Editor's note on care less phrase and political remarks
Post decries double negative usage with a discussion of the phrase could care less. It then recounts Rep Joe Wilson at the SRS Retirement Association meeting and critiques his focus on self-praise over Medicare topics. The piece mixes partisan commentary with reaction to Osama bin Laden's death and related political fallout.
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Should athletes be friends with coaches on Facebook
Readers weigh in on whether athletes should connect with coaches on social media. Call TalkBack at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com with brief comments. Names will not be published. comments may be edited for space and content.
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police prepare for Lobster Races crowd control
Aiken Public Safety and partner agencies boost patrols for the Lobster Races at the Newberry Street Festival Center and The Alley. Officers warn against drunken driving and underage drinking, enforce bracelets for alcohol, coordinate taxi loading zones, and remind attendees the event ends at 11 p.m.
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Prayers Mark National Day of Prayer Service in Aiken
Area churches joined for an interdenominational NDP service at St Johns United Methodist Church. Proclamations honored the event from local and state officials. readings from Scripture covered repentance government families and schools. music included choirs soloists and ASL interpreters.
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Nikki Haley
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Submissions and contact details for Aiken Standard readers
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NAHS Hosts Relay For Life Night at North Augusta High
The North Augusta and Midland Valley Relay For Life begins at 7 p.m. at North Augusta High School. Survivors walk first lap with caregivers, luminaria lighting at 10 p.m., and events run until 7 a.m. Saturday with food, games, and fundraising for the American Cancer Society.
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North Augusta Midland Valley Relay For Life Event Details
A luminaria service starts at 10 p.m. tonight at North Augusta High School located at 2000 Knobcone Ave North Augusta running until 7 a.m. Saturday. For more information visit the event page on Facebook.
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May Boldness prompts Aiken character trait
May brings Boldness as Aiken's featured character trait. Thursday lottery results list Pick 3 Midday 0-3-0 Pick 4 Midday 8-0-3-5 Pick 3 Evening 7-4-3 Pick 4 Evening 3-2-5-2 Palmetto Cash 5 26-31-33-35-38 Power-Up 4 REGAGIA LOTTERY Cash 3 Midday 2-2-6 Cash 4 Midday 2-3-3-5 Georgia FIVE Midday 2-2-9-2-7 Cash 3 Evening 3-0-8 Cash 4 Evening 3-3-9-2 Georgia FIVE Evening 1-6-3-8-7 Fantasy 5 20-30-22-27-3 Decades of Dollars 10-12-18-21-34-37
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