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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 05, 2003
Page
2
A letter page remarks that World War I and II are taught, praises a school band, critiques restaurant attire at proms, questions Social Security hearing delays since 2002, and urges readers to use the Talkback hotline or email with brief comments while editors reserve rights to edit.
Doug Rabold launches The Rabold Gallery in downtown Aiken with a two month display by Italian artist Livio Valentini, 82, who lives in Orvieto. The event includes works by local and national artists, featuring varied media from pine needle baskets to bronzes and fabric art. Rabold, ex Center for the Arts director, aims to build a vibrant local art scene with multiple downtown venues and extended summer hours.
A historical marker unveiling in Laurens Street and The Alley honors William Aiken, 1779 1831, first president of the South Carolina Canal and Railroad Co. The marker notes Aiken’s 168 year history, the city charter in 1835, and Aiken County seat status since 1871. It highlights the town's railroad links, winter resort fame, and growth after the Savannah River Plant project.
Aiken Public Safety earned reaccreditation March 22 in Orlando after CALEA assessors evaluated policy procedures administration operations and support services. The recognition will be formally announced by Columbia Police Chief Charles Austin Sr. later this week.
Aiken residents Jeff Siler and Cade Miller launch Life Stories to document personal histories as TV style life documentaries. Clients provide letters photos audio and video. Siler handles production and Miller writes narration. Prices start at 40 to 50 dollars per hour with project pricing for longer works. For details contact Cache Miller at 803-599-6598 and Karen Daily at kdaily@aikensterderd.com.
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