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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 26, 2012
Page
3
A homeowner warns would be intruders after claiming six previous break-ins. He apologizes to affected families and loved ones and to the judge for lenient handling, warning consequences if trespassers return to his residence.
The reader questions Republicans for accusing Obama of high gas prices while ignoring recent declines to about 50 cents a gallon and ties this to political narrative. They also respond to TalkBack about a neglected mother on Mother's Day, sharing personal grief and urging readers to cherish living mothers.
A terse opinion piece claims old drivers are a danger to the road while an elderly man asserts his cautious driving. The remarks reflect gendered and ageist views in a local column about traffic safety and driving behavior.
A reader letter condemns President Carter as the worst yet, then asserts Barack Obama surpasses him. The harsh opinion labels the current leader as unbelievable.
The writer asserts freedom of religion in America and urges openness to Christians to worship as they choose. They oppose coercion or demands to participate in groups like the AARP or Rotary while advocating respect for diverse beliefs.
A provocative remark suggests moving former President Obama to Kenya if Mitt Romney wins. The comment circulates on social media and drew immediate criticism from critics who call it inappropriate and disrespectful.
In brief, the deficit is the annual shortfall when expenses exceed revenues. The national debt is the cumulative total of all past deficits minus surpluses, representing what the government owes. The deficit adds to the debt each year.
Call the TalkBack line at (803) 644-2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com to leave a comment. Names are not required and will not be published. comments should be brief and may be edited for space and content.
The Aiken Standard lists office hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and provides address 26 Rutland Drive, phone 803 648 2311, fax 803 648 6052, and email for editorial inquiries. It notes subscription and delivery options and specifies publication details and post office information.
Local Auxiliary members attend the 2012-13 National Membership Workshop held May 5-7 in Indianapolis Indiana. keynote speaker Lt Col Steve Russell ret served 21 years in the Army and authored We Got Him the Hunt and Capture of Saddam Hussein. He retired in 2006 and lives in Oklahoma with his wife and five children and serves in the Oklahoma Senate. For membership info call 279-5074.
The Aiken Artists Guild shows run through June 15 featuring Jeanette Shoemaker’s work and Camp Gravatt art in the Brooks Gallery. D.S. Owens artist of the month at Hitchcock Health Center June through 30, hours vary. The Aiken Prep studio offers Summer Art Classes June 11 15 July 9 13 and Aug 6 10 for ages 6 and up, 9 to 11 30 a.m. Call 292 0256 to register. The Aiken County Transportation Committee meets June 4 at 7 p.m. at 736 Richland Ave. W.
An Aiken man reported wallet loss at the Atlanta airport and learned his identity was stolen to open a cable service in his name totaling over 275 dollars. Nearby, a Dragstrip Road resident found a stolen vehicle, traced to North Augusta, while another Tess Street resident reported GPS theft from an unlocked car. A Midland Pines Drive resident said a phone charger sunglasses and tobacco were taken from an unlocked vehicle.
Aiken native Dr. Mike Weaver will speak at the Smith Hazel Recreation Center at 2 p.m. to recruit young people and adults for a July bus trip to New Orleans for the 2012 Teen Leadership Culture and Service-Learning Tour. Teens and adults from Atlanta will join, scholarships available, and June 23 registration follows.
informational meeting today at 2 p m at Smith Hazel Recreation Center 400 Kershaw St NE outlines the 2012 Teen Leadership Culture and Service-Learning Tour to New Orleans The event invites Aiken residents to sponsor a young person for 70 and directs donations via PayPal at CELStrorg org The discussion also touches on local homicides and crime in Aiken and Weaver's public health focus with the African American community
Aiken Public Safety asks for help identifying a man pictured at an ATM amid reported fraudulent transactions from early April. Call CrimeStoppers at (888) CRIME-SC (274-6372) with information and you may receive a reward between 50 and 1000 dollars.
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