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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 26, 2004
Page
2
Aiken County sheriff's office is thanked for swiftly catching those responsible for Sunday land fires. The notice commends the department's efficiency in apprehending the suspects and ensuring public safety.
The reader questions John Kerry blaming George Bush for every problem, including high gas prices, and suggests environmentalists hinder self sufficiency. They accuse price gouging by OPEC and call for action, noting price changes with production decisions.
A political opinion piece questions who is responsible for rising gasoline costs blaming Democrats for not backing an energy bill sought by President Bush. The author argues the failure to pass the legislation contributed to higher pump prices.
A supporter thanks Aiken County school bus drivers for their hard work this year. The writer has five grandchildren who ride the buses and appreciates the effort to keep students safe and on time.
A reader questions whether the 1880s building housing the African American Museum is the best use of public funds and suggests housing for low income seniors. The letter urges taxpayer input, votes on projects, and two graduation ceremonies to accommodate families, inviting comments via Talkback or email.
Aiken County will allocate approximately 50 000 in capital sales tax revenue as previously indicated. Willar Hightower proposed splitting funds among districts and funding a Shiloh Heights park, but his amendment failed with only Rawls supporting it. The plan moves to the Capital Projects Sales Tax Commission for review.
Henry Krippner keeps more than 300 wooden and metal rackets in his garage, many signed by famous players and some used in tournaments. He started five years ago after his wife planned to throw away old rackets and now boasts a diverse mix from 1890s to the 1960s alongside antique tools and cobalt glass.
At a Monday study session North Augusta City Council reviewed road reconstruction and sidewalk projects funded by the 1 cent sales tax. Director of Engineering Tom Zeaser noted only one bid for the sidewalk program and suggested rebidding in fall while addressing residents opposed to sidewalks on Lake Avenue.
The Memorial Day parade in downtown Aiken will honor World War II veterans with the theme Thank You World War II Veterans. The Aiken Marine Corps League will host a free breakfast for the first 100 veterans and wives at Golden Corral from 8 to 10 a.m. Reservations stood at 39 on Tuesday. The parade, at 1 p.m. along Park Avenue and Laurens Street, features the Parris Island Band Fort Gordon Band and Fort Jackson Band plus a U S Navy submarine veterans float with a 40 foot submarine model. A wreath laying ceremony is set for 11 a.m. Monday at the Aiken County Veterans Memorial Park.
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