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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 24, 2009
Page
3
Citizens urge city to keep current aesthetics and focus on shrubbery cleanup rather than regulating house and front facade designs in ongoing planning discussions.
A historical account notes that enslaved people were transported under the American flag well before the Confederacy adopted its banner. It highlights a long-standing practice of slave ships operating under U.S. sovereignty prior to the Civil War era.
The note discusses how weather forecasting involves complex data analysis beyond Doppler radar. It critiques sarcasm about meteorology and emphasizes the science behind atmospheric prediction.
A family reports mailing a card to their granddaughter over a month ago and it has not arrived in South Carolina. The post office cannot explain the delay and the writers seek guidance on next steps and how to proceed to locate or replace the missing item.
Residents criticize City spending on tree pruning enforcement arguing funds should fix potholes. They call for budget reallocation to road repair and infrastructure.
Aiken Standard invites letters and calls about the Langley Pond land clearing project. Readers may share opinions via Talk Back hotline (803) 644-2384 or email editorial@aikenstandard.com. Names are optional and comments may be edited for space and content.
The Wagener Salley High School Naval Junior ROTC unit’s commander Maxie Joye is a retired colonel with 27 years in the U S Army. The correction note from the Aiken Standard adds the missing rank and military background to the article and urges readers to report errors.
Aiken Christian School issued diplomas to a record 18 seniors at commencement. Valedictorian Samantha Clessner and salutatorian Tessa Morrison led with Palmetto Fellow Scholarships for two more graduates. Speakers praised growth, unity, and faith as students reflected on retreats, family support, and life lessons.
The ACP adds a Thursday 8 p.m. performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat after demand drained seats before opening. The cast and board approved the sixth show with tickets on sale at the ACP box office 648-1438, at 126 Newberry St. SW.
Readers may call the newsroom at 644-2401 or reach editors by email at editorial aikenstandard com Submissions are encouraged and can be emailed to editorial aikenstandard com Michael Gibbons is Managing Editor at 644-2381 Office hours are listed The publication is The Aiken Standard established 1867 with delivery and subscription details provided including rates and mail information
Augusta based Global Spectrum manages James Brown Arena Bell Auditorium and USC Aiken Convocation Center. A new ticketing hub csratix com consolidates shows across all three venues with direct links to each site. Upcoming events include Soulja Boy July 3 Steve Harvey October 3 Thomas and Friends June 25 Playin It Cool Tour June 26 Jazz Fest 2009 Boney James June 27 WWE July 18 WGUS Birthday Concert August 1.
Saturday lottery draw results show Pick 3 Midday 5 0 6 and 5 8 1, Pick 4 Midday 8 9 2 0 and 4 9 8 6, Powerball 19 23 34 52 57 with Powerball 21 and Powerplay 5. Cash 3 Midday 2 4 8 Cash 4 Midday 1 5 6 6 Cash 3 Evening 1 8 6. Note: Cash 4 Fantasy 5 and Win For Life results were unavailable at presstime. check Monday’s Aiken Standard.
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