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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 23, 2008
Page
3
A reader argues for feeding wildlife and criticizes pond liners while lamenting high fees for an immigrant at a skate park. They note holes, 30 in payments, and question where money goes. They ask why basketball and tennis are free and push for leash rules and DHEC action.
A voiced plea argues against demonizing youths who are out late and not in trouble. It urges parental accountability for their children’s behavior and calls for targeted responses rather than broad blame.
A reader argues that government involvement in daily life, including legal activities like smoking, infringes rights. They claim private businesses should guide only voluntary choices and warn of further controls such as liquor.
Readers weigh in on where smoking should be allowed in town eateries. Some urge outdoor options and lighter rules while others warn against morality legislation. Calls note long-time community views and ask for compassion. Public feedback channel provided.
OCR fragment lists service frequencies and a series of dates in 2008 plus multiple allotments and sums for various draw or delivery items. It references EZ Pay rates and a Sunday delivery schedule with several calendar dates and numeric codes.
Officials from Senator DeMint and Congressmen Barrett and Wilson led a Rural Development Federal Funding Workshop at Aiken County Public Library. USDA representatives described programs for rural housing and business needs, loan terms, and eligible applicants as part of National Homeownership Month events in Lexington at Walmart on June 3. Marlus Black and April Bailey provided contact details for more information.
The Hospital Auxiliary of Aiken County held a luncheon at Houndslake Country Club honoring volunteers. ARMC leaders joined Auxiliary officers as Daniel Ray received the 2008 Junior Volunteer of the Year Award and Emmie Montgomery was named 2008 Life Member, with plaques displayed for the roster.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10601 will distribute buddy poppies at Richland Avenue Wal-Mart from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Memorial Day to raise funds for disabled veterans their dependents and a relief fund. Post 5877 will hold a Memorial Day service at 1 p.m. at 116 Midway Circle.
VFW Post 10601 will distribute poppies Monday from 10 am to 4 pm in front of Richland Avenue Wal-Mart. A Memorial Day service is planned Monday at 1 pm by VFW Post 5877 located at 116 Midway Circle.
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