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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1999
Page
7
Manpower survey shows 21 percent plan to add staff 7 percent expect cuts and 69 percent maintain current levels in Aiken job market. Summer construction wholesale and retail trade services and public administration offer best prospects. nationwide 32 percent expect increases 58 percent no change.
The district braces for a potential loss of federal benefits due to a not quite high poverty rate while superintendent Dr. Linda Eldridge notes increased law enforcement support. She says five to six resource officers will be at every high school at graduation, with broad county presence and strong cooperation from officers. Wagener resident William Gantt asks for more band funding, citing Lex Price’s efforts at Wagener-Salley High. Board members support the request but caution on tight budgets. Joseph Shearey criticizes the district flag and pledges, prompting veteran board member Larry Murphy to defend the 50 star flag and consider public-input limits. Meetings run every other Tuesday at district HQ.
A mother left Aiken Regional Medical Centers with her baby and returned 30 minutes later. The baby was placed in protective custody by ADPS, then released back to the mother. An investigation is ongoing to determine why the mother left and the duration of her absence. Capt. Tom Galardi confirmed the updates.
Seventh graders and seniors joined for a luncheon organized by students to meet pen pals. The biographies were written from questions, arranged chronologically, and designed with a personal touch. Mrs. Wyatt praised the effort, noting the project both moved and empowered participants.
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