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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 25, 2005
Page
3
In response to a question about how sex offenders differ from other inmates, residents emphasize protecting children, argue offenders tend to reoffend, and advocate isolation or distance for public safety. The letter also praises local groups like Powder House Kennels, Dr Brisbin, and the Aiken Dog Training Club for community aid.
The Aiken Standard announces a facelift for its newspaper design inviting readers to share comments via Talkback line or email. Submissions may be edited for space and only include readable comments.
The 50th anniversary celebration at Greendale Elementary School in New Ellenton drew teachers past and present and former students. Alumni like Jessie Busch and Anne Boyd recalled opening days and growing up with the school, while current staff noted door decorations and kindergarten singing. The event, organized by the Parent and Community Task Force, highlighted the school as a longtime community hub.
Belvedere Elementary fifth graders staged a multi decade history showcase from the 1920s to the 1960s. Classes portrayed figures from each era, with Garvin’s group simulating the 1940s wartime era and Roosevelt’s Pearl Harbor message. Visitors viewed a WW II display outside as ice cream floats were served.
The Aiken County Council grapples with balancing the upcoming fiscal year budget. Sheriff Hunt and council members say public safety needs dominate while growth strains funds. Coroner Tim Carlton notes rising call volumes without budget increases. A second workshop is set for next Tuesday at 6 p.m.
The James L. Hammons Detachment 939 Marine Corps League hosts a 10:30 a.m. Memorial Day event at Veterans Memorial Park on Richland Avenue East. The ceremony unveils Army Specialist Jason Moski’s name on the Memorial Wall and honors US armed forces members with flags, wreaths, and music by the Aiken Area Academic Band and NJROTC drill team. A second memorial service is planned at VFW Post 5877 at 6 p.m.
Publisher information and contact details for the Aiken Standard are listed. Editorial and newsroom contacts appear, along with subscription pricing for daily and weekend delivery, EzPay options, and mailing addresses in Aiken South Carolina.
The May feature spotlights honor as Aiken's character trait for the month. Lottery results published include Pick 3 Midday 0 7 2 Pick 4 Midday 1 6 4 2 Pick 3 Evening 7 6 3 Pick 4 Evening 2 7 2 3 Cash 3 Midday 3 1 5 Cash 4 Midday 1 1 8 9 Cash 3 Evening 6 9 3 Cash 4 Evening 5 0 8 9 Fantasy 5 12 37 23 9 39 Mega Millions 9 28 39 40 45 Mega Ball 24
The Aiken Standard invites readers to point out factual errors in published material. This space is provided to promptly correct information found to be wrong or misleading about events in Aiken County South Carolina and beyond.
The Aiken Standard corrects an error in Sunday's photo caption identifying honorees from the Celebration of Character ceremony. Lauren Garcia of South Aiken High School was misidentified as Aubrey Donath of South Aiken, who received her certificate just before Garcia.
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