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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 2003
Page
2
Readers urge options for teens beyond skating and fast food venues in Crosland Park. A veteran clinic staff recounts care for a puppy, while a local reader calls for action on junk cars and litter, urging state and local offices to investigate gas prices and environmental concerns.
Christine Kersey Thomas of North Augusta pleaded guilty to one count of Filing False Claims for inflating therapy hours while operating Pediatric Therapy Inc. The case involved an un enrolled Occupational Therapy Assistant. Judge Manning sentenced Thomas to three years and a $1000 fine, suspended to five years probation with $250,000 restitution.
Aiken County presents a proposed budget to the County Council showing a 4 mill tax hike, raising taxes by about $16 per $100,000 home. The plan details general fund and total expenditures, state budget cuts, and shifts to building permit fees and jail staffing. It notes not all capital projects are included and outlines a five year capital plan and potential bond issuance. The budget also covers pay for performance for county employees and a jail expansion staffing need.
Italian artist Livio Orazio Valentini unveiled his eight canvas installation Galassia at USC Aiken. Displayed at Etherredge Center since 2000, the work reflects a galaxy theme with an aluminum sculpture woven through the pieces. Valentini noted the piece gained new meaning after the World Trade Center events, emphasizing a shared cosmic chemistry between man and universe.
The Aiken County Board of Education renewed two charter school contracts for two years. Midland Valley Preparatory School gains a seventh grade and higher lower grades enrollment up to 336 for 2008 04 from 180, while Lloyd Kennedy Charter School stays at 80 in grades 5 8. Trustees debated eighth grade class options and will review PACT scores this summer.
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