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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 2011
Page
3
Aiken resident expresses gratitude to emergency responders and hospital staff who assisted during a basketball injury day. The note praises professionalism and kindness, highlighting the stretched EMS system and the city’s dedicated responders.
A proposal urges South Carolina to eliminate the sales tax on essential food items as prices rise for fuel and other public services. The discussion notes the burden on households and cites potential economic relief through tax reform.
A reader questions why Americans require passports to enter Mexico amid concerns over illegal immigration. The note implies debate over border policy and travel documentation requirements.
Readers petition to remove large state road signs amid debate on safety and cost. They warn drivers may benefit from clearer intersections while critics complain of aesthetics and taxpayer expense. Suggestions include stopping sign installation and favoring rescue efforts over flashy displays.
Msgr. Joseph Roth, longtime pastor and fire department chaplain, honored in a flag dedication at St. Mary Help of Christians Church. He served as chaplain in Aiken and later Myrtle Beach, admired for energy, care, and firefighting service while guiding parishioners and officers during Hugo recovery.
South Aiken High School senior Brooke Preston and Silver Bluff High senior Emily Zimmerman received $500 scholarships from the Aiken County Education Association Retirees at a luncheon. Both had Teacher Cadet internships at Chukker Creek Elementary and noted teaching experiences despite challenges, with Zimmerman losing sight after a brain tumor.
Aiken County Education Association Retirees meet five times yearly for lunch and discussion while funding scholarships through Read Across America in partnership with the Aiken County School District. Members Ingrid Kupprat and Alice Kirkland emphasize directing most funds to teacher education programs.
The Aiken Artist Guild announced the George Kierspe Scholarship winner Aaron Burkhart a USC Aiken senior graphic design student at a luncheon at Sally Picken House The Guild sponsors two scholarships Last fall Sarah Europe a USCA graphic design senior received the Nancy Wilds Scholarship
The notice lists office hours and contact details for the Aiken Standard including editors Tim O Briant Hullman and Scott B Hunter, newsroom line, and mailing address. It also outlines EZ Pay subscription rates for 3, 6, and 12 months and notes Sunday Plus delivery dates for 2011 with various blackout dates and delivery zones.
The May feature for Aiken highlights Boldness as the city’s character trait. Lottery results are listed for Pick 3 Evening 5 7 0 Pick 4 Evening 2 6 2 7 Palmetto Cash 5 1 3 12 14 29 and Mega Millions 3 33 39 47 53 Mega Ball 9 with MegaPlier 4 Friday's winning numbers include Cash 3 Midday 7 9 3 Cash 4 Midday 8 9 7 1 Georgia FIVE Midday 9 7 5 1 1 Cash 3 Evening 1 3 9 Cash 4 Evening 4 0 5 2 Georgia FIVE Evening 6 9 2 6 0 Fantasy 5 16 5 3 2 23 Mega Ball 9.
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