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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 02, 2008
Page
3
A reader argues against policing an informal card game calling it illegal. They claim no money changes hands, that participants play for fun, and that the activity may keep youths off streets. They say police should focus elsewhere.
A call to amend laws to permit card games, noting outdated horse cart regulations in South Carolina. Advocates argue card play exercises the brain, benefits decision making, requires little storage, and offers affordable, accessible recreation for all ages. The proposal urges legislative action.
A warning note lists risky items including hot dogs cigarettes alcohol vehicles and similar everyday hazards as deadly threats, urging caution and safer choices amid rising concerns about everyday dangers.
A reader laments SCDOT signs for long term road work with few actual construction crews visible. The note questions scheduling and progress, noting signs have lingered for weeks, hindering public expectations of activity.
A local resident doubts a new dining venue will impact the neighborhood, arguing that Southside already resembles a crowded corridor. The tone reflects fatigue at ongoing commercial saturation and questions the broader effect.
A letter to the editor criticizes cigarette tax funding for Medicaid asserting alcohol and smoking harm. The author questions taxation of childless earners and urges readers to comment via a hotline, noting comments may be edited for space.
EZ Pay notice describes mail and delivery frequencies for the Aiken Standard with monthly rates and a phone number for information. It lists Sunday plus subscribers receive delivery on specified dates in 2008 including February March May June July August December and December dates.
Aiken joined nationwide observances for the National Day of Prayer in its 16th local ceremony at St John’s United Methodist Church. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh read a proclamation urging repentance and unity, as NJROTC presented colors and the congregation pledged allegiance amid prayers, Scripture, and music. participants included government officials, faith leaders, educators, volunteers, families, and media.
Eight candidates discussed reducing waste and restructuring government at a Taxpayers Association forum in Aiken County. They urged spending caps and stricter oversight, with calls for targeted cuts, tax reform, and bringing in business to boost state revenue.
Residents voiced curfew concerns at a forum about a proposed Youth Protection Ordinance for those under 17. City and county officials discussed potential City County cooperation, enforcement gaps for unincorporated areas, and planned further meetings at the Smith Hazel Recreation Center and H Odell Weeks Activities Center.
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