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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 2009
Page
3
Inquiring resident asks where New Ellenton sources its drinking water and how the sewer system integrates with supply. Seeks clarification on water origin and treatment practices.
Residents are reminded that knowing the law does not excuse violations. Speakers caution against unsafe behavior like standing on folding seats and moving between rows, urging use of stairs and orderly conduct to protect public safety.
President asserts a 1.3 trillion dollar annual deficit is inherited from Republicans and notes Democrats in Congress share responsibility. He also laments limited coverage of the Langley Pond Regatta and praises rowers amid cold conditions of about 40 degrees.
The governor rejects federal stimulus money asserting it undermines state priorities and autonomy. Critics say the decision ignores immediate needs of residents, while supporters urge fiscal discipline and long term consequences be weighed.
Aiken resident reflects on moving to Crosland Park and praises its upkeep. The speaker argues that taxpayers and hardworking families should not cover costs for those who damage homes, calling current programs giveaways.
Readers urged to push for tax cuts for residents instead of lamenting accommodations taxes. Call the TalkBack hotline at 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard com with brief comments. Names will not be published and submissions may be edited.
Serena Williams and Captain Maryann Burgess spoke to teens and parents at Christ Central about consequences of actions before risk taking. They outlined how sexual crimes and school offenses are handled, stressing that self defense is blocking not fighting back and that avoiding trouble preserves future opportunities. Parents are invited to weekly Parent Project classes at Aiken Public Safety.
South Carolina education superintendent Dr. Jim Rex and others condemn Rob ert Ford's proposal to grant annual private school tuition tax credits from 2400 to 4900 dollars. Critics warn private subsidies harm public education and state budgets amid 385 million in cuts. Rex supports public school choice within the public system.
The South Carolina General Assembly nears approval of a bill allowing districts to weather deficits by delaying contracts and salary negotiations for retirees, suspending ratios, and furloughing staff. The measure, requiring conference committee review and the governor's signature, also calls for online posting of expenditures over 100 dollars.
USC Aiken University Theatre presents Fat Pig at the Etherredge Center directed by Professor Dewey Scott-Wiley. Performances run tonight and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., and Monday at 8 p.m. Tickets cost 15 dollars general, 12 dollars faculty staff and military, 7 dollars students. Call 641-3305 for details.
The Aiken Standard announces office hours and staff contacts including News Director Tim O Briant and Sports Editor Cam Huffman. It lists mailing address 326 Rutland Drive Aiken SC 29802, phone numbers, and email addresses plus a note on Sunday Plus delivery dates for 2008.
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