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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2005
Page
2
The U S military investigates how images of Saddam Hussein in his underwear leaked to a tabloid prompting scrutiny of security and handling of sensitive material.
Sunday feature profiles Josh Groban as an international singing star and explores public perception of his rise. The piece notes Giacomo as a Derby winner facing skepticism from odds makers ahead of the Preakness.
The Aiken Standard seeks historic photos of faces and places in Aiken County. Submit via form from the Aiken Standard office or online, then mail or deliver to 326 Rutland Drive, Aiken SC 29801. For questions contact Michael Gibbons at 644-2381.
The May feature for Aiken highlights honor as the city’s character trait. Friday lottery results include Pick 3 Midday 7 6 1 and Pick 4 Midday 8 8 2 7 with other games such as Mega Millions and Fantasy 5 listed among the draws.
The May 18 story misidentified Grady Abrams in a caption for Essie Mae Washington-Williams portrait unveiling. Rotary awards for Professional Excellence went to Dr. Valdis Lumans Lessie Price and Genie Farmer by the Aiken Sunrise Rotary Club. Readers may submit Day in the Life photos to the Aiken Standard by mail or email.
Aiken Standard provides publisher contact details for Scott B. Hunter and newsroom lines, plus office hours and billing policies. It lists delivery problems contact and payment handling, including carrier and out of county rates and EzPay options.
Autopsy shows Leonard Mathis died of respiratory failure from a massive pulmonary clot. Chlorine exposure is noted but not linked to the blood clot or death. Mathis died April 19 at University Hospital. pathologists and legal counsel plan further expert review.
Bernard Frazier 27 of Buena Vista Avenue is charged with failing to register as a sex offender after moving. In Graniteville a 2 year old suffered insect bites amid a severe ant problem and marijuana found. neglect and possession charged. A couchton home fire caused interior damage with no injuries reported. An Aiken woman faces three counts of breach of trust for allegedly stealing from First Baptist Church. An Aiken man cited for DUI after admitting beer intake and refusing a breath test.
Readers in Aiken express appreciation for the Aiken Standard and its coverage of local people. They also urge reducing advertisements and restoring the previous newspaper layout and feel.
Residents ask County Council about actions to address dog problems in Aiken. They want updates on a planned commission and current steps being taken to resolve the issue. Public seeks clear timetable and responsible body.
A reader argues that insurgents entering Iraq murder American troops, not native Iraqis. The writer urges talking to troops to hear how Iraqi citizens want the U S presence to aid their freedom and views Islamic radicals as the true opponents of America’s mission.
Residents complain Whiskey Road now hosts three new shopping centers. They warn the road is becoming congested like Hilton Head and causing long waits for dining on Fridays Saturdays and Sundays.
The Aiken Christian school awaits possible closure due to lack of a suitable building. Administrators cite insufficient facilities as the key obstacle to continuing operations.
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