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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 2009
Page
3
A reader reports that a new Department of Social Services benefit card charges fees to access funds. ATM withdrawals incur about four dollars in charges, meaning money intended for aid is reduced by these costs.
The piece questions teen pregnancy norms and age status while noting Glen Nichols’s death in Aiken County. It mentions costs and social expectations and ends with a brief obituary remark about Nichols.
Readers urge state to curb payday lending. They argue that policy remains unchanged while lenders profit and citizens tolerate the situation. Calls to move from complaint to action emphasizing citizen involvement.
The writer asserts that taxes are paid by individuals, not vehicles, and that residents should have the right to use roads for driving walking and biking. They argue that non residents should be restricted from road use if they do not contribute taxes.
A reader criticizes a Burger King commercial aimed at children describing it as inappropriate and says it harms the brand. The note laments women’s provocative dancing in the ad and vows not to eat at Burger King, comparing burger taste to a woman's rear end.
Citizens urged to comment on city rules about trees and shrubs on private property. The call in hotline and email address provided for Aiken Standard readers to share opinions. Readers’ names are not required and comments may be edited for space and content.
Aiken County School District and DHEC monitor flu like symptoms among students and staff after limited swine flu cases in Newberry County. Associate Superintendent Dr. Cecilia Davidson says schools report fever and cough when absent or sent home and a pandemic plan guides communications and preparedness.
The Aiken Kiwanis Club hosted its annual 3 to 8 year old tricycle races at H Odell Weeks Activities Center as the main fundraiser. The Smith triplets Abigail Jessica and Madelyn tied for second in the second heat while Jessica earned a fourth place ribbon. The event supports Kiwanis youth programs and scholarships with sponsors Shaw Areva MOX Services Lionel Smith Ltd and the Smiths highlighting community service.
The list details winners and sponsors across eight age groups from 4 to 8 years. First place names include Jana Johnson and Markee Lott, with sponsors such as Everett Johnson Roofing and Hutson Etherredge Company. Additional top placements feature Regions Bank, Security Federal Bank, Aiken County Council, and Sub Station II among others.
Reader submissions encouraged by the Aiken Standard with contact options for tips and editor emails. Publisher and staff contact numbers, office hours, and historic publication and mailing information for the newspaper are listed.
Aiken Public Safety reports a Tuesday night home invasion where two masked men robbed a residence. A 22 year old man and a 24 year old woman were tied up while the suspects fled with antique coins and cash. Police describe two suspects with one armed with a chrome pistol and the other with a nine millimeter. Detectives seek tips at 642-7620.
Wednesday and Tuesday draw results list Pick 3 Pick 4 Palmetto Cash 5 Multiplier Powerball and Cash 3 4 5 games with midday and evening results including several large prize draws and a Free Ball entry. Winners reflect numbers drawn across multiple games and games include Fantasy 5 Win For Life and Cash 4.
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