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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 2008
Page
1
A death warrant was set to be issued but not yet, with execution expected on the fourth Friday after issuance. The event centers on Mack Hill and a pending death sentence, as reported by the Aiken Standard's coverage and updates at aikenstandard com.
Residents question whether officials would enforce a nonexistent tree cutting restriction. Local chatter suggests a tree protection ordinance exists, though no formal rule is in effect.
Aiken residents including 17 year old Jason Swindle voiced opposition to a proposed Youth Protection Ordinance at a city meeting. Swindle argued the plan infringes the 14th Amendment and pressures personal freedoms for security. Fellow resident Sherry Snipes questioned enforcement and potential discrimination between pedestrians and drivers.
City of Aiken considers a curfew allowing youths to be out with a parent or guardian for work related activities and emergencies. Violations trigger two warnings, officers return youths home, and parents are notified with circumstances. DSS reports and court reviews possible for under ten, with bans varying by time and group.
City residents could see a S percent rise in monthly water bills if a proposal to raise rates gains City Council approval. An ordinance to establish new water and sewer fees cleared first reading with unanimous vote and would take effect July 1 if second reading approves. City officials say the rise targets rising expenses like electricity and chemicals, with revenue lagging, and average annual expense growth of 5.7 percent versus 2.7 percent revenue over 11 years. The increase would add about $1.65 per month for the typical customer, and even after the hike Aiken would remain among the state's lowest rates.
A fragmented clipping notes debate over smoker rights and regulations, highlighting tensions between individual permissions and public health rules. The unreadable OCR tumbles through statutory references and policy language, implying a civic dispute about smoking access in public spaces.
Hillary Rodham Clinton captured a large margin in West Virginia polling as Obama’s delegate lead remained substantial. With 42 percent of precincts reporting, Clinton held about 65 percent to Obama’s 25, reflecting a white, working class vote. Clinton won at least 15 of 28 pledged delegates with 1,875.5 to 1,712 for Obama toward the 2,025 needed for nomination.
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