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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 10, 2012

Page

3

Editorial on uninsured drivers and insurance costs

In a car accident the insured pay for the negligent, raising rates for all. In the hospital ER the insured bear the burden of the uninsured, funding care through higher premiums. The piece urges voting against mandatory medical insurance to keep costs visible in voters’ wallets.

Tom Campbell Remembered By News Channel 2 Family

The report extends thoughts and prayers to the family and the News Channel 2 team as they mourn Tom Campbell. He is described as a longtime watched figure who will be deeply missed.

News Channel 2 Tom Campbell R.lp

Laundry mats and horse races clash in cheeky quip

A playful remark questions mixing laundry mats with horse racing, calling the idea ridiculous and noting mats are for washing clothes, not for racing events.

Neighbors’ barking dogs disturb daily life and sleep

A resident complains that two dogs to the left, at least three to the right, and three across the street create a nuisance. The constant barking prevents daytime enjoyment and nighttime sleep, affecting quality of life.

Women drivers multitask with one hand on wheel

The report notes many women in town signal less while driving as they rear attention to a cell phone. Observers say the habit stems from holding a phone and steering with one hand, reducing safe signaling and control.

Riley's Whitby Bull Hospitality for Birthday Room Reservations

Riley's Whitby Bull on Pine Log Road offers reservation services and small private rooms suitable for a birthday party. The venue provides a restaurant setting with options likely accommodating private groups and events.

Riley Pine Log Road

Pensions dispute sparks chatter at local cotton mill

Workers at the Cotton mill on Horse Creek Road voice ongoing complaints about pensions and benefits, highlighting tensions over retirement provisions and job security in the industrial community.

SRS Horse Creek Road

Readers invited to share views on SRS retirement plans

Complainers about SRS retirement plans are urged to share experiences from military retirees and veterans. Call the TalkBack line at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com with concise comments. Names may be omitted and comments may be edited for space.

Aikenstandard Aiken Newsroom Aikenstandard.com Michael Gibbons Scott B. Hunter

Community Office Contact Details At 326 Butland Drive

The notice lists contact options for the office at 326 Butland Drive with phone 648 2311 and fax 648 6052. It cites Executive Editor Tim O pnn enhies BA and Managing Editor Michael Gibbons with numbers 644 2381 sa.

Butland Drive Michael Gibbons

Local Businesses Learn Disaster Recovery Prep

An information session at the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce covered disaster readiness for business. Speakers included Angelle LaBorde Georganne Weeks Craig Tarkenton and John McMichael, who advised on insurance data backups and payroll during crises.

EDTS Greater Aiken John McMichael Hutson-Etherredge Companies LaBorde Chamber New Orleans Houston Amy Banton Heath Taylor

Preparedness tips for businesses after disasters and data backup guidance

The article outlines steps for recovery including taking photos of premises, backing up data, and filing claims promptly. It cites experts on emergency planning, insurance reviews, payroll handling post disaster, and data storage methods from tape to cloud. City reporter Amy Banton notes sources and local context.

LaBorde McMichael Georgia North Carolina California

Benefit Bank aids families via Our Lady of the Valley program

The Benefit Bank run by the Daughters of Charity at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Center helps individuals assess government assistance and complete applications. It operates 10 am to 1 pm on select days at various Midland Valley sites and provides Quick Check evaluations to identify eligible benefits beyond food stamps. Volunteers assist with voter registration, tax forms, and student aid, asking participants to bring ID, bills, Social Security cards, and income documents.

Gloverville Thes of Charity Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Center Our Lady of the Valley Midland Valley Warrenville Horse Creek Clearwater Village Kalmia Graniteville Catherine Marie The Daughters of Charity Benefit Bank Suzanne Stone

Benefit Bank helps South Carolina residents access government aid

Sister Catherine Marie explains the Benefit Bank assists individuals and families in evaluating eligibility for government benefits and submitting applications. The Quick Check program estimates food stamp amounts in advance, enabling budget planning and online status checks with a user name and password.

Catherine Marie Benefit Bank South Carolina

Summer Reading Program Begins at Aiken Library

At the April Friends of the Library meeting a $3,500 gift was pledged to support the Dream Big Read program. The 2024 schedule runs June 11 to July 27 for ages preschool to 18 with teen and adult activities and a LEGO drive across ABBE libraries.

Friends of the Aiken County Public Library Elaine Kjellquist Friends of the Library Jennie Beck Aiken County Public Library Jim Cruise Porkchop Productions Abbe Aiken

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