtown Aiken at 6 30 p.m. Tickets are 35 dollars per person. A pre reunion social is listed for May 25. A Saturday bus tour departs at 9 30 a.m. with lunch at the BBQ Barn at 1 p.m. For more information email ggnspace bellsouth net.
Police reported multiple thefts and disturbances in the area. An Aiken man was arrested for shoplifting at Dillard's after tucking two Fossil watches in his pockets and had a prior shoplifting conviction. Aiken woman reported theft at her campsite during the Spring Steeplechase. Other incidents included a home break in, shots fired at Old Kimbill Trail, a Gaston County pursuit, and several burglaries across Warrenville, Graniteville and Aiken involving electronics, jewelry, copper wire, sheet metal, and a gas furnace.
Deputies responded to Foxfire Court after a 61 year old woman was found dead in her bed with a broken front door window. A brick was reportedly used to break in by a family member who then alerted authorities. No unusual marks or tracks were found. Aiken County Coroner's Office is investigating.
8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday Friday 326 Rutland Drive phone 648 2311 fax 648 6052 email editorial aikenstandard com newsroom tips line 644 2401 call editor Michael Gibbons for information
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